KW Penndorf
@kwpenndorf.bsky.social
140 followers 93 following 62 posts
Author of middle grade fantasy, developmental editor, and founder of MuchAdoAboutWriting.com I also write for fromthemixedupfiles.com and https://cbiclubhouse.com/
Posts Media Videos Starter Packs
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
Our writing group is going 4 years strong 🥰

We’re a home for those who wish to explore the craft of writing, to level up the knowledge they currently have, and to be coached in their current projects.

If you are looking for a safe space to grow:

writeforkids.lpages.co/pov-icc/
NEW WORKSHOP: Mastering Point of View
A full workshop + one month of followup coaching!
writeforkids.lpages.co
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
So excited to be building this community of writers! Come take a tour - pull up a chair and have fun!
themixed-upfiles.bsky.social
Community is the secret sauce of writers!

Join Kate Penndorf and Valerie Heller in a live webinar as they take you behind the scenes of The Insiders Coaching Club on Wednesday, May 28th at 8pm ET.

Check out the blog to sign up!

fromthemixedupfiles.com/growing-as-a...

#authorcommunity #kidlit
Reposted by KW Penndorf
lynnettenovak.bsky.social
I'm so excited to see #MSWL here!!!
manuscriptwishlist.bsky.social
Hello Writing Community! We are delighted to announce our First Official Bluesky *** #MSWL Day *** February 12, 2025. 🎉🎉🎉

Agents + editors can post what they ✨wish✨ they had in their inboxes; writers can find their next best fit for querying.

Learn more here: manuscriptwishlist.com/the-next-off...
The Next Official #MSWL Day: February 12, 2025 – The Official Manuscript Wish List Website
manuscriptwishlist.com
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
Love following journeys of authors I know! I met Matt before his first book came out. Now he’s a NYT bestselling author!!!

Spreading the joy of middle grade!!

www.facebook.com/share/r/1BEw...
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
This was my first time doing a Goodreads challenge.

Each book literally has a story to tell 😉 for example, I read Like A Curse for my interview on From the Mixed-Up Files of Middle-Grade. Dollhouse Murders is as scary as I can go in a book, so thank you Fleur Bradley for keeping it light.
Reposted by KW Penndorf
themixed-upfiles.bsky.social
Tonight’s display was amazing! Love watching social media glow with everyone’s posts. Such a peaceful joy bringing the world together in a shared experience ❤️
Reposted by KW Penndorf
debbieohi.com
*JUST LAUNCHED* Mega KidLit Feed w/fellow admins @boringstorybook.com & @charlenedraws.bsky.social! One feed pulls in hashtagged posts from moderated #kidlit Lists from multiple users in community.

Browse Feed here
More info & how to post to Feed

Feel free to share graphic on other platforms!

🧵👇🏼
Illustration of a book with the text "Kid Lit mega feed" on its pages, a blue butterfly behind the text. The book is depicted in a whimsical, cartoon-like style with bold blue and purple colors. Two QR codes are included at the bottom, labeled "feed" and "info." Art by Debbie Ridpath Ohi.
Reposted by KW Penndorf
katemessner.com
So many new #kidlit folks are joining the Bluesky community!

Welcome, friends!

Here's a list of authors, illustrators, librarians, and publishing folks to follow to get you started. And please be sure to add yourself to the list as well, to let folks know that you're here!
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
Ooohhh Indie Bookstore Day is Tomorrow! I know what I’ll be doing Saturday 😉

Use this link to find indie bookstores in your area, and help support local businesses.

www.indiebound.org/independent-...
Independent Bookstore Day Map | IndieBound.org
www.indiebound.org
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
Sad news in the writing community. Her blog and insight was a valuable resource 😞
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
I agree with the terms
Reposted by KW Penndorf
debbieohi.com
Are you a kidlit book author or illustrator who enjoys connecting with schools & libraries? Read attached guidelines FIRST then reply w/info.

Shortlink to this thread: debbieohi.link/kidlit-creat....

Older thread here (incl. dormant accts hence this new thread)

#Edusky #Skybrarians #SchoolVisits
Promotional graphic for a Bluesky thread titled 'KidLit/YA Authors & Illustrators who love connecting with educators & librarians on Bluesky.' The background is bright yellow with bold blue text inviting children's literature and young adult authors and illustrators to reply to the post if they are active on Bluesky and enjoy connecting with schools and libraries. Instructions suggest including a link to more information about their books and mentioning if they do school visits. A QR code is present on the right side, and a short link is provided at the bottom: https://debbieohi.link/kidlit-creators-bluesky.
Reposted by KW Penndorf
katemessner.com
I just stumbled upon some amazing book news - The Week Junior chose "50 Books for 50 States" to celebrate Read Across America Week, and my debut novel THE BRILLIANT FALL OF GIANNA Z was selected to represent Vermont! Here's a link to the full list: auth.subscriptions.dennis.co.uk/sites/defaul...
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
I wish they got recorded so other time zones participants could watch it later.
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
These are some of my favorite calls. And they’re free!!
#amwriting #kidlit #middlegrade
kingreyanderson.bsky.social
Perfect Imperfection: Writing Flawed Characters
Newbery Award Winner Erin Entrada Kelly
Middle Grade Writers Group  
March 18, 7pm CT, Online Register Free: eventbrite.com/cc/middle-gr...
Post a photo/video of you & one of Erin's books on #ErinEntradaKellyDayMarch18!  

Kidlit/YA Boosters
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
I love the guest speakers of our writing group. Each month we invite either an industry expert or a debut author.

It’s super exciting to follow the authors as they make their mark! One guest is now a Newberry Award nominee. And check out this recent author’s exciting news!! Congrats Delia!
#kidlit
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
Whaaat?! How exciting is this? Delia was a guest speaker to my writers group! ❤️
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
I’m still working on navigating through here. But I don’t invest enough time. I do feel it’s a friendly environment.
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
I’m not familiar with them, but I’ll put them on my list! Thank you
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
I appreciate you trying. I’ll still look into switching over to one of those apps. I think it’s weird that the BlueSky app doesn’t have that feature
kwpenndorf.bsky.social
Thanks! I’ll check these out