How does author @taradairman.bsky.social know an idea will make a good book? 1. When it won’t leave her alone. 2. When it feels like something something she hasn't seen before. 3. When it feels like something she’s particularly qualified to write. Read more: www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

Author @mwstories.bsky.social as grateful for the many ways in which members of the children’s community have helped him grow as a writer. Read more here: www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

#kidlit #Author @costantia.bsky.social stopped by my Six Questions blog to talk about her new #picturebook, The Fig Tree, which explores the purpose of the Green Line that divides the island of Cyprus. www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

Hey #librarians and #teachers — Want to support a great cause while getting a sweet deal? Bid! Bid! Bid! washingtonlibraryassociation.betterworld.org/auctions/wla...

Much of a writer’s success (or lack of success) is out of their hands. That's why #author Margaret Finnegan heeds this #writing advice: WRITE THE NEXT BOOK. Read more on my Six Questions blog! www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

I am doing a #teacher appreciation week #giveaway over on Instagram. Please send your teacher friends over to enter! www.instagram.com/boonewrites?...

Where does #kidlit #author Ha Dinh find inspiration? Everywhere, but especially from childhood memories, students she teaches, and her own children! Read more in this Six Questions interview www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

Author @chelseatornetto.bsky.social‘s new picture book shows how the tiniest act of kindness can brighten an entire neighborhood. #kidlit #writing #writingcommunity www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

Girl Power for the win! #books #writers #picturebooks

Check out these most anticipated books! @viviankirkfield.bsky.social @boonewrites.bsky.social @namstwit @HelloMrsDinh @christinashawn.bsky.social @booksbycindy.bsky.social @jpuglow.bsky.social jpuglow.bsky.social‬ Shifa Saltagi Safadi

My idea of a writer: someone interested in everything. —Susan Sontag #quotes #WritingCommunity

Reading Madeline as a kid mattered to @kdmaz.bsky.social She had cancer and she didn’t know of any other book that showed a little girl – like her - in the hospital. Representation matters. Read more on this week’s Six Questions blog! #kidlit #writers #writing www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

“I would not be an author today, writing about books where children can see themselves- where books can serve as windows, mirrors, and sliding doors- if not for the books that I read.” Thanks for a great discussion @boonewrites.bsky.social & @suma-subramaniam.bsky.social

I love chatting with #kidlit authors about their #writing practices!

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Visiting indie bookshops as an author is pure joy! #writingcommunity #kidlit #pnw

Such a glorious day! Thanks to @brickandmortar024.bsky.social and everyone who came to show support!

The key to being in a great writer? PLAY! Learn more from #kidlit #author Natasha Tripplett here: www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

Hey #teachers and #homeschoolers - Check out this post for some fun activities that connect #stem and language arts learning!

I live in the PNW and write books for curious kids. I’d love to connect with more #writers #librarians #teachers #kidlit creators #parents and #picturebook #authors!

Mary Boone got me to dig deep! Thanks, Mary, for your questions about inspiration, a favorite teacher, & takeaways from our new book, Joan Mitchell Paints a Symphony, with Stacy Innerst! #creativity #inspiration #WomenArtists #abstractart #kidlit

Hey #writers, have any of you done a residency? How was that experience? #writingcommunity #booksky #writesky #writersky

You can’t write a story until you know its heart. Author @lisaljrogers.bsky.social says she can’t find that heart until she emotionally connects to the story. #writing #kidlit www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

Hey #Seattle - Amy, Curtis Manly and I are gathering to celebrate our new #kidlit books March 16 at @brickandmortar024.bsky.social Join us!

The #kidlit #writingcommunity is the best community! ❤️

Want to see a cute #littlefreelibrary? Check out this beauty I discovered in Salt Lake City. #booklover

Taking my vitamins because it’s #womenshistorymonth and there’s no better time to talk about my book, Pedal Pusher!

My first ever @utahhockeyclub.bsky.social match … what a great time! #familyfun #hockey

Want a peek behind the curtain? @lisaanchin.bsky.social stopped by my Six Questions blog to talk about her process and the research that went into creating #illustrations for our new picture book, Pedal Pusher! www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

Hey, my friend @willtaylorbooks.bsky.social is new here. He writes compelling middle-grade books and is weirdly obsessed with longhaired dachshunds. For these reasons alone, you should give him a follow. #writingcommunity

I love #littlefreelibraries and this is one of my favorites. In Tacoma, WA.

Thankful to Joyce for the opportunity to talk about creativity and research.❤️

Such fun to have Maria dive into this book!

Hi Bluesky! School for Wicked Witches Book 2: Wicked Never Waits is out now and waiting to cheer you up with silly Oz-based magical shenanigans for only 8 little dollarrrs 🥳💚🩷

🚴‍♀️✨ #PEDALPUSHER by @boonewrites.bsky.social is out now from @henryholtbooks.bsky.social! 🎉 This #picturebook shares the story of #AnnieCohenKopchovsky, who biked around the globe to prove what women can do—without even knowing how to ride! 🌍 #AvailableNow wherever you buy books! #PubDay

It’s book release day for ME and this picture book beauty! Thanks to @lisaanchin.bsky.social for bringing Pedal Pusher to life in the loveliest way! #writing #kidlit #picturebook

Math + Reading + Louisiana Culture It’s all part of Yumbo Gumbo, a #picturebook by @keilavdawson.bsky.social She stopped by my blog this week to discuss all things #writing www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

Discover @boonewrites.bsky.social's inspiration, fun personal research, & creation of her beautiful new NF bio - Pedal Pusher. www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... @lisaanchin.bsky.social @henryholtbooks.bsky.social #interview #kidlit

The countdown continues! This book, illustrated by Lisa Anchin is about Annie Cohen Kopchovsky, the first woman to bike around the world. It’s also about taking on big challenges, about obstacles, about believing in yourself… And freedom! us.macmillan.com/books/978125...

I’ve got a new picture book releasing Tuesday and I couldn’t be more excited. Illustrator @lisaanchin.bsky.social brought my story to life in the most beautiful way. Here’s more info: us.macmillan.com/books/978125...

Author @ginasoldano.bsky.social stopped by my blog to talk about books and her BIG dream… inspiring the next generation of food rescuers. #kidlit #writing #books www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

SCBWI WWA is hosting this important webinar. Registration is now open. #kidlit #writing #writerscommunity www.scbwi.org/events/red-f...

As a teacher, @tinaathaide.bsky.social knew how important it was for students to see themselves in the stories they read. Her writing journey began with the simple goal of creating more of those stories. www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

I led a Kids Write workshop at my local #publiclibrary and lifted my spirits so much. #kidlit #writing

Travel writer-turned-children’s #author @klovato.bsky.social and I chatted about all things creative. Our conversation is here: www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

Author @swildmansf.bsky.social has two new picture books out. She’s stopped by my Six Questions blog to talk about the inspiration behind them both. www.boonewrites.com/post/six-que...

Such an honor to share some thoughts about #writing and #revising on the #storystorm blog. Thanks to @taralazar.bsky.social for the opportunity! taralazar.com/2025/01/16/s...

When her youngest went off to college, Cindy Williams Schrauben decided it was time for HER to persue her own passions. One of those passions was #writing. Her debut #picturebook was published shortly after her 63rd birthday. Read more here: www.boonewrites.com/blog

Feeling this right now! #writer #writingcommunity #kidlit