I was in a spooky MG workshop last night and the lovely authors were talking about the challenges MG is still facing in the industry. And I am so ready for publishing to embrace middle grade again and realize what a valuable age group it is.
#writersofbluesky #writingcommunity #mglit #booksky
Majority of attempts to ban books in U.S. come from organized groups, not parents.
A photo of three zines (small paper booklets): (1) “I didn't believe in the fight- the fight made me a believer: for people who want to take action.” (2) “Let every word be a wrench in their machine: writing prompts.” (3) “Promotion Beyond Social Media”
In case anyone missed it: three new mini-zines/resorces:
• Ideas for promoting our projects, events, etc. beyond social media
• Writing prompts for addressing this moment
• Action ideas for people new to organizing
Full text + printable PDFs to print/fold/share all at: guante.info/zines
That's amazing! My two sons are huge fans.❤️
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Photo of six books spread out on table.
Just received my author's copies from the Staying Safe series I wrote for Jump! Library. 😊
Excited to check this out after staying in the Sherlock Holmes Hotel in London last month!
Good morning #BookSky
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Trying to follow Julia Cameron's famous advice from The Artist's Way, but cranking out three morning pages, even if it's just a stream of consciousness, feels like a lot on some mornings. 🙂
Hello Bluesky!
I'm a former editor, current #kidlit work-for-hire author, and coffee devotee from the Bay Area.
I'm working on a spooky middle grade novel about family, friendship, and secret identities. Happy to talk all things writerly!
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The 2024 Authors for Voices of Color (AFVOC) auction will launch next week on December 2nd, featuring VIP experiences, writing career help, exclusive authors’ notes, curated literary prizes, and more from renowned authors and publishing professionals!
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