I have to give myself at least a few days, sometimes several weeks, before I can see a work-in-progress with fresh eyes. I wish there was a quicker way! I've also found Word's immersive reader feature helpful. It slows down my reading so I can catch small mistakes. #kidlitchat

Prepping for next week's summer kickoff! Once the cones are added, this will be our Tricera-toss game. Kudos to my colleague for the great idea! #S@YL #SummerReading #Libraries

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I'm currently reading The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest. I'm not sure what else is on my summer reading list, but I'm sure there will be much more MG! #kidlitchat

Looking forward to wearing my summer library T-shirt! #library #reading #booksky

Finding the perfect patch of sunlight is a never-ending task. #cats #sunshine

Someone on Bluesky recently recommended this book and I wholeheartedy second that recommendation! #booksky #kidlit

Libraries help debuts and midlist authors have careers. If people had to pay money for every book they wanted to read, they'd buy a lot fewer books, and they'd likely stick with what they already knew. Borrowing from the library lets you try new authors for free. Then you can buy what you love.

Some libraries have cats. Mine has baby foxes. 🦊

My very thoughtful coworker noticed my sunflower plant struggling and bought this lovely planter to help it out. How can my sunflower resist? 🌻

My current library haul. Weekends are for reading (and writing). #booksky #kidlit

An overnight trip surrounded by farmland turned into a writing retreat of sorts. When the muse strikes... #inspiration #WIP

Happy May Day! My library coworkers are so talented and created this lovely May basket. #MayDay #Spring

Sun, Moon, and Star: A Folktale from Korea is a gorgeous new picture book by Nancy So Miller. The cut paper illustrations had me studying the intricacy and beauty of each page. #kidlit

I love how Artemis II inspired not just those in the scientific community but so many creatives too! 🌌🚀

Excited to see my short story "Marshmallow Challenge" in the March issue of Cadet Quest Magazine! #kidlit

Also, a discussion on working with schools and libraries. (As a librarian, I'm obligated to suggest this topic.) #kidlitchat

These topics may have already been discussed, but I would love more book recommendations about writing, publishing, etc. I'd also love a discussion on navigating feedback when it takes your work in a direction you perhaps weren't considering. #kidlitchat

It's a good morning for pondering. #calm #reflection

Here's a wonderful opportunity to win a free critique from @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social!

I saw this little free library and went looking for books but found seeds instead. What a great idea! 🌱

Happy Birthday to #kidlit #illustrator Diana Toledano www.diana-toledano.com 🎉🎉🎉🎉

I'll be forever grateful to the MGHub Pitch Party for helping me find my amazing agent. If you are a children's author seeking representation, I highly recommend participating. #kidlit

When coming up with character names, I tend to start with placeholders, just something to help me create a basic outline and maybe draft the first chapter. Then, as I'm writing, more meaningful names will gradually come to me. Interestingly, project names usually come much more easily. #kidlitchat

Carly spreading joy. Because library staff need therapy dogs too. #specialvisitor

Did anyone else read All the Blues in the Sky? Such a powerful, beautiful novel. I was happy to see this and so many other novels in verse receive awards. #kidlitchat

I always enjoy watching the Youth Media Awards. When I first started as a children's librarian, my coworkers and I would read and discuss MG novels thoughout the year and hold a mock Newbery vote each January. Good memories! #kidlitchat

Here's the full roster of the new ALA YMA winners (Newbery, Caldecott, etc.) including a collection of behind-the-scenes info with interviews, videos, and reviews of some of the titles. #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2026/01/27/a...

Grateful that today was a snow day and I could stay home and watch the ALA Youth Media Awards. Congrats to all the winners! #kidlit

This friend was in our tree all night. Does anyone know what type of bird he is? And no, he didn't seem to mind the snow piling up on his head! #birdofprey

This sounds like my perfect day! #kidlit

My work tends to be quiet and reflective with a speculative twist. It's what I most enjoy reading so I guess it makes sense it's what I most enjoy writing too! #kidlitchat

I'm so excited to share my partnership with the amazing @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social of Bradford Literary Agency! I know there's still a great deal of work ahead, but for now, you'll find me somewhere in the clouds! #literaryagent #kidlit #joy

My biggest takeaway from this book - make sure you know what type of conversation you're having. (It's not always as easy as it sounds!) #supercommunicators #booksky

This reminded me of how much I am looking forward to summer (and spring)! #sunshine #warmth #kidlit

So many favorites from my childhood being published anew. ❤️ #kidlit #booksky

Is anyone else getting excited for the Youth Media Awards?! #kidlit

Happy New Year, everyone! May all your writing dreams come true. #kidlit

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A MG story where stuffed animals are living beings with emotionally rich inner lives? Yes, please! A timely, beautiful novel about the kindness and resilience of people (and stuffies) even after the hardships of war. #kidlit #booksky

A sweet story for a cold winter's day. Made me want to snuggle under a cozy blanket and brew a hot cup of tea. 🍵 #teaislove #kidlit

MERRY CHRISTMAS!! 🎄✨ Hope you all have a wonderful holiday with family and loved ones, and ring in a happy new year! #kidlit #kidlitart

Good reminder this holiday season. #kidlitart #thankfulness

An in-person meet-up with my amazing critique group was just what I needed after a long week. #grateful #writingfriends

When I read the subtitle, I had to pick up this book. Definitely the most entertaining guide to punctuation I've come across! #writing #punctuation #doomed

If your "check engine" light comes on, make sure your gas cap isn't just loose. It could save you hundreds of dollars. 🙄

Who knew that the lyricism of car mechanics could so perfectly reflect grief and the longing to belong? Beautifully written novel in verse. I couldn't put this one down. #kidlit #booksky

I may not finish an entire novel in the month of November, but I've written 10,000 words of my new MG project. I think that calls for a celebratory slice of cherry pie. #amwriting #kidlit #pie

❤️ this story! Also ❤️ how it is inspiring my latest WIP! #amwriting #kidlit

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