“Do not give up. The race goes to the relentless.” This inspirational inscription from my author-hero, Kate DiCamillo, warrants sharing with the #kidlit community here. ❣️

Brainstorming mode #newnovel #getinspired #crowgirl

Wanted to do something positive today, so I made a starter pack of Diverse Kidlit creators and industry professionals! #diversekidlit #starterpack #diversifyyourshelves #weneeddiversebooks go.bsky.app/Ma4TCD7

KidLit for Los Angeles is holding an auction to raise money for wildfire relief. The amazing #kidlit community has donated signed books, original art, critiques, & AMAs. You can bid on a signed copy of IVAN, a signed class set of MOUSE & HIS DOG, or lots more: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles

My heart is breaking for all of my LA friends affected by the fires. Just devastating 😢

Momming is hard…

“Snowman and Snowcat Wolf” by my daughter age 5.

Me...looking for reviewers for my upcoming MG horror... So...if you like spooky middle grade...let me know!

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Saw this guy on my walk and I feel like he and his 🤎 marking could star in a picture book…. #kidlit

My daughter’s school library has a book fairy… that has its own little fairy door… and leaves the kids notes… she’s writing a note to the book fairy this Saturday morning and I love this so much ❤️❤️❤️

When posting images, add alt text! Why? - Helps visually impaired & neurodivergent. - Helps your post gets discovered. - If Internet is slow, people see alt-text instead of images. - If text in image hard to read, alt-text can help. More tips: publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/al... #BlueSkyTips

It would be a lovely gift to the #kidlit community if Goodreads would add back awards for #kidlit and #mglit plllllleeeeeeaasssse. #kidlitchat

Lindor wrapper skater. #FoundObjectArt #Uplift

Here’s a great overview of the phenomenal Nikki Giovanni. Truly a legend. 💔

Ho! Ho! Ho! I'm giving away 4 Sherlock Society Gift Packs. (Signed book, enamel pin, and holiday card.) One each on FB, X, IG, and Bluesky. Repost and you're entered for a chance to win. I'll randomly select the winners this weekend!

It's more day until #kidlitchat (Tuesdays at 9PM Eastern every week here on Bluesky). Or is it one day more, perhaps? Do you hear the people chat? Hmm. That'd be a little odd, actually. Regardless, make your plans to join us in multi-part chatting harmony, I say! And I'll see you there!

Readers dont realize the amazing vulnerability that authors face when they publish. Though my manuscript isn’t a book yet- having a cover design out in the world gives me a tiny glimpse into these emotions. Eeeeek! It was equal parts fun and terrifying to see people holding the real books 💕

I’m 3 coffees in and it’s not even 8am…. #saturday

Stuck in a scene? Do what the pros do: use brackets. Write what the story beat is: [Our hero gets out of the fight through clever means] Then just keep writing what happens after. Maintaining momentum is key to getting the most words on the page. Meanwhile solutions often present themselves later.

Yes, in fact, there is a #kidlitchat tonight at 9PM Eastern/6 PM Pacific right here on Bluesky. And yes, we're all hoping you join us. I mean, no pressure or anything. But it'd be swell to see you here tonight!

Writers: yes, you are still a "real" writer if you - have never published anything - have no readers - didn't write anything this month - didn't write anything this year - can't articulate words anymore - can only float and mournfully wail - were murdered ten years ago on this very spot

Welp! I made it! Hi #book friends, I'm E Train, a 13-year-old #literacyadvocate, #author interviewer (I've interviewed 200 #MGLit writers) & the founder/CEO of the 501c3 nonprofit "E Train Talks, Inc." I'm excited to be here! etraintalks.com #authors #reading #kindness #literacy #kidlit

Structural issues 😂 but my little one had so much fun decorating. (And just as much fun eating frosting and candy)

Big thank you to my writer friend for these WIP themed oracle cards. We had fun pulling cards to spark ideas on theme etc. #mglit #crowgirl #workinprogress #amwriting

Another starter pack to follow is of the #MGtyDucks MG authors go.bsky.app/L4HWnbV

Thanks to all who have shared my Unofficial Guide To Bluesky! MUCH appreciated. Other ways to help: - Pass it forward. Help/welcome a Bluesky newcomer. - I make a living writing/illus #KidLit, so consider boosting, borrowing, or buying one of my books? More: publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/bl....

