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From Imagination to Real Life — Professional Illustration for Your Children's Book Character
The 1:1 support you need to say YES to God and bring your children’s book character to life in 30 days.
From Imagination to Real Life — Professional Illustration for Your Children's Book Character
The 1:1 support and community you need to say YES to God and bring your children’s book character to life in 30 days.
It’s time to make your character not only loveable, but memorable.
An iconic character that stands the test of time.
But some of the details are still a little bit fuzzy.
How do you make a character that becomes a beloved stuffed animal?
Or a book that gets passed down throughout the generations.
You can see it in your mind’s eye, but to translate that onto paper?
It feels impossible.
Like so many Christian authors who feel called to write a children’s book, do these thoughts sound familiar?
You don’t know how to create an iconic character (or even know if yours will be)
You don’t believe anyone would ever be able to illustrate your vision (unable to explain your character in enough detail)
You don’t know the first place to start (no connections in this field)
If you’re overwhelmed with fear, uncertainty, and finding yourself stuck, you’re not alone.
01
You don’t know how to create an iconic character.
Writing a book is a daunting endeavor. Now you have to consider how to make your character a classic, (and wish you had read more books as a child). You have an idea of what you want, but there is no way you can do it on your own. Your lack of ability paralyzes you, and you don’t know where to start, what to do first, or how much money it’s going to cost.
02
No one would ever be able to illustrate what you're thinking.
You can see it in your mind’s eye. The character you want to create feels so real, but how will you ever explain it to an illustrator who can’t see what you see in your imagination?
03
Don’t know where to start.
There are so many pieces of the puzzle that have to come together, from researching your topic, to readability and vocabulary choices, to illustration. That lack of knowledge gives you hives at just the thought of getting started. What you would give to have someone walk you through the process!
01
You don’t know how to create an iconic character.
Writing a book is a daunting endeavor. Now you have to consider how to make your character a classic, (and wish you had read more books as a child). You have an idea of what you want, but there is no way you can do it on your own. Your lack of ability paralyzes you, and you don’t know where to start, what to do first, or how much money it’s going to cost.
02
No one would ever be able to illustrate what you're thinking.
You can see it in your mind’s eye. The character you want to create feels so real, but how will you ever explain it to an illustrator who can’t see what you see in your imagination?
03
Don’t know where to start.
There are so many pieces of the puzzle that have to come together, from researching your topic, to readability and vocabulary choices, to illustration. That lack of knowledge gives you hives at just the thought of getting started. What you would give to have someone walk you through the process!
In spite of those fears, you can’t shake this particular character idea.
You feel them, see them, even hear them in your dreams at night.
They have become a part of you day in and day out.
The more you think about your character, the more excited you get.
There’s a story here. Lessons to teach, morals to share, and love to give through this character.
Winnie-the-Pooh, Cat in the Hat, and Alice in Wonderland have stood the test of time in curious wonder for children all over the world.
You want to create an iconic character, too.
But you know that you can’t do it on your own.
How on earth will you be able to get your character out of your head and onto paper when you aren’t even an artist or know the first place to start?
It’s time to bring your character to life through...
From character idea to full development and illustration in 30 days.
Character Calling is an exclusive opportunity to work one-on-one with a professional illustrator to design your main character in less than 30 days. Look, feel, personality, and flavor… you’ll develop all these and more so you can share a visual of your character with those you love and be one giant step closer to completing your children’s book.
"I’d give her 10 stars if I could because I really loved working with her, and so did my nephew!”
“Kailyn did a fantastic job bringing our characters to life! She patiently worked with my five-year-old nephew to understand what he wanted for his book. Kailyn grasped our ideas quickly and ran with them, and we went back and forth until we got it just right. She really captured the essence of our character, and we love it! High praises to Kailyn; she did a great job and is incredibly talented..
Evelin
What’s Included in Character Calling:
30 days of professional character development and illustration by a professional illustrator. One of our amazing illustrators will work with you one-on-one to draw and color your main character so you own the design to your prized character.
2 Recorded Interviews with a Professional Illustrator to set you up with success for your picture book.
Picture Book Dummy Mock-Up Handbook to help you create a physical mock-up of your story and character.
Vocabulary Voyage! A Readability & Word Choice Guidebook for developing the storyline for your character
1 Week Children's Book Writing Cohort
What’s Included in Character Calling:
30 days of professional character development and illustration by a professional illustrator. One of our amazing illustrators will work with you one-on-one to draw and color your main character so you own the design to your prized character.
