You’ve written the drafts. Revised them. Maybe even polished three or four until they sparkle. 

But when it comes time to query, pitch, or submit…Which one do you lead with?   

In publishing, your first impression matters. The manuscript you choose to send first often determines whether an agent reads the second. Lead Story Lab is a focused, strategy-forward webinar designed to help you identify the picture book in your stack that is both most ready and most marketable right now. 

This session will cover what actually makes a "lead" book. Not every polished manuscript should go first. 

We’ll break down: 

• The traits that make agents lean in 
  
• The difference between a beautiful story and a strong hook 
  
• Why some manuscripts open doors—and others are better as follow-ups 

Who it's for: 

• Picture book writers with 2+ completed drafts 
• Writers preparing to query agents 
• Creators submitting to pitch events 
• Anyone sitting on a small pile of manuscripts and unsure what to lead with