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Ricardo Hernandez DDS

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Dental Assistant

Pacific Beach, CA · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

To go along with this children's book, Dr. Hernandez also created a music CD for his young patients, on which he sings about dental related topics, further teaching children the positive side of ...

Ricardo Hernandez DDS

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Dental Assistant

Pacific Beach, CA · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

To go along with this children's book, Dr. Hernandez also created a music CD for his young patients, on which he sings about dental related topics, further teaching children the positive side of ...

Ricardo Hernandez DDS

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Registered Dental Assistant

Pacific Beach, CA · On-site

$27 - $30/hr

To go along with this children's book, Dr. Hernandez also created a music CD for his young patients, on which he sings about dental related topics, further teaching children the positive side of ...

Ricardo Hernandez DDS

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Registered Dental Assistant

Pacific Beach, CA · On-site

$27 - $30/hr

To go along with this children's book, Dr. Hernandez also created a music CD for his young patients, on which he sings about dental related topics, further teaching children the positive side of ...

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How much do children book jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for children book in the United States is $24.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a children book?

A Children Book job typically involves writing, illustrating, editing, or designing books specifically for young audiences. It may include roles such as children's book authors, illustrators, editors, or publishers. Professionals in this field focus on creating engaging, age-appropriate content that educates or entertains children. Strong storytelling skills, creativity, and an understanding of child development are important for success in this industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the children book position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Children's Book Author, you need strong storytelling abilities, creativity, and a deep understanding of child development and age-appropriate content. Familiarity with digital illustration tools, publishing platforms, and basic copyright knowledge is often beneficial. Excellent communication, patience, and imagination are essential soft skills for connecting with young audiences and collaborating with illustrators or editors. These skills help ensure the creation of engaging, impactful stories that resonate with children and meet industry standards.

What are some typical challenges faced by children's book authors in this profession?

Children's book authors often face the challenge of writing content that is both engaging and appropriate for specific age groups, balancing creativity with educational or developmental goals. Another common hurdle is collaborating effectively with illustrators and editors to bring a story to life while maintaining a cohesive vision. Additionally, the competitive publishing landscape means continuous learning about market trends and reader preferences, as well as persistent marketing efforts, are key for success in this field. However, these challenges are highly rewarding for those passionate about inspiring young minds through literature.

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Infographic showing various Children Book job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,573 per year, or $24.3 per hour.

Assistant Editor

Highlights for Children

Honesdale, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Assistant Editor

Department: Product Development

Reports To: Sr Director, Editorial

Primary Roles & Responsibilities:

Support the editorial work of the department to help ensure that individual editorial projects and ongoing department work is prioritized and completed on time and with excellence. Manage various editorial projects as assigned by or in collaboration with editorial leadership including assessment of viability of new projects, supporting development of magazine crafts & recipes, development of assigned projects for books and subscriptions, asset research in our Digital Asset Management system, editing, copy writing, scheduling, and other editorial tasks as assigned. Independently develop series books or projects assigned by editorial leadership. Maintain and support departmental forms, reports, and record keeping, as assigned. Support the work of the kids mail process by organizing and recommending submissions and responding.

  • Support senior editorial management in day-to-day work to keep the products moving to completion.
  • Support kids mail process by downloading, sorting, and recommending inclusion of kids’ submission.
  • Write revision and/or rejection letters to authors and agents of submitted projects.
  • Assume responsibility for assigned editorial aspects of book development, including manuscript development and editing; partner with art director and designers to provide illustration; copywriting including cover, tip sheets, and other marketing copy as required.
  • Prepare PowerPoint presentations for editorial meetings
  • Collaborate with design, production, and marketing departments to meet scheduling requirements.
  • Pursue knowledge of current trends in children’s book publishing and product

Education and Experience

  • 2+ years’ experience in a related role working with or developing content for children
  • Excellent editorial skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Knowledge of children’s book and magazine/subscription product industry
  • Excellent skills in the Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite with ability to learn our existing software
  • Excellent organizational skills and project management.
  • Self-motivated and able to manage a large workload in a fast-paced environment

Supervisory Responsibilities: None