What are you reading this summer?

On a roadtrip, we passed a community of houses that all looked the same. My daughter said “It could be in A Wrinkle in Time.” Proud Momma moment! #summerreading

Do your stories start as daydreams? #kidlit #daydreams

Spring at #CallawayGardens

Quick #roadtrip to breathe in nature and reset creativity.

I am more surprised when librarians are not funny - anyway fine collection here: 20+ Times Librarians Surprised Everyone With Their Sense Of Humor https://buff.ly/2sf6dzH #ThursdayThoughts

Looking for a kidlit critique group or hoping for one that better aligns with your interests? The Kidlit 2025 Critique Match is here: forms.gle/HsoHLUbQnMEH...

Happy #nationallibraryweek ! Libraries are essential! This week, why not use your @5calls.org to tell your congressperson to supports IMLS (libraries & museums)? 🙏

Excited to announce our 3rd annual MGHub Off-Social-Media pitching event for all ages of kidlit: PB / CB / MG / YA Click to learn more… #mglit #kidlit #pitch

Boosting! Read below for how to win a #KidLitCritiqueDay giveaway! Good luck participants! #giveaway #kidlit #amwriting #critique

#KidLitCritiqueDay is here! To enter to win one of the critiques @kidlitjenny.bsky.social is hosting, go to her original post and: like comment repost You must do all three! Below is the giveaway from yours truly. Good luck everyone!

Here’s another #KidLitCritiqueDay giveaway! Laura Bontje is offering a critique on a picture book that is in prose or rhyme and up to 1,000 words long. To enter like, comment, and repost. Must do all three. Good luck! @LauraBontje

Time for a #KidLitCritiqueDay giveaway! Lisa Katzenberger is offering a critique on a non-rhyming fiction picture book with 1,000 words or less. To enter like, comment, and repost this post. You must do all three. Good luck! @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social

This is a pinnable post for the #KidLitMegaFeed, a collab (multiple curated #KidLit lists). Admins: @boringstorybook.com @charlenedraws.bsky.social @debbieohi.com. READ THIS re: how to be added, how to post. Pls: 📌Save/pin the feed if you enjoy 🔁Repost to share bsky.app/profile/debb...

I know I’m late to the party here, but does anyone else get upset at the prince’s treatment of library books in the Wicked film? I mean, does he have to stomp on them???

I need coffee before beginning March's draft, but I am excited to start a new story. #12x12 #kidlit #pb

It seems to be the time of year for some great writing contests. Did you enter any?

TOPIC: Let's talk process. Do you start at the beginning of ideas and power through? Do you just work on whatever hits your mind? Are you a plotter or a pantser? Spill the beans (and give tips) here at #kidlitchat

In my former role, I marketed and played many board games. I still love a good game! Describe your WIP in emojis, and we can try to guess. No hints! Mine is... 👦🏽🚲🚌 #kidlit

Any ideas on how to keep myself busy during the #PBParty waiting period? I truly appreciate the judges. Over 1,000 entries to get through in about a month!

I just finished my #PBParty entry. Why do I feel like I applied to college? Whew, the nerves are firing!

Going back and watching some writing classes from the past. I'm hoping that it positions me well for the new year. I am always inspired by these brilliant author teachers. #kidlit

The Nutcracker never disappoints but this year’s Clara and Prince were truly special. I took my daughter once years ago and she declared it a tradition. So…

My Japanese maple ate the sunset. 🌅

Writing at the end of the year… #holidays #kidlit

It's been difficult to write lately. We had a pipe burst in our kitchen. Back after 2 mos in a temporary home, I'm grateful for the updates. And also, empty cabinets and boxes clutter my mind. Hoping this iced coffee helps. And yes, it’s a Star Wars glass.☕✨✍️📚 #kidlit #morningcoffee #timetowrite

@boringstory.bsky.social Would you please add me to the Kidlit Community list?

If you're a #picturebook creator, you need an awesome pitch! Download THE PICTURE BOOK SUMMIT PITCH FORMULA for free! Get our Founders' tips for writing the perfect picture book pitch. Free template included! picturebooksummit.com/pitch-formula #kidlit #kidlitart #amquerying #querytip #pbsummit

What's better than a FREE #webinar? Sign up for our email list and get access to our #12x12PB webinar, "WELL READ: Creating Stories That Read Aloud Well," with @matthewcwinner! https://buff.ly/3rY32vt #amwriting

Happy Friday, #kidlit! In case you missed it, Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen have an absolutely fascinating Substack exploring the art and text of picture books. So highly recommended for the insights and the joy of being in their company every week. lookingatpicturebooks.substack.com

I'll be doing another 'how to use BlueSky' talk, this time with @scbwicanadaeast.bsky.social on Oct 26! It's free to attend, pls register on the site: www.scbwi.org/events/bluesky #kidlit #scbwi

Next Wednesday! Spread the word. boringstorybook.com/skypitch/ #kidlit #pitchparty #picturebooks

TOPIC: Life happens. Or sometimes you just get overwhelmed. How do you disengage when you need to--and how do you get yourself back on track after a break? #kidlitchat

voice rich as cocoa inner song shared with many now sings from above #haiku #haikuSaturday