Cat Clinging To Side Of Christmas Tree Admits That Was Extent Of Plan https://theonion.com/cat-clinging-to-side-of-christmas-tree-admits-that-was-1849899567/

This post is packed with awesomeness! 💗 🎉2026 #PBParty contest dates! 🎉PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train happening NOW 🎉Celebrate Guest Crit Master @sylviaichen.bsky.social 🎉Huge giveaway! 🎉Tips for writing a new PB draft 🎉Holiday critique specials mindyalyseweiss.com/critique-tra...

"Hey, Marge, let's go on a cruise..." 🦉🦉 www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

If you're not following this account, you should be. It's a breath of fresh air and a fountain of #pb #kidlit ideas 😊

Garden & outdoorsy folk, please spread this news: The great people at Monarch Watch have a program where schools, nonprofits & large restoration projects can apply for FREE MILKWEED (only thing Monarch caterpillars eat, can't have too much of it IMO). Check it out! monarchwatch.org/bring-back-t...

Registration closes tomorrow! Don't miss out on this great opportunity to learn and network in beautiful Savannah. www.scbwi.org/events/illus...

🔥 WATCH: “Republicans in Congress cut all THIS (Medicaid, SNAP) so they could pay for THAT (tax cuts for the rich)… follow the money.” @warnock.senate.gov joins Coach Sully to use the cups to show who Republicans are really fighting for — the richest among us.

So cool!

Genius

I'm editing an anthology about unlikable characters and seeking work from younger writers, 15-21. If you know of one such writer who might want to submit their work for consideration, please share this call for submissions: audacity.substack.com/p/acquired-t...

@cherylklein.bsky.social , wait till he reads Gregor the Overlander. Even I couldn't kill a cockroach for years after that.🙄

This is hilarious! I, too, have read this book 4,000 times.

🕯️❄️🎁 Sharing this #holiday #writing #contest with my kidlit friends. Entries are due by Nov. 30th. Hope you’ll join me in entering!

Yay, Amanda!!!!!!

A new form of hide and seek? 😆🐾 Sounds like a good setting for a #kidlit story! www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

You go, Frankie! www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

Can't wait to see this panel! #kidlit #scbwi

Due to an overwhelming response, we're making virtual passes available for "History Has Its Eyes On Us" on November 18. Join me, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and @hcrichardson.bsky.social for a conversation about the history we're living through and how we can all shape our country's future. bit.ly/OT-LV

A meal bundle for the budget-conscious family at the holidays: $40 for a 10-person meal, including a 14lb Jennie-O® turkey, rolls, cranberry sauce, mac & cheese, mashed potatoes & gravy, sweet potato casserole, green bean casserole, stuffing & pumpkin pie www.aldi.us/products/tha...

It's going to be great!

Want your writing to be clear, concise and conversational? Here's a free, updated, 53-minute webinar of me sharing 10 tips to cut fluff from your copy. If your work gets sleeker as a result, consider buying one of my books. lnkd.in/gnu-kiJY #copyediting #kidlit #editing #revision #megakidlit

It's #WorldJellyfishDay ?! How about the crown jelly, Cephea cephea, from @montereybayaquarium.org?

Technically, this is a book of spells.

Missing Istanbul. It was a magical, fascinating place to visit. #travel #istanbul

I have a #PB manuscript about a boogie boarding sting ray. #kidlit Seemed far-fetched until this : www.nytimes.com/2025/10/18/s...

This! It's about the for-profit model of caring for your health. Other countries actually put health over profit.

Interested in learning the ins and outs of children's publishing from local authors and illustrators? Come check out this free in-person Q&A in November 15 at the Sharon Forks Library in Cumming, GA. www.forsythpl.org/event/14661946 @scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social #kidlit

GEORGIANS — PLEASE VOTE IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION ELECTION!!!

Start listening and looking for stories about a company called iHerb. Dr. Oz is a huge investor.

This is my all time favorite movie line 😆

Such a breath of fresh air!

Two more months until this writing intensive! I cannot wait!! Be sure to reserve your seat soon!

This is Leo. He is patiently waiting for this guy to throw the ball. Gonna be here a while. 13/10 (TT: twogoldenleos)

What she said... Go take the survey, and, yes, my tax dollars should support this program.

If you enjoy… Weekends Safe working conditions Retirement benefits Paid vacations Breaks at work Sick leave Paid holidays … then you’re part of the labor movement. Happy Labor Day.

Registration is now open for our Savannah Illustration Intensive! We have a children’s illustration agent attending in person! Kelly Pelsue with MorganGaynin.com & we have 3 intense workshops to choose from in the afternoon! www.scbwi.org/events/illus...

Amen!

Worth the read!

If any of my followers and friends live in N. Fulton or Cherokee counties, there's an important runoff on Sept. 23. It's a chance to flip a state Senate seat. Please vote! #georgia Debra Shigley for Georgia State Senate - District 21 share.google/4UPWSBwlIUw7...

Click through, especially if you've ever worked to design a website, or if you're a graphic designer.

#kidlit friends who write #NF... can't wait to see this ginormous froggy parent in your book!

So excited to read this book!

Not saying anyone should do this but, you know, if you have the means...

People are constantly asking me — what can I do? Between now and the 2026 midterm elections, here are five practical steps you can take to make a difference.

For those of you in the #KidLit community, here is a unique opportunity if you are currently unpublished and unagented! www.keepwritingkidlit.com/be-interview... #AmWriting #SCBWI #12x12

Are you up for the challenge?! L@@K at the amazing prizes!!! 😍 #KidLit #SCBWI #AmWriting #KidLitChuckleChallenge

Interested in learning more about Kickstarter? Check out this informative webinar hosted by our talented IC Jime Wimmer! @prettylines.bsky.social @scbwi.bsky.social