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Hiring an Illustrator? Use a Hiring Website
Argyle Fox Publishing works with all sorts of authors, including children's book authors. Unlike a traditional publishing company, we allow our authors to hire their own illustrators. (Some even have their friends illustrate their books!) However, it's important to be...
Mel the Snail’s Little Cousin Learns to Spell!
In 2025, middle grade author Amanda H. Midkiff had an idea for a picture book, but she’d not taken action. When she finally started writing, the floodgates opened up once again. She’s now published her second picture book (that’s four books total!) and has plans for...
Dr. Crystal Hernandez Insists True Crime Soothes the Soul
Do you love a woman who loves true crime? Dr. Crystal Hernandez says you don't have to worry. She's (probably) not plotting anything mischievous while you sleep. What gives Dr. Hernandez such confidence? You'll have to read True Crime Soothes the Soul to find out. In...
Meet Panayotta Delinois Roberts
Scientists love sharing their knowledge. Panayotta Delinois Roberts is no exception. She created her picture book, The ABCs of the Laboratory, to encourage young readers to consider science-related careers. Keep reading to learn more about this science-loving author....
Meet Dr. Crystal Hernandez
If you think you're too busy to write and publish a book, think again. Dr. Crystal Hernandez proves that you're never too busy to do anything. You just have to make it happen. Keep reading to meet this incredibly productive and generous writer. Let's get started...
Meet Caitlin Stewart Harris
Caitlin Stewart Harris is not your average multilingual mother. She wears countless hats, has a passion for writing and creativity, and is in the midst of publishing three books at one time. Keep reading to meet this busy author. Let’s get started learning about you....
Meet Anita Burnett
For years, Anita Burnett's family and friends told she should write a book to get her life story down on paper. When she finally did, she turned to Argyle Fox Publishing to get it to the finish line. Keep reading to meet her and find out what readers are already...
Meet John Suter
When was the last time you read an engaging children’s action book about the free-market economy? If you answered “Never,” you need to grab a copy of John Suter’s Free Market Man and Capitalist Boy. Keep reading to meet the man behind the story. Let’s get started...
Meet Isabelle Baowendsom Warfel
Kids ask lots of questions, and some of them can be uncomfortable for adults. Isabelle Baowendsom Warfel encourages adults to let children ask any question they want. That’s the focus of her wonderful first picture book, Clara and Miss Claudia. Read below to meet...
Meet Amy Myers-Koon
Ever thought of a story idea and said, “Someday, I’ll do something with it.” Amy Myers-Koon did also. Then that day came and she now has a lovely children’s book about her adventurous dog, Olive. Learn more about her and what she hopes readers get from the first book...
What It Means to Keep 100% of Your Royalties
At Argyle Fox Publishing, you keep 100% of your book's royalties. So, when you sell a book, all of the profit comes to you. But what exactly does this mean? Keep reading to find out. Royalties Are Not Your Book's Retail Cost You may think making 100% royalties means...
I Approved My IngramSpark Proofs. Now What?
You uploaded your book to IngramSpark and approved the proofs. Now you’re wondering what to do next. Keep reading to find out three steps you should take after approving your book for distribution and sale. Order a Sample Copy The first thing you need to do after...
Hiring an Illustrator? Use a Hiring Website
Argyle Fox Publishing works with all sorts of authors, including children's book authors. Unlike a traditional publishing company, we allow our authors to hire their own illustrators. (Some even have their friends illustrate their books!) However, it's important to be...
Mel the Snail’s Little Cousin Learns to Spell!
In 2025, middle grade author Amanda H. Midkiff had an idea for a picture book, but she’d not taken action. When she finally started writing, the floodgates opened up once again. She’s now published her second picture book (that’s four books total!) and has plans for...
Dr. Crystal Hernandez Insists True Crime Soothes the Soul
Do you love a woman who loves true crime? Dr. Crystal Hernandez says you don't have to worry. She's (probably) not plotting anything mischievous while you sleep. What gives Dr. Hernandez such confidence? You'll have to read True Crime Soothes the Soul to find out. In...
Meet Panayotta Delinois Roberts
Scientists love sharing their knowledge. Panayotta Delinois Roberts is no exception. She created her picture book, The ABCs of the Laboratory, to encourage young readers to consider science-related careers. Keep reading to learn more about this science-loving author....
Meet Dr. Crystal Hernandez
If you think you're too busy to write and publish a book, think again. Dr. Crystal Hernandez proves that you're never too busy to do anything. You just have to make it happen. Keep reading to meet this incredibly productive and generous writer. Let's get started...
Meet Caitlin Stewart Harris
Caitlin Stewart Harris is not your average multilingual mother. She wears countless hats, has a passion for writing and creativity, and is in the midst of publishing three books at one time. Keep reading to meet this busy author. Let’s get started learning about you....
Meet Anita Burnett
For years, Anita Burnett's family and friends told she should write a book to get her life story down on paper. When she finally did, she turned to Argyle Fox Publishing to get it to the finish line. Keep reading to meet her and find out what readers are already...
Meet John Suter
When was the last time you read an engaging children’s action book about the free-market economy? If you answered “Never,” you need to grab a copy of John Suter’s Free Market Man and Capitalist Boy. Keep reading to meet the man behind the story. Let’s get started...
Meet Isabelle Baowendsom Warfel
Kids ask lots of questions, and some of them can be uncomfortable for adults. Isabelle Baowendsom Warfel encourages adults to let children ask any question they want. That’s the focus of her wonderful first picture book, Clara and Miss Claudia. Read below to meet...
Meet Amy Myers-Koon
Ever thought of a story idea and said, “Someday, I’ll do something with it.” Amy Myers-Koon did also. Then that day came and she now has a lovely children’s book about her adventurous dog, Olive. Learn more about her and what she hopes readers get from the first book...