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Author Padma Venkatraman @padmatv.bsky.social · 3d

If you want to support #FreeSpeech, scan the barcode below to donate a banned book.
#BornBehindBars is on #BannedWagon this year!
#BannedWagonBooks #BannedBooksWeek
#BannedBooksWeek2025
@penguinschoollib.bsky.social @nancyrosep.bsky.social @amandagorman.bsky.social @jacquelinewoods.bsky.social

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Lydia Lukidis @lydialukidis.bsky.social · 4d

Hey #FallWritingFrenzy people, it's a success story with @adamdblackman.bsky.social!
Check it out here:
lydialukidis.wordpress.com/2025/10/08/a...

#kidlit #amreading #amwriting #FWF #writing #books #stories #contests

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · 17d

#Teachers! Check out this great opportunity to bring writers to your classrooms!

lambdaliterary.org/lgbtq-writer...

LGBTQ Writers in Schools

Since 2015, Lambda Literary and the NYC Department of Education have worked together to bring LGBTQ+ writers into classrooms across New York City. The LGBTQ Writers in Schools Program provides critica...

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · 17d

Calling #pb authors & illustrators. Join me for CREATIVE CONNECTIONS, a deep dive into author/illustrator collaborations.

Monday, September 29
8-9pm EST

SCBWI Member: $10
Non-Members: $15
Nebraska resident price: free

Register at:
www.scbwi.org/events/creat...

Creative Connections with Adam Blackman

THE POWER OF TWO - We all know about the power of three. But when it comes to picture books, it takes two: text and art! The industry standard is that authors and illustrators work separately. Join us...

www.scbwi.org

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · 20d

How do you spell fall?

S-C-B-W-I!

My events page is now updated. I'm looking forward to meeting writers and illustrators from Houston to Washington!

Come join me at one of these great #SCBWI events.

www.adamdblackman.com#events

@scbwi.bsky.social

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Kayleigh | Developmental Editor ✍🏻📚 @editsinthemargins.com · 20d

Heck yes. I've had an influx of high-word-count requests come in wanting to start within a couple of weeks (or worse: wanting to be DONE within a few weeks).

Editing takes time, so we often book out a bit. If there's an editor (or other professional) you know you want to work with, ask early!

Jen Jilany_Up Style Editing @jenjeditor.bsky.social · 20d

📢 Reminder to authors: Please book your editors in advance! 🙏
I had to turn down two authors recently that I really wanted to work with, because they needed someone to start right away, and I was booked.

#editor #developmentaleditor #fictioneditor #bookaneditor #writingcommunity #authorsky #books

a woman with her eyes closed and the words please do this for me above her

Alt: A GIF of actress Sandra Bullock with her eyes closed and the words please do this for me

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Association of American Literary Agents @aalitagents.bsky.social · Sep 4

I’m Regina Brooks, President of the Association of American Literary Agents and CEO of Serendipity Literary Agency. I am so excited to invite you to the very first People of Publishing Conference (peopleofpublishing.bsky.social), happening Sept 17th at the New York Academy of Medicine in NYC.

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · Aug 19

There's nothing quite like working on client manuscripts with Larry at my feet making happy honking sounds. #editing #mansbestfriend #bunnyluv #workfromhutch #kidlit

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Laura Roettiger @ljrwritenow.bsky.social · Aug 19

lauraroettigerbooks.com/2025/08/19/w...
The Blue Jays that Grew a Forest, illustrated by @annehunterstudio.bsky.social
my interview with author
@lynnstreetbooks.bsky.social
#eduSky #booksky #kidlit 📚 #giveaway

Welcome Author Lynn Street – Giveaway Alert

Friends, it’s been a while since I hosted an author on my blog and I’m so pleased to share my interview with Lynn Street debut author of THE BLUE JAYS THAT GREW A FOREST, illustrated by…

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · Jul 29

Attention #Latinx Authors & Illustrators! Check out this wonderful opportunity to support your #schoolvisits. #kidlit

latinxkidlitbookfestival.org/school-visit...

School Visit Fund — Latinx Kidlit Book Festival

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · Jul 7

Bring the whole family to The Eleanor Roosevelt Center for a story time, crafts, tour, free copy of Lee Wind and illustrator Kelly Mangan's fantastic LIKE THAT ELEANOR from Cardinal Rule Press.

