@ckinginator

Children's book author, #SCBWI, MBA, musical theatre is my love language, Repped by @lindsaydauld of Writers House

 Oklahoma
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Joined May 2020
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Hereā€™s a student request that turned out to be super popular in the school library. Itā€™s the perfect fiction story for non-fiction science and space enthusiasts who are reluctant to venture into narrative formats. A ROVERā€™S STORY by Jasmine Warga #middlegrade #booklover
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It's a thumbs-up to @baldambitions's Zak Monroe is (not) My Friend from the lovely folk at Hull SLSšŸ’š If you know someone starting secondary school, get a copy of this reassuring middle grade book to ease their nerves: bit.ly/3IRBHU6. #middlegrade #schooltransition
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Dream day: 1. Met my editors at Bright Matter/Penguin Random House. 2. Was given the ARC of my new book. 3. Found out itā€™s a @jrlibguild gold standard selection. #kidlit #middlegrade #writer
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Happy dance to see my new middle-grade novel SEABIRD is featured in Kirkus Reviews most anticipated fall releases! Thank you @KirkusReviews šŸ„°šŸ•Šļø #MiddleGrade #HistoricalFiction #KidLit
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šŸ‘» Get into the spooky spirit with GHOST CIRCUS by @AdrienneKress and Jade Zhang ā€“ a #middlegrade graphic novel tale of understanding, compassion, and friendships that cross the line between life and death. Out today! ow.ly/fzBZ50WGbbM
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John David Anderson is back with his newest novel, DIVE, and Booklist gave it a star! Get your copy of this wonderful middle grade novel today!
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Today we highlight Picture Book Longlist title What's New, Daniel? by Micha Archer (Penguin Random House), whose glorious collages invite readers into Danielā€™s