My 19 yo gave me an editorial suggestion of where an em dash would work better. Does this make me a parenting success?

If you're a kidlit author and don't charge for author visits and want to start...I wrote an article for you. www.annettewhipple.com/2026/04/how-...

Confession: I didn't walk or work early this morning. Instead, I took a 7 a.m. nap followed by planting about 20 strawberry plants before sitting at my desk. Insomnia is not my friend and the reason for early naps.

The #blueberryawards are here to celebrate the top nature books! These are some fabulous titles! (No, mine aren't included, but they're still fabulous!) evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/disp...

Who has heard frogs this year? Or are you still waiting (like me)? I’m in southeastern PA, but others nearby have heard them! Page spread from my book Ribbit! The Truth About Frogs, illustrated by Juanbjuan Oliver and published by Reycraft Books.

Follow the calls of frogs to find frog eggs--but be careful. Never touch frog eggs with lotion, sunscreen, or perfume on your hands. 🐸Learn more about frogs in RIBBIT! THE TRUTH ABOUT FROGS written by me and with humorous illustrations by Juanbjuan Oliver. FREE comprehensive teacher guide!

If you want to write nonfiction for kids, you want to visit NF Fest every day in February! Sooooo much information about NF from industry's experts! AND there are articles from previous years, too! You'll learn and love it all! (Find me in the archives!) www.nffest.com

I can't love this enough!

The number of books you read isn't important. It's only important that you read.

As 2026 approaches, I know I need to live with intention. What are your tips (beyond put down the phone)?

WOOHOO! Betsy Bird included FLICK! THE TRUTH ABOUT LIZARDS in the 2025 Science & Nature Books for Kids!

Books make such great holiday gifts for kids. Especially this beauty by @annettewhipple.bsky.social! 🦎🌲🕯️#kidlit #childrensbooks

Big congratulations to @kellycrull.bsky.social! This is so much fun!! Thank you for letting me be part of it!

Have a question for me? Maybe related to writing or something else? Ask away!

Creative, interactive book event ideas from kidlit authors: Alexandra Diaz, Stan Yan, Mary Boone, Annette Whipple, Carmela LaVigne Coyle, & Ann Suk Wang! @annsukwang.bsky.social @alexandradiazauthor.com @annettewhipple.bsky.social melissataylortips.substack.com/p/how-to-att... #kidlit

Some fabulous books there! So grateful Chomp is included!

So grateful to be included in the #SibertSmackdown!

Grateful for a relaxing weekend and looking forward to the week to come!

I love how you can see the full-size poster which makes FLICK! look tiny! Want to win a nonfiction book? I'm giving another one away in my next author newsletter!

I have a new book! Win a copy of FLICK! THE TRUTH ABOUT LIZARDS through my monthly newsletter! substack.com/home/post/p-...

When you learn how your book makes a difference for a family....well, words are tough to come by. ❤️ Fabulous idea for family dinners! Thanks for sharing Courtney! @tyndalehouse.bsky.social

Today's the book birthday of FLICK! THE TRUTH ABOUT LIZARDS! I love this book...and the entire series!

Enter for a CHOMP! THE TRUTH ABOUT SHARKS giveaway with @dbeckjacobson.bsky.social!

Super excited to be talking about potential next books in The Truth About series! Flick! The Truth About Lizards isn't pictured. What would you add?

This is the best analogy of what it's like for teachers! (Can I say that if I haven't been in the classroom in 19 years? I think so!)

Happy #nationaldonutday! In my book The Laura Ingalls Wilder Companion, I shared a recipe for self-turning doughnuts like Mother Wilder made in Farmer Boy. Here's the recipe! www.wildercompanion.com/2019/06/old-... #NationalDoughnutDay

Yesterday I was told my monthly newsletter is like a writing mentor. Interested? #writingcommunity #kidlit substack.com/@annettewhip...

I've been eager for FANTASTIC FLORA for a while! Enter to win...or don't so my chances increase!

Meeting deadlines sometimes means choosing that important work over something else. Still to-do: write monthly newsletter submit historic NF MG bake chocolate chip cookie pie

If you're an unpublished writer, I shared 10 ideas to help you get published! #WritingCommunity www.annettewhipple.com/2024/11/10-t...

Can you FEEL the difference when you go outside? I can!

Highlights Foundation helps writers...and the earth!

I always recommend @sarahalbee.bsky.social's books!

Help your students think deeper about animals on Earth Day and every day! 15-20 STEM and ELA activities! FREE! No email needed! Books about owls, dogs, spiders, frogs, cats, and sharks. (Shark teacher guide isn’t ready yet…all the others are!) www.annettewhipple.com/search/label...

I have minimal engagement here at BluSky (esp compared to the other place). If you could give me one piece of advice, what would it be?

Thank you @slj.com for including GIANT RAYS OF HOPE in your Earth Month round-up. The rays and I are in terrific company 💙 @lernerbooks.bsky.social @carolhinz.bsky.social @kellycrull.bsky.social @nancycastaldobooks.bsky.social @annettewhipple.bsky.social @sandramarkle.bsky.social #greensky #edusky

Who needs a self-edit chart for picture books? I’ve got you covered! www.annettewhipple.com/2020/05/how-...

Books are a great way to inspire young conservationists, and these are some great titles! Then...get outside!

Dreams come true! (Even if you didn't know it was a dream!) Pennsylvania School Librarians Association named me the 2025 Outstanding Pennsylvania Author. The award left this writer speechless for a long time! www.annettewhipple.com/2025/04/2025...

A friend and I both have MG books out on submission. We are both experienced authors. We share the hard rejections. We support one another. Writers need community. #writingcommunity

I'm ready for #TLA! Today from 3-5 I'll be in the Reycraft booth #2209. Stop by for your copy of Chomp! The Truth About Sharks! #texaslibraryassociation

Here are my public events for the next couple of months. Will I see you at any? I'm also excited for my school visits scheduled for tomorrow, as well as in April and May!

Got curious kids? Use this free teacher guide with 8 ELA and 11 STEAM activities to #celebratecuriosity about frogs! #stem #edguide #worldfrogday www.annettewhipple.com/2022/05/frog...

Update: I share the completed tax spreadsheet with my tax guy (husband) on Saturday. So yesterday I made double decker no-bake cookies. I think I need more rewards in life for hard tasks!

My writing work today: Taxes. My award when complete: Double decker no-bake cookies. But I might not wait until completion...

With a break from school visits this week, I have a lot to catch up on with deadlines. I also need to submit my NF MG to a few more open editors while I wait to hear back from others.

Happy Leap Forward Day to my educator friends! May the odds be ever in your favor this week!🤣 Make sure you check out this great list of educator guides that accompany amazing non-fiction books you can use in your lessons! #STEM @annettewhipple.bsky.social www.annettewhipple.com/2025/02/free...

Thank you for your patience as you wait for my monthly newsletter. I've been wonderfully busy with author visits! In the meantime, #teachers and #writers alike might be able to adapt my research notebook method for their own use! www.annettewhipple.com/2021/09/how-...

Is anyone else having fun with Read Across America Week? I'm visiting four schools this week! The teachers work hard to make it a true celebration!