Linda Joy Singleton
@lindajoysingleton.bsky.social
Author of over 55 middle-grade, YA, and picture books. Loves speaking at schools, libraries, and conferences. Owned by five cats. Writing news and frebies at Www.LindaJoySingleton.com
#Kidlitchat Thanks for a fun topic!!
February 18, 2026 at 2:57 AM
#Kidlitchat Thanks for a fun topic!!
#kidlitchat My history of creating names goes back to my childhood. It all began with cats. I still have the lined paper with my pencil printed list of cat names. And the first mystery I wrote at age 11 (200 pages) was called Holiday Terror with the main character’s last name “Holiday.”
February 18, 2026 at 2:36 AM
#kidlitchat My history of creating names goes back to my childhood. It all began with cats. I still have the lined paper with my pencil printed list of cat names. And the first mystery I wrote at age 11 (200 pages) was called Holiday Terror with the main character’s last name “Holiday.”
#kidlitchat another name story…I named a minor character a random name and then at a SCBWI conference, I realized I’d used the full name of a guy I’d met a few times. I’d accidentally used his full name. Afterwards I was quietly embarrassed whenever I saw him. Fortunately he never read my book.
February 18, 2026 at 2:29 AM
#kidlitchat another name story…I named a minor character a random name and then at a SCBWI conference, I realized I’d used the full name of a guy I’d met a few times. I’d accidentally used his full name. Afterwards I was quietly embarrassed whenever I saw him. Fortunately he never read my book.
#kidlitchat Another title story—when I sold my first books (Sweet Dream YA romances) in the 90’s, I created fun titles. They were changed to generic Opposites Attract & Almost Perfect. So for my 3rd Sweet Dream, I took a generic title from an old book—and for the first time they didn’t change it.
February 18, 2026 at 2:18 AM
#kidlitchat Another title story—when I sold my first books (Sweet Dream YA romances) in the 90’s, I created fun titles. They were changed to generic Opposites Attract & Almost Perfect. So for my 3rd Sweet Dream, I took a generic title from an old book—and for the first time they didn’t change it.
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Completely off topic, but today somebody said “Weird kids change the world” and I just needed to pass that on. #kidlitchat
February 11, 2026 at 2:48 AM
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#kidlitchat revisions make the book shine. I usually do too many revisions to count.
One picture book literally had half of the words cut after many editorial revisions.
One picture book literally had half of the words cut after many editorial revisions.
February 4, 2026 at 2:10 AM
#kidlitchat revisions make the book shine. I usually do too many revisions to count.
One picture book literally had half of the words cut after many editorial revisions.
One picture book literally had half of the words cut after many editorial revisions.
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My most exciting ALA moment was when I was flying home with a writing critique pal—and while she sat next to me at the airport she got THE call telling her she’d won an award. #kidlitchat
Make time to join #kidlitchat at 9pm et tonight!
We will be having #kidlitchat at 9pm Eastern/6 pm Pacific in what is already a big #kidlit week. I hope you can join us for an hour of community and conversation (and maybe pie!)….
January 28, 2026 at 2:19 AM
My most exciting ALA moment was when I was flying home with a writing critique pal—and while she sat next to me at the airport she got THE call telling her she’d won an award. #kidlitchat
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The Newbery Honor books are: ‘The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli’ by Karina Yan Glaser; ‘A Sea of Lemon Trees’ by María Dolores Águila; ‘The Teacher of Nomad Land’ by Daniel Nayeri; and ‘The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest’ by Aubrey Hartman #ALAyma
January 26, 2026 at 5:25 PM
The Newbery Honor books are: ‘The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli’ by Karina Yan Glaser; ‘A Sea of Lemon Trees’ by María Dolores Águila; ‘The Teacher of Nomad Land’ by Daniel Nayeri; and ‘The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest’ by Aubrey Hartman #ALAyma
#kidlitchat I’m a little late tonight… Waving at everybody. Will check on the post I missed.
January 14, 2026 at 2:50 AM
#kidlitchat I’m a little late tonight… Waving at everybody. Will check on the post I missed.
#rhap still mourning Rob C on #traitors—I know it’s just a game but my heart is heavy. He loves the game SO much. And I hope for karma.
January 9, 2026 at 9:11 PM
#rhap still mourning Rob C on #traitors—I know it’s just a game but my heart is heavy. He loves the game SO much. And I hope for karma.
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From the moment @robcesternino.bsky.social showed up on #TheTraitorsUS, his excitement to be there was palpable! And he made sure we knew while others were happy to see him! 2nd YouTube Short today: youtube.com/shorts/M8Nju...
#TheTraitors #Traitors #RealityTV #TV #WhyXLost #TraitorsUS #RHAP
#TheTraitors #Traitors #RealityTV #TV #WhyXLost #TraitorsUS #RHAP
Rob Cesternino Was Clearly Excited to Be Back on Our TV Screens in The Traitors US
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January 9, 2026 at 5:31 PM
From the moment @robcesternino.bsky.social showed up on #TheTraitorsUS, his excitement to be there was palpable! And he made sure we knew while others were happy to see him! 2nd YouTube Short today: youtube.com/shorts/M8Nju...
