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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 2d

All 4! Check!

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 2d

On day ten of trick-or-treating we hear from a publisher.
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Trick or Treat with Tiny Tree Books!

Hi readers, writers, and book lovers of all kinds! We're thrilled to have an incredible guest with us today. Anthony Barlow, Marketing Manager at Tiny Tree Books, is here to share more about the books...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 2d

Almost missed this double feature from the other day. A kids with no special powers CAN go on a magical adventure! www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/double-...

Double Feature: Trick or Treat with Mark Snoad!

Hi, readers, writers, and light-seekers, too! If you’re looking for an exciting, action-packed, fantastical adventure featuring an unlikely yet relatable hero… you’ve come to the right place today!We’...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 3d

I wonder is this pitched Anansi the Spider meets Dracula. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

Trick or Treat with Casey Lyall!

Hi, readers, writers, and jam lovers, too! You’re in for a super exciting (and tasty) treat today -author Casey Lyall is here to share another book jam-packed with humor, fright, and fun!Vampire Jam S...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 4d

Me too!

Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 4d

Here's an author with over 100 books and her own publishing business.
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Trick or Treat with Amy Houts!

Hi readers, writers, and haunted house lovers of all kinds! We're thrilled to celebrate the day with the incredible Amy Houts - author of over 100 books! She's here with us sharing her new book with M...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 4d

Celebrate and promote the freedom to read this week.
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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 5d

Trick & Treat from Tarantino on Tuesday!
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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 5d

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Trick or Treat with Kris Tarantino!

Hi, readers, writers, and sleepy monsters, too! Are you ready for monster-sized fun? Then you won’t want to miss this interview with the extremely talented Kris Tarantino, author of Bedslime Blues—the...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 6d

And now for Monday... check out how this author maximizes hooks with titles!
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Trick or Treat with Justin Colón!

Hi, bee-utiful readers, writers, and eerie-book enthusiasts of all sorts! What could possibly top a book about zombies? A book about zom-bees, of course! 🐝💀 We’re buzzing with excitement to welcome Ju...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 6d

Could six possible endings pull a kiddo from screen to book? www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

Trick or Treat with Nick Eliopulos!

Hi, readers, writers, and catacomb explorers of all sorts! Today, we’re thrilled to welcome the extremely talented Nick Eliopulos—middle grade author of more than 70 books! Nick joins us to share his ...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 6d

Ctaching up after the weekend! DAY 4 = A fall book for all.
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Trick or Treat with Mirka Hokkanen!

Hi, readers, writers, and seasons lovers of all kinds! We’re thrilled to welcome author and illustrator Mirka Hokkanen, who’s here today to share her wonderful new books - perfect for fall or any time...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 9d

Day Three! Getting that to-do list written seems to be a universal help for all occupations and ages! Cute!
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Trick or Treat with Helen Kemp Zax!

Hi, readers, writers, and to-do list keepers too! Today we're thrilled to showcase another book perfect for spooky season & fall reading! Please give a wicked-warm welcome to Helen Kemp Zax and her br...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 10d

Day Two: Trick or Treat
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Trick or Treat with Heather Pierce Stigall!

Hi readers, writers, and ghastly ghosts, too! We're thrilled to celebrate another day of fall with a must-read for the season. Author Heather Pierce Stigall is here today to share her newly released b...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 11d

I hate it when that happens. 🫖 Offering a cup of virtual tea.

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 11d

#FallWritingFrenzy2025

Entry Done! It's been an opportune morning!
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I checked this offering out!
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The PB Retreat with Ebony Lynn Mudd

Picture book writing courses and community through The PB Retreat with Ebony Lynn Mudd.

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 11d

Seasons of Kidlit has a double feature on their first day. Treat yourself. Reading is brain candy, while writing's more of a trick!
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Double Feature: Trick or Treat with Editor Lynne Marie! Plus, Pitch a MS to her!

Hi, readers, writers, and Halloween-fanatics, too! We're starting the festivities with a BANG this year. Please enjoy our Double Feature with #SeasonsOfKidLit's own, Lynne Marie. Lynne Marie is back o...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 11d

If you need author inspiration after a long, dry "spell" of no offers, then read this interview!
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Trick or Treat with Deb Adamson!

Hi parents, librarians, book fanatics, writers, and readers of all sorts! Gob-Lynne Marie and I, Heather-ween Macht, are here to say: Happy October to you all! We're so thrilled to have you here, Tric...

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Lydia Lukidis @lydialukidis.bsky.social · 17d

Hey #FallWritingFrenzy people- exciting news, the donors up up! Check them out here & pls share:
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#FWF #kidlit #writingcommunity #writing #amwriting #amreading #competitions #stories #writer
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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 13d

That's meeeee! I'm looking forward to it. Thank you so much! I also have a place in my heart for second graders.

Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 13d

Thank you to all the generous people who give their time and talents to assist others in rising. Give back. Check out this author's site, books, and blog.
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Home | Andrew Hacket:

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April Berry | KidLit @aprilberrybooks.bsky.social · 17d

Also, let's give a HUGE CHEER for this year's #KidlitChuckleChallenge HA-norable Mentions! 🎉🎉🎉

These entries were so good, we simply could not let them go without any recognition. Truly hilarious! Well done, HMs! #kidlit #WritingCommunity

List of Honorable Mentions for the 2025 Kidlit Chuckle Challenge humor writing contest

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 16d

YES to success! It's true that you miss 100% of the shots that you never take. Sometimes you hit the target!
Much gratitude to all the professionals who offered their time and talents to make this event happen, and to the very generous prize donors!

2025 Kidlit Chuckle Challenge Champion Badge!

Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 17d

Checking this out! Looks like a lot opportunities to connect and have some fun along the way! www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/let-s-t...

Let's Trick or Treat: #SeasonsOfKidLit's Official Guest List & Calendar of Events Revealed for 2025!

Hi, parents, librarians, book fanatics, writers, and readers of all sorts! It's your co-ghostesses Heather-ween Macht and Gob-Lynne Marie here with some fall-tastic fun coming your way soon.#SeasonsOf...

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Sherry @shdubis.bsky.social · 17d

Every teacher on Earth needs a "Punctuation Support Group!"