🎉 Overjoyed to share my Publishers Weekly announcement! I’m so grateful to have the talented Tasneem Amiruddin as our illustrator! Shout out to my awesome agent @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at @bradfordagents.bsky.social & the amazing editors Deidra & Alison at Free Spirit Publishing! #kidlit

a great read!!

I'm just a girl, in the querying trenches, looking for an agent who gets how important autism representation is in middle grade. Particularly with how autism is currently being talked about.... Anyone out there? Bueller? #amquerying #kidlit #writingcommunity #ownvoices

Desperate to repair the fallout with her only friend, Zara, twelve-year-old Mae - who suspects her quirks point to autism - must find the courage to embrace her true self or risk losing the last chance to save the only friendship she's ever known. #DVPit #MG #Con #own #ND

Desperate to repair the fallout with her only friend, Zara, twelve-year-old Mae - who suspects her quirks point to autism - must find the courage to embrace her true self or risk losing the last chance to save the only friendship she's ever known. #DVPit #MG #Con #own #ND

After Eden, Cora, and Raj discover an old framed photo, it mysteriously vanishes, unleashing chaotic spells. A downpour of marshmallows begins, which Cora cannot resist. They must find the missing photo before Cora’s lost to the magic and their town is buried in sugary chaos. #DVPit #CB #MR #ND

After Eden, Cora, and Raj discover an old framed photo, it mysteriously vanishes, unleashing chaotic spells. A downpour of marshmallows begins, which Cora cannot resist. They must find the missing photo before Cora’s lost to the magic and their town is buried in sugary chaos. #DVPit #CB #MR #own #ND

Desperate to repair the fallout with her only friend, Zara, twelve-year-old Mae - who suspects her quirks point to autism - must find the courage to embrace her true self or risk losing the last chance to save the only friendship she's ever known. #DVPit #MG #Con #own #ND

SO AWESOME!

#agents, if I've revised my MS since querying you (added a whole new chapter and significantly revised my chapter 1), should I withdraw and re-query? Or send a message on Query Manager? Or nothing? I really want you to have my latest version but I don't want to overwhelm your inbox... #amquerying

Four requests so far from #pitchdis ! I am over the moon!! #writingcommunity #kidlit

Tooting my horn for a sec (because, why not). I've had two Big 5 editors express interest in my #ownvoices #contemp #MG novel. Just need to find an #agent who feels the same way!! #writingcommunity #kidlit

The anxiety that comes with seeing your query next in line on QT with an agent you think you'd REALLY vibe with... #amquerying #writingcommunity #kidlit #neurodiversity

Just booked my #agent121 session with @lilchasewriter.bsky.social for my Chapter Book! I'm looking forward to hearing her thoughts! #kidlit

A clay rose by my four year old. I’m seriously impressed! She was so focused and spent about thirty minutes perfecting the flower. She did this entirely on her own by looking at a rose! I see big creative things in her future! 🎨

Don't look now, but that manuscript that's been eating at the back of your brain...it's not actually dead! Help it find its way back to life with #KidlitZombieWeek 2025 #kidlit #WritingCommunity #WIP #PB #MG #YA #kidlitart

I woke up to several texts and emails from my amazing CPs to tell me my PB is an honourable mention in #PBParty! This story wouldn’t be what it is without all their support. Thanks also to @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social and all the judges! I’m thrilled for Gertrude! ❤️ #amquerying

Received a few query rejections that talk about how they love the story and my writing but it’s just not a fit for them. Dare I say, I’m headed in the right direction with my #middlegrade novel? I just need to find that #agent who’s been looking for an #ownvoices contemporary MG novel!

#authors use a gif to explain the feeling of seeing that your query is the next one on an agent's list in Query Tracker #amquerying #kidlit #agents

I’ve had Dogtown on my list to buy ever since I heard @choldenko.bsky.social on @shannonballoon.bsky.social’s podcast. I was SO surprised when I stumbled upon this signed copy at the store by my house! I cannot wait to start this book! @kaaauthor.bsky.social

After a storm capsizes Mae’s kayak, her ex-best friend, Zara, rescues her, leaving them stranded on an island. Mae shares her suspected autism and its potential role in their falling out. They must work together to make it off the island and back to safety. #posterpitq #C #MG

As someone who's autistic, it's really, really hard seeing what's transpiring. In terms of my author career...it makes me doubt whether my #ownvoices #middlegrade novel will ever go anywhere. Any #agents out there who want to uplift #diversevoices and support #autistic creators?

Congrats!!!

