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Build Your Publishing Team with Confidence

Every successful book begins with the right people.

Whether you’re publishing your very first children’s book, creating an educational resource, or expanding your publishing business, Curated Publishing Co. helps you connect with trusted publishing professionals who can bring your vision to life.

Our growing directory is designed to save you time, reduce uncertainty, and help you confidently hire experienced professionals for every stage of the publishing process.

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Members Receive

  • ✔ Access to Our Growing Professional Directory

    Browse carefully reviewed publishing professionals, including:

    • Children’s Book Illustrators
    • Editors (Coming Soon)
    • Book Designers (Coming Soon)
    • Cover Designers (Coming Soon)
    • Translators (Coming Soon)
    • Publishing Specialists (Coming Soon)
    • Curriculum Writers (Coming Soon)
    • Marketing Professionals (Coming Soon)

  • ✔ Publishing Resource Library

    Gain access to practical resources created to help you make informed publishing decisions, including guides, checklists, templates, and educational content.

  • ✔ Direct Communication

    When you find a professional who fits your project, contact them directly to discuss your vision, timeline, pricing, and availability.

    There are no commissions on your project, and Curated Publishing Co. does not participate in negotiations between members and professionals.

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    ✔Curated Publishing Professionals

    Focused specifically on children’s publishing and visual storytelling. Carefully Vetted Children’s Book Professionals for Serious Authors. Our listed illustrators are vetted for human artwork only, no AI.

Full portfolios and contact information are available to active members only

Every professional is reviewed before being accepted into our community, giving members a curated starting point when building their publishing team.

While we cannot guarantee the outcome of every project, we are committed to connecting members with professionals who demonstrate experience, professionalism, and a commitment to quality.

Membership Options

Monthly Membership

$19.95/month

Billed monthly. Cancel anytime.
Full access to the curated professional directory and direct professional contact information.

Your membership will automatically renew each month at $19.95 until you cancel. You may cancel anytime in your account settings to stop future charges. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period; access remains active until then. No refunds or prorated credits are provided for partial periods. By subscribing, you agree to the Subscription Policy and Terms of Service.

Plus Directory Membership

$39.95/month

Best Value

Billed monthly. Cancel anytime.
Full access to the curated professional directory and resources.

Designed for serious authors seeking an elevated directory experience, the Plus Directory Membership includes full directory access along with exclusive resources and early access benefits tailored specifically for children’s book creators.

Includes access to the Publisher Resource Library — a growing collection of publishing-focused educational resources, templates, planning guides, and industry insights designed specifically for children’s book authors.

Access to the Publisher Resource Library does not guarantee publishing opportunities, manuscript review, representation, or acceptance by any publisher.

Our best value for authors, publishers, educators, and businesses who anticipate hiring throughout the year. Premium members receive continuous access as new publishing professionals and resources are added to the platform.

Ready to explore the directory?

Curated Publishing Co. is designed for:

* Self-published authors
* Independent and hybrid publishers
* Children’s book creators
* Educators
* School districts
* Nonprofit organizations
* Businesses creating educational or branded publications

Whether you’re hiring one professional or assembling an entire publishing team, we’re here to help you get started with confidence.

Ready to Build Your Team?

Join Curated Publishing Co. today and connect with trusted publishing professionals dedicated to helping bring great ideas to life.

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