This dandelion at dusk reminds me to spread seeds of hope. My favorite books have been friends in dark times. While novels must have conflict, I return to ones where love and determination make the lives of the main characters and their worlds better by the end. #booksky #photography #hope

This class on finding the hook of a novel taught by editor Raqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social was gold! So many concrete examples of great hooks from well known novels and interactive exercises to work on our own pitches. #writingworkshop

When the world weighs too heavy on my brain, I read books. So grateful for the beauty in Renée Watson #YA #poetry collection: Black Girl You Are Atlas by Renee Watson, illustrated with gorgeous multi-media art by Ekua Holmes. The perfect combo of celebration, remembrance, and hope. #kidlit #booksky

So grateful for @manuscriptwishlist.bsky.social's Summer Academy: Insightful & interactive writing workshops. Line edit reviews of queries & pages by agents @ericsmithrocks.bsky.social & @alicespeilburg.bsky.social. Best of all, great critiques by new writing friends! #writingcommunity

I am loving #aarzuallaround, a #mg novel-in-verse about a spunky girl who saves money in an unexpected way to help her sister get medical treatment. @marziehabbas.bsky.social pulls heartstrings while also incorporating details about Pakistani food and culture in innovative poetry. #kidlit

Oh my goodness, I found the honesty of literary agent @joycekay.bsky.social on @bethandlisapod.bsky.social so refreshing. Episode full of industry insights. If you are writer, tune in.

I’m hiring an editorial assistant! Position will report to me and the director of our Graphic Novel program. You will get to work on childrens and our New Adult imprint. Apply here: jobs.jobvite.com/hachette-boo...

I have learned so much from these opening pages workshops!

In the mist, the past looms so large, so stretched and distorted, it might belong to a creature from Mars, not myself. Perhaps that makes it easier to step forward into uncertainty. To dare facing past’s future: today. #writesky #writersnotebook #writingprompt

When flowers reflect the sunlight, my eyes burn. #showmesomething #yellow

Hi everyone! Today’s photo challenge theme is YELLOW—bright, bold, golden, or soft like sunshine. Show me your take on it! Repost w/ a quote & send back a photo of your own of ANYTHING related to yellow for a follow and likes on your posts. 🟡🟡🟡🟡🟡 #photography #challenge #yellow #ShowMeSomething

🎉Updated #BlueSkyArtShowsss list is here!✨ My most comprehensive list so far. **Comment below if I've made an error, typo or omission - or if you have an art challenge to add - especially any non-English language. (*Please include the host name if you know it) Thanks!🙏🏻 💥Have fun and get messy!!

Blue Sky reflecting on Fairy Stone Lake. Blue rippled with green. Because isn't life that way. #photography #showmesomething #blue

#anythinggreen Summer lights our Appalachian country roads with many layers of lush green. #photography

I learned so much @sandraproudman.bsky.social's critique during an SCBWI event. She turned in her critique a week ahead of a deadline to allow me time to formulate questions for our call. What an opportunity to learn from a stellar author and agent while helping a family to safety! #writingcommunity

Querytracker doesn't let me thank agents who give insightful feedback in rejections....So, thank you to the agents who've made my writing stronger the past two years. I also appreciate the agents who've said why they can't add me to their list right now. What gifts! #writingcommunity #querying

This is one of my favorite writing podcasts. I admire the hosts honesty about the publishing industry. Their interviews are stellar and informative. A wonderful resource for the serious writer/author. #writingcommunity

I love freebies! What a great book concept. Can't wait to read.

This is great advice. I need to remember to do this.

I love the spooky vibes of this #mg novel, The Lonely Below by @mxgee.bsky.social, where the main character encounters ghosts living in her boarding school. The ending surprised me, making me reimagine the book’s villain and re-examine US Southern history. #writingcommunity #books #bookreview

Thanks so much, Kristine! What a nice review!!! It was such a great group, and I loved @inkedvoices.bsky.social - such a fabulous resource for authors.

I live in Floyd, a small town in rural Virginia that predominantly votes Republican. This pic shows the turnout on one corner of our one-stoplight-town for #nokings day. Despite the threat of a stormy sky, my neighbors showed up because of the political storm wrecking the lives of so many.

