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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 1d

#bannedbookweek #freedomtoread #stopbookbans

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you, Joyce!

Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you, Stacey!

Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 2d

An important read.

School Library Journal @slj.com · 2d

Banned Books Week 2025 Resources to Educate, Inspire Action
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Banned Books Week 2025 Resources to Educate, Inspire Action

These resources and ideas from ALA, Unite Against Book Bans, the National Coalition Against Censorship, and others will help plan for Banned Books Week Oct. 5-11.

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 2d

So thrilled that @slj.com called my and Megan Elizabeth Baratta's picture book, My Backyard Used to Be, "a meaningful addition to school and public libraries, as well as a lovely choice for readers to take home." #kidlit

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 2d

I'm happy to be featured on @dbeckjacobson.bsky.social's blog today talking about my new PB, My Backyard Used to Be!
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Author Interview With LYNN BALDWIN About Her New PB

Today it is my pleasure to feature an interesting and unique new picture book from author LYNN BALDWIN. Here is my review for MY BACKYARD USED TO BE: MY BACKYARD USED TO BE (PB) by Lynn Baldwin (il…

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 4d

“Every NO is a breadcrumb leading you to a YES.” @ecfeinberg.bsky.social at @SCBWIOhioNorth #kidlit

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 5d

Fantastic! Please let me know how it fits into your curriculum. There’s also a free teacher’s guide on my website if you want to take a look.

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 5d

First time seeing my book in a conference bookstore! #SCBWIOhioNorth #kidlit

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 6d

You're welcome:-) I sent you a message on Instagram as it didn't look like I could send one to you here.

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 6d

Congratulations to @librarygrl2.bsky.social! Thanks to all who entered and promoted by giveaway! #kidlit

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 7d

Teachers and librarians: today is the last day to enter to win a copy of my book! #kidlit #Edusky,#SchoolLibrarian

Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 12d

Teachers & Librarians! I am giving away one copy of my just-released PB, My Backyard Used to Be, to one U.S.-based teacher or librarian who likes & reposts this by October 1. #kidlit #Edusky #SchoolLibrarian. Themes: history, stewardship, outdoor play.

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 7d

Thanks for sharing, Jenn!

Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 8d

This looks adorable! #kidlit

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Happy Book Birthday: HAZEL AND MABEL: TWO HEARTS APART

It’s Tuesday, dear friends…and you know what that means! It’s time to sing Happy Birthday to a brand new book from a long-time kid lit buddy of mine, Melissa Stoller. It’s called: HAZEL AND …

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 9d

I love this analogy. #kidlit

Vicky Weber - Agent, Author, Educator 📚 @vickyweberbooks.bsky.social · 9d

Querying too soon = like entering a baking contest with raw dough. You’ll leave with a mess and a sudden desire to throw your laptop into a lake. I wrote the checklist you actually need 👉 buff.ly/uBvGZMt

Should I Query Yet? A Brutally Honest Checklist for Writers on the Fence

So you’ve got a draft.

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 9d

Enter by WED!

Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 12d

Teachers & Librarians! I am giving away one copy of my just-released PB, My Backyard Used to Be, to one U.S.-based teacher or librarian who likes & reposts this by October 1. #kidlit #Edusky #SchoolLibrarian. Themes: history, stewardship, outdoor play.

Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you for reposting!

Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you for reposting!

Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you for reposting!

Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you for reposting!

Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you for reposting!

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 11d

What a fabulous book launch event at Schuler Books! My ❤️ is full! #kidlit

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 12d

Teachers & Librarians! I am giving away one copy of my just-released PB, My Backyard Used to Be, to one U.S.-based teacher or librarian who likes & reposts this by October 1. #kidlit #Edusky #SchoolLibrarian. Themes: history, stewardship, outdoor play.

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 13d

It's fun to see my book birthday recognized by @12x12challenge.bsky.social , which has been such a big part of my writing journey!

12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 13d

🎉 Happy Book Birthday to @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social! 🎉

📚 MY BACKYARD USED TO BE, illustrated by Megan Elizabeth Baratta and published by Tilbury House Publishers, officially came out yesterday! 🌲✨

Find it here: buff.ly/Io8UdaM

#kidlit #12x12PB

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Lynn Baldwin @lynnbaldwinwrites.bsky.social · 13d

Thank you! 12 x 12 has been a big part of my writing journey:-)