I love this.

If you're new here, and looking to spice up your "following" feed consider joining a starter pack. Reshare and go through the list to find new people to follow and make connections with. :) #WritingCommunity #BVM go.bsky.app/68h46J4

Starter pack for Black writers.💅🏾😌 Comment if you'd like to be added. Don't self-reject. Don't look and think "they didn't specify x, y, z is welcomed. I guess it's not for me". ❤️‍🔥Repost for reach, please! TIA!❤️‍🔥 #WritingCommunity #BVM #AmWriting #AmQuerying go.bsky.app/2pribzv

My daughter’s art project at school. I introduce to you Cinnamon, the technicolor turkey.

Someone just asked me for writing tips, and my gut level response was "all writing advice is fake, just read books you like and write as much as you can and eventually something will be good" but then I thought about it and I had some actual advice! 1. Read! Your work! Out loud!

Post yourself in a different era.

Today is Trans Day of Remembrance, a day to honor lives lost to anti-trans violence. Books are a powerful tool for empathy, so I'm resharing this @lgbtqreads.bsky.social page—use it to find great #mglit with trans MCs: https://buff.ly/3qh5DgW More on the observance: https://buff.ly/2z1VaK7

PART TWO of the For the Love of Middle Grade starter pack. For the Love of Middle Grade is a FB group that's about connecting educators, librarians, authors/illustrators, and MG enthusiasts. go.bsky.app/2kymhkp

@gregpincus.bsky.social thanks for hosting a great #kidlitchat. I enjoyed the trip down memory lane and my TBR list grew 📚

#kidlitchat kind of a left turn but my mind is spiraling down memory lane and I used to LOVE the Choose Your Own Adventure books because I felt like I had a say in the plot #wannabewriter

#kidlitchat topic is what I needed tonight. Reading everyone’s favorite classics has me taking trips down memory lane that feels like a warm blanket and hot cocoa #ineededthis❤️

So many… I loved Beverly Cleary, Nancy Drew, @judyblume, Roald Dahl… I could go on and on….

TOPIC: Tonight we're hitting the #kidlit classics. Can you point to the stories that inspired you to pursue a career in books for children? What about the ones you missed early on and have come to admire as an adult? #kidlitchat

Here's a short video showing how I use @deck.blue to attend a slow chat like @kidlitchat.bsky.social on Bluesky! More info about Bluesky slow chats (as well as text-based info) at publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/ho... Feel free to share anyone who needs it! Looking forward to #kidlitchat tonight. 💙

For those coming to #kidlitchat tonight (at 9 PM Eastern/6 PM Pacific right here on Bluesky!), it's a good time to start doing your finger calisthenics and eyeball rotations in preparation. What? You don't do that? Oh. Huh. Anyway, even if you don't need prep, I hope you join us tonight!

And so, a quote: "To fear is one thing. To let fear grab you by the tail and swing you around is another." --Jacob Have I Loved by Katherine Patterson Be safe, friends. Don't let anyone make you feel helpless or alone. It's what they want. What they need. Don't give them the satisfaction.

Okay, I have added a second MG Author list. Please check both the #MGBookChat Authors and Participants list and this list before asking to join this second list. Please ensure that your bio has a link to your books/website or the name of your latest release. go.bsky.app/FAHZC7T

Ok here is a starter pack of many of the authors and participants of #MGBookChat. I know I am missing many and some have not transitioned here YET. Let me know who needs to be added or wants to be added. go.bsky.app/4aiDvMC

Do you think if I put “no soliciting” in my Facebook bio I would get less spammy/scammy messages? 😂

Trying to follow back but seems like my follows aren’t sticky. 🤔

My sick child and my dog have synced up their snores and I have to turn my audiobook volume up…

"Writing is my lifeblood." — @erinentrada.bsky.social mrschureads.blogspot.com/2024/10/at-l...

So looking forward to being part of these wonderful panels at #NCTE24 and meeting fellow authors and educators. See you soon, Boston. #kidlit #middlegrade