A Special Offer for Massachusetts Schools tinyurl.com/444z97nu #TLsky #educsky #Skybrarian #Schoollibraries #kidlit @ssedlib.bsky.social

Which beloved children’s book was the most popluar the year you were born? 📚💕 flip.it/WdbWvg

Look what’s free on Libby!! It’s the audiobook version of Charlie, a Chimpanzee with ADHD! Actually, the whole awesome Shine Books inclusive series is now there! share.libbyapp.com/title/11509614 🎧🐵 #NarratorLife

You’re not leaving without me.

Thank you to the great girls over at the Girls Just Wanna Podcast for chatting with me about my personal journey in voice over. It’s been a fun road so far! Excited to see what the future holds! #LifelongLearner 🎙️💕😁 youtube.com/watch?v=pbKT...

Inclusion Makes the World More Vibrant (Audio Described) - A young boy describes a painting to his visually impaired mother. Definitely worth a listen! #AudioDescription ♥️ vimeo.com/389369072

Starting out as a #voiceactor? You don’t want to miss the Get Outta Your Booth conference in Pennsylvania next summer! An awesome event with top-notch pro presenters, in a very relaxed, social setting! Loved chatting with, and learning from, new and old vo friends! 🎙️😃

One of the high school seniors rushing by paused briefly as he recognized me as his first grade teacher. He said, “Hi!!” and gave me a wide-eyed, genuine smile. That sweet, 2-second interaction brought a tear to my eye and smile to my heart that will last for quite a while. 🥰♥️ 2/2

Our high school seniors walked through the halls of our elementary school today in their caps and gowns. As I held a class photo of my sweet little first graders from 11 years ago, I was able to recognize just a few of those faces as they quickly walked by. 1/2

Grateful for this sweet review of Cora’s Life on Audible. Thank you, Barbara Tibbetts, author of The Look Book, for your kind thoughts on the story and my narration performance. 🧡 #ChildrensAudiobook

Next up: narration of the children’s audiobook, Doozy written by John Doriot. 🦉🌔 Doozy’s mother warned her not to stay out past dark. Getting back home through the dark woods can be scary. Doozy and her dog, Smoke, are about to find out why. 😳 #Kidlit #Audiobook #Narrator

Come From Away ended our amazing season of #AudioDescribed live performances! 🎭 One of our blind audience members warmly shook my hand after the show, telling me how much the AD truly enhanced his experience. His kind words & sincerity brought tears to my eyes. And THIS is why I do what I do. 🥹♥️

Tips & Tools for Nonfiction Read Alouds tinyurl.com/3dhnbw4k @ssedlib.bsky.social @brianlies.bsky.social

Early-spring, quiet days at the beach are so relaxing. Taking in the fresh air and listening to the calm waves. #CapeCodMA

Delighted to have provided #AudioDescription for our blind and low vision audience members who attended The Cher Show this weekend. 🥰 Now I’m just wondering how long it will be before I stop singing “I Got You Babe” in Sonny and Cher’s voices my head.

#Kidlit #Anxiety #MentalHealth #picturebooks #Camping #WritingCommunity IT’S HERE!🎉 My debut PB is now available for pre-order! This book is perfect for any child struggling with anxiety. The in-depth backmatter makes it perfect for the classroom!📚 Retweets appreciated!❤️ bsky.app/profile/dced...

Coming soon… the audiobook version of the sweet children’s book, Cora’s Life by Maggie Blake! I absolutely love narrating beautiful #kidlit stories!! 💛🌼💛🌼 If you’ve ever had a beloved pet in your life, I’m sure you’ll enjoy this heartwarming story about friendship, resilience, and love. 🥹

New children’s audiobook released! Charlie: A Chimpanzee with ADHD, written by Jo North, narrated by me! 🎙️🥰 a.co/d/2pnocJE Meet Charlie, a funny and cheeky chimpanzee who worries his ADHD makes him different. His friends help him realize that he is brilliant just the way he is.

Blind & low vision friends & advocates… besides performance theatres, what other types of in-person events, venues, or local attractions do you feel are lacking MOST in providing #AudioDescription services? What types of places should I be contacting to advocate for the accessibility you deserve? ♥️

#IndieAuthors, are you thinking of creating an audiobook? Here’s some info that could be helpful. aprildoty.com/how-to-make-... #AudiobookNarrator

An eye-opening article about nonfiction for kids in @slj.com . . . plus book recommendations. www.slj.com/story/two-ki...

