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Start your new year with a FREE workbook filled with soulful prompts to spark ideas and guide your creative KidLit goals.

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January 1, 2026 at 6:09 PM
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December 1, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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November 11, 2024 at 12:49 PM
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Whether you need a break to reset from your writing, or you're hoping to squeeze a few more words in by the end of the year, we here at #KidLit Craft wish you a happy holiday season. #amwriting #kidlitwriters
December 21, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Q: What did one wall say to the other wall?
A: I'll meet you at the corner!

Humor is a great way to keep kids engaged! Kids love humor and ...

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December 13, 2024 at 9:49 AM
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Revision can feel never-ending—but there's a method to the madness. 🌀 Check out our latest blog to explore when (and how) to know your revision is complete.

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Revision: Are We There Yet? | Institute of Children's Literature
It can be tempting to be caught in a revision spiral. Let's consider the best way to be sure you're done with revising and ready to submit.
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April 25, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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Do you need a push to get started on your next writing project? In our interview, Sam Subity ("Valor Wings") offers this this deceptively simple advice: "Keep writing!" Read more: https://bit.ly/4gMfKBF #kidlit #amwriting #amwritingkidlit #writinglife #booksforchildren #kidlitwriters
January 1, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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Is writing dual POV scary? For Writer Wisdom Wednesday, bsky.app/profile/the... ("Words Composed of Sea and Sky"), shares her strategy for writing with more than one point of view. What's a KidLit book you like that has excellent dual narration? More: https://bit.ly/41ijYw7 #kidlit #kidlitwriters
December 11, 2024 at 4:15 PM
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Happy Friday the Thirteenth! As we head into the weekend, we want to know: what do you do when you get writer's block? Do you have any strategies or methods to overcome this writing challenge? Share in a comment below! #kidlit #kidlitwriters #amwriting #booksforchildren #writingcommunity #writerlife
December 13, 2024 at 4:15 PM
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Just a cow on a mission... to explore the Milky Way! 🚀🐄✨
With all the weirdness, pain and fear going on - how about a little light relief…
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January 25, 2025 at 2:04 AM
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When does an idea spark a new project? In our Snack-Sized Interview, Tim McCanna ("Cold") has wise words about embracing brainstorming. You try: set a 5 minute timer and list compelling words. Could any inspire a larger project? More: https://bit.ly/4h2CLAv #kidlit #kidlitwriters #amwriting
December 31, 2024 at 4:15 PM
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How can you introduce some fun in between heavier moments? In a lighter story, how could you incorporate stretches that explore not-always-sunshiny truths your young readers might be learning?

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July 16, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Class runs Mondays for 8 weeks this summer starting June 9th (next week!)

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Plan a Novel with Me Class — KidLit Craft
8-Week Course designed to help you plan a new middle grade or young adult novel or plan to revise one. Each week we’ll dig into a different element of the novel, from character to setting, from desire lines to structure. At the end, you’ll have a comprehensive plan for drafting or revising a story only you can tell.
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June 3, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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This joke blossomed into something good! 🌸😂 ‘Hi, bud!’ – can’t get enough of this one!

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February 1, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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In our newest author interview, we're talking to Serena Gingold Allen ("Sunrise Dance"), who speaks to the power of critique groups to help you refine your craft. What ways do you connect with the #KidLit community? Read our interview here: bit.ly/4gP764X #kidlitwriters #booksforchildren
February 18, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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📚😢 "The poor math book is so sad... too many problems to solve! Don’t worry, we’ll help you out! 🤓✏️

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January 18, 2025 at 4:12 AM
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Nimblewitlit is looking for PB, MG, and YA authors interested in doing a simple interview through email about your books and how they might relate to a future theme in one of our issues. This is a new feature that we're excited to add and already have our author selected for issue 2! #kidlitwriters
September 23, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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Tackle your revision without fear in our 12-week class "Revise a Novel with Me," taught by KidLit Craft Founder Anne-Marie Strohman (MFA). This community-focused course gives you the support you need to revise your kid lit novel. More: http://bit.ly/Revise... (or send a DM!) #kidlit #kidlitwriters
November 29, 2024 at 4:15 PM
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Good novels start by establishing The World As It Is. In the latest KidLit Craft Podcast episode, we explore how Kayvion Lewis sets up the world of the protagonist for readers in "Thieves' Gambit." Listen here: https://bit.ly/4fUAFSq. Subscribe wherever you listen. #kidlit #amwriting #kidlitwriters
November 26, 2024 at 4:15 PM
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Our new regular feature for Writer Wisdom Wednesday: micro interviews with great authors! First up, Lindsay Lackey ("All the Impossible Things"). Lindsay's advice to herself as a new writer is about pursuing ideas. What would you say? More: https://bit.ly/49wPzfQ #kidlit #kidlitwriters #amwriting
December 18, 2024 at 4:15 PM
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Last-minute gift idea for creatives?
Give inspiration, not stuff. 🎁
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December 22, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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When dinosaurs ruled the Earth... They also took naps! 🦖💤 Because even the fiercest creatures need their rest. 🛌✨

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January 14, 2025 at 3:34 AM
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Love Mentor Text Monday? Check out our Ask the Author Book Club starting in Jan! Each month focuses on a mentor text, featuring novels from Stacey Lee, Michael Leali, Randy Ribay, and Lindsay Lackey. Nerd out about craft with fellow #kidlitwriters. More: https://bit.ly/3ZODsaC #kidlit #amwriting
December 16, 2024 at 4:15 PM
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With all the weirdness, pain and fear going on - how about a little light relief!
Who knew cats had such good taste? If you’re a cat-lover, this joke is purr-fection! 😂💜

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January 28, 2025 at 3:07 AM
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January 16, 2025 at 1:33 AM