New England folks, I'll be celebrating Indie Bookstore Day with these awesome authors at Word on the Street Books in Marlborough, MA this Sat from 10am-12pm. Hope to see you there! wordstreetbooks.com/event/2025-0...
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Children's book author, writing instructor, and general word nerd. Lover of dogs, fairy tales, and silliness. My most recent titles: MY COUSIN'S MERMAID, THE WONDER OF WILDFLOWERS, and CLIQUE HERE. annastan.com
New England folks, I'll be celebrating Indie Bookstore Day with these awesome authors at Word on the Street Books in Marlborough, MA this Sat from 10am-12pm. Hope to see you there! wordstreetbooks.com/event/2025-0...
Although maybe...April gloom makes things bloom??
Agreed!!
April showers bring May flowers. April snows bring...I don't knows.
Rodents of Unusual Size? I don't think they exist. π
The pigeons in NYC are really getting out of control lately.
I'd say The Fifth Season does this with its structure. Oh and the film adaptation of Arrival. (Not sure about the story it's based on.)
How my family's been spending the evenings the past few days. I'd say it's the silliest pup puzzle we own, but we also have one featuring 101 pooping dogs.
Writer folks, I'm teaching a virtual workshop on March 5th at 7pm EST via the Writers' Loft on "Writing with Humor and Heart." If you're looking to add some emotional depth to your writing, this one's for you. (Replay available for 2 weeks.) Sign up here: www.thewritersloft.org/loft-workshops
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Writer hack: A hotel ice bucket makes a great laptop stand!
If you're new here, Starter Packs are a GREAT way to find like minded folks to follow. I've set up a bunch of them - with lists of teachers, librarians, writers, readers, booksellers, Broadway geeks,& the Adirondacks! (thread) go.bsky.app/TV22XkY
New to Bluesky? Here's a starter pack of picture book authors & illustrators to follow! go.bsky.app/G6pUCB
I usually give a book 50 pages or so. Ray got through that whole book, but I can't remember if he liked it.
My current alternative to doom scrolling, now that I've finished my book of sudoku puzzles. Will need to invest in some crossword puzzles too.
Hey #kidlit illustrators, I'm looking for an artist who can conjure hilariously expressive animals with commercial appeal for a character-driven picture book that's packed with dialogue and action.
Respond here with images and a link to your folio.
Please no DMs. Agents are welcome to email. πβ€οΈ
Want the look of lipstick but without the hassle? Come live in New England in January! Your lips will have that perpetually chapped rosy glow in no time! (Follow me for more beauty tips.)
I had a dream the other night that my glasses broke but I still had to drive somewhere even though I couldn't see very well. And honestly, if that doesn't sum up the creative process, I don't know what does.
Hello Writing Community! We are delighted to announce our First Official Bluesky *** #MSWL Day *** February 12, 2025. πππ
Agents + editors can post what they β¨wishβ¨ they had in their inboxes; writers can find their next best fit for querying.
Learn more here: manuscriptwishlist.com/the-next-off...
Hi! It took me forever, but I'm finally here!
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New year, new social media platform. Starting things off right with a festive picture of my pup.