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Happy Birthday to IT STARTED WITH A P! I cannot wait to grab my copy and find out the hilarious twist! :D

Just under two months away from the 3rd annual MGHub pitching event! This event is NOT on social media! Get those queries, pitches, and synopses ready! I've seen the list of participating agents so far and I have to say .... I'm EXCITED! #kidlit

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, I read and left a Good Reads review for the incredible book, Pedro the Pirate, by @ciaralovesbooks.bsky.social . What a great way to blend SEL and humour while incorporating a unique and important aspect: being a foster kid!

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, check out @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social critique services. I can personally attest to how WONDERFUL her critique service is as she provided me with incredibly useful feedback on my Middle Grade novel! kaitlynleannsanchez.com/critiques-wi...

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, I read and left a Good Reads review for the amazing book Too Much: An Overwhelming Day by @writerjolene.bsky.social. As someone who has sensory challenges, this book spoke right to me!

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, I read and left a Good Reads review for the wonderful book, Together We Swim by the talented @valeriebolling.bsky.social . Everyone needs to check out this book! It has beautifully written sparse text that is paired with gorgeous illustrations!

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, check out @viviankirkfield.bsky.social critique and editing services on her website! Also, take a peek at her amazing lineup of books – you won’t be disappointed! viviankirkfield.com/critiques-ed...

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, check out @professoraixa.bsky.social Latinx sensitivity reading and translation services! Also check out her incredible line up books! www.aixaperezprado.com/teaching-res...

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, look at Ivan's MSWL and a recent podcast he was on in the links below! He's an Associate Editor at Abrams and is incredibly knowledgeable! MSWL: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/iv... Podcast: www.writerswithwrinkles.net/cracking-the...

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, I've read and reviewed this beautiful book by @autumnleaflet.bsky.social. I love the special bond between grandma and granddaughter! What a wonderful story :)

To support #SpringFlingKidlit donors, I've requested my library purchase these books (limit of 3 at a time): 1. Giraffe’s Book is Missing a Story by @dkryland.bsky.social 2. Crack Goes the Cascarón by @safajarwrites.bsky.social 3. Write Here, Write Now by @rebeccaglevington.bsky.social Woohoo!

Why not post my #SpringFlingKidlit story for all to enjoy!? I #entered yesterday and spent some time reading the stories in the comments. WOW, they're all so incredible. Good luck, judges! @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social @ciaralovesbooks.bsky.social

Just #entered the #SpringFlingKidlit contest. Thank you, @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social , @ciaralovesbooks.bsky.social , and all the amazing and generous donors!

Spread the word! Contest is open! I'll be submitting for the first time this year! #springflingkidlit

I was on the fence about submitting (imposter syndrome is hitting hard these days), but after scrolling through gifs, a story launched itself out of my brain and onto the page. Now I have no excuse NOT to submit! Looking forward to it!

The more ideas and works in progress I have, the less times I will hit refresh in Query Tracker. Or at least, that's what I tell myself. Thank you to all my CP's who never seem to mind how many ideas I bounce off them. It's called querying coping :P #kidlit #amquerying

Ever wonder why MG readers love novels in verse so much? Here are five reasons these books have become so wildly popular with kids. (thread)

Excited to announce our 3rd annual MGHub Off-Social-Media pitching event for all ages of kidlit: PB / CB / MG / YA Click to learn more… #mglit #kidlit #pitch

Desperately trying not to get my hopes up as my MG novel seems to be nestled nicely in an agents 'maybe' pile. Even if it turns into a rejection, knowing that it wasn't automatically rejected is still a wonderful feeling. Thank you, #agents, for everything you do! :) :) :) #kidlit #staypositive

Congrats @jestrudel.bsky.social for this amazing promotion! :)

Loophole by @rweberwrites.bsky.social is out!!! Everyone should go grab a copy!

Loophole releases tomorrow. ... LOOPHOLE RELEASES TOMORROW! 😍🥳🤯 Please add my new MG novel to your TBR and help celebrate by pre-ordering a copy. This book is a win for anyone struggling w/anxiety! www.goodreads.com/book/show/21... #kidlit #anxietysupport #bookrelease #parents #writers #authors

There's something about seeing those little green smiles on Query Tracker that fills me with joy. They're not my green smiles, but they're someone's, and that's pretty cool! #amquerying #kidlit

As a proud plotter, I am thrilled with how the outline for my next #middlegrade novel is coming along! The last piece of the puzzle is to think of a couple of subplots to weave in. I'm excited to start writing and get to know my characters! #kidlit

Just read Away by @meganefreeman.bsky.social in one sitting and I am blown away by how well this story was told. Giving each of the characters a unique voice added such a fun level. The characters are all so unique, and the incredible team they become is truly inspiring. #kidlit #middlegrade

Started querying my #middlegrade novel last week and it feels great! I hope that one day neurodiverse readers will be able to see themselves in the MC and feel less alone. Any #agents interested in a MG that blends friendship struggles, ND self-discovery, and survival? Oh, and it's set at a cottage.