#TheTraitors #Traitors #RealityTV #TV #WhyXLost #TraitorsUS #RHAP
#TheTraitors #Traitors #RealityTV #TV #WhyXLost #TraitorsUS #RHAP
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💖This week I'm giving thanks for the 2025 #LitLinks bloggers who contribute fascinating and FUN lessons that integrate #STEM + #ELA
Read their work here: www.patriciamnewman.com/blog-4/
@lydialukidis.bsky.social @juliekidsbooks @moyuksel.bsky.social @jeannewharvey.bsky.social
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Read their work here: www.patriciamnewman.com/blog-4/
@lydialukidis.bsky.social @juliekidsbooks @moyuksel.bsky.social @jeannewharvey.bsky.social
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November 26, 2025 at 7:47 PM
💖This week I'm giving thanks for the 2025 #LitLinks bloggers who contribute fascinating and FUN lessons that integrate #STEM + #ELA
Read their work here: www.patriciamnewman.com/blog-4/
@lydialukidis.bsky.social @juliekidsbooks @moyuksel.bsky.social @jeannewharvey.bsky.social
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Read their work here: www.patriciamnewman.com/blog-4/
@lydialukidis.bsky.social @juliekidsbooks @moyuksel.bsky.social @jeannewharvey.bsky.social
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In this season finale episode, we reflect on the end of the season, share a behind-the-scenes podcasting mishap (it happens), and dive into a First Pages critique of a cozy fantasy. It's another fantastic submission! #firstpages #writers
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Season Finale Bonus: First Pages Cozy Fantasy
Season Finale Bonus: First Pages Cozy Fantasy page for Writers With Wrinkles
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December 30, 2025 at 8:22 PM
In this season finale episode, we reflect on the end of the season, share a behind-the-scenes podcasting mishap (it happens), and dive into a First Pages critique of a cozy fantasy. It's another fantastic submission! #firstpages #writers
www.writerswithwrinkles.net/season-final...
www.writerswithwrinkles.net/season-final...
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Children’s Publishers Choose Their Favorite Reads of 2025 buff.ly/IPVFHMg
December 30, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Children’s Publishers Choose Their Favorite Reads of 2025 buff.ly/IPVFHMg
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#writingtip #writingtips #bravewrite #amwriting #writingcommunity inventingrealityediting.com/2... inventingrealityediting.com/2...
Five Great Tips about Writing Novels
• When should you start a new novel chapter?• How many words is a novella?• Avoid using real product names in novels• Strive for originality when penning fiction• Hey author, don’t forget your read…
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December 30, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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#BluePit is ready to kick off 2026! Creators in the #WritingCommunity, #GameDev & #IndieDev, #TTRPG, and #Comic communities get ready to pitch or promote your projects!
#BluePit will be taking place on Jan 13th, 2026!
And #BluePitHype starts January 8th!
#WriteSky #Writers #AmAgenting #LitAgents
#BluePit will be taking place on Jan 13th, 2026!
And #BluePitHype starts January 8th!
#WriteSky #Writers #AmAgenting #LitAgents
December 29, 2025 at 4:07 AM
#BluePit is ready to kick off 2026! Creators in the #WritingCommunity, #GameDev & #IndieDev, #TTRPG, and #Comic communities get ready to pitch or promote your projects!
#BluePit will be taking place on Jan 13th, 2026!
And #BluePitHype starts January 8th!
#WriteSky #Writers #AmAgenting #LitAgents
#BluePit will be taking place on Jan 13th, 2026!
And #BluePitHype starts January 8th!
#WriteSky #Writers #AmAgenting #LitAgents
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Coming up Jan. 27/29, online via @highlightsfound.bsky.social, what works, what doesn't, query letter basics, case studies, handouts, and more! It will be recorded. $59.
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Registration is open: www.highlightsfoundation.org/workshop/suc...
Please repost and otherwise spread the word.
Registration is open: www.highlightsfoundation.org/workshop/suc...
December 5, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Coming up Jan. 27/29, online via @highlightsfound.bsky.social, what works, what doesn't, query letter basics, case studies, handouts, and more! It will be recorded. $59.
Please repost and otherwise spread the word.
Registration is open: www.highlightsfoundation.org/workshop/suc...
Please repost and otherwise spread the word.
Registration is open: www.highlightsfoundation.org/workshop/suc...
#kidlitchat here’s a photo of my signing.
December 3, 2025 at 2:30 AM
#kidlitchat here’s a photo of my signing.
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It’s amazing you sold 25 books! WOW! I hope your cold isn’t too bad though #kidlitchat
December 3, 2025 at 2:19 AM
It’s amazing you sold 25 books! WOW! I hope your cold isn’t too bad though #kidlitchat
#kidlitchat I did have a book signing on Saturday at a local craft fair. Not only did I sell 25 books… But I caught a cold lol. Have to zoom in my critique group meeting tomorrow now.
December 3, 2025 at 2:10 AM
#kidlitchat I did have a book signing on Saturday at a local craft fair. Not only did I sell 25 books… But I caught a cold lol. Have to zoom in my critique group meeting tomorrow now.
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Yay! Thank you, @kbiddle.bsky.social and @lindajoysingleton.bsky.social! 🥰👏🏽❤️
Steena Hernandez won the random blog contest. She wins a book from Linda Joy Singleton. Congrats! Have a wonderful Holiday!! @steenahernandez.bsky.social @lindajoysingleton.bsky.social .
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December 1, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Yay! Thank you, @kbiddle.bsky.social and @lindajoysingleton.bsky.social! 🥰👏🏽❤️
#kidlitchat Ditto about critique partners — mine are amazing. It’s been over a decade for me and I am happy to drive over an hour every two weeks to meet with my critique group.
My former critique buddies. #kidlitchat
November 26, 2025 at 2:53 AM
#kidlitchat Ditto about critique partners — mine are amazing. It’s been over a decade for me and I am happy to drive over an hour every two weeks to meet with my critique group.