Thank you so much for sharing, @coloradoauthors.bsky.social ! I hope someone finds a new favorite treat!

Thank you #pbrisingstars for this amazing opportunity. And best of luck to all the applicants! @pbrisingstars.bsky.social

Just realized that I never shared about my new 2025 picture book release here on BlueSky! Receiving so much love and excitement from teachers and librarians for this one. I've seen glimpses of the artwork and it is AMAZING! Can't wait to share more. #KidLit #2025Release #PictureBook #Homesteading

Hello Bluesky #Kidlit Friends — We have an upcoming 2-part open call for submissions at Little Thoughts Press Magazine, which I’m super excited about. Feel free to message me with any questions. www.littlethoughtspress.com/theme

✨I’m honored to see Lupita’s Brown Ballet Slippers as a 2024 Northern Lights Book Award winner of the Arts Category! 🩰🤎 What a dream come true to be recognized with so many wonderful creators! ❤️Congratulations to all the winners! 🎉🎉🎉 @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social

omg my book is now listed on Bloomsbury's website with a publication date (aug 2025). it's starting to feel real! 😍https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/radical-realisms-in-contemporary-british-theatre-9781350425811/

Another Banger from The Aviators. Man I love their music so much.

Thank you, @andrewchacket.bsky.social!

#Creativity #writershelpingwriters #authoradvice #tipsforauthors #writingadvice

#NewRelease! Sent as a bride for the King of England, Anna of Cleves is thrown into a court of scandal and cutthroat politics Only by her wits will she survive The Swan Maiden £2.99 or #Free #KindleUnlimited! #Histfic #Tudor #HistoricalFiction #BookSky 📚💙📚💙📚💙 amzn.eu/d/0c4oc46E

Read the epic introduction to ‘The White Dragon Saga’, a completed series spanning 11 books & over 1.5 million words. mybook.to/ThreatFromTh... #dragons #fantasy #yafantasy #youngadult #fantasyreads #fantasyreader #fantasyadventure #fantasylover #greatreads #YA #SFF #GreatReads

Happy Book Birthday to LOVE IS HERE WITH YOU! We celebrated at Books of Wonder. My baby, now all grown up, accompanied me on the flute as we performed the lullaby I sang to her & her sister oh so long ago - the one that inspired this book. @candlewickpress.bsky.social @nabihaiderali.bsky.social

Is there a trend to tag @stephenking.bsky.social? If so, I'll just leave this right here. Because why not? BTW, you rock! Hope you enjoy baked nummies with a bit of additional nutrition and less sugar. www.amazon.com/Nakie-Cakes-...

Bookish friends! @bdkennedybooks.bsky.social is putting on an incredible fundraiser auction supporting queer charities, especially those supporting trans kids. 🏳️‍⚧️ There's so much to bid on. Check it out!! Convention passes, book bundles, query critiques... www.32auctions.com/stkbookauction

OMG this Book + Present pairing is SO amazing! @cpark.bsky.social @carolhinz.bsky.social @dcarnito.bsky.social @lernerbooks.bsky.social www.aimeesatterlee.com/post/2024-bo...

Milo Imagines the World… by Matt de la Peña and illustrated by Christian Robinson that brought a student to tears. “This is the most seen that I have ever felt from a book. I can relate on multiple levels.” #PictureBooksAreForEveryone #RepresentationMatters #WindowsAndMirrors #ReadAloud

Well, this is an extra thankful week! FINDING GRATEFUL is on the The New York Times’ “10 Picture Books That Celebrate Gratitude” list. Hooray, @diannewrites.bsky.social, @naomikirsten.bsky.social & Chronicle Books ! Some of my very favorites are on that list! 💕

Hey, Friends. A quick PSA - if you have Kindle Unlimited, you can read Nakie Cakes, We Don't Need Sugary Frostings! for FREE!!! www.amazon.com/Nakie-Cakes-...

Looking for a perfect stocking stuffer for your littles? Books make wonderful gifts. Wishes of the World is on sale for $12.70. If you purchase my book (from any retailer), I will send you a signed bookplate in the mail with proof of purchase. Thank you for your support! amzn.to/40Uf7RP

At #NCTE24 this week, this is the message I'll be sharing on repeat.

Fantastic birthday present! Chicago Public Library has TOUCH THE SKY as one of their Best of the Best books of 2024 among so many other amazing books!! chipublib.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/disp....

Weekly writing goals were discussed in a forum today, so sharing this in case it helps anyone - you don't need to be a writer :) This planner tracks goals and habits. This nifty and inexpensive planner has been helping me with writing, health, and fitness goals. amzn.to/40SgjoA (affiliate)

Notice the #award sticker on my book! Best #picturebook, 1st place, from the #Missouri Writers’ Guild, sponsored by the Missouri Association of School #librarians.

"I write completely into the dark. The process for me is one of discovery on every single page in every single paragraph." thecreativeindependent.com/people/write...

