Another rejection. And of course, I will never give up, however - to get the same kind of form rejection many times in which an agent says something like “It may not be a fit for me, children’s publishing is so subjective and I’m sure someone else will find it’s the right fit for them.” Onward!

If the Democrats retake Congress this must be on the priority list of legislative initiatives. Yes, Trump will veto it. But signing this bill must be a campaign issue for any 2028 Dem candidate. reason.com/2025/12/17/t...

My post about showing up from my art and my creativity, even though it can be hard, because now is all we have.

Wow!! The goal setting webinar with Anna Conathan @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social was such an energizing splash of creativity and fun and community!! Grateful! Let’s go 2026!! #amwriting

9. The ACLU posted a response to the ruling on Bluesky indicating that trans people should hold off trying to update passports. bsky.app/profile/aclu...

I got another rejection. Let me wallow and whine for a moment. OK moving on. I never thought I’d be working on more than 1 book at a time. I didn’t think my brain could manage it, but as I’ve learned by wiser people than me, I can be querying one and drafting 3 others. What?? Yeah. 🙌🏻 #amwriting

Listening to my author spouse Meg Stone being introduced on Aspire: I Have A Right To Podcast episode that just dropped! Get her book: The Cost of Fear: why most safety advice is sexist and how to stop gender based violence.

Contact your legislators now. Trump is sending troops to Portland, Oregon. action.aclu.org/send-message...

Often writing is the balm I need as I travel the road Alzheimer’s with my mom.

East Somerville. Grateful that this was documented. bsky.app/profile/mari...

This was a hard one. I love dogs so much. They all deserve a home and people that love them.

Reflections from last week’s national sexual assault conference. Including resources for empowerment self-defense for the queer and trans communities.

Being a caregiver or carepartner, comes with such a complexity of emotions that have us often “swirling the drain.” Having a community of folks who understand this is heart saving. And for me, having writing as an outlet, allows for another means of connection that moves me outside of isolation.

My fabulous talented debut author spouse has a great conversation on Author’s Edge. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a...

Sharing some nonbinary queer joy this Tuesday.

Wassup! I’m just here to say that so many times I’ve wanted to give up because I get so close and then a rejection and a rejection and a rejection. But damn, I believe that my book will help someone, a kiddo going through a tough time who needs a laugh and a friend. So, I won’t give up. So don’t you

Please sign and share. This is a community activist from Chicago who was taken by ice. ocadchi.salsalabs.org/freegladis/i...

Sharing this piece about my work as a pediatric healthcare clown. It’s an incredible privilege to engage in playful connections with patients, families and staff. open.substack.com/pub/malmalme...

Tuesday night- important conversation! mobilize.us/s/c2Y3yl

So proud of my amazing spouse and the conversations happening because of her book, The Cost of Fear, by Meg Stone.

Do you need help going to a YES in publishing? We've go the class for you! 👇👇👇 manuscriptacademy.com/product/love... #mswl #mswlma

Today’s ramblings. As my brain twists.

Just got asked to submit a full. So grateful as it’s been a “thanks but no thanks” few months. Deep breaths and gratitude in this moment. #mswl #amquerying #amwriting #nevergiveup

My latest post. Learning to quiet the shoulds so I can live my purpose fully.

I love dogs. open.substack.com/pub/malmalme...

One of the best bookstores, in Chicago, Women and Children First, some queer YA’s are featured. #mswl

Standing room only last night @wcf-uk.bsky.social for my spouse @megstoneimpact.bsky.social new book The Cost of Fear. This bookstore is invaluable!

Monday, March 3, my fantastic author spouse had a launch event for her book at Harvard bookstore in Cambridge. It’s her first book, Beacon press, on contract for two books, and it was standing room only and her book sold out!!! Also

Since I’m new here, I’ll do a #MSWL update soon, but if you’re a querying author, please note that short of some unforeseen circumstance I’m open to queries year-round! I’m looking for adult, YA, and MG projects.

It’s a very big day in our house today, my fabulous, talented, purposeful spouse’s first book launches in bookstores today!! It’s a book that’s definitely needed in this world. Support your local bookstores! Publisher is Beacon press. Her second book comes out next year. I couldn’t be more proud!!

Darn tootin’ helpful attending @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social classes this week! Thank you for all the generous insights! #amquerying