The Well of Sacrifice was listed in Best Books for Children: Preschool-G6 & Best Books for Young Teen Readers: A dead king, a power-hungry high priest, a deep pit used for human sacrifice … and one girl brave enough to fight the evil. storyoriginapp.com/universalboo... #books #KidLit #MGlit #history

99 cent sale! A loner who can read an object’s history with a touch finds mysteries at a quirky museum. “I’ve never read a psychic protagonist who felt this real.” "The mystery is exceptionally well-crafted.” Find it everywhere: tulepublishing.com/series/reluc... #ReadzTule #books #mystery

99 cent sale! A loner who can read an object’s history with a touch finds mysteries at a quirky museum. “…a story that’s equal parts murder mystery, psychological deep-dive, and small-town gothic horror.” #bookreview Find it everywhere: tulepublishing.com/series/reluc... #ReadzTule #books #mystery

Three doggos from my book DOGS OF THE WORLD: Shar Pei (South China), Terrier Chileno (Chile), Australian Shepherd (CA, USA). Do you live with any of these dogs? Link: doggiedrawings.net/pages/dogs-of-the-world-book (Finalist in the 2025 DWAA Awards)

If you read #romance, please complete the State of Romance Reader Survey. Responses help show what romance readers want and value. As a thank-you, download free romance novellas and novels from participating authors and publishers. 💕📊 Take the survey here: tinyurl.com/y5c3ver7 # #books

A goal is a wish turned into action: The reader knows what the character wants, why it's important to them, and why it will be difficult to get. Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AmWue #amwriting #writing #Writetip

Already another voice recognition mistake of the day, when dictating ALT text for this image: The book cover for My Perfect Family shows three black teen girls, one with a headscarf, one with long hair and bear arms, and one with her hair out. 🐻💪 #writing #books #AmWriting

What is a Developmental Editor? "Professional developmental editors help writers shape their manuscripts. They provide expertise that family and friends, and even critique partners, often lack." Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AlH9b #writing #books #AmWriting #WriteTip #WritersLife #WritingCommunity

Another happy critique client: "Chris's knowledge, experience, and talent are apparent, and her feedback was spot on. She helped me focus my work and even suggested a new approach for my prologue. Wow, what a difference. Thank you!" More recommendations: chriseboch.com/for-writers/ #writing #books

Rockhounding in New Mexico, and the Reluctant Psychic #Mystery Series: If you love supernatural sleuths, small-town intrigue, and mysteries with a geological twist, Death at Rock Bottom is your next must-read! Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/Ak2df #books #Rockhounding #geology #cozymystery

Here's a post listing everything I had out this year, new fantasy, reprints, short fiction, TV show, etc: marthawells.dreamwidth.org/670572.html

Death at Rock Bottom is at Christy’s Cozy Corners with an Author Interview on books, reading, and writing! "In the Reluctant Psychic Mystery series, Petra has a darker sense of humor, because she’s more introverted and isolated..." https://lttr.ai/AkeHc #books #ReadzTule #mystery

Announcing new deals for @elizabethfoscue.bsky.social @laekanzeakemp.bsky.social @olgaherrera.bsky.social @kkhamilton.bsky.social + more

Congrats @brandonhoang.bsky.social on the launch of MINECRAFT: ONE LAST QUEST w/ @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social & short story in THE BEASTS BENEATH THE WINDS: Tales Of Southeast Asia's Mythical Beasts w/Abrams. #KidLit #LibrarySky #EduSky #LibrarySky #PublicationDay #BookBirthday

🎃 Shopping for Amazon #PrimeDay? Tule Publishing's mysteries (except new releases) are on sale for $1.99! Mine: https://tulepublishing.com/authors/kris-bock/ All: https://tulepublishing.com/mystery/ #books #Mystery #KillerReadsOctober #HalloweenReads #SpookySeasonReads  #EbookSale #BookDeals

Start the Accidental Detective humorous #mystery series free at all major ebook retailers! tulepublishing.com/series/the-a... Or try the #audiobook series with a deal! Something Shady at Sunshine Haven is 70% off (now $6) for a limited time at #audiobooks: www.audiobooks.com/promotions/p... #books

🐰Happy International Rabbit Day🐰 I was hired to illustrate this bunny body language chart by empoweredanimalsbehaviorandtraining.com Visit their website for more bunny resources. More of my client work": doggiedrawings.net/pages/infographics

The Terrified Troll, my first ever picture book, is done and dusted! Hurrah! To find out how many we made, and how you can maybe buy one of the first print copies even if you missed out when we were running the crowdfunder, click here: darrenshan.com/news/the-ter...

I wrote a book to help you navigate the strange and wonderful world of writing and publishing books. It covers everything from how to write a query letter to how to write your next book. Get it wherever books are sold! bookshop.org/p/books/writ...

Hey, teacher & librarian friends! (And homeschoolers, too!) Want me to Zoom into your classroom or library this fall? I'm hosting a series of $15 virtual author visits this month & next - details are here: katemessner.com/low-cost-vir... Join us!

Calling all authors with upcoming books! Preorders are important! B&N is having a sale on ALL preorders today through Friday. Here is my upcoming book (with the fab Shanda McClosky!) Add yours to the thread!