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · Jun 28

I solemnly swear I’m using my yummy brain to bring a zombie manuscript back to life. #KidLitZombieWeek

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#KidlitZombieWeek @kidlitzombieweek.bsky.social · Jun 24

#KidlitZombieWeek Day 2!

Check it out here: kaitlynleannsanchez.com/2025/06/23/g...

Then come back & comment on this post w/ the tip (or tips) you want to try on your manuscript & why.

Thanks
@shannonstocker.bsky.social for such an awesome Kidlit Zombie Week 2025 post!

Guest Post for Kidlit Zombie Week 2025, Day 2: REVIVING THE DEAD: Six Ways to Breathe Life into a Beloved (but Stale) Tale by Shannon Stocker(6/24/2025)

#KidlitZombieWeek 2025, Day 2

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · Jun 24

Nice post @literallylynne.bsky.social !

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#KidlitZombieWeek @kidlitzombieweek.bsky.social · Jun 20

#kidlitzombieweek starts Monday! Do you have manuscripts you thought were dead? Join us to bring those zombies back to life w/ blog posts, discussions, & of course #prizes!

Check all the details out here: sites.google.com/view/kidlit-...

#WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · Jun 19

I admit. I delete a lot newsletters unread. But I'm sure glad I read the latest from #kidlit agent Sera Rivers. A lovely, affirming anecdote, great book recs, and etiquette tips for writers seeking representation. Good one @writeloudly.bsky.social !
#writingcommunity

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · Jun 17

Yes, they are @pjlibrary.org ! Yes, they are!

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Lee Wind @leewind.bsky.social · Jun 3

Hi friends! It's the #bookbirthday for my new picture book, Like THAT Eleanor. It's a celebration of allyship, history, and kids having the power to make our world more fair. Illustrated by @kellyamangan.bsky.social #kidlit #pride

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · Jun 5

I'm looking forward to working with @scbwilongisland.bsky.social!

Though critiques are sold out, attendees get a (very) limited time exclusive submission opportunity with CRP and (somewhat less) limited time discount on freelance editorial.

Questions?

Reach out through www.adamdblackman.com

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · May 29

Reposting now that we're closer to the date. Hope to see you all there!

Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · May 20

Join Cardinal Rule Press in celebrating our new release LIKE THAT ELEANOR!

June 3rd (LAUNCH DAY), 1pm EST

Virtual reading by author @leewind.bsky.social

Sign up for this FREE event here: lnkd.in/gaUb6DZy

Preorder here: shorturl.at/LUBLF

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Maria Marshall @mmarshallauthor.bsky.social · May 26

Check out the dynamic duo of author @leewind.bsky.social & illustrator @kellyamangan.bsky.social & their creation of the stunning PB - Like That Eleanor: The Amazing Power of Being an Ally - releasing June 3rd. www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... Cardinal Rule Press #interview #kidlit

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · May 21

JOIN me and @literallylynne.bsky.social for a Twice As Nice First Pages Event! Two Editors - Wednesday, May 28, 2025 7 - 8:15 PM EST
More Information About the Event and Payment Information and Submission Information HERE:
shorturl.at/Bnl5G

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · May 21

Thanks for your note, Marta!

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · May 20

Join Cardinal Rule Press in celebrating our new release LIKE THAT ELEANOR!

June 3rd (LAUNCH DAY), 1pm EST

Virtual reading by author @leewind.bsky.social

Sign up for this FREE event here: lnkd.in/gaUb6DZy

Preorder here: shorturl.at/LUBLF

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Adam Blackman @adamdblackman.bsky.social · May 20

Don't you just love seeing a cover and thinking "I remember the first draft"?

Congrats to long-time crit partner @lynnstreetbooks.bsky.social for her beautiful debut made even more beautiful by @annehunterstudio.bsky.social published by Peachtree!

#kidlit

www.publishersweekly.com/9781682636046

The Blue Jays That Grew a Forest by Lynn Street

The blue jay gets its due in this sharply written appreciation of the bird’s critically important symbiotic relationship with oa...

www.publishersweekly.com

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