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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 2d

Interested in learning the ins and outs of children's publishing from local authors and illustrators? Come check out this free in-person Q&A in November 15 at the Sharon Forks Library in Cumming, GA. www.forsythpl.org/event/14661946
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Paths to Publication: SCBWI KidLit Panel

Are you writing or illustrating a book for children? Join us for an insightful and interactive Q&A panel with kidlit authors and illustrators!

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 2d

And I wanted to add that, even without the incentive of possibly winning a critique, it's felt good to write so many reviews and give back to the writing community 🙂 Thanks for organizing this!

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 2d

4. THE (ALMOST) TOOTH FAIRY by Melissa Robinson: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...
5. FOREVER RIPLEY by McCall Hoyle: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...
6. OUT OF MY DREAMS by Sharon Draper: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...
7. HART & SOULS by Lisa Schmid: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 2d

I hope this okay, but I have been on a reading/reviewing tear since August.
1. WHAT FELL FROM THE SKY by Adrianna Cuevas: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...
2. AWAY by Megan E. Freeman: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...
3. ZIPS & EELOO MAKE HUMMUS by Leila Boukarim: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 6d

#fallwritingfrenzy
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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 7d

Fall Writing Frenzy 2025

Thanks to organizers Kaitlyn Sanchez and Lydia Lukidis for hosting the annual Fall Writing Frenzy again this year. I was fortunate enough to garner an Honorable Mention for my entry last year, and I'm hoping I will fare as well this year. Entries are due by midnight…

Fall Writing Frenzy 2025

Thanks to organizers Kaitlyn Sanchez and Lydia Lukidis for hosting the annual Fall Writing Frenzy again this year. I was fortunate enough to garner an Honorable Mention for my entry last year, and I'm hoping I will fare as well this year. Entries are due by midnight Friday, October 3, so there is still time to enter! Check out all the details…

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 13d

How about that? DO NOT TRUST THIS BOUNCY HOUSE is a Chuckle Challenge Champion! Happy to have brought the funny for this contest and looking forward to entering again next year!
#kidlitchucklechallenge

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 21d

Yes! I especially like the spooky ones 👻

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 21d

What a delight to hear @mccallhoylebooks.bsky.social interviewed on one of my favorite podcasts, Middle Grade Matters! Give it a listen: open.spotify.com/episode/4iji...
#kidlit #middlegrade @shannonballoon.bsky.social

Ep. 97: McCall Hoyle (Forever Ripley) on Exploring the Bond Between Dogs and Kids

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 22d

Love this contest! I'm already perusing the photos and cooking up some ideas. Entries are due by Oct 3. Happy writing, everybody! #fallwritingfrenzy #kidlit #contests #amwriting

Lydia Lukidis @lydialukidis.bsky.social · 22d

Woot, woot! 🎃
The #FallWritingFrenzy #kidlit competition rules and images are up! Check them out here:
lydialukidis.wordpress.com/fallwritingf...
#WritingCommunity #amwriting #amreading #competition #fall #writing #stories @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 23d

Check out my entry into the Second Annual Kidlit Chuckle Challenge hosted by @aprilberrybooks.bsky.social! There's still time to enter if you want to give it a go 🙂 (And thanks to all of the wonderful organizers and judges! You are the best!)
mandyfletcherwrites.com/2025/09/15/t...

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 23d

The Chuckle Challenge

Man, do I love kidlit writing contests. And I was delighted to discover a relatively new one! Run by the fabulous April Berry (anyone who runs a fun writing contest is absolutely fabulous in my book!) and guest judged by several authors I follow, the Second Annual Chuckle…

The Chuckle Challenge

Man, do I love kidlit writing contests. And I was delighted to discover a relatively new one! Run by the fabulous April Berry (anyone who runs a fun writing contest is absolutely fabulous in my book!) and guest judged by several authors I follow, the Second Annual Chuckle Challenge is underway! They are still accepting entries until 10PM central time tomorrow (Tuesday), so if you're interested in entering, check out the rules…

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 25d

Anyone else entering this contest? I've been a bit preoccupied this month, but I think I might still give it a go.