I had a nice surprise when I went to Save On in #MapleRidge today and saw my book, Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, or Reactive Dog, on display. And I'm in good company too with Dogs of the World by @lilichin.bsky.social on the shelf below :)

Teachers & librarians! I'm offering a series of low-cost virtual author visits this fall (and by very low-cost, I mean $15, just to cover webinar hosting & ASL interpreting!) All will be recorded, too, and available through the school year. katemessner.com/low-cost-vir...

Hi WorldCon!! For thirty minutes I’ll be signing books at Nook and Cranny in the dealer’s hall!! Come say hiiiiiii.

I'm at the @nanreinhardt.bsky.social blog with Death at Rock Bottom (A Reluctantly Psychic Mystery) and a Green Chile Muffins #recipe I shared these muffins with my book club and they were a hit! nanreinhardt.com/author-spotl... #books #mystery #paranormal

The Pink Pajamas, a story about loss and familial ties, by kidlit author and artist, @charlenedraws.bsky.social is now available! You can find this at the Comics and Games Bodega! Purchase of any Charlene Chua title comes with a free sticker, bookmark, and signed bookplate.

Thanks to @themermancam.bsky.social for interviewing me on SCBWI Official Blog today! I talk about what inspires me as a creator, finding the time, takeaways from my experience as a #KidLit creator, and DESSERT: scbwi.blogspot.com/2025/08/inte... #scbwisummer25 @scbwi.bsky.social #KidLit #SCBWI

Over the moon that @debbieohi.com has been named SCBWI's Member of the Year. So well deserved, Debbie. Those hearts were flying for you! #scbwisummer25 ❤️

Happy Friday, all. Thought I'd share this newly finished piece today. It's not in my shop yet, but it will be later this month! 😉 Wishing everyone a safe and peaceful day. ✌️😘

Working on slides for my presentation in the Illustrators' Intensive at #scbwisummer25 on Aug. 3rd: www.scbwi.org/events/virtu... #KidLit #SCBWI

It’s publication day! My children’s #fantasy novel, Changeling, is out today! When an archaeological dig goes awry, 12yo Ally is flung back in time where she crosses paths with a medieval boy accused of being a changeling Links in bio and below #middlegrade #folklore #writingcommunity #booksky

Barnes and Noble is offering 25% off all pre-orders for all B&N Members from July 8-11! This includes prints, e-books and audio. (YES there will be an audiobook for our book "The ADHD Field Guide for Adults" and YES we will be the ones recording for this audiobook 😊) Use "PREORDER25" at checkout!

It’s Amazon Prime Days! You know what that means. It’s a great day to pre-order Kiri’s book from Barnes and Noble!

Barnes & Noble is having another pre-order sale from today through Friday! Using code PREORDER25 at checkout gets 25% off any pre-order, such as my upcoming erotic queer cosmic horror novel A GAME IN YELLOW 💛 It's out August 12, so it'll be a short wait too: www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-game-in-...

trottin with a @barnesandnoble.com presale sale this weekend. perfect time to get LUCKY DAY preordered if you have not already www.barnesandnoble.com/w/lucky-day-...

This week, Barnes & Noble is selling my new book, AUTOCRATS VS. DEMOCRATS, at a discount. Noble Rewards Members get 25% off all pre-orders from July 8th through 11th, and Premium Members get an additional 10% off. Use code PREORDER25. Order now! www.barnesandnoble.com/w/autocrats-...

Happy to announce my next book is called DAUGHTER OF THE HUNT and has a cool green cover! Now I’m green yuri too :) Pre orders on sale through 7/11 at Barnes and Noble!

My upcoming novel Lessons in Magic and Disaster is 25 percent off at Barnes & Noble thru July 11! (Only online, and only for Premium & Rewards members.)

Latest Barnes & Noble offer on our forthcoming book out in a few weeks @michaelemann.bsky.social @peterhotezmdphd.bsky.social www.barnesandnoble.com/w/science-un...

Tomorrow is the last day for preorders! #BNPreorder

Guys! Barnes and Noble is having a pre-order sale. 25% off all pre-orders. Just use the code PREORDER25. Some Roxane Gay Book suggestions: The Answer is in the Wound by Kelly Sundberg, Ravishing by Eshani Surya and Racebook by Tochi Onyebuchi www.barnesandnoble.com

Barnes and Noble is running a preorder sale from Jul 8-11! You can preorder THE PINK PAJAMAS and get 25% off! Use code PREORDER25 at checkout (must be part of their free rewards program) - tinyurl.com/3y65jh4n #BNPreorder #kidlit #books

Cover Reveal! “To invent, you need a good imagination and a pile of junk.”--Thomas A. Edison Inventing is easy for Lilibet. But you can’t invent a real friend. You can’t make one from a pile of junk. You need something… more. Preorder Now! www.barnesandnoble.com/w/lilibet-ma...

Hey #kidlit, I’m hiring a (paid) summer design intern. Apply today! 💙❤️ scholastic.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Extern...

Happy March #kidlitartpostcard ! ☘️🌈 I’m Adriane and I enjoy illustrating joyful scenes that bring child-like wonder to life. I am available for picture books, board books, and covers! ☘️ Rep’d by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social [email protected] 🌈 adrianetsai.com 🌈 #kidlit #illustration

Residency for a writer at any stage of their career who is writing a new piece of work for theatre, with private studio, on-site accommodation, and a weekly stipend of £350. DunsPlayFest will stage a scratch reading or rehearsed reading as part of PlayFest 2025. Other awards also. Please share