INTRODUCING NA'IMA B. ROBERT'S CHILDREN'S BOOK MASTERCLASS

It's time to write your love letter to the next generation...

Confidently take your children's book idea all the way to ready-to-publish manuscript - 

even if you aren't 100% sure of your idea, are juggling work and family commitments or are crippled by self doubt and fear!

When you join my Children's Book Course, I will teach you how to write the children's book only you can write.

Why we write for children... 

We all know the value and importance of the tarbiyah, the nurturing education of the next generation.

Imagine you could touch the lives of children around the world, children you will probably never meet.

Imagine you could inspire, comfort and nurture the next generation, becoming an integral and unforgettable part of their childhood memories.

Imagine you could earn sadaqah jariyah with your words, rewards that last long after you are gone.

 

With a children's book, you can.

 

So. whether you have always dreamed of writing for children but never plucked up the courage to take pen to paper...

 

Whether you have started writing but find yourself procrastinating and letting study, work and family commitments keep you away from your writing...

 

Whether you are already working on a children's book but need trusted feedback on your work and guidance on what to do next...

 

My Children's Book Course is for you...

The Children's Book Masterclass is now OPEN

Why we struggle to write

Many of us struggle to realise our writing dreams. But, often, what is holding us back is not a lack of ideas or a lack of skills.

It is fear.

Fear of failure.

Fear of not being good enough.

Fear that no-one will want to read what we have written.

 

I remember having those same fears, those same doubts. I had no experience, no teachers, no mentors.

But, alhamdulillah, I was able to push through those doubts, to write in spite of my fear and to take action despite my lack of confidence.

 

You can do the same. This is your time.

What do I teach you in my Children's Book Course?

I will be teaching you the mindset and habits that you need to be a successful children's writer.

A writer who uses the power of story to connect with children.

  • We will analyse children's books together, uncovering the secret techniques that master storytellers use, and using them in our own writing.
  • We will explore the world of children's books in depth, identifying where our personal 'sweet spots' may be.
  • I will walk you through, from raw idea, through the planning process, to the writing and editing stages.
  • Then we will plan how best to share your work ; how to find the right publishing options and the best ways to approach them.

The masterclass with sister Na'ima has been a revelation. As a complete newbie to writing, I felt lost in this new world I had entered. Na'ima's sessions were well structured and walked us through what we needed to do. The most striking thing about the course, however, was her personal one on one contact with anyone who needed extra support. I cannot tell you how much I have benefitted from this course. All I can say is, just say bismillah and do it!

Umm Safya

Children's Book Masterclass Student

Na’ima B Robert’s canon of fiction and non-fiction work has long established her status as an author of exceptional quality. It made perfect sense for me to contact her in order to help understand how to improve the quality of my writing, and through a forensic reading of my work and detailed feedback sessions, she has already made a marked improvement, not just in terms of the writing itself, but also in terms of my processes. The time spent engaging Na’ima as a coach, is invaluable, as it means that the route you take in your writing, will feel so much more coherent.  

Asim Qureshi

Author of 'A Virtue of Disobedience'

Na’ima B. Robert is an incredible writing coach who thoroughly knows her stuff. If you’re looking for someone to help you take your writing to the next level, Na’ima is definitely the way to go. I received so much value from our very first session together. She constantly challenged and pushed me throughout our time together. I’d highly recommend her if you’re looking for a writing coach, you won’t be disappointed.

Barakah Hassan

Author of 'Taking Action'

Meet Na'ima B. Robert, your writing coach

 

"I have been telling stories and helping other women tell theirs for over 15 years, masha Allah. I am your sister on this journey!" Na'ima B.

 

Na'ima B. Robert is the award-winning author of the Muslim bestseller, 'From My Sisters' Lips' and founding editor of 'SISTERS', the magazine for fabulous Muslim women.

Her historical novel, 'Far from Home' earned her a Muslim Writers Award and the Children's Africana Book Award in Washington. Recognised for her contribution to diversity in children's literature, her acclaimed children's books include 'Ramadan Moon' and 'Going to Mecca' and the YA novels, 'Boy vs Girl' and 'She Wore Red Trainers'.

