Roses are red, coats go on hooks. We made you a love heart, from #Library books. 📚❤️ Happy #ValentinesDay to all our followers but especially YOU because you're our favourite. ❤️

After almost hitting "checkout" on that all-too-easy shopping site, I decided to look up indie book stores near me. I found a helpful site. And, while there weren't any near me, there were some near enough that I could plan to drive there. Also, many of them ship. www.readlocalbc.ca/resources/bo...

"The buying of more books than one can read is nothing less than the soul reaching toward infinity...” -- A. Edward Newton

#writingcommunity #authorsky #writingsky #booksky #amwriting

It was believed in medieval times that hedgehogs had spikes so they could roll over fruit to carry home to their children, which is not true but is a really cute idea

"Here is what I believe, and what history keeps showing us. Writing is not a luxury in heavy times. Writing is a form of resistance. It is how we refuse to let fear, erasure, or exhaustion have the final word. It is how we remember who we are. It is how we stay human together." -- Bethany Hegedus

I decided to make myself a fun way to get through my TBR list. You're welcome to it, as well.

“Books aren't written - they're rewritten. Including your own. It is one of the hardest things to accept, especially after the seventh rewrite hasn't quite done it.” -- Michael Chrichton

I have just finished the first draft of my middle grade novel. It is an exciting achievement. Buying myself some dinner and some books to celebrate. Then, on to revisions!

After some busy, busy courses for school, I am finally back to some writing. Feels good!

"The whole course of human history may depend on a change of heart in one solitary and even humble individual - for it is in the solitary mind and soul of the individual that the battle between good and evil is waged and ultimately won or lost." (M. Scott Peck). ~ your goodness matters, friend <3

Reading in a hammock. Does life get any better?

Happy #IndiBookStoreDay Support your local, independent bookstores today! <3

I felt like I had lost the thread of my current ms. So, I took myself on a mini-solo-writer's-retreat. Just me, my work and a ton of books. It was successful. Thread found ✅.

"enchantment cannot be destroyed. It waits patiently for us to remember that we need it. And now when I start to look for it, there it is: pale, intermittent, waiting patiently for my return. The sudden catch of sunlight behind stained glass. The glint of gold in the silt of a stream"~ Katherine May

THIS. Yes! (originally posted by @growwithcolby on instagram)

Inspiring picture books about positive environmental change and action--people working together to better the planet. #picturebooks #kidlit

"One word frees us of all the weight and pain in life. That word is Love." ~ Sophocles

Newest on the list... #readers

I wrote a draft manuscript that was so completely different than anything I have ever written before. I struggled with myself to send it to my critique partners. It's hard to know if something so new has any real legs. But - it is sent. And I am proud for trying it out. #writers

"And what is true is always good—whether it is beautiful, whether it is dark, whether it is healing, whether it is painful. Truth is always a beacon, a guiding light pointing us back to the best things in life." ~ K.M. Weiland www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/writing-is-i...

I tried my hand at darning for the first time. Tried it in fun colours on one of my daughter's play shirts. It was sort of fun!

My son: Mom, can you make me "Goopy le Grande" before school on Monday? Quick deadline? No pattern? No problem! Is it perfect? Nope! Is my son happy? Yep! Happy I could make him happy.

Picture book authors & illustrators: Confused about self-ended vs separate-ended picture books? Why 32 pages is standard but why not all 32 pages are available for story content? I explain here, with examples: debbieohi.substack.com/p/picture-bo... #PictureBooks101 #KidLit

This week's theme is... there is no theme! #readers #readingcommunity #readinglist

Me to my inner writer: I know you don't want to. I get it. That makes perfect sense. Staying in bed sounds way more comfortable. Now and then it's even a good thing. But, today we are getting up. It might feel uncomfortable at first, but in the long run, this is what's best.

2025 Storystorm begin soon! #storystorm This will be my first storm.

just a casual reminder for the writers out there. you could be writing someone else’s favourite book of all time right now, so keep going

Just a reminder that your local library has more than books! Many also have dvds, cds, video games, game systems, internet hot spots, streaming services, ebooks, audio books, park passes, museum passes, and so much more! Maybe it's time for a visit! ❤️📚

I recently finished reading GRIT by Angela Duckworth. Then, I coincidentally read the fabulous picture book CEZANNE'S PARROT by Amy Guglielmo. If you want to talk about somebody having grit... it's that guy! Check it out! #grit #angeladuckworth #cezannesparrot #amyguglielmo #picturebooktalk #kidlit

Merry Christmas / Happy Holidays

I was stressed (re: the pressure of making Christmas magic). A friend reminded me that my FAVOURITE tradition as a kid was the simplest. Now I see others out there who need her reminder. Let go as much as you can. Read this cozy picture book with hygge vibes. #kidlit #acozywinterday #lessismore

Western gull giving me the eye and what beautiful eyes they have. 🪶

“Use a glass mirror to see your face. Use works of art to see your soul.” ~ George Bernard Shaw

#authorsky #writingcommunity #writingcraft #writingexercises #writingfiction

"Tolerance becomes a crime when applied to evil." Thomas Mann

#authorsky #writingcommunity #wakeupandwrite #shortstories #WordSmithsUnite

just wanna retire and go live in some quaint seaside town with my cat where i run a little bookstore that sells magical potions and spells that turn idiots into frogs and maybe help solve a local murder every now and then.

What a beautiful book. Loved everything about it ❤️. Can't believe I only found it now! #thenoisypaintbox #kidlit #picturebooks #writerscommunity #readerscommunity

I quite like seagulls. Life gives them garbage... they make a buffet.

Genuinely cannot wait for book 2 to come out! #chelseaabdullah #theashfireking #thesandseatrilogy #fantasy #readingcommunity

Just some gems from the local library 💎. Firstly, #elmorethechristmasmoose was hilarious! Secondly, really glad I discovered #meganmaynor. Loved these books. #kidlit

So true

Bought myself an adorable mini bookshelf that fits right into the back of my closet. #bookseverywhere

"Mom? Will you help me organize my bookshelf?" 😱 "I THOUGHT YOU'D NEVER ASK!!!!" ❤️