Author resources

Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2008
If you are even thinking about writing for children then buy this book now.
You can thank me later. (amazon.co.uk link)

The Purple crayon
Best resource site that i have found for new authors seeking guidance from writing to submitting work. Reputable site that does not keep nagging you to buy.

Wordpool
The children’s book site for parents, teachers and writers.
Has a friendly forum consisting of published and unpublished members.

Books for Keeps
Books for Keeps is a comprehensive UK magazine about all aspects of children's books.