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Thank you to all the amazing librarians who change the world every single day. As a special thanks I’m offering free virtual author visits. Check out the form on my website to sign up. #booksky #kidlit #NationalLibraryWeek

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It's National Library Week and the place we all know and love is unfortunately under attack. Here are five things you can do to support your local libraries: 1. Call or email your member of congress to protect the IMLS. 2. Help spread the word on social media. 3. Tell five other people to take act

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With less than 90 days to my debut it’s time to officially embrace the chaos. #authorlife #kidlit #booksky

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As I person who took a long time to get published, I hope my story helps inspire others. #kidlit #booksky

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After eight difficult weeks, I can finally say I completed the first developmental edit of my second book. I hope I don’t make readers cry too much.

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After an 11 hour detour trying to figure out a plot hole, I’m now back on track. Only 1 week until the book 2 deadline. Hopefully I can make it.

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I received the highest compliment with a reviewer saying my book is like Tamora Pierce. I’m going to float all the way to my debut. #kidlit

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Cultivating hope in tough times #booksky #kidlit

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Now that libraries are so clearly under attack, I suspect there will be librarians following in the steps of the park rangers to resist. Can I submit a name for consideration? The Loan Rangers.

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🚨NEW🚨: Donald Trump is attempting to strip away federal support for libraries. We will NOT let that happen. Last night the President signed an order to gut the Institute of Museum & Library Services. But together, we know we can show up & defeat it. Full EO: www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...

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When I’m editing I like to name my file “dumpster fire” so at least I know what I’m working with.

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Finally had a breakthrough on book 2 of my duology. Hopefully I can wrap up the updated outline soon and dive into these edits. Now if only I could find a way to fit even more monstros…

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Last year I participated as a mentor, and there were so many talented writers!!! It’s definitely worth it for the feedback. #kidlit

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Guess who is featured?!?!It’s me! Super happy seeing myself and the other @mgescapades.bsky.social debuts! There are so many wonderful books coming out this year. #booksky #kid-lit

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I just started this series a few months ago and have been slowly devouring it. A true delight.

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Some may think the depths of a midwestern winter hit in February. But everyone knows true despair hits in March/ April when it snows and you still haven’t seen sun since October.

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Received my first book 2 edit letter. It’s not a total disaster, but definitely a lot of work. It will be nice to dive back into creating a magical world where a girl will topple a cruel government. A girl can dream.

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“DoDEA is engaging in censorship of legitimate views and opinions that violates the First Amendment rights of those who serve our nation and their families, thereby denying them the very freedoms they have pledged to protect with their lives.”

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Disabled rights are being attacked on multiple fronts right now. One is the lawsuit 17 states have joined trying to get the federal government to do away with Section 504. This is DIRE. Info: dredf.org/protect-504/ Script to email your state AG: docs.google.com/document/d/1...

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As a person who has read this, I love this story so much!

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Free webinar tonight. No RSVP or SCBWI membership required. #booksky #kidlit

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Can’t wait until this comes out!!! #kidlit

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And that's a wrap on World Read Aloud Day! In honor of my debut year for a limited time I'm offering free author visits. Check out my website for more information about how your school, library or book club could book a virtual author visit. #booksky #kidlit

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If you've been holding off on pre-ordering An Encantadora's Guide to Monstros and Magic, it's now 25% off at Barnes and Noble. Three days only - 2/5 until 2/7/25 Encanto meets Oceans 8 in this middle-grade fantasy-adventure, set in a Portuguese-inspired world. #kidlit #booksky #BNPreorder

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My heart is so full knowing you are interested in Rosa's journey as a magical lockpick in an unfair world. Out this July, An Encantadora's Guide to Monstros and Magic, is my debut MG fantasy similar to Encanto meets Younger Six of Crows. Add it to Goodreads or Storygraph now! #booksky #kidlit

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Happy to announce my first event as a debut author! Join us Tuesday, February 11 at 7:30 PM ET. Listen as five debuts discuss learning the author business all while meeting writing deadlines and keeping their creativity intact. Link in bio #booksky #kidlit

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This idea is so fun. I can’t wait to read this. #booksky

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So excited to be apart of such a talented group!

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Hi Bluesky! We're Middle Grade Escapades and we can't wait to introduce ourselves to you ahead of our debuts! #MGEscapades #MiddleGradeBooks

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