Her books have been selected as 'A' Level texts and studied at university level.

She is Trainer-in-Chief at MuslimahWriters.com.

Programme Information

The Children's Book Course is a 6 week online programme, designed to immerse you in the world of children's books, get you comfortable with telling stories in different genres, for different age groups, generating ideas and then choosing one idea to develop all the way to ready-to-publish manuscript. 

 

In the Children's Book Course, you will learn:

  • How to stop procrastinating and build the confidence and habits to get your story ideas out of your head and onto paper, so that you can complete your story and get it out into the world.

  • Discover the 6 Steps to Success as a children's author - so that you can adopt the attitude and mindset that sets you up to write amazing stories that resonate with children and adults alike. With the right mindset, you will find that writing for children becomes a joy and a passion - and you will find yourself motivated to keep writing and keep growing.

  • Find out the principles of my 6 Step Framework that will guide you from initial idea to polished piece, again and again, no matter what form your writing takes. No more getting stuck at the ideas phase, or running out of steam as you write, or losing sight of your goal. with my 6 Step Framework, you will always know which step comes first and which step comes after it - slow and steady wins the race!

  • Explore the wide, wide world of children's books in order to be clear on the many options you have for how to tell your story. The more you know about children's book styles, genres and trends, the more empowered you will be to choose the right way to tell your own stories.

  • Find out how to dig deep to make the most of your best ideas - and how to 'stress test' your idea to make sure that your idea 'has legs' and will be warmly received by publishers and readers. 

  • Discover how to edit your own work and how to ask for and receive feedback - and how to make sure that you are your editor's favourite writer. No sloppy manuscripts allowed! 

  • And much, much more...

  • BONUS #1: The Children's Book Masterclass Workbook: 30 writing prompts that will inspire and challenge your storytelling skills - no more excuses for not writing daily! £15.99 FREE

  • BONUS #2: 'Who's Who in Publishing' video training: £97 FREE 

  • BONUS #3: 'Traditional vs Self-publishing: How to Choose' video training £97 FREE 

The Children's Book Course

Video lessons to help you engage with the course content

Workbooks, templates & worksheets to help you apply what you learn

£97

£47

(save £50!)

Questions other sisters asked before they said 'Yes!'

Q. How does the Children's Book Course work?

A. The Masterclass is a 6 module programme. Each module comes with video lessons, downloadable worksheets and a simple assignment.

 

Q. Where will the course be held?

A. The course material is hosted online in the Children's Book Masterclass members' area. 

 

Q. How many days a week is the programme?

A. The course is self-paced and can be completed in a couple of hours per week. However, in order to get the most out of the programme, it is advisable to keep to the schedule of one module per week.

 

Q. What if I have already written my children's book?

A. Even better! Come along with your book idea and use the lessons in the Masterclass to improve your book and get it ready for publication.

 

Q. Can I really finish a children's book in just 6 weeks?

A. You can totally complete a children's picture book in 6 weeks! For longer works, such as chapter books or books that require extensive research may take you longer than 6 weeks - and that's ok!

 

Q. Will you help me get published?

A. Once manuscripts are ready, I take you through the different publishing options and we prepare you to submit your work, whether it is via querying agents and editors, self-publishing or magazines and other media.

 

Q. How long do I have access for?

A. You will have lifetime access to the course materials .

 

Q. What if I haven't written anything before?

A. This masterclass is perfect for you if you are just starting out as it will teach you the mindset and habits adopted by successful children's writers and we will support you to write your first children's book.

Don't decide now - try the course risk-free for 14 days!​

To be honest, I think the Children's Book Masterclass is going to be a gamechanger for you so I am inviting you to enrol RISK FREE for 14 days. During that time, watch the videos, complete the workbook, do the exercises, download the PDFs, join the coaching calls, submit your writing for feedback. If, after 14 days, you are not in love with the programme, simply send us an email requesting a refund and we'll give you your money back, no questions asked. 

£47

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