The Kidlit for Los Angeles auction is NOW OPEN! We have more than 340 INCREDIBLE items from top authors, illustrators, editors, agents and publishing professionals. You don’t want to miss out! Go bid here: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles Auction runs Jan 20th - Jan 26th. #kidlit

A dream job of mine as a narrator would be to narrate for a children’s educational series like “Oh Baby!” with Janai Norman. This wonderful TV series explains how animal parents teach their babies survival skills that help them thrive in the changing seasons. 🐻🐼🦊🐨🐵

Dear #Author Friends, Did you realize that some narrators narrate projects other than audiobooks? How about a professionally narrated book trailer, promotional video, book excerpt for your website, or book blurb to post online? There are lots of ways narrators can help your book get noticed! ♥️

The older I get, the less I like cold weather. Two Christmas gifts from my daughters really hit the spot. A towel warmer & some nice, cozy slippers! Two little luxuries I wouldn’t have bought for myself but I’m truly delighted to now have!! This winter’s goal: staying happy, healthy, warm & cozy!! 🥰

A new national tour will bring the musical to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts, with five performances Jan. 10 to 12. The production is part of The Hanover Theatre's 2024-25 Broadway series.

Looking back on this sweet little holiday novella I narrated over six years ago, “The Christmas Child” by Beverly J. Crawford. Looking forward to supporting more authors and sharing more beautiful stories in audiobook format in 2025! 📚♥️

I truly enjoy my freelance work as an audio describer. This weekend brings an amazing performance of A Christmas Carol. Describing for our visually impaired audience members and supporting them in experiencing the wonderment and subtle nuances of live theater is so rewarding! ♥️ #AccessibilityMatters

‪100 Children’s Authors and Illustrators Everyone Should Know tinyurl.com/3thvz8js

I enjoy narrating the Mindful Moments segment once a month for our visually impaired listeners at Audio Journal. This 30 minute program includes readings from Mindful Magazine and Spirit of Change Magazine. The guided mediations are my favorite. 🧘🏼‍♀️ audiojournal.org/podcast/flas...

Snow day for us yesterday! A quiet day to narrate a few guided meditations 🧘🏼‍♀️ in addition to the Mindful Magazine article, “Are You Ready to Spend Time With Family This Holiday Season? Here’s the Ultimate Mindful Guide to Complicated Dynamics” for our Audio Journal listeners. ❄️😁♥️ #NarratorLife

Imagination Soup's Favorite 34 Picture Books of 2024! imaginationsoup.net/best-picture... #kidlit #picturebooks

Nonfiction improves vocabulary, builds background knowledge, AND KIDS LOVE IT! These excellent nonfiction books will support your readers as they learn things, do things, and grow as readers! imaginationsoup.net/the-best-non...

I'm excited to share this new library of resources for teaching nonfiction reading and writing. tinyurl.com/4jj54pdd @steamteambooks.bsky.social #edusky #kidlit

Other ways to support an author’s or illustrator’s book 😁📚👉🏼 debbieohi.com/2021/08/want...

#ChildrensBookAuthors, are you trying to justify why you should also have your story available in #audiobook format? ➡️ Educational Benefits Audiobooks improve language skills, comprehension, and listening abilities. A strong vocabulary helps children communicate their ideas more effectively.

Children’s book authors, why have your stories available in #audiobook format? Reason #1: Accessibility Audiobooks are accessible to children with visual impairments, dyslexia, or other learning challenges. They also provide an alternative for children who struggle with reading, but enjoy stories.

#Author friends, I love narrating book trailers and excerpts for websites to help you enhance your marketing efforts! If you’re looking for a friendly, professional voice, I’d be delighted to hear from you! 🎤🥰📚

Just some of the MANY things I’m thankful for: ♥️ my family ♥️ friendship ♥️ good health ♥️ kindness ♥️ cute puppies ♥️ Hallmark movies ♥️ nature walks ♥️ kidlit ♥️ audiobooks ♥️ musical theatre What’s on your list?

#NarratorLife - 💙 Bea, a kind & lovely badger, worries her diabetes makes her different. As we learn more about her condition, her friends help her realize she is brilliant, just the way she is. Audiobook now available! “Bea: A Badger with Type 1 Diabetes” a.co/d/blVhc6c

Loved narrating this children’s audiobook- Alice: An Autistic Aardvark a.co/d/edZ5Fwg 💜 Raising awareness through representation, understanding, and acceptance: all in one beautiful children’s book. #Kidlit #Narrator

Yes @edutopia.bsky.social! As adults, we need to be role models for children. Model kindness. Model compassion. Model respect. 🩵 Model. Model. Model.

Looking to build your author platform, create your brand, or promote your book? Ask yourself these 5 questions: heidifiedler.substack.com/p/victoria-j...

I was looking for a cheerful platform where the sun is shining and the skies are blue. I heard this is the place to be. ☀️🦋 Looking forward to connecting with kindhearted friends here on Bluesky! 🩵