In more news, I have arrived with a pumpkin. 🧡 #pumpkin #fall #harvest #autumn

In other news, pumpkins and gourds have arrived. 🧡 #fall #autumn #harvest #pumpkins #gourds #falldecor

I haven't written much lately (blame Mother Nature!), but here's an article I wrote last year that was printed this week. I read it multiple times, so I'll go ahead and log this as research for writing. Which counts toward writing. 😉 #writing #writingcommunity volumeone.org/articles/202...

Ever wonder what happens before and after a forest therapy walk? This is why it’s near impossible for me to write this time of year! Blame it on being a forest therapy guide. Apparently, I can’t be that and a writer in the same season! 😂 #Nature #treefrog #frog #foresttherapy #writersblock

I have not been writing because I have been watching nymphs become cicadas. But I’ll go ahead and log this as writing research. 😉 #writingcommunity #cicada #nature

So much to love about this, especially trees with opinions! 💚

Have you checked out FORTS yet?! Don’t miss out on this bestseller! #kidlit

So many wondering happenings to celebrate, including Katie’s book! Don’t miss this one! 🥳

If you’re looking for something to do this summer, my sister always loved geocaching. 💚 #geocaching #wisconsinlife #hmong #writer #grief #sisters wisconsinlife.org/story/why-an...

Katie’s books AND free shipping??! Don’t miss out! #kidlit #picturebooks

If you're having a bad day, here's some otters on a water slide to make your day better #bluesky ... 😊

We don’t let the rain stop us! #nokings #nokingsday #protest #pride #pridemonth #lovewins

1000 words before noon! #amwriting #writingcommunity #kidlit

Don’t miss this giveaway!! 🤩 #kidlit #pride #lgbtqia

I thought about writing today, but then I came across this fallen log holding all the secrets of the universe, so I sat with her instead. 🙃 #writing #Nature #NatureArt

Perfect timing! I'm about to clean up my folder of PBs, so these tips will come in handy.

Emotionally undone by this very generous starred review from @publisherswkly.bsky.social for my and Julia Blattman's #picturebook, CASSINI'S MISSION, releasing in August from MIT Kids Press and Candlewick #kidlit www.publishersweekly.com/9781536232325

#Kidlit friends 💔 Please share this far and wide Our dear friend, Trenise Sabin, was the victim of a major burglary over the weekend. She and her husband Travis have lost everything— from clothing and appliances to irreplaceable items from their recent wedding and the urn gofund.me/ce50d993

It’s lilac season around here! 💕

So proud of my friend Katie!! Be sure to add this to your reading list! 🤩 #amreading #kidlit

Marginalized creators! Polish up those manuscripts, #DVPit returns October 2025 on bluesky with over 40 participating agents and editors! #booksky #writersky

Stay tuned... #DVPit #writersky #booksky

This is Autumn. She was born without one paw. Gets along just fine with three, but still sometimes uses a prosthetic leg when she wants to blend in. 13/10

I'd like to take a pause from writing to thank my fellow Wisconsinites. We did it. 👊

I'm quite certain we have the same pack of dogs...and yes, I want their job too. 😂

Made it in the top 20! Check out Vivian's link for my story on Suni Lee, first #Hmong American Olympic gold medalist. 🤩 #amwriting #writingcommunity #kidlit

I spy a dreary day, edits, a pup, and a dumpling. #WritingCommunity #DogMom

When you sit down to write and this appears… 🙃 #amwriting #writingcommunity #dogmom

I went to put a book on hold at the library and was rejected because, apparently, I already have that book in one of my many piles at home...and here I am trying to find it. #amreading

You know you borrow one too many books when your partner asks why dozens fell out of the back of your car, and you can't recall which library trip that was from... #kidlit #amreading

Don't miss out on this opportunity, #kidlit writers!

Calling BIPOC writers in the Phoenix Metro area! Check out what Peace is up to! 🤩 #WritingCommunity #BIPOCWriters

OMG!!! Love this cover, and yes, adding it to my list! #kidlit

Looking forward to reading this one! #kidlit

Went to work after 259 days. This is exactly how I feel. And now…daydreaming of how to nap in the sun every day like my dog. 🙃 #dog #doglife #dogmom

Thank you #storystorm for all the inspiration and new ideas! 🤩 #kidlit #amwriting

I hold a record that I’m quite proud of! 😋 #eggrolls #hmoob #hmong #hmongfood #wisconsinlife wisconsinlife.org/story/how-to...

The last time I subbed was when I was a school social worker. In a pinch, I'd teach math to 2nd graders, history to 5th graders, and even gym! All this to say I'm going on sub for the first time, and though it's a different kind of sub, I hope school subbing days have prepared me! #WritingCommunity

Keep an eye out for this one! Can't wait to read it!!! 🤩 #kidlit

That feeling you get when you discover that you have four copies of Totoro...guess what I'll be watching? 😆

I’ve had the most interesting (and fun!) job interviews. One had me bring children’s books to read to the committee. Another asked what kind of tree I would be. My next one wants me to bring some of my creations. I guess these polymer peas from years ago will come in handy! 💚

Yes to entering the woods! Add this to your list! #amreading #kidlit

Add this to your list!! 📚 #amreading #kidlit

It's not too late to join the fun! 🤩 #amwriting #kidlit #writingcommunity

GUESS WHO WROTE A NOVEL IN 18 DAYS?!?? 2024 has been a rough year, but writing is on fire (in a good way) at least. 🙃 Happy New Year, happy writing, and happy editing! #amwriting #amediting #writingcommunity

I took a writing break to enjoy the hoar frost! Felt like living inside a snow globe! ❄️ #amwriting #winter #snow #frost #Nature

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As a soul caller, I feel deeply grateful to honor my family and all who guide us from the other side. Today, my family celebrated our New Year. Calling our souls—including the souls of our dogs—is a powerful way to ground ourselves and raise the next generation of soul callers. ✨ #hmong #newyear

Oof and thank you, #mrsdalloways, for helping make THE MISFITS a hit!!! ❤️❤️❤️ @randomhousekids.bsky.social @dansantat.bsky.social #kidlit #indiebookstore #misfits