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"After a while, the characters I’m writing begin to feel real to me. That’s when I know I’m heading in the right direction." ~Alice Hoffman #ThisWritersLife #AmWritingkidlit #Writers
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January 17, 2026 at 1:03 PM
lizricewrites.bsky.social
My time invested in writing is productive time. #ThisWriter'sLife #AmWritingKidlit #Writers
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January 16, 2026 at 1:21 PM
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"Long after a story ends, it's the characters that remain with you. A great character is one you expect to see in real life just around the next corner." -- Pat White #WritingQuotes #Writers #AmWritingKidlit #WritingLife
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January 14, 2026 at 1:07 PM
scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
Registration is open for a virtual event with Karen Boss, Sr. Editor @charlesbridge.bsky.social . This workshop will not be recorded. Register: www.scbwi.org/events/westc... #kidlitmegafeed #kidlitcommunity #pointofview #amwritingkidlit #kidlitart @scbwi.bsky.social
This image describes a virtual workshop for children's writers that will be given by Karen Boss, Senior Editor at Charlesbridge. The class will be on March 12, 2026 at 7pm EST.
January 3, 2026 at 4:34 PM
scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
What an engaging interview by #blogeditor #AnneVaccaroBrady with #AlliaZobelNolan's about her 2 new books! #leewildish #alejandrookif
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Read Local Spotlight: Finding Harmony: The Kitten Who Taught Friends Kindness
By Anne Vaccaro Brady A self-described  former New “Yaw-ker,” Allie Zobel Nolan is now living in New England with her husband, two rescue cats and a rescue hound who was in a puppy m…
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December 22, 2025 at 5:26 PM
lizricewrites.bsky.social
I write without worrying about criticism or judgment. #Writers #Write #Writer'sLife #AmWritingKidlit
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October 21, 2025 at 2:52 PM
drcaberry.bsky.social
Back at it! Book due on 9/1, 3 chapters 3000 words to go! This Book won't write itself!
#BookSky #BlackBookSky #WritingAccountability #AmWritingRomance #AmWritingKidLit #KidLit #ChildrensBooks #KidLit #ChildrensBooks #STEM #STEAM
August 18, 2025 at 10:38 PM
violetlemay.bsky.social
One member of a little quartet in my book SOUTHERN BABY. 💚🎶 I hope you enjoy your Sunday!

#violetlemay #amwritingkidlit #picturebook #illustration #illustrator #mbartists #sunday #sundaymood
August 10, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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This is an amazing deal. CBI is an incredible resource. #amwritingkidlit #amwriting #kidlit
August 8, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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I need more writing friends! Follow for a follow back! I’d love to hear about your current piece.p #amwritingkidlit #KidLit #PictureBook #AuthorsofBooksky #KidLitChat
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July 10, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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Does anyone else remember George Washington hair at the pool? #amwriting #kidlit #kidlitchat #amwritingkidlit #writingcommunity #picturebook #picturebookauthor
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July 10, 2025 at 12:46 PM
thefelttippen.bsky.social
Sitting with my favorite player games, doing one of my favorite things, while waiting for the other favorite thing to start ⚾💖

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June 29, 2025 at 3:27 PM
quincytrochue.bsky.social
So as I put down my paintbrush and pick up my chisel, I have to expect that excellence will take time.
#workinprogress #middlegrade
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May 14, 2025 at 12:54 AM
quincytrochue.bsky.social
I was making a list of little things that bring me joy, and one of them was the straw dispensers with a lever. So my husband bought one and filled it with pencils for the story lab. He’s the best.
#AmWriting #AmWritingKidlit #AuthorLife #Booksky
March 19, 2025 at 8:02 PM
kidlitcraft.bsky.social
This weekend, the clocks jump forward, which means spring is just around the corner! To celebrate the new beginnings of the upcoming season, share the first —or any—line in your Work in Progress.

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March 7, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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For Writer Wisdom Wednesday, we're highlighting our conversation with Ana Ot ("The Heart Never Forgets"), who offers advice on writing vivid imagery, among other crafty topics. Read our interview with Ana: https://bit.ly/4jbvtMr #kidlit #amwriting #amwritingkidlit #booksforchildren #kidlitcommunity
January 15, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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Still on the fence about coming to our spring conference?
This adorable and creative blog post was written by Breezer Heather Phan, and it's worth the read to help you decide. Or just for fun!
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January 15, 2025 at 1:10 PM
drcaberry.bsky.social
#BookSky #BlackBookSky #AuthorSky #WriterSky #WritingBlackness #WritingAccountability #AmWritingRomance #AmWritingKidLit
We will write on Zoom at 6 pm ET today, come when you can, leave when you want, camera on, camera off, mic on, mic off.
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January 11, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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For Mentor Text Monday, we're spotlighting Abigail Hing Wen's "Kisses, Codes, and Conspiracies." This YA novel has an outstanding opening with electric connections among its characters and just enough backstory. What's a KidLit book you love that has an effective opening? #kidlit #amwritingkidlit
January 6, 2025 at 4:15 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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Happy holidays from KidLit Craft! We wish you the joy, light, and wonder that KidLit brings today and in the year ahead. We're here to support you and the KidLit Community. Join us for an exciting year to come! #kidlit #amwriting #amwritingkidlit #booksforchildren #kidlitcommunity #christmas
December 25, 2024 at 4:15 PM
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Sometimes you need to give yourself permission to try something bold. In our Snack-Sized Interview, Erin Becker ("Crushing It") talks about just going for it with writing more experimental projects. Read more: https://bit.ly/3BD1bRO #kidlit #amwriting #amwritingkidlit #booksforchildren
December 24, 2024 at 4:15 PM
drcaberry.bsky.social
So my hope is to burn hard on this project list this first week so that the 2nd week I can get back to fictional writing and CROSS STITCHING, My Loves!
#ProfessorConfessions #CrossStitching #AuthorLife #AmWritingRomance #AmWritingKidLit #BookSky #BlackBookSky #romanceLovers #RomanceNovels
December 22, 2024 at 3:36 AM
kidlitcraft.bsky.social
Are you in a writing rut? Power through with our #writingprompt: Pick a bug. Give it a name and a personality. What does it love? What does it hate? What does it want? Share in a comment below! #kidlit #amwriting #amwritingkidlit #writingcommunity #writinglife #writingprompts #writersblock
December 17, 2024 at 4:15 PM
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If you need to #makeithappen with your words today, have a go at our #writingprompt: What is your character's favorite song? Leave a comment below with your response! #kidlit #amwriting #amwritingkidlit #writingcommunity #writinglife
December 3, 2024 at 4:15 PM