My #fantasy #alternativehistory anthology w. Eugen Bacon, Ann Davila Cardinal, Peter Clines, Mary Fan, Tanya Huff, Jonathan Maberry, David Mack, Lee Murray, Jeremy Robinson, Scott Sigler, Catherine Stine, Andrea Tang, Harry Turtledove & others. Preorder at henryherz.wordpress.com/combat-monst...

👋 I’m Molli—PB author, novelist (YA and A) and book obsessor. I write: ✨ fat rep 🌈 queer rep 🧠 neurodiverse rep 🙃 mental health rep ✡️ Jewish rep I have two PB available: 💫EVERYBODY HAS A BODY 💫ALL FOOD IS GOOD FOOD

Come take a listen to my conversation with Kirsten about writing nonfiction poetry!

Hi #kidlitartpostcard! I'm Alina, a Romanian children's book illustrator. I enjoy creating narrative illustrations with a little bit of humor sprinkled in. I’m seeking new #kidlit illustration projects. 🌐www.alpacasbookshelf.com #picturebooks #boardbooks #kidlitart #chapterbooks

Picked up a copy of this recent release in East Northport, Long Island, The Dog Eared Bards Bookstore. Perhaps I’m biased because my poem “Ghost” is on page 239, but this outstanding 405 page book is filled with all things dark & creepy, perfect for the Halloween season! 🖤🎃🍁👻🖤

Hey #WritingCommunity How about following the writers below. @jennvdk.bsky.social @dstiveson.bsky.social @askaufman.bsky.social @pauldcoombs.bsky.social @lirielmcmahon.bsky.social @lcyruswhelchel.bsky.social @melodieramone.bsky.social @nicksnapeauthor.bsky.social @douglaslumsden.bsky.social

As the holiday season approaches, I hope you'll think of all the authors who need your support. Without you, we wouldn't succeed. Please consider purchasing this 5-star read. It's on sale for $12.79! Thank you SO much! amzn.to/3NjrKxM (affiliate link)

In this episode on layers in #picturebooks, #12x12PB founder @juliefhedlund explores character. What makes a book character-driven? She emphasizes the importance of character in the plot and provides insights into how characters can drive the story. youtu.be/K9Ni47xGliw

Psst...if you wanted to get an e-book copy of Nakie Cakes, We Don't Need Sugary Frostings!, I heard a rumor. It's on sale for a limited time! amzn.to/3zLmdMU #baking #muffins #cake #cookies #glutenfree #dairyfreerecipes #dairyfree #eggfree #vegan #vegetarian #vegetarianfood #dessert #lowsugar

Can't wait until my copy arrives!! Enter for the chance to win a copy of this fantastic book.

Any middle school libraries in your area looking for donations?

The monthly feature is finally up on my website. This is something I've been researching and am going to order shortly for my home, and so wanted to share in case anyone else is searching for the same. sites.google.com/view/melissa...

Added a new gift idea for the reader and/or writer in your life. And this is one both adults and children will love! Check it out here, at the top of the page :) sites.google.com/view/melissa... #writing #readingcommunity #fairyhair #giftidea #gift

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The Goodreads giveaway for (10) Kindle copies of Nakie Cakes, We Don't Need Sugary Frostings! is live. Crossing my fingers for you!!! www.goodreads.com/giveaway/ent...

Oh my gosh! Thank you all for your amazing support!!! #baking #vegan #vegetarian #muffins #ebook #dairyfree #glutenfree #cookbook #new #gift #nakiecakes

Batman by Marcial Toledano

It’s official! I have a book out in the world. #dreamscometrue #published #author #writerlife #picturebook

I am so proud of this book; after a few quiet months, COYOTE QUEEN seems to have found its audience! In addition to being shortlisted for the High Plains Book Award and the SCBWI Crystal Kite Book Award, it won the Reading the West Book Award!

Summer is here ~ sharing jacket art for HOW TO MAKE FRIENDS WITH THE SEA, written by Tanya Guerrero, art direction and design by Aram Kim 🌊 (2020) #kidlitart

It's official! My debut recipe e-book, Nakie Cakes, is available for preorder! It will be downloadable on July 1st. amzn.to/3VsxMj6 (affiliate) #baking #muffins #ebooklaunch #originalrecipe #giftforher #gifts #giftsforhim #giftsforfriends #glutenfree #lowsugar #eggfree #dairyfree #nutfree

Found this wonderful addition for the collection inspired by Wishes of the World. What do you think? sites.google.com/view/melissa...

I recently reorganized my wildlife photography website, and I'd love it if you took a look! (The site has prints for sale, but it's also just the easiest way for me to do a big online portfolio whether or not people want to buy.) laurel-gale.pixels.com #birds #mammals 📷

Book Review: When You Love a Book Kaz Windness and Heather Brockman Lee have created a STUNNING book sure to warm the hearts of children and adults alike. You can check out the review on my website. #bookrecommendations #bookreview #classic #classicbooks sites.google.com/view/melissa...