In this episode, Julie gives an overview of picture book hooks and why they are so important in today's children's publishing market.  

Here's what you'll discover in this episode: 

• The importance of having multiple hooks in your picture book manuscript
• The influence of the publishing market on hooks
• The definition of hooks in picture books
• Why agents and editors are looking for multiple hooks or entry points
• The difference between hooks and layers
• Are agents and editors only looking for high concept books?
• Kid-facing hooks vs. Adult-facing hooks
• Different categories of hooks in picture books
• Julie's Hook, Line, or Stinker workshop at Picture Book Summit 2026