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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Jul 31

Woof! Woof! I'm so excited to announce TALK TO THE DOG: HOW TO BE A DOGGY DETECTIVE, words by me and illustrations by Madi Wong. Scheduled for summer 2027 from Sourcebooks eXplore, this #nonfiction #picturebook helps kids learn to read the clues of dog body language!🐕🐶🐾
#kidlit #CanKidLit #edusky

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · 2d

Nonfiction needs a hook!🪝
Join me and Sourcebooks editor Anna Luketic on Oct. 14 from 7-8:30 pm for a virtual course with @writersloftma.bsky.social about the importance of hooks in nonfiction. Register here: www.thewritersloft.org/loft-workshops
#kidlit #cankidlit #writingcommunity

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · 8d

Yay! I was just in Maryland promoting the book, and the response from the community was wonderful. Thank you for sharing Mack's story!

Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · 8d

Do you write nonfiction for kids? Then you need a hook!🪝Join me and Sourcebooks editor Anna Luketic for a virtual workshop with @writersloftma.bsky.social on Oct. 14 at 7 pm ET. We'll discuss types of hooks & provide tips for finding your own. Register: www.thewritersloft.org/loft-workshops
#kidlit

description of a course on the importance of Hooks in Nonfiction

Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you so much, @loritecler.bsky.social, for the kind review of THE DOG WHO SAVED THE BEES (written by me, illustrated by @davidhohn.bsky.social, and published by Sleeping Bear Press)!

Lori Tecler @loritecler.bsky.social · 16d

THE DOG WHO SAVED THE BEES by @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social w/art by @davidhohn.bsky.social tells the story of a unique & heartwarming partnership btwn Cybil & pup Mack, who worked together to sniff out diseased beehives. This nonfiction book will engage animal lovers & science fans alike. #kidlit

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you so much for the kind review. I hope you enjoyed the story!🐝🐕

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 21d

Congrats to our 2025 #CrystalKite honoree #12x12PB members! Way to go, @shannonstocker.bsky.social, @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social, @elisaboxer.bsky.social, @nadiasalomon.bsky.social, Srividhya Venkat, & Tonya Duncan Ellis!

#amwriting #picturebook #kidlit #amreading #booksky

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you so much!

Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · 26d

Do you have a new puppy? There are some common puppy challenges and I have advice to help you cope in my latest article for @americankennelclub.bsky.social. #dogs #puppy
www.akc.org/expert-advic...

How to Tackle Common Puppy Training Challenges

Raising a puppy can be overwhelming, but if you're struggling you're not alone. The following tips and advice will help you tackle common puppy challenges.

www.akc.org

Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · 26d

If you're in Maryland, come celebrate the #picturebook THE DOG WHO SAVED THE BEES (ill. by @davidhohn.bsky.social , published by Sleeping Bear Press) with me and the stars of the book. From Sept. 18 to the 24, we'll be signing books and chatting with readers. Hope to see you there!
#kidlit #edusky

A list of dates and locations for a Maryland book tour for the book The Dog Who Saved the Bees

Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · 29d

I'm incredibly honoured that THE DOG WHO SAVED THE BEES, my picture book with @davidhohn.bsky.social from Sleeping Bear Press, has been listed on the CBC Books "30 Canadian books for younger kids that we are excited about this fall." #cankidlit #kidlit #edusky
www.cbc.ca/books/30-can...

30 Canadian books for younger kids that we are excited about this fall | CBC Books

Here are the new Canadian picture books and early chapter books that we can't wait to read this fall.

www.cbc.ca

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Sep 5

Thank you!😊

Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Sep 5

Thank you! I'm thrilled!

Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Sep 5

I'm super grateful for this amazing review from the Unpacking the POWER of Picture Books blog of DOGS VS. HUMANS, my book with @bambiedlund.bsky.social from @owlkids.bsky.social. #kidlit #CanKidLit #edusky
unpackingpicturebookpower.blogspot.com/2025/04/dogs...

book cover for the picture book Dogs vs. Humans with a review quote above.

