Creatives across borders

Dapo Adeola - Children's Book Author, Illustrator & Storyteller

• Bayo/DapoAdeola • Episode 9

Dapo Adeola is a renowned children's book illustrator, author and storyteller.  Join us as Dapo shares his journey, current and future projects, and invaluable advice for aspiring creatives. Discover the inspiration behind his acclaimed works, such as "Look Up" - winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize -
and "Hey You," and learn about his innovative approaches to storytelling and business.

📌 Topics Covered:

• The essence of agent representation and approaches to landing the right agents
• Insights on working with publishers and managing freelance projects
• The importance of diversifying creative work and exploring different mediums
• Strategies for monetizing art, including prints, pins, and merchandise
• Why he includes a "no commissions" disclaimer on his Instagram
• Practical tips for managing the business side of being a creative
• Debunking different myths about the children's book publishing industry
• Learning resources for starters and experienced creatives alike

A summary of the show including related links can be found in this post:
https://wafunkpublishing.com/creatives-across-borders-dapo-adeola/

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