How to Break Up Your Picture Book Story Into Pages (Pagination 101)

If you’re staring at your picture book manuscript wondering which words go on which page or where the page turns should happen — you’re really asking about pagination (yes, that’s what it’s called!).

In this video, I explain what pagination means for picture book creators — both for writers and illustrators — and how it directly affects your pacing, your visuals, and your storytelling flow.

You’ll also hear:

The two simple methods I personally use to work out pagination.
Why pagination is more than just technical—it’s creative play.
How thoughtful pagination makes your book feel polished, professional, and marketable.


If you're writing or illustrating picture books, this is a skill you’ll want to learn early!

🔗 Website:

https://picturebookcreators.com/

🔗 Printable Resources:

✷Writing Exercises: https://picturebookcreators.gumroad.c...
✷Story Builder Template: https://picturebookcreators.gumroad.c...
✷WHY Guide Mission Statement Template: https://picturebookcreators.gumroad.c...
✷Pagination Planner: https://picturebookcreators.gumroad.c...


🔗 Writing Class Playlist:

   • FREE CLASS | Writing Picture Books  

🔗 MJ’s Picture Books:

✷ A Busy Day in ABC Woods [USA Amazon]: https://amzn.to/3Uy6WXj
✷ A Busy Day in ABC Woods [Canada Amazon]: https://amzn.to/3UyBqZh
✷ Wait Darling Wait [USA Amazon]: https://amzn.to/3R2jd4Y
✷ Wait Darling Wait [Canada Amazon]: https://amzn.to/48pwHOQ


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