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Dear Friend,
The recent success of children’s books has made the general public aware that there’s a huge market out there.
And there’s a growing need for new writers trained to create the $3 billion worth of children’s books bought each year … plus stories and articles needed by over 650 publishers of magazines for children and teenagers.
Who are these needed writers? They’re ordinary folks like you and me.
But am I good enough?
I was once where you might be now. My thoughts of writing had been pushed down by self-doubt, and I didn’t know where to turn for help.
Then, I accepted a free offer from the Institute to test my writing ability, and it turned out to be the inspiration I needed.
The promise that paid off
The Institute made the same promise to me that they will make to you, if you show basic writing ability:
You will complete at least one manuscript（手稿）suitable to hand in to a publisher by the time you finish our course.
I really didn’t expect any publication before I finished the course, but that happened. I sold three stories. And I soon discovered that was not unusual at the Institute.
Since graduation, I have authored 34 nationally published children’s books and over 300 stories and articles.
Free test and brochure
We offer a free ability test and will send you a copy of our brochure（小册子）describing our recognized home-study courses on the basis of one-on-one training.
Realize your writing dream today. There’s nothing sadder than a dream delayed until it fades forever.
Sincerely,
Kristi Hill, Instructor
Institute of Children’s Literature
21. The first two paragraphs tell us that __________.
A. magazines for children and teenagers have drawn public attention
B. there is a growing need for writers of children’s books
C. publishers are making $3 billion each year
D. children’s books are usually bestsellers
22. You are promised to publish one manuscript when you __________.
A. finish the course B. show basic ability
C. have sold three stories D. have passed the test
23. Kristi Hill mentions her own experience mainly to __________.
A. prove she is a qualified instructor B. introduce the home-study courses
C. show she has realized her dream D. promote the writing program
