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Lisa Katzenberger

@lisakatzenberger.bsky.social

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Mom of twins #KidLit Author of: A LOVE LETTER TO MY LIBRARY CROC & GATOR: Swamp Ranger School I CAN DO IT EVEN IF I'M SCARED IT BELONGS TO THE WORLD IT WILL BE OK #12x12PB #Insulin4All #T1Dmom https://linktr.ee/lisakatzenberger

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Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jul 13

I haven't accomplished any writing yet this morning, but I did update my website. Check it out to see where I'll be around the #Chicago area in the next few months! #kidlit

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Lisa Katzenberger signing copies of A Love Letter to My Library at the Illinois State Fair on Sunday August 17th

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 26d

Teachers & Librarians! I am giving away one copy of my just-released PB, My Backyard Used to Be, to one U.S.-based teacher or librarian who likes & reposts this by October 1. #kidlit #Edusky #SchoolLibrarian. Themes: history, stewardship, outdoor play.

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Sara F. Shacter @sarashacter.bsky.social · Jul 24

Saw my pals @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social and @adnauman.bsky.social at Dandelion Bookshop I Oak Park, IL!

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Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jul 18

I did not participate -- hope it was helpful to you!

Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jul 16

This is from a publisher perspective, but it's a free industry event about working in publishing that you might find helpful!

bit.ly/4krCb0p

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Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jul 13

Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jul 12

I believe it! You are awesome and doing great work!

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DaVaun Sanders @davaun.bsky.social · Jul 3

A beautiful day for some WORDS! Nudge a writer today who needs a gentle reminder: you are brilliant, worthy, and loved. Regardless of your output, your sales, your followers.

Believe it and lock in 🔥

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Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jul 3

My latest author newsletter is here -- check it out for information on my upcoming events. I'd love to see you at one! #kidlit mailchi.mp/788532d50359...

Summer & Fall Events

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Once Upon a Ban @onceuponaban.bsky.social · Jun 30

With the Mahmoud v. Taylor ruling last week, many of us are left wondering what’s next. We checked back in with author @cswild.bsky.social to get her take on the ruling and where we go from here. #freedomtoread #weneeddiversebooks #kidlit #lgbtqkidlit

I Joyfully Dissent

Author Charlotte Sullivan Wild shares her response to the Mahmoud v. Taylor ruling and where we go from here.

www.onceuponaban.com

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Federico Erebia @federicoerebia.bsky.social · Jul 1

The 2026 Pedro and Daniel Intersectionality Book Awards are open for submissions through 8/31/25.

Two $1500 prizes.

Traditionally Published / Intersectional Protagonist.

For details: bit.ly/RYWawards

#ReadYourWorld #PADIBA #PADIBA2026 #Intersectionality #IntersectionalBooks #WeNeedDiverseBooks

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Cat Winters / C. E. Winters @catwintersbooks.bsky.social · Jul 1

SB 212, which sought to establish "a ratings system for library materials available to young individuals based on appropriateness for different age groups," failed to pass in committee before the Oregon Legislature adjourned.

Our skilled librarians already select age-appropriate books.

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Katherine Locke @katherinelocke.bsky.social · Jun 30

This is a must read. It's great analysis and it's a great piece about what this does mean, and what it doesn't. Importantly, Kelly calls out that schools and teachers should not obey in advance by pulling LGBTQ+ books off the shelves.

Read and share, please!

skellyton bones jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · Jun 30

What does Mahmoud v. Taylor mean for LGBTQ+ books, curriculum, and students in American public schools?

A look at the ruling, its ties to where and how the Establishment Clause is interpreted, the chilling effect this will have, and what we need to be doing.

bookriot.com/supreme-cour...

Supreme Court Says Parents Can "Opt Out" Of Positively-Affirming LGBTQ+ Public School Lessons

Mahmoud vs Taylor asked whether or not parents could opt their children out of public classroom lessons that positively depict LGBTQ+ people.

bookriot.com

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The Horn Book @thehornbook.bsky.social · Jun 30

2025 #Newbery Medal Acceptance by @erinentrada.bsky.social for THE FIRST STATE OF BEING @harperkids.bsky.social: "It’s surreal to be standing here for a second time." www.hbook.com/story/2025-n... #alaac25 #HBMag #ALAYMA @wearealsc.bsky.social @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social

2025 Newbery Medal Acceptance by Erin Entrada Kelly

From the July/August 2025 issue of The Horn Book Magazine: Special Issue: ALA Awards.

www.hbook.com

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MariaK. @mkimwrites.bsky.social · Jun 30

Last day to enter!!

#kidlit#diversebooks#writingcommunity

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Alison Weiss @alioop7.bsky.social · Jun 27

I and a bunch of other incredibly talented folks are doing virtual critiques with SCBWI Eastern New York. If you have a project you're itching for feedback on, don't miss out on this opportunity! www.scbwi.org/events/paid-...

Paid Professional Critiques

The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators provides the resources, professional networking, and community-building opportunities that support writers, illustrators, and translators throug...

www.scbwi.org

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Authors Against Book Bans @authorsabb.bsky.social · Jun 27

Our statement in response to the Supreme Court ruling in Mahmoud v Taylor. Image thread with alt text. 1/4

Today's Supreme Court decision, though couched in the language of freedom and inclusivity, is a tragic failure for both the right to read and the rights of LGBTQIA+ people. Authors Against Book Bans stands firmly and fiercely against the decision and its rationale. To allow parents to "object" to the presence of positive books about the lives and rights of LGBTQIA+ people is to allow them to "object" to the existence of LGBTQIA+ students, parents, educators, and others in the wider community. You cannot “opt out” of reality, no matter what today’s majority opinion states. These books belong on shelves and these stories belong in classrooms and curricula.

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Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jun 26

Have a great time Becky!!

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Betsy Bird @fuse8.bsky.social · Jun 25

This needs to be better known. People are getting fired over picture book displays.

Kyle Lukoff @kylelukoff.bsky.social · Jun 25

Man this sucks so much.

www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/06/chri...

Christian extremists get librarian fired for displaying book about transgender child - LGBTQ Nation

The librarian worked at the location for 15 years before she displayed a trans male author's book.

www.lgbtqnation.com

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Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jun 25

People of Bluesky! Let’s get to know each other better. What is your all time favorite TV Show?

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Susan Wroble @susanwroble.bsky.social · Jun 24

Thanks for that reminder! Just signed up.

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Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jun 24

Congrats!

Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jun 22

Wow, what a great article. Nancy sounds like a gem. Thanks for sharing Harold!

Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jun 22

Here is an old-timey telephone system. It was on display at a local museum of what used to be a one-room schoolhouse built in 1925 in Darien, Illinois.

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Bill Prady @billprady.com · Jun 21

Look, I’m not particularly a Harvard booster, but this is the start of a damn cure for type one diabetes.

This is the kind of research Trump has killed.

www.nytimes.com/2025/06/20/h...

People With Severe Diabetes Are Cured in Small Trial of New Drug

www.nytimes.com

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Lisa Katzenberger @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social · Jun 20

My family loves doing escape rooms! This is the first one I did with just the teens and no Dad, and I was a bit worried at first. But we made it out!

Three people celebrating an escape room win.