Kristin | Detailed Draft
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Editor and writer. Résumé specialist (CPRW). Book award judge. Dog hugger. Science fiction, kidlit, and anything else with themes of possibility. she/her
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Welcome new #kidlit friends! Here's a massive thread of #kidlit starter packs focusing on writers.
Feel free to add any I miss!
go.bsky.app/3EhKVqU
Feel free to add any I miss!
go.bsky.app/3EhKVqU
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Hello #kidlit friends. I've compiled 2024 Publishers Marketplace data into this friendly pie chart.
Please note:
- data is for U.S. based publishers
- not all publishers/agents announce every deal
- some deals include multiple books/cats so numbers are approx.
- CB data also includes early readers
Please note:
- data is for U.S. based publishers
- not all publishers/agents announce every deal
- some deals include multiple books/cats so numbers are approx.
- CB data also includes early readers
December 6, 2024 at 7:20 PM
Hello #kidlit friends. I've compiled 2024 Publishers Marketplace data into this friendly pie chart.
Please note:
- data is for U.S. based publishers
- not all publishers/agents announce every deal
- some deals include multiple books/cats so numbers are approx.
- CB data also includes early readers
Please note:
- data is for U.S. based publishers
- not all publishers/agents announce every deal
- some deals include multiple books/cats so numbers are approx.
- CB data also includes early readers
Reposted by Kristin | Detailed Draft
Welcome new #kidlit friends! Here's a massive thread of #kidlit starter packs focusing on writers.
Feel free to add any I miss!
go.bsky.app/3EhKVqU
Feel free to add any I miss!
go.bsky.app/3EhKVqU
November 15, 2024 at 3:00 PM
Welcome new #kidlit friends! Here's a massive thread of #kidlit starter packs focusing on writers.
Feel free to add any I miss!
go.bsky.app/3EhKVqU
Feel free to add any I miss!
go.bsky.app/3EhKVqU
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I couldn't find one, so I started it myself. Here's a YA starter pack. Hope this helps the #kidlit and #writingcommunity!
This is based on a search of people who have "YA author" in their profile and a few others. Let me know who I'm missing!
go.bsky.app/UQjX66G
This is based on a search of people who have "YA author" in their profile and a few others. Let me know who I'm missing!
go.bsky.app/UQjX66G
November 15, 2024 at 6:17 PM
I couldn't find one, so I started it myself. Here's a YA starter pack. Hope this helps the #kidlit and #writingcommunity!
This is based on a search of people who have "YA author" in their profile and a few others. Let me know who I'm missing!
go.bsky.app/UQjX66G
This is based on a search of people who have "YA author" in their profile and a few others. Let me know who I'm missing!
go.bsky.app/UQjX66G
Welcome new #kidlit friends! Here's a massive thread of #kidlit starter packs focusing on writers.
Feel free to add any I miss!
go.bsky.app/3EhKVqU
Feel free to add any I miss!
go.bsky.app/3EhKVqU
November 15, 2024 at 3:00 PM
Welcome new #kidlit friends! Here's a massive thread of #kidlit starter packs focusing on writers.
Feel free to add any I miss!
go.bsky.app/3EhKVqU
Feel free to add any I miss!
go.bsky.app/3EhKVqU
Hi #kidlitchat! I’m a writer, editor, and résumé specialist. I’m also a co-coordinator of the Editorial Freelancers Association’s new KidLit Chapter, and I run a teen beta reading program connecting MG and YA writers with readers in their target market. I’m thrilled to see so many new people here!
TOPIC: Hey, everyone--it's been a good year for #kidlitchat here on Bluesky, and the community is growing! Let's push some tables together, grab a slice of pie, pull up a chair and introduce (or re-introduce) ourselves.
November 13, 2024 at 2:50 AM
Hi #kidlitchat! I’m a writer, editor, and résumé specialist. I’m also a co-coordinator of the Editorial Freelancers Association’s new KidLit Chapter, and I run a teen beta reading program connecting MG and YA writers with readers in their target market. I’m thrilled to see so many new people here!
Today’s library haul. Any ideas about which to try first?
October 25, 2024 at 11:31 PM
Today’s library haul. Any ideas about which to try first?
My mail-in ballot came with an “I voted” sticker this year, in case anyone is on the fence about requesting one.
October 15, 2024 at 1:27 PM
My mail-in ballot came with an “I voted” sticker this year, in case anyone is on the fence about requesting one.
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Fill your timeline with word pros who even sometimes use punctuation in their posts.
Say hello if you’d like to be included!
go.bsky.app/RnDtE9U
Say hello if you’d like to be included!
go.bsky.app/RnDtE9U
September 17, 2024 at 5:10 PM
Fill your timeline with word pros who even sometimes use punctuation in their posts.
Say hello if you’d like to be included!
go.bsky.app/RnDtE9U
Say hello if you’d like to be included!
go.bsky.app/RnDtE9U
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I get why we have the “shitty first draft” language (anxiety & pressure reduction, great), but oh how I hate it.
What about a tender first draft. What about a fresh first draft. Dewy. Just spun. A spiderweb. A draft of sunlight. A pile of leaves. You rake your fingers through them and they rustle.
What about a tender first draft. What about a fresh first draft. Dewy. Just spun. A spiderweb. A draft of sunlight. A pile of leaves. You rake your fingers through them and they rustle.
October 13, 2024 at 4:31 PM
I get why we have the “shitty first draft” language (anxiety & pressure reduction, great), but oh how I hate it.
What about a tender first draft. What about a fresh first draft. Dewy. Just spun. A spiderweb. A draft of sunlight. A pile of leaves. You rake your fingers through them and they rustle.
What about a tender first draft. What about a fresh first draft. Dewy. Just spun. A spiderweb. A draft of sunlight. A pile of leaves. You rake your fingers through them and they rustle.
We’re considering going ahead with a picture book pitch event in a few weeks, on Wednesday 10/23 - I hope everyone can craft a good pitch by then! More info at boringstorybook.com/skypitch
#skypitch #kidlit #picturebooks
#skypitch #kidlit #picturebooks
October 1, 2024 at 3:25 AM
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And now for a thread of editor-related starter packs!
September 21, 2024 at 9:15 PM
And now for a thread of editor-related starter packs!
Yes!!! 🙌
A thing I keep trying to get across to new writers is that the editorial relationship DOES NOT have to be adversarial, it can be creative and supportive. Your editor can be the person who shouts, "DO A FLIP" when you're standing there psyching yourself up to try a stunt.
September 21, 2024 at 4:06 AM
Yes!!! 🙌
When your kid bff moves to the front seat to eat an egg sandwich and you’re not allowed to have any.
September 18, 2024 at 2:54 PM
When your kid bff moves to the front seat to eat an egg sandwich and you’re not allowed to have any.
Fill your timeline with word pros who even sometimes use punctuation in their posts.
Say hello if you’d like to be included!
go.bsky.app/RnDtE9U
Say hello if you’d like to be included!
go.bsky.app/RnDtE9U
September 17, 2024 at 5:10 PM
Fill your timeline with word pros who even sometimes use punctuation in their posts.
Say hello if you’d like to be included!
go.bsky.app/RnDtE9U
Say hello if you’d like to be included!
go.bsky.app/RnDtE9U
Apparently the more writers you follow, the better your feed’s writing:politics ratio 🙌
September 12, 2024 at 10:34 PM
Apparently the more writers you follow, the better your feed’s writing:politics ratio 🙌
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I hope today drops a big box of impeccable vibes on your life. I hope that email hits your inbox. Now go do the thing.
September 12, 2024 at 1:13 PM
I hope today drops a big box of impeccable vibes on your life. I hope that email hits your inbox. Now go do the thing.
NSTA is looking for science book proposals!
#kidlit #SciComm #writing
www.linkedin.com/posts/nation...
#kidlit #SciComm #writing
www.linkedin.com/posts/nation...
National Science Teaching Association on LinkedIn: #bipoc #lgbtq #science #education #scied #stem #stemed
If you’re a writer with a love for science and a knack for reaching young minds, we need you! NSTA Kids is searching for engaging children's book proposals…
www.linkedin.com
September 11, 2024 at 8:33 PM
NSTA is looking for science book proposals!
#kidlit #SciComm #writing
www.linkedin.com/posts/nation...
#kidlit #SciComm #writing
www.linkedin.com/posts/nation...
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Just created a starter pack for writers who want to find out other SFF authors who are in Bluesky and engange with the community.
This is far from complete and I intend to make other packs!
go.bsky.app/RYcLDpc
This is far from complete and I intend to make other packs!
go.bsky.app/RYcLDpc
September 11, 2024 at 2:51 PM
Just created a starter pack for writers who want to find out other SFF authors who are in Bluesky and engange with the community.
This is far from complete and I intend to make other packs!
go.bsky.app/RYcLDpc
This is far from complete and I intend to make other packs!
go.bsky.app/RYcLDpc
I have to keep a flexible schedule for family reasons, so for me the only must is that I always read. I certainly take breaks when things get too busy, but I always go back to it because my love for writing stems from my love for reading. #kidlitchat
September 11, 2024 at 1:17 AM
I have to keep a flexible schedule for family reasons, so for me the only must is that I always read. I certainly take breaks when things get too busy, but I always go back to it because my love for writing stems from my love for reading. #kidlitchat
Looking forward to #kidlitchat while I avoid Other Happenings.
September 10, 2024 at 11:06 PM
Looking forward to #kidlitchat while I avoid Other Happenings.
🎶 It’s beginning to look a lot like CMOS
(sorry)
(sorry)
August 30, 2024 at 9:44 PM
🎶 It’s beginning to look a lot like CMOS
(sorry)
(sorry)
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Meet Lola, #StetPet editorial assistant of Boise Guild member @detaileddraft.bsky.social.
"Trusty goofball Lola growls when she’s happy and gives the best extended greetings. She can spot the tiniest crumb on the floor like an editor can spot an italicized period."
"Trusty goofball Lola growls when she’s happy and gives the best extended greetings. She can spot the tiniest crumb on the floor like an editor can spot an italicized period."
August 28, 2024 at 11:28 PM
Meet Lola, #StetPet editorial assistant of Boise Guild member @detaileddraft.bsky.social.
"Trusty goofball Lola growls when she’s happy and gives the best extended greetings. She can spot the tiniest crumb on the floor like an editor can spot an italicized period."
"Trusty goofball Lola growls when she’s happy and gives the best extended greetings. She can spot the tiniest crumb on the floor like an editor can spot an italicized period."
Anyone looking for writers to follow? Check out these TWO new starter packs!
I made an SFFH list! Two in fact (first is all trad, second is mix of indies).
Not a clout thing, just a list of active SFFH users I think it's fun to follow.
Not a clout thing, just a list of active SFFH users I think it's fun to follow.
I made a starter pack of some favorite SFFH trad authors.
Indie, coming up next (you're limited to 50 appaaarently)
Feel free to use as you see fit.
go.bsky.app/AuFzb7w
Indie, coming up next (you're limited to 50 appaaarently)
Feel free to use as you see fit.
go.bsky.app/AuFzb7w
August 27, 2024 at 10:16 PM
Anyone looking for writers to follow? Check out these TWO new starter packs!