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Rocky Mountain Chapter of the SCBWI (RMC-SCBWI) @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social · Oct 5
If you're ready to get serious about writing for children, here's a great opportunity for RMC members! Application window for the
Michelle Begley 2026 mentor program is open til 11/3.
Go to scbwi.org/regions/rmc/RMC-mentorship-program for more information or to apply.
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zombicatures.bsky.social
Thank you @thechildrensbookreview for including my book on your best of 2025 list! thechildrensbookrevi...
December 15, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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bandersonwriter.bsky.social
Grow thinkers😍
inspire the future🥳
#comparecontrast #problemsolving #creativity 😀
#educators - free author virtual Q&A visit- email to schedule.
@steamteambooks.bsky.social @kl4gm.bsky.social #ushistory @redfoxliterary.bsky.social #herstory #criticalthinking #trailblazer #steam #edusky #librarians
December 9, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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kathleendoherty.bsky.social
#KidLitMegaFeed #kidlit #picturebooks #kidlitillustration #kaleidoscope #SCBWI #librarian #STEAM #kristynalitten #jonah-heller

December 11th is Kaleidoscope Day, commemorating the birthday of Scottish scientist Sir David Brewster, who invented the kaleidoscope in 1816.
December 9, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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jorenfro.bsky.social
It’s #whiteelephant season. When one person’s trash becomes…another person’s trash 😂 #whiteelephantgiftexchanfe
A whimsical white elephant wearing a sweater and running through the snowy woods.
December 10, 2025 at 4:22 AM
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ljrwritenow.bsky.social
lauraroettigerbooks.com/2025/12/02/w... #Icymi my interview with @artbyann.bsky.social with her fun book about slowing down and unplugging FAIRY GODBUBBIE’S SHABBAT #giveaway #Booksky
Welcome Author-Illustrator Ann Koffsky – Giveaway Alert
Today I have a wonderful new picture book to share FAIRY GODBUBBIE SHABBAT, published by Intergalactic Afikoman, September 9, 2025 and an interview with author-illustrator Ann Koffsky. FAIRY GODBUB…
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December 10, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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ryanraeharbuck.bsky.social
I'm a glamorous multi award-winning author...

I drive an 18yo Subaru. I have to fill out a time card for work. I finish my kids plates instead of having my own. I look for coupon codes for everything. I haven't cut my hair in 10mos. I get nervous just talking about my writing.
December 10, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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classicroxanne.bsky.social
As a writer I think about how fonts will make my words look, but I don't often think about the work that goes into designing the fonts themselves. My friend Doug thinks about fonts constantly & wrote an excellent article exploring the creation of Gotham. frerejones.com/blog/designi...
Designing Gotham
The story behind the Gotham type family
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December 10, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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bandersonwriter.bsky.social
Books❤️📚 gifts that keep on giving!
Honored by @teresarobeson.com's blog post sharing my books. Like her, I urge you to gift books to kids, especially ones that widen their world, spark curiosity, inspire them to chase possibilities & recognize their own capableness.
@kl4gm.bsky.social #edusky
Buy books for kids
I co-taught a class at Highlights Foundation (remember Highlights Magazine? That’s them) for several years with talented nonfiction author Jen Swanson. The portion I taught was how to write p…
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December 10, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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ljrwritenow.bsky.social
#photography #wordlessWednesday #Sunset
Sunset
December 10, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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tcbrbookreview.bsky.social
40 of the Best Picture Books of 2025! From Sophie Blackall's playful pup story to Stephen King & Maurice Sendak's Hansel and Gretel, plus new and familiar voices.
Peter Brown, Loren Long, Amanda Gorman & so many more ✨
Discover them all: www.thechildrensbookreview.com/40-of-the-be...
40 of the Best Picture Books of 2025
2025 brings an extraordinary collection of picture books that celebrate imagination, community, and the power of storytelling across diverse perspectives.
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
December 11, 2025 at 1:44 AM
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letiziawrites.bsky.social
'Twas the 10th of December, and between work, #kids, and holiday shopping -- will I find time to #write?

