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Karen B. McCoy

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#ADHD librarian. Author #mglit #mystery THE ETIQUETTE OF VOLES (Artemesia Publishing/Kinkajou Press 06.10.25). Book info and order links: https://www.karenbmccoy.com/book IG: karenmccoybooks FB: https://www.facebook.com/karenmccoybooks

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · 5d

Newsletter! mailchi.mp/c40219444f97... Mid-September became early October! Audiobook news, upcoming appearances (Oct 7 and 11), I was on a podcast and a blog, and interviews w/ authors @yamilesmendez.bsky.social , @kgmachwrites.bsky.social , @jennylundquist.bsky.social and @kaaauthor.bsky.social!

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Catherine Arguelles @arguellescath.bsky.social · 14d

Checked out The Etiquette of Voles by @karenbmccoy.bsky.social at Sac Library today! Then promptly turned it back in so someone else can check it out cuz I’ve already read it 😁 #kidlit #mglit

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · 5d

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · 9d

Had the best time with @michellechouinard.bsky.social at Wild Sisters Book Co!

Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · 15d

New! Award-winning middle grade author
@yamilesmendez.bsky.social
talks about her newest book, THE VISITORS (TALES FROM CABIN 23) and how her cultural heritage and history influences her stories. www.karenbmccoy.com/the-visitors...

THE VISITORS (TALES FROM CABIN 23) by Yamile Saied Mendez - Karen McCoy

New! Award-winning middle grade author Yamile Saied Mendez talks about her newest book, THE VISITORS (TALES FROM CABIN 23) and how her cultural heritage and history influences her stories.

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · 17d

I was also interviewed on Smack Dab in the Middle this past week! smack-dab-in-the-middle.blogspot.com/2025/09/inte...

Interview with Karen McCoy, Author of The Etiquette of Voles

Welcome to Smack Dab, Karen! Please tell us about The Etiquette of Voles . In Victorian England, a talking vole named Chains solves ...

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · 17d

This past Wednesay I was on KSJE radio as a part of @delsheree.bsky.social's Write on Four Corners podcast! play.prx.org/listen?uf=ht...

Write On Four Corners

: Former Four Corners resident and librarian Karen McCoy joins the show this week to talk about her debut middle grade novel, “The Etiquette of Voles,” an adventure set in Victorian England with a mys...

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · 17d

They certainly are! :)

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · 22d

😱 OMG look what I found during my shift at Sierra College Library today! It has a barcode and spine label and everything!! #theetiquetteofvoles #middlegradebooks #authorlife #librarianlife

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · 22d

Well, that's a wrap. Typed "THE END" on the vole sequel today. Clocking in at almost 55,000 words. (Will probably need to be edited, cut, etc. but I'm going to celebrate this win for the time being!)

Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · 23d

New! Middle Grade author @kgmachwrites.bsky.social talks about her new book, PRESENT, STILL MISSING and how the story took shape. www.karenbmccoy.com/presentstill...

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · 23d

Thanks to the wonderful teachers, students, and staff at Oakview Elementary in Orangevale, CA for a truly epic school visit!

Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · Sep 4

New! Middle Grade author @jennylundquist.bsky.social discusses her newest book, THE LIBRARY OF CURIOSITIES, and shares book promotion advice. www.karenbmccoy.com/the-library-...

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · Sep 4

I always enjoy chatting with you too! :)

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Katherine Applegate @kaaauthor.bsky.social · Aug 28

I always have a wonderful time chatting with @karenbmccoy.bsky.social. 💛

Here, we talk about my new book POCKET BEAR, the joy of a good teacher's guide, and big hats. Head over to Karen's blog to read our conversation: www.karenbmccoy.com/pocket-bear-...

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · Aug 28

DM me. Let's talk.

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Artemesia Publishing @apbooks.bsky.social · Aug 27

Reputable publishers do not do this. You have the right to discuss what you want about publishing, from contract to anything else with anybody you trust to give advice. This sort of "confidentiality notice" is a red flag.

Victoria Strauss @victoriastrauss.com · Aug 27

Scammers are really intent on scaring authors into not contacting someone like me. For example, this "confidentiality notice", appended to a fake offer of publication from Celadon Books, which threatens "blacklisting" of the author "across the entire publishing industry"

Confidentiality Obligation: Non-Disclosure of Private Communication

Please be advised that by receiving this email, you are legally bound to maintain the utmost confidentiality regarding the content herein. This communication is strictly for private use between Celadon Books, your endorsement agent, and you, the author. You are expressly prohibited from disclosing, sharing, or otherwise disseminating any part of this email or its contents. Failure to adhere to this confidentiality agreement will result in severe repercussions, including but not limited to the immediate blacklisting of your information across the entire publishing industry, encompassing all traditional publishing houses and associated entities. We trust you understand the gravity of this obligation and will act accordingly to preserve the integrity of our private communication.

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · Aug 27

New! NYT Bestselling Middle Grade author @kaaauthor.bsky.social talks about her newest book, POCKET BEAR (09.09.25) and collaborating with educators. www.karenbmccoy.com/pocket-bear-... #pocketbear #middlegradefiction

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Artemesia Publishing @apbooks.bsky.social · Aug 27

Had an interesting talk w/ @karenbmccoy.bsky.social over the weekend on this subject.

Our MG titles are 200 pages or less and are all trade paperback. Because it is darn expensive for us to print in hardcover.

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · Aug 4

Karen B. McCoy August 2025: 4 seconds! ⏱️ - mailchi.mp/f9977b5931da... TONIGHT AT 6pm, see me at the Mary L. Stephens Library in Davis, CA w/ Joanna Rowland, the whirlwind of new author life, and interviews with @michaelleali.bsky.social, Kristen Gwen, and Kristen Joy Wilks.

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · Aug 3

Davis, Sacramento and NorCal people! I'll be at the Mary L. Stevens Davis Public Library Aug 4 (tomorrow) at 6pm in conversation w picture book author @writerrowland.bsky.social ! We will talk writing, craft, and all things #kidlit More information here: events.yolocountylibrary.org/event/148806...

Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · Aug 3

You always have such great answers!

Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · Jul 30

New! Interview with award-winning middle grade author @michaelleali.bsky.social where he talks about his book MATTEO and juggling multiple projects. We also discussed MG books by Mark Oshiro, Shaun David Hutchinson, Terry J Benton-Walker & Heather Murphy Capps www.karenbmccoy.com/matteo-by-mi...

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · Jul 28

Found this wonderful title at Face in a Book in El Dorado Hills, CA! Such a wonderful story full of heart by @lisalschmid.bsky.social #shelfiemonday #shelfie #middlegradereads #middlegradeghoststory

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · Jul 28

Found this gem on the shelf at Face in a Book in El Dorado Hills. One of my favorite MG writers and this book is so much fun! @sassinsf.com #middlegradereads #shelfie #shelfiemonday

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Karen B. McCoy @karenbmccoy.bsky.social · Jul 25

Some great finds in the wilds of my local Barnes and Noble! Take a look at THE TOTAL ECLIPSE OF NESTOR LOPEZ by @adriannacuevas.bsky.social #shelfie #shelfiethursday #middlegrade #middlegradereads