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Aug 31

Would you like to win a copy of a #picturebook about a rescue dog who sniffs out bee disease? 🐝🐕
To enter a giveaway for THE DOG WHO SAVED THE BEES, my book with @davidhohn.bsky.social from Sleeping Bear Press, follow the instructions in the @kidlit411.bsky.social post below!
#kidlit #edusky

Kidlit411 @kidlit411.bsky.social · Aug 29

We are pleased to host a giveaway of the picture book, THE DOG WHO SAVED THE BEES by @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social illustrated by @davidhohn.bsky.social (Sleeping Bear Books)

To enter, L + RP & confirm your entry in our Friday weekly update: kidlit411.com/2025/08/the-... (+ more ways to win)

Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Aug 30

Happy Labor Day weekend! If you have a dog, be sure to keep them safe. For tips, see my latest article for @americankennelclub.bsky.social 🐶🎆 #dogs #LaborDay
www.akc.org/expert-advic...

Labor Day Safety With Your Dog: Keeping Them Safe This Long Weekend

Labor Day is a fun time to celebrate the end of summer, but there are many hazards for your dog. These tips will keep your dog safe on Labor Day.

www.akc.org

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Kidlit411 @kidlit411.bsky.social · Aug 29

Our weekly big list of kid lit links is up (Aug 29): kidlit411.com/2025/08/the-... Inside: Reading Like a Writer, Art Notes in PBs, Submission Process, more. Thanks @colleenmuske.bsky.social for the illo, Scholastic, @maritererbellas.bsky.social @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social for the PB giveaways.

The Weekly 411 (8/29/25)

A one-stop place for all your kid lit information needs.

kidlit411.com

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Aug 29

Thank you so much for hosting the giveaway!🐝🐕

Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Aug 26

Happy Dog Day!🐶I have a few books you might like. 2 from @owlkids.bsky.social: MAKING SENSE OF DOG SENSES (ill. by @razlatif.bsky.social) & DOGS VS. HUMANS (ill. by @bambiedlund.bsky.social), 1 from Sleeping Bear Press: THE DOG WHO SAVED THE BEES (ill. by @davidhohn.bsky.social, and 1 from Nat Geo.

A golden retriever above the words Happy Dog Day with four book covers below including Dogs vs. Humans, The Dog Who Saved the Bees, Making Sense of Dog Senses, and Can't Get Enough Dog Stuff

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Aug 18

Have you ever wondered what your dog trainer wishes you knew? Check out my article for the @americankennelclub.bsky.social on the importance of consistency. 🐕 #dogs #dogtraining
www.akc.org/expert-advic...

What Your Dog Trainer Wishes You Knew About Consistency

Consistency leads to greater dog training success and can ease your dog's stress. Learn what your dog trainer wishes you knew about consistency.

www.akc.org

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Aug 15

Thank you to the Children's Literature Comprehensive Database for the fabulous review of DOGS VS. HUMANS (illustrated by @bambiedlund.bsky.social and published by @owlkids.bsky.social). This #nonfiction #picturebook is available wherever books are sold.
#kidlit #cankidlit #edusky

book cover for Dogs vs. Humans: A Showdown of the Senses with a quote from the Children's Literature Comprehensive Database saying Told with a combination of a tongue-in-cheek delivery and many fascinating facts, this is a book that dogs lovers and young scientists with thoroughly enjoy.

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Aug 15

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Jolene Gutiérrez | Kidlit Author & Teacher Librarian @writerjolene.bsky.social · Aug 14

We're back to school and here's my first book review of the school year. I can't WAIT to share this one with my students! @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social is such a powerful nonfiction writer, and this true story brings so much heart as well. My review is here:

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Aug 14

If I had a tail, it would be wagging in circles right now. Thank you so much, Jolene!🐝🐕♥️

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Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Aug 8

Thank you so much, Dianna!

Stephanie Gibeault @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social · Aug 8

Thrilling! THE DOG WHO SAVED THE BEES (words by me, art by @davidhohn.bsky.social, published by Sleeping Bear Press) is the Number 1 New Release on Amazon in Children's Environment Books. The book is available wherever books are sold.😉
#kidlit #edusky #CanKidLit

Amazon Hot New Release screen shot of the book The Dog Who Saved the Bees with the words Check it Out! above and Nunmber 1 New Release in Children's Environment Books underneath

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