How do you go about becoming a Childrens book illustrator ?

I belong to a local art society and recently did a critic night. A few people mentioned that my paintings and drawings would be good for Childrens books. It gave me an idea. As I would love to make money from my work. I am 25 with a 7mth old daughter. So would be a lovely thing to do. But how do you go about it. The only qualification I have is a GRADE B in G.C.S.E Art ? Many ThanksHow do you go about becoming a Childrens book illustrator ?
Artist Market 2008 has some listings for childrens book art, http://www.artists-market.com/





Your bookstore would have this, or your library may have a back issue of 2007 or 2006 in their reference section.How do you go about becoming a Childrens book illustrator ?
There is a common misconception that it is easier to get a children's book published than getting another genre of literature published. This is simply not true at all. The reality is that children's publishing is just as competitive as other genres, if not more. Though you may be writing or creating art for children, approach it like an adult and do your homework. Visit the collection at your local library. Browse your favorite bookstore's children's section. Take notes of books you admire and publishers you admire. Review and edit your manuscript/portfolio carefully, make sure every single word, image, or idea is precise. Have others look over your work; children often make the best reviewers as they tend to be more honest and open. Talk with your local librarians or teachers. Visit publishers' websites prior to submitting to see if they have any further details about submitting work. Make sure to follow the publishers' submission guidelines meticulously. If you do not follow the guidelines, your work will not be reviewed.
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it would be fun!!!
Put together a portfolio of your work and contact publishers. Digital photographs/ scans that you can email would be a good idea. Children's comics may be worth a look if you're good at black outline work.