2 Recorded Interviews with a Professional Illustrator to set you up with success for your picture book.
Picture Book Dummy Mock-Up Handbook to help you create a physical mock-up of your story and character.
Vocabulary Voyage! A Readability & Word Choice Guidebook for developing the storyline for your character
What if I told you that all you had to do was meet with our professional illustrator, and she would design your main character for you?
Sound too good to be true? We follow our publishing company’s character development framework, called the Character Blueprint to make it happen:
The Phases of the Character Blueprint:
Phase 1:
Illustrator Character Casting
Phase 2:
Character Refinement
Phase 3:
Picture Book Dummy Mock-Up Handbook
Phase 1:
Illustrator Character Casting
You will have the opportunity to have a private session with Kailyn Sissom, one of Square Tree’s professional illustrators. She has a unique gift of helping you get your character from your mind onto the paper so you don’t have to worry about details getting lost in translation.
($1,797 value)
Phase 1:
Illustrator Character Casting
You will have the opportunity to have a private session with Kailyn Sissom, one of Square Tree’s professional illustrators. She has a unique gift of helping you get your character from your mind onto the paper so you don’t have to worry about details getting lost in translation.
($1,797 value)
Phase 2:
Character Refinement
One you get your initial character onto the paper, you will continue to work with Kailyn Sissom to build out the look and feel, and style and color for your character and you will completely own the rights to the visuals of your character.
($497 value)
Phase 2:
Character Refinement
One you get your initial character onto the paper, you will continue to work with Kailyn Sissom to build out the look and feel, and style and color for your character and you will completely own the rights to the visuals of your character.
($497 value)
Phase 3:
Picture Book Dummy Mock-Up Handbook
You will be given a handbook to help you create your own Picture Book Dummy. This handbook allows you to physically create your children’s book so you can actually see it come to life, one step at a time.
($97 value)
Phase 3:
Picture Book Dummy Mock-Up Handbook
You will be given a handbook to help you create your own Picture Book Dummy. This handbook allows you to physically create your children’s book so you can actually see it come to life, one step at a time.
($97 value)
What would you give to work with a professional Kingdom minded illustrator?
All you have to do is give God your YES and, in less than a month, you’ll have your main character fully developed.
No more floundering about how to get your character fleshed out.
No more wondering who you can trust in the publishing industry.
No more spending countless hours researching on the internet to only come up empty-handed.
Instead, you’ll have taken your first step with a team of Kingdom-minded publishing professionals in your corner.
We know it’s important to you to work with other like-minded people who have a heart for God and a desire to bring purity back to children’s books.
That’s why we do what we do. That’s why this opportunity exists.
Have all your questions answered from your own personal illustrator and team of publishing professionals in just 30 days.
30
days.
Just think about the progress you’ll make on your children’s book in a month’s time.
Just think about the progress you’ll make on your children’s book in a month’s time.
April 2 - April 6, 2022
An Imagine Statement...
PLUS BONUSES:
The Little Black Book:
Children’s Authors
This book is a compilation of our favorite, most valuable resources to help you make progress fast on your children’s book. Whether you need to find the right words, assign the correct grade level, or develop lyrical lessons for your children’s book, this Little Black Book has everything you need at your fingertips.
$497 CREDIT toward a Done-For-You publishing package.
You will also receive a credit for the FULL amount of the offer $497 toward a Done-For-You Square Tree Publishing Package if you want to continue working with us.
The Little Black Book:
Children’s Authors
This book is a compilation of our favorite, most valuable resources to help you make progress fast on your children’s book. Whether you need to find the right words, assign the correct grade level, or develop lyrical lessons for your children’s book, this Little Black Book has everything you need at your fingertips.
$497 CREDIT toward a Done-For-You publishing package.
You will also receive a credit for the FULL amount of the offer $497 toward a Done-For-You Square Tree Publishing Package if you want to continue working with us.
It’s time to change the landscape of children’s education and make a difference with the idea that God has given you.
It’s time to change the landscape of children’s education and make a difference with the idea that God has given you.
"I couldn't be happier with the final artwork."
Kailyn Sissom is a talented young illustrator with a keen eye for creativity. She patiently worked with me, sending drawings back and forth until I was satisfied. I look forward to collaborating with Kailyn in the future.
Ricel
"Working with Kailyn has been a breath of fresh air."
I was nervous about finding the right illustrator for my book, but Kailyn has delivered beautiful illustrations! I explained my vision for the illustrations and style, and she definitely captured what I was looking
for! If you are looking for a children’s book illustrator, I highly recommend Kailyn!”
Zaira
Fast-Action Bonuses
For 4 Days a NEW Bonus Will Be Revealed!
DAY ONE
Saturday Bonus
FAST ACTION BONUS - First 5 people who Pay In Full - Private 1-hour coaching with Dr. Amanda
DAY TWO
Sunday Bonus
FAST ACTION BONUS - Sign up for Character Calling within the next 24 hours and get a Group Coaching session with Sherry Ward. (Payment Plan or Pay In Full)
DAY THREE
Monday Bonus
FAST ACTION BONUS - $50 gift card to spend at the Christian Author Shop!
DAY FOUR - FINAL DAY!!
Tuesday Bonus
FAST ACTION BONUS - Spin the wheel and get a chance to win a private coaching session with Dr. Amanda!
DAY FIVE
Monday Bonus
Special payment plan
$119/mth for 12 months
DAY SIX
Tuesday Bonus
Mind Mapping Outline Template
Making outline that much easier!!!
FINAL DAY
SURPRISE!
PAY IN FULL the last day and get a chance to win a private session with Dr. Amanda. We will spin the wheel to select the winner!
GET EVERY SINGLE BONUS (except the Fast Action Bonuses) if you sign up for WRITER'S ROADMAP by TUESDAY May 2nd 11:59pm PST
30 days of professional character development and illustration (VALUE $1,797)
2 Recorded Interviews with a Professional Illustrator (VALUE $497)
Picture Book Dummy Mock-Up Book (VALUE $97)
Vocabulary Voyage (VALUE $97)
1-Week Children's Book Writing Cohort (VALUE $50)
BONUS: The Little Black Book: Children’s Authors (VALUE $197)
BONUS: $497 CREDIT towards a Done-For-You publishing package (VALUE $497)
Total Value $3,232
Regular Price $1,997
SALE PRICE (50% OFF) $997
⤵
Early Bird Special (Additional $500 Off) Until 4/30/24
JUST $997
OR 6-PAYMENTS OF $197
Hi, I’m Sherry Ward
the founder of Square Tree Publishing.
As an author of four books, I know what it is like to go through the birthing process. The highs — the lows — the trust that comes when you have to believe God at His Word over your life. I know what it feels like to be exposed and vulnerable when you finally publish your book and wondering what others will think about it.
I’ve also seen the incredible blessing that comes from following in obedience with what God is calling you to do. My goal is to help Kingdom authors launch into their calling by creating stepping-stones that lead them into their destiny. I’ve seen how a book can lead to so many other possibilities; speaking, leading, ministry, and other opportunities that God provides when we give Him our YES.
Authors we have supported and published through Square Tree have been featured on numerous media outlets including; CNN, Fox News, the Dr. Drew Show, and the OC Register.
Are you ready to take the next step and say yes too?
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I already have my character sketched out so far?
That’s great! Your personal illustrator, Kailyn Sissom, will help you solidify the drawing so it looks completely professional and ready to take it to the next phase of writing your book.
What if I can’t make it to one of my appointments with the illustrator?
That’s fine. You can always reschedule another time to meet that works with your schedule. When you say yes to this offer, you’re able to meet with our professional illustrator to make progress on your character and book.
What if I don’t have anything written for my book yet?
No problem! Most prospective authors come to us with an idea and nothing more. We will still be able to create your character based on the ideas that are in your mind and bring them to life. It will bring momentum to keep you going and then finish the writing of your children’s book.
$497 is still a lot of money. How will I know it’ll be worth it?
We get it. Character Calling is a small investment. But we would have you consider...what is the cost if you don’t take this next step towards bringing your children’s book to life? What opportunities are you saying no to? Even if you don’t go on to make millions (to be completely honest, very few authors do), the possibilities that may open because of your book are limitless because we serve a limitless God.
30 days of professional character development and illustration (VALUE $1,797)
2 Recorded Interviews with a Professional Illustrator (VALUE $497)
Picture Book Dummy Mock-Up Handbook (VALUE $97)
Vocabulary Voyage (VALUE $97)
1-Week Children's Book Writing Cohort (VALUE $50)
BONUS: The Little Black Book: Children’s Authors (VALUE $197)
BONUS: $497 CREDIT towards a Done-For-You publishing package (VALUE $497)
Total Value $3,232
Regular Price $1,997
SALE PRICE (50% OFF) $997
⤵
Early Bird Special (Additional $500 Off) Until 4/30/24
JUST $997
OR 6-PAYMENTS OF 1$97
You might be asking yourself: How is this different from other children’s book offers on the market?
Oh, it’s so different.
Our program offers the best of both worlds — one-on-one time with a professional illustrator to craft your character, while at the same time a handbook to create your first mock-up of your children’s book.
You will even get the Little Black Book: Children’s Authors that will help you find the resources you need to complete your project.
It’s not a DIY course that leaves you to figure it out on your own. And illustrators cost thousands of dollars to work with, let alone finding one that is Kingdom-minded.
During your time with Square Tree, you’ll have access to a professional illustrator who will bring your character to life right before your eyes.
No one else is doing it this way. Giving you the steps in between to bridge the gap between writing the children’s book and illustrating in a holistic approach that mentors YOU, the writer.
Meet your dream team illustrator that will...
Bring your character into this world!
Meet Kailyn Sissom
Square Tree Publishing Illustrator
Children’s book illustrator Kailyn Sissom loves bringing an author’s story to life with her colorful designs and whimsical characterizations. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from CSU Fullerton, Kailyn loves living and working in sunny Southern California. When she isn’t drawing or dreaming up her own stories, she is sharing a playful moment with her rapscallion of a cat named Tucker.
With this package, Kailyn will be supervising one of our amazing Square Tree illustrators who will draw your main character!
Following your God-calling can feel a bit scary, but it doesn’t have to be. We want you to feel full confidence and trust in the Square Tree team to lead you on this adventure.
YOUR CHARACTER ILLUSTRATION GUARANTEE
This offer is specifically designed to give you a fully developed main character that will be the next step in your journey to becoming a published children’s book author. Even if you aren’t 100% confident that you can do it, we want you to give it a try.
If you purchase Character Calling and aren’t inspired to take action on the calling God has placed on your life, you deserve your money back.
If you purchase Character Calling, work with the illustrator, dive into the children’s book dummy handbook, and within 14 days decide that this really is not the best fit for you, you can reach out to support and we will happily offer you your money back.
(But we’re pretty sure you’re going to love it—like so many others already have—and will use it to move forward with your children’s book.)
You KNOW God has called you to write a children’s book. Now what?
You have two choices.
CHOICE #1
You can sit on your hands and let this calling pass you by. Instead of saying yes to what God has asked you to do, you can say no to Him by default and miss out on the incredible plan He has prepared in advance for you to do.
CHOICE #2
Or you can say YES. You can respond in obedience to this weighty task He has placed on your life. You can say yes to the unknown—the impact you’ll have on young children, the opportunity to shift the landscape of what the world is teaching our children, and the transformation He will work in your own life because of your YES.
CHOICE #1
You can sit on your hands and let this calling pass you by. Instead of saying yes to what God has asked you to do, you can say no to Him by default and miss out on the incredible plan He has prepared in advance for you to do.
CHOICE #2
Or you can say YES. You can respond in obedience to this weighty task He has placed on your life. You can say yes to the unknown—the impact you’ll have on young children, the opportunity to shift the landscape of what the world is teaching our children, and the transformation He will work in your own life because of your YES.
So which will it be? You are so capable, so anointed. With the right support and this blessing from our heavenly Father, imagine the change that is possible because you said yes to your Character Calling.
So which will it be? You are so capable, so anointed. With the right support and this blessing from our heavenly Father, imagine the change that is possible because you said yes to your Character Calling.
30 Days Of Professional Character Development And Illustration (VALUE $1,797)
2 Recorded Interviews With A Professional Illustrator (VALUE $497)
Picture Book Dummy Mock-Up Book (VALUE $97)
Vocabulary Voyage (VALUE $97)
1-Week Children's Book Writing Cohort (VALUE $50)
BONUS: The Little Black Book: Children’s Authors (VALUE $197)
BONUS: $497 CREDIT Towards A Done-For-You Publishing Package (VALUE $497)
Total Value $3,232
Regular Price $1,997
SALE PRICE (50% OFF) $997
⤵
Early Bird Special (Additional $500 Off) Until 4/30/24
JUST $997
OR 6-PAYMENTS OF $197
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