April Berry | KidLit @aprilberrybooks.bsky.social · Aug 25

Oh, friends! My heart is so full. The #kidlit community has been so supportive of the 2025 #KidlitChuckleChallenge humor writing contest.

Please take a moment to follow our generous prize donors on social media.

Find the full list of prize donors here: aprilberrybooks.com/2025-kidlit-...

Welcome to the 2025 Kidlit Chuckle Challenge! - April Berry Books LLC

Welcome to the 2025 Kidlit Chuckle Challenge! This humor writing contest features fun (and funny) writing prompts and great prizes. Check it out!

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 25d

OMG, I love that book! And yes, my entry is shaping up rather dark...

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · 25d

So honored that my PB was among the LIKED in this contest! Fingers crossed it'll get more love as the results from the other agents and editors come in.

SCBWI Southern Breeze Region @scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social · 28d

The results are in for Pitch-a-Palooza ‘25 judge Kelly Dyksterhouse, agent at Tobias Literary Agency! Out of 82 entries, she LIKED 10 entries across #YA, #MG, #PB and #GN categories. Congrats to all, and don’t forget that we have 5 judges left to respond! @scbwi.bsky.social

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · Sep 8

Two more months until this writing intensive! I cannot wait!! Be sure to reserve your seat soon!

Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · Aug 19

Be sure to check out this writing intensive we're hosting on November 8th in Decatur, GA. Registration is open now! More info here: www.scbwi.org/events/story...
@scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social @scbwi.bsky.social @scbwimidsouth.bsky.social

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · Sep 8

One of my favorite @stephenking.bsky.social novels releases as a full length feature Friday AND @markhamillofficial.bsky.social is in the cast?! Worlds collide!! 🤯 Pre-ordering my ticket to The Long Walk now!

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · Sep 7

Yes! You should check out all McCall's books -- Millie, Stella, and Just Gus all have dog protagonists. And they are great reads. 😊

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · Sep 3

Just picked up our copy of @mccallhoylebooks.bsky.social's new release FOREVER RIPLEY. Cannot wait to dig into this!!! @scbwi.bsky.social @scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social #kidlit #middlegrade

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · Sep 2

Thanks for the encouragement. 🤗 It's a tough road...

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · Sep 2

This makes me wish I could draw better... Illustrators, you don't want to miss this!

Jime Wimmer @prettylines.bsky.social · Aug 31

Registration is now open for our Savannah Illustration Intensive! We have a children’s illustration agent attending in person! Kelly Pelsue with MorganGaynin.com & we have 3 intense workshops to choose from in the afternoon!
www.scbwi.org/events/illus...

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · Sep 2

Query Update: September 2025

As summer comes to a close, I've nearly reached my goal of 100 queries. Woo-hoo! Here are the stats for September: Total queries sent: 92 queries sent (4 editors, 88 agents)Rejections/no reply: 69 Requests: 5 Sadly, I received a kind rejection this morning on the…

Query Update: September 2025

As summer comes to a close, I've nearly reached my goal of 100 queries. Woo-hoo! Here are the stats for September: Total queries sent: 92 queries sent (4 editors, 88 agents)Rejections/no reply: 69 Requests: 5 Sadly, I received a kind rejection this morning on the partial request I sent in July. And I have yet to receive any more requests.

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · Aug 29

Inspired by this delightful graphic novel by @leilaboukarim.bsky.social, Violet and I made hummus just like Zips & Eeloo (but with fewer mishaps 🤣) What a fun read, and great idea for an activity for the kids. Now if only we could get our hands on some Zingerblitz... @stacysjensen.bsky.social

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Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi @mandyfletcher.bsky.social · Aug 19

Be sure to check out this writing intensive we're hosting on November 8th in Decatur, GA. Registration is open now! More info here: www.scbwi.org/events/story...
@scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social @scbwi.bsky.social @scbwimidsouth.bsky.social

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