Trust in adults among children may be restored through reading books, asserts Hope Taşlykova.
In the heart of Russia's Far East, Khabarovsk Krai is not only renowned for its rich cultural heritage but also for its love of books. The region ranks in the top 3 in the Far East for the number of books read, and it is here that a new voice in children's literature is making waves.
Nadia Taslykova, a successful engineer at the Khabarovsk Directorate of Railways, has recently embarked on a new journey - writing her first book. Inspired by her personal experiences and her desire to understand human relationships, Nadia has penned "Alexandra," a novel aimed at teenagers.
The story follows a teenage girl named Alexandra who moves to a new city and grapples with feelings of alienation. Nadia believes that a book like this can help restore trust in adults among children at a certain age. She writes in a language that teenagers understand, hoping to break through to them and offer them something meaningful.
Nadia's journey into the world of writing began when her first daughter, Dasha, was born. She started reading with Dasha when she was just two years old, and her love for books grew from there. Nadia bought various children's books for Dasha, not just classics, to engage her in reading. If Dasha didn't like a book, they would donate it to the library and buy another one.
As Nadia's writing progressed, she sought feedback from friends and acquaintances, asking them to read her stories to their children. Her friend's sister even offered to illustrate Nadia's stories.
Authors like Nadia Taslykova and Corney Chukovsky typically find publishing opportunities for their children's books through a combination of submissions to literary agents and publishers, participation in writing contests, attending industry conferences, and engaging in book fairs or festivals.
While specific details about Nadia's exact publishing path are not available, these are the common, effective strategies contemporary children's authors use to find publishing opportunities today. Some key avenues include submitting manuscripts to literary agencies or publishers who specialize in children’s literature, entering writing contests, attending industry events and conferences, and participating in book fairs and literary festivals.
These methods allow authors to connect with the right editors, agents, and publishers, balancing traditional routes with opportunities for mentorship, networking, and exposure. As Nadia's book "Alexandra" continues to gather interest, we look forward to seeing where her writing journey takes her next.
In a city known for its collection of unknown legends of the Amur peoples, a new legend is being written - the legend of Nadia Taslykova, the engineer turned children's author.
Nadia Taslykova's new lifestyle as a children's author, inspired by her love-for-books, has transitioned her from being a successful engineer in Khabarovsk Krai to a novelist in the home-and-garden of Russian literature. Her upcoming book "Alexandra" promises to offer meaningful insights about human relationships, catering to the entertainment needs of teenage readers.
