So I figured, eh, why not. But if anyone would want to team up for a collaboration in writing for children, I would be more than happy to paint some drawings for you. I'm currently writing my own epic novel, but from time to time I just spend the day drawing. But I've been thinking for months now about drawing a children's book. Nothing too grand, but shoot, my friend just landed a super random deal with Marvel (of ALL places) to publish her little kid book. It's a SUPER simply drawn dinosaur that tries to put on his shoes? I dunno. But then I thought, if she could do that, so could I.
Sound interesting or fun to anyone? Let me know! Let's create something memorable and pretty!
It's great that you are feeling the urge to be creative in new ways, and I hope you find it fun and fulfilling.
But, as MJWare said, most publishers only want illustrations with a PB submission is the same person created both. While sometimes an established, professional illustrator will be discussed ahead of time, it's really rare for a publisher to take on a pb when both the writer and illustrator are unknown.
Also, I'd caution you against thinking just because something appears to be simple, that means it is easy. There is a lot that goes into professional level illustration, especially when the illustrations are character-centric and simple in design -- including consistency of character and expressive illustrations. I have seen a number of very talented artists struggle to break into illustration because they have difficulty creating the same character over and over, in different situations, showing consistency, and movement and emotion.
It's great if you find your talents are well-suited to illustration, but I see many people think something that appears simple is easy, when it can be even more difficult than complex illustrations. Take some time and really examine some simply illustrated books, similar to your style. And work on consistency in your illustrations.
good luck!
~suki