Hello! I am embarking on my first book aimed at children 3-5 yrs. I have a few ideas but before developing my story I thought it might be a good idea to ask this question.
I have googled and looked online and I do find e.g. Reedsy very useful and interesting, but can't see much about current trends.
Basically, I am wondering whether publishers are fed up with books with certain themes or characters - for example, too many stories about cats/elephants/naughty kids/whatever. Or too many submissions in a particular style perhaps. I know the key is to create something unique and if you have a unique angle on something then it doesn't matter anyway, BUT I just thought I would ask this question. There seem to be fashions in adult novels, and I wonder if it is similar with children's picture books. So that I could possibly avoid the reaction from potential publishers of "Oh no, not another one about xyz or in xyz style." I can't say I've noticed such trends during the whole time I have worked with young children, but then again, I was coming at things from a different direction then!
I hope this question makes sense? Would appreciate any input - thank you! 