#momlife #holidays #writerslife #amdrafting #writingcommunity #kidlit #mglit
December 11, 2025 at 3:58 AM
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tcbrbookreview.bsky.social
38 of the BEST kids' non-fiction books of 2025 are here! From Kwame Alexander to Jason Chin to Ed Yong—acclaimed creators bring true stories to vivid life. Science, history, biographies & nature—something for every reader! Which will you read first?
www.thechildrensbookreview.com/38-of-the-be...
38 of the Best Kids’ Non-Fiction Books of 2025
2025 brings an extraordinary collection of non-fiction books that educate, inspire, and celebrate the remarkable diversity of our world.
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
December 11, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Got a writer on your gift list? Need ideas? Check out the @rmfwriters.bsky.social blog today for my annual "Holiday Gifts for Writers" post! rmfw.org/holiday-gift...
#WritingCommunity #IAmRMFW #writers
Holiday Gifts for Writers 2025
Do you have a writer on your gift list that you’re still shopping for? Here is my annual list of holiday gifts for writers! (It’s okay if you leave this list lying around where your family or friends ...
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December 12, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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We are wishing everyone warm and peaceful holidays! @kazwindness.bsky.social is looking forward to spring in Colorado by cozying up with AWAY by Megan E. Freeman.

#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
December 12, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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ryanraeharbuck.bsky.social
The best thing
is when
I feel down about my writing,
but then open
a manuscript anyway
only to fall in love
with it
all over again.

You know what I mean🫶💪
December 12, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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amylawscigeek.bsky.social
There is a divergence of canine opinion as to the value of Pet Therapy.
Zoe’s Turn To Go To Pet Therapy
I took my corgi, Zoe, to Pet Therapy today. Everybody loves a corgi, but she's a very transactional dog -- treats = love, love = treats. So long as we all understand this, it works okay. My mutt, Tegan, on the other hand, thinks it is always her turn to go to the hospital. It is her favorite thing to do, and she is very upset that she didn't get to go today. Next time, Tegan. Next time.
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December 12, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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susanwroble.bsky.social
Need a book rec for the 9-12 year olds in your life? At our annual Story Spinners holiday party, we exchange books… and this year, there were three by the amazing author @erinentrada.bsky.social Take away: anything by Erin Estrada Kelly comes highly rated by #kidlit writers!
December 12, 2025 at 10:52 PM
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zombicatures.bsky.social
My late contribution for Day 7 of #theimaginedbookcover2025g. Thanks to @annamacstudio @jacquie_hughes @fuertgesillustration @mark_timmins77 @ruthfulknit @sudden.strangeness @m.smith.j @katya_tabakh @marinahenina @mosokje @isrossart @jacquie_hughes @children_illustrations
December 12, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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zombicatures.bsky.social
Thanks to my buddy, @rich.moyer for the insightful review and be sure to preorder his hilarious new graphic novel! Help me with Amazon reviews and log them at stanyan.me/team-misf... for a chance of winning prizes in my monthly drawing! My last drawing is soon!
December 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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kathleendoherty.bsky.social
#poetry #writing #winter #rhyme
December 13, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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ryanraeharbuck.bsky.social
I have a book signing this afternoon, but in typical form I'm cramming it all in and our fam is off to the mountains to cut down our Christmas tree first!
a judge is sitting at a table in a courtroom and pointing at someone .
ALT: a judge is sitting at a table in a courtroom and pointing at someone .
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December 13, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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sarahhickmanart.bsky.social
I got to go on a couple of amazing aspen hikes this fall and I've been wanting to paint something in that spirit, so here's a random lady on a reindeer enjoying the fall colors. Happy Saturday!

#aspenmountains
December 13, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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letiziawrites.bsky.social
I kept pushing to finish drafting this #book because there are other stories I want to tackle. But I just realized how much I don’t want to push any longer. I want to enjoy creating THIS story. And that means, it’s going to take as long as it takes.

#writingcommunity #kidlit #mglit #booksky
December 13, 2025 at 11:55 PM
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ljrwritenow.bsky.social
haiku hiatus
everything feels like too much
taking a step back
#haikuSaturday #haiku #photography
Sunset through the trees photo by Laura Roettiger
December 14, 2025 at 12:17 AM
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zombicatures.bsky.social
Still playing catch up. Enjoy a Peter Cadaver Classic.

#PeterCadaver #KidLitSundayScaries
#HolidaySpirit
December 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM