Want your stories to connect with readers on a deeper level? Jessixa Bagley’s 6-week class on authentic writing begins Sept 16. Spots are limited. Register: courage.thewritingbarn.com/authenticity...

Always love Industry Engagement Day that The Writing Barn's Courage to Create community hosts! Learning so much from all these pitch critiques! @thewritingbarn.bsky.social @ctcwriters.bsky.social

Terrific morning start @thewritingbarn.bsky.social with #PH #WBPITCH.Thx to all involved!

Psst! I’m doing a webinar Saturday! Do you want to come? thewritingbarn.com/class/fact-m...

There’s space in the market for your nonfiction work! 📚💭 Join these talented NF writers for a FREE event next Monday to remind authors that nonfiction IS making sales, getting people agented and thriving in the writing community! Register here: thewritingbarn.com/class/a-nigh...

Congratulation to Karla Sy whose debut PB was picked up by Beaming Books!🥳🎉 In this interview she discusses how WB aided in her literary journey for STRONG AS A LION, the importance of community and her boost of confidence in her writing. Read more about it here: thewritingbarn.com/writing-barn...

"Heavy" topics for children are complex but necessary. TOMORROW: Join @casahasegawa.bsky.social to for an honest conversation on these stories + current market for them. *PLUS submission opps available to ALL registrants! Register Here: thewritingbarn.com/class/yes-yo...

Find yourself wondering what makes a book successful? 📚👀 Author Candy Wellins will be teaching our Tried and True Topics in PB to spot what makes a book stand out and how to incorporate those techniques in your own WIP. Register here: thewritingbarn.com/class/craft-...

Start your Spring by cleaning up your WIPs with our upcoming WSS programs for NF and PB writers! 🌷✨ These quotes from former students discuss the camaraderie, insightful one-on-one feedback and progress they were able to accomplish in the program. Apply by 04/20: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Only 2 spots left! 📣 Join instructor @marciecolleen.bsky.social for 6-months of drafting, deadlines, goals, support, feedback and MORE. **Applications close on 4/20. Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

April is for watering the seeds of our future success! 💧🌱 This month we have two exciting webinars and our spring Write. Submit. Support. for PB/Chapter Book and Nonfiction sessions. Check out our classes at: www.thewritingbarn.com/classes

It’s time for another exciting Sunday Shoutout! 📣 This time we’re celebrating Verge member, Christal Presley’s NF PB getting acquired by Carter Hasegawa. This beautiful story is set for publication in Fall 2027.

Cheers to Melissa Koch on her exciting news! 🎊🙌 Her picture book STONE BY STONE: A ROCK’S JOURNEY THROUGH TIME is set for release in 2026. Read the full interview here: thewritingbarn.com/writing-barn...

Each of our creative journeys is unique and difficult, but there are so many good programs available to help. @thewritingbarn.bsky.social had the resources I needed at a crisis point in my #kidlit career recently--which led to a very happy outcome! thewritingbarn.com/writing-barn...

Let’s talk about sensitive topics in kidlit. 💬 Join agent, and former editor, Carter Hasegawa for a craft webinar that delves into the many ways writers can address tough topics, how to understand your audience, the current market and more! Sign up here: thewritingbarn.com/class/yes-yo...

This Sunday we’re shouting out, Verge and CTC member, Ann McCallum Staats on signing with Jennifer Unter at the Unter Agency! 🎉 We’re so excited for you. Stay tuned for a WB success story interview coming soon. 🙌

Discover how to unleash your writing superpowers! ⚡️ Join Executive Editor, Melissa Manlove, for a 90 minute industry webinar (3/29) and find out all the ways that you could stand out in this ever tightening publishing market. Sign up here: courage.thewritingbarn.com/wb-writing-i...

Congratulations to @bonnieadamson.com on signing with her dream agent, Sara Crowe of @saracrowelit.bsky.social! 🎉 Learn more about her literary journey, leading up to this exciting milestone met, here: thewritingbarn.com/writing-barn...

Join executive editor Melissa Manlove for a webinar that’s all about discovering where your story fits into the wider market + how you’ll craft a pitch that captures the attention of industry professionals everywhere. Sign up here: courage.thewritingbarn.com/wb-writing-i...

Spring forward in your writing goals this year! 🌻✍️ We know that structure and accountability isn’t always easy, but with WSS you’ll find out what structurally works best for you as you strengthen your drafts AND nourish your literary life. Apply now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Come join me at the @thewritingbarn.bsky.social April 10th to discuss writing picture books with "heavy" themes #kidlit #picturebooks #writingcraft

Only 2 spots left! 📣 If you're ready to take your novel draft to the next level, join award-winning author @davidbowles.us for Write. Submit. Support. for Novelists. There’ll be: ✍️ Deadlines ✍️ Critiques ✍️ Feedback ✍️ Community & MORE! Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Congratulations to our friend @safajarwrites.bsky.social who’s upcoming picture book biography ALBERTO SALAS PLAYS PAKA PAKA CON LA PAPA is now an Amazon Editor Best Book of the Month for March! 🎉 Pre-order your copy here: www.bookpeople.com/book/9781250...

A huge thank you to @bethanyhegedus.bsky.social at the @thewritingbarn.bsky.social for hosting STUCK! The Story of La Brea Tar Pits #bookbirthday yesterday. I’m still glowing.

Take a look at these new budding book releases! 🌷 Get up to date this Spring with the new book releases from WB friends and family to add to your must-read list. Hint hint: we’ll be celebrating one of the books mentioned tomorrow at 11am CST! Read the blog here: thewritingbarn.com/new-2025-boo...

It’s no secret that Rob Sanders is a master of style & substance! ✨ In his upcoming six-session course, Rob will cover many of the essential ingredients needed for students to leave this class with a draft they’re proud of. Sign up here: courage.thewritingbarn.com/pb-bios-i-st...

So excited to see everyone at the book launch this Saturday! ✨

Happy book birthday to IF I COULD CHOOSE A BEST DAY: POEMS OF POSSIBILITY, with poems selected by @charleswaters.bsky.social and Irene Latham and stunning illustrations from Olivia Sua. We had a wonderful book launch yesterday, hosted by @thewritingbarn.bsky.social @candlewickpress.bsky.social

Happy book birthday to IF I COULD CHOOSE A BEST DAY: POEMS OF HOPE AND POSSIBILITY! 🥳 Thank you to all who showed up to celebrate with us at yesterday’s poetry reading. Poems selected by poets @charleswaters.bsky.social & Irene Latham. Purchase your copy here: www.bookpeople.com/book/9781536...

We’re shouting out our dear friend, Gloria Amescua, whose upcoming book received a great review from Kirkus! 📣🙌 ABUELITA’S SONG is a bilingual story that celebrates family & the music that connects us all. Gloria worked on this beautiful story throughout Perfecting the PB I & II, and in WSS!

Ready to master your craft this month? Well, you’re in luck! 🍀 Our March programming is perfect for writers at all stages of PLUS we have some incredibly fun FREE events happening as well. Learn more about our classes here: thewritingbarn.com/upcoming-cla...

Missed out on our Industry Engagement Day? No problem! 😉 Until March 1st, we’re offering the FULL event replay + all 10 submission opportunities for sale to anyone who couldn’t attend live. Purchase the replay here: courage.thewritingbarn.com/industry-day...

Congratulations to Molly Golden for her recently released PB! 📚 Molly joined us for a Success Story on her new book BECOMING REAL: THE TRUE STORY OF THE VELVETEEN RABBIT to discuss the book and her literary journey. Read more about it here: thewritingbarn.com/wb-success-s...

Join Joyce Uglow for a FREE Virtual Book Launch next Saturday 3/8! 🐅📚 Joyce's upcoming new book release STUCK! THE STORY OF LA BREA TAR PITS will be celebrated with a reading, a description of the picture book's journey and a Q&A. Register here: thewritingbarn.com/class/free-p...

Enjoying @thewritingbarn.bsky.social's Industry Engagement Day — learning so much about what makes a great pitch and what things specific agents and editors gravitate to (and avoid!), on topics as diverse as pickles, ballet and vampires! #WBIE

My first post on BlueSky - celebrating the awesome insights learned from the Writing Barn Industry Engagement Day #WBIE @thewritingbarn.bsky.social

Always forget to add the tag! Wonderful event. Industry insights @thewritingbarn.bsky.social #WBIE

Excited to participate in @thewritingbarn.bsky.social Industry Engagement Day! #WBIE

Wow, wow, so many extraordinary #picturebook pitches so far on the @thewritingbarn.bsky.social industry engagement day! Looking forward to the next 3 panels & catching up on the replays. Vibing with voice on this Super Saturday! #WBIE #kidlit #amwriting #amquerying

Our February Industry Engagement day has begun! 📣 Who’s excited to dive deeper into the ever-evolving industry? #WBIE

Our final agent spotlight is here! 📣 Agent Nicole Tugeau will be joining us tomorrow at 3:15pm CT for our Market Takeaways & Analysis (last) panel where she'll be discussing the industry and art of the pitch alongside other panelists. Sign up for #WBIE: thewritingbarn.regfox.com/february-202...

Celebrate Read Across America Day with a FREE Poetry Reading! ✨ On March 3rd, join Irene Latham, Charles Waters and 17 of the featured poets for a reading of IF I COULD CHOOSE A BEST DAY: POEMS OF POSSIBILITY. Register here: thewritingbarn.com/class/free-p...

Hear from Editor Lydia Abel at our Industry Engagement Day THIS Saturday! ⭐️ Lydia’s interest include books that illuminate stories that have been previously overlooked, such as women & people of color who have contributed to science and history. Learn more now: thewritingbarn.com/class/indust...

We’re hosting an IG live with Carmen Oliver for a Q&A this Thursday! 📣 Join us at 12PM CST to ask instructor Carmen questions about her upcoming Perfecting the Picture Book II course, what to expect and which writers should attend. Learn more the class here: thewritingbarn.com/class/perfec...

Catch top Agent Susan Hawk NEXT Saturday! 💫 Susan will be attending our Novels and Nonfiction panel on our Industry Engagement Day on 2/22. Writers will be able to watch agents and editors give insightful feedback on pitches. Register here: thewritingbarn.regfox.com/february-202...

It’s otter madness just how much we appreciate our writers! 🦦✨ Enjoy these helpful writing tools for writers in need of sparking their creativity. Organize your story details or get your stream of imagination flowing with fun writing prompts! Check them out here: drive.google.com/drive/folder...

Let’s turn the spotlight to Agent Kade Dishmon! ✨ Kade will be attending our Novels and Nonfiction panel at our Industry Engagement Day on 2/22 where writers are able to gain insightful knowledge on the industry. Register here: thewritingbarn.regfox.com/february-202...

Send us your burning questions!🔥 Write. Submit. Support. instructor Marcie Colleen will be joining us for a Q&A on our IG Live this Thursday (2/13) at 12:00pm CT. From WSS to her upcoming work, comment or DM us any questions you’d like her to answer. IG: @/thewritingbarn 📷

Self care can be done in more ways than one and being your most creative self can help you flourish! ✨ Exercising your creativity everyday not only helps overcoming writer's block and improve emotional health but also brings community together.