#50: Becoming A Children's Book Illustrator and Author with Yesenia Moises

Ever toyed with the idea of creating a children’s book but unsure where to start? Today’s guest, Afro Latina author and illustrator Yesenia Moises, knows exactly what it takes. A graduate of the Fashion Industry of Technology with a BFA in Toy Design, Yesenia has two successful children’s books under her belt and even more exciting projects in the works.  In a time where the world can be a scary place, she wants it to be filled with big hair, bright colors, and lots of sazón from the heart!

In this episode, Yesenia takes us through her journey from her beginnings as a new college graduate working as a freelancer, to an unexpected big break that came from a Twitter hashtag to the book that put her talents on the map. She’ll offer valuable advice on getting your work in front of the right person when first starting out, finding an agent using a great online resource, and her tried-and-true secret to making your artwork stand out.


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