Rob Broder is a children’s book author and founding publisher of Ripple Grove Press, an award-winning, picture book publishing company. Since he began building his skills and experience in publishing, he has read hundreds of picture books and thousands of submissions. He has a passion for well-told and beautifully illustrated books. Rob consults with writers and publishers as a developmental editor, ghost writer, and creative director.

He lives with his family in a small town, near a big lake, surrounded by green mountains.

Picture Book Consulting Services

  • Developmental Editing

  • Ghost Writing

  • School and Library Visits

Testimonials

“Rob is a terrific, supportive counselor for anyone inspired to navigate the world of writing a children’s book. I worked with Rob for many months in turning the idea of my first book into a manuscript, one that is now going to be published. I trusted him for guidance on edits and on the publishing process, and he respected my voice and priorities. He’s got a great way about him, on top of his own extensive success in writing and experience in publishing. He is excited about my success, which says a lot about him. I highly recommend working with Rob.” – Ben Feller, former chief White House Correspondent for The Associated Press.

“Rob not only has detailed knowledge of the children’s book market and the process to publish a children’s book. He also has great respect for quality and passion for that magic something that makes a book wonderful. I’ve appreciated his collaboration and brainstorming as well as his writing and editing. Rob is a wonderful shepherd for any children’s book.”  – Karla Olson, publisher, Patagonia

Click here to read articles and essays Rob has written about publishing and creative writing. And learn more about him on LinkedIn.