026 - Does Your Picture Book Have Enough Hooks?

12 x 12 Picture Book Podcast · Jul 2, 2026 · 32m

Hook, hook, does your book have enough hooks?

In this episode, Julie gives an overview of picture book hooks and why they are so important in today's children's publishing market.

Here's what you'll discover in this episode:

The importance of having multiple hooks in your picture book manuscript

The influence of the publishing market on hooks

The definition of hooks in picture books

Why agents and editors are looking for multiple hooks or entry points

The difference between hooks and layers

Are agents and editors only looking for high concept books?

Kid-facing hooks vs. Adult-facing hooks…