"Should I write my children's book in rhyme?" It’s a question Vicky Weber hears at every conference, and the answer is rooted in science, not just preference. In this episode, Vicky pulls from industry data and cognitive studies to explain why rhyme can either be your book’s greatest strength or the reason it fails to connect with readers.

You’ll discover the surprising reason why our brains process beat and musicality before language—and why that matters for your manuscript. Vicky explains why rhyming books are often a "win" for board books and baby exposure, but a "pass" for publishers looking for educational content or stories with a clear moral message. If you want your readers to remember the story, not just the rhythm, this episode is a must-listen. Learn how to determine if your project is a fit for rhyme or if a prose pivot is the s ...