No DEI, just good stories
A cozy corner of the internet for wholesome children's literature
TLC brings together writers, illustrators, agents, and publishers who share a vision: stories that treat children with protective, loving care — full of wonder, imagination, and kindness.
Wonder & imagination
Stories that spark curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.
Kindness & character
Books that model traditional moral behavior — without a heavy hand.
A safe creative home
A community where writers and illustrators critique, encourage, and grow together.
Fed up with wokeness in children's publishing? So were we.
TLC is our response — an online space to share ideas, critique one another's work, and eventually make connections with agents and publishers. Your story doesn't need a religious tone or theme to belong here. It just needs to be wholesome, family-oriented, and innocent — appropriate for children.
Read the full storyWhat you'll find here
Critique Groups
Join or lead a small group to workshop manuscripts in a safe, member-only space.
TLC News
Updates from the world of wholesome children's publishing.
Events
Evenings with agents, editors, and published authors.
Podcast
Conversations on craft, publishing, and raising readers.
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