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Writer, poet (#PB, #NF, #MG), librarian, naturalist, wild bird rehabber, foodie, quilter. 2020 KPBS One Book One San Diego Pick—WRITE TO ME—LETTERS FROM JAPANESE CHILDREN TO THE LIBRARIAN THEY LEFT BEHIND cynthiagrady.com
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There can never be too many books about librarians. #kidlit #libraries #picturebooks

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From the Archive: Brian Moses: Pick a Poet childrenspoetrysummit.com/2019/05/23/b...

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Appeasement at Munich open.substack.com/pub/alanhmcg...

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Write Better Right Now: Plotting Well with Scene Questions At the end of the scene, we need to know whether or not the character succeeded. There are several different ways you can answer that question. open.substack.com/pub/writebet... #writing #amwriting #writingcommunity

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Le changement climatique affecte même les endroits de la planète préservés jusqu'ici de l'impact direct de nos activités.

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The viral Czech beaver story is terrific because it’s a perfect distillation of the grand beaver narrative: the world’s most ingenious rodents, acting without our awareness or authorization, engineering wetlands whose ecological value far exceeds anything humans could dream up. We don’t deserve ‘em.

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My nonfiction work moves much more quickly thanks to various online citation tools.

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Love @viviankirkfield.bsky.social !

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My first picture book for older readers is still going strong! For #librarians #quilters #AfricanAmericanHistoryMonth #spitituals #music

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Because some days we just need a little Shel. “Listen to the mustn’ts, child. Listen to the don’ts. Listen to the shouldn’ts, the impossibles, the won’ts. Listen to the never haves, then listen close to me… Anything can happen, child. Anything can be.” ― Shel Silverstein #bookquote #authorquote

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Beginning a new quilt— which usually means I’m stuck in my writing! #quilting #nature #deer #wetlands

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An excellent essay to read, and another BAT book is always good news.

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Love my talented neighbors! #art #NewMexico #migration #birdnerds

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February: Free Cozy Mysteries: Get cozy with dozens of fun and feisty mysteries! Authors are giving away these stories in hopes you'll want more. You might find your next favorite series! books.bookfunnel.com/cozymysteryf... #books #Mystery #CozyMystery

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The end of an era for sure. My super talented brother was a Blue Man in New York and Chicago for 8 years. #thejohngrady #bluemangroup #theatre #arts

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Writer Support Thoughts: Find Joy Make sure you're doing the work you enjoy, no matter how many other business tasks you may feel obliged to do. open.substack.com/pub/writebet... #writing #amwriting

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This month is the anniversary of Executive Order 9066, which authorized the forced removal and imprisonment of more than 120,000 Japanese American citizens… #kidlit #picturebooks #history #neveragain cynthiagrady.com/news

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This month is the anniversary of Executive Order 9066, which authorized the forced removal and imprisonment of more than 120,000 Japanese American citizens… #kidlit #picturebooks #history #neveragain cynthiagrady.com/news

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Fabulous!

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Absolutely.

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Can’t wait to read this one!

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Some very simple, effective advice!

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Such great news!

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Such bright news!

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Here’s some of the best new children’s literature, as selected by the brilliant librarians who are part of the @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social - a huge thank you to them for always championing and celebrating children’s books! bookriot.com/youth-media-...

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Here's a School Library Journal rundown of Newbery, Caldecott, Printz, and more awards, plus a quote by someone who's in a tizzy at the end of the article! www.schoollibraryjournal.com/story/First-... #KidLit #Newbery #Caldecott @slj.com

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Congratulations, @amedyckman.bsky.social and Mark Teague!

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Authors should have 3 letters ready to go right now: 1. A letter of support to send to teachers and librarians who are fighting for our books 2. A letter to the school/library board condemning book bans/promoting freedom to read 3. A letter to the editor promoting the freedom to read

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Short 🧵: Congratulations to all the ALAYMA winners today! And to everyone out there putting their hearts into making books for kids, I have some wisdom from my older son to share. Back in 2019, he and I were talking about making books...

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19 Books About Wolves • @the-revelator.bsky.social therevelator.org/books-about-...

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OMG! Today is the LAST DAY before #12x12PB opens! Our grand finale prize is a pro #picturebook critique from one of our 12 x 12 Critique Ninjas. Comment to win. Members: Share something you've learned from a CN critique. Nonmembers: Do you have a critique group? #kidlit

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I did not know my dwarf citrus trees would produce teeny fruits! The store bought clementine in the back is twice the size of my limes and oranges! 😝

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Fabulous.

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And a great horned owl.

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Beginning to work with raptors. Here’s a little Western screech owl.

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Beginning a new quilt soon to keep this one company.

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We asked staffers at children’s publishing houses to tell us about their favorite children’s or YA book they read this year. Check out their recommendations here:

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With the ongoing strike at Canada Post, we are grateful for this link to e-issue of the the #CCBC BookCentre's Best Fall 2024 #Kidsbooks featuring #picturebooks from #PajamaPress & #InhabitMedia, and #science titles from #InhabitMedia--and a whole lot more! www.bookcentre.ca/best-books-f...

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As the leaves fall, there’s so much more to see!

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Ornithologist Séan Ronayne has been working to record the songs and calls of all the birds in Ireland before they are lost—and the movie about his efforts opens in an international online screening on 11/24. Info and tickets here: www.birdsongfilm.com #birds #movies

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I love this poster. And all things Daniel Pennac. Quentin Blake too, of course.

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The Hours by Michael Cunningham.

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