Just checked and there are still slots available to pitch to me over Zoom at the Writing Day Workshop this Saturday, June 14! Open to all genres but especially seeking nonfiction and YA! californiawritingwor...

Well, I have had great luck meeting new writing friends on @bsky.app as well as @inkedvoices.bsky.social !

#ComJunity | 10 Umm. Hi! 👋 😂 (I keep telling the rest of my English dept. to start writing, but alas, they are more book club aficionados.)

Searched through my manuscript for "nightmare" from @wipsnips.bsky.social July 10th prompt. Found this: "I know they’re claws!” I’m stuck in the worst nightmare ever. My huge, scaly hands hit the side of my head. “Wake up!” #writingcommunity #writingprompts #writesky #WIPSnips

Love this #wipsnips “nightmare.” Going to try and post a line from one of my books today. Hope to read yours. #writingcommunity

Book deal announcement! 🔥🔥🔥 My very first sale as an agent: @millieabecassis.com's alt-history sapphic fantasy has been acquired by Row House! Sooo proud of Millie and can't wait for you all to be able to read this beautiful book!

What a great #kidlit free opportunity for #writingcommunity!

Fellow Novelists: Check out this upcoming #YA and adult opening pages writing workshop with literary agent @annmrose.bsky.social from Tobias agency. I've found the @inkedvoices.bsky.social opening page workshops to be transformative! MFA level. #writingcommunity #writingworkshop

navigating the river of my thoughts kayak springs a leak #DailyHaikuPrompt (river) #haiku

I love this newsletter for writers: @katemckean.bsky.social . One of my fav reads in my email.

Okay. I am totally joining this. What a great idea! Hope yo see my talented writer friends there, too!

Show me your love confessions that don't say "I love you" From THE DEVOURING. 🥰

I loved the lively discussions at the Agents and Editors Day @scbwisfneb.bsky.social. I learned so much in this affordable online writing workshop. Great presentations too. Took lots of notes. #writingworkshop #amwriting #writingcommunity

Oh my goodness, just finished with literary agent's @allidh.bsky.social stellar writing workshop through @inkedvoices.bsky.social. Alli provided the best discussion prompts, offered deep insights into our manuscripts, and answered our many burning questions. #writing #revising #writingcommunity

This #YA #historical #fantasy packs some serious punch. I love strong female characters like Lola, who stand up for what's right. A masterclass on writing details of place and person. Love the audiobook's narration. @sandraproudman.bsky.social

I am so excited to attend this plot seminar tonight at @inkedvoices.bsky.social !

Thanks for an insightful virtual Agents and Editors Day! Coordinators encouraged us to set intention for workshop. Mine: Be open to unexpected lessons. Mission accomplished. I learned about agency broiler plate contracts and that a manuscript can be co-edited by US and UK editors. #writingcommunity

This is one of the best writing articles I've read on substack. Actionable ideas to rejuvenate the middle. Just subscribed!

So grateful for the insights that the middle-grade class from Blue Mountain School provide during our weekly discussions of my sci-fi novel-in-verse, Crushed, about a girl who travels through wormholes found in stacks of junk. #writingcommunity #wip

Opening #AskKidLit for any takers. I'd love to answer your pressing publishing questions.

✨SAL Launch Events!✨ Save the date and come see me if you can!! I’ll also have a virtual launch on 5/20! Registration links on my website: writesandrawrite.com 🥰

I joined #chaospit late but loved all the innovative ideas and creative interchanges. Always good to meet new writing friends!

What a clever way to describe the main character!

Seeking adventure? Mayhem? A place to hide your illegal magic supplies? Join the BLACKBLOOD today! We have magic, we have lesbians, we have enbies stowing away in our cargo while on the run! Available now! Need more convincing? Here are a few unhinged AO3 tags to describe us. #chaospit #p #ya #f

Is 13-yr-old Jasmine really finding wormholes to parallel universes in moldy cardboard boxes or is the black mold causing hallucinations and hearing loss? #STEM #MG #sci-fi #chaospit

Y'all gonna love this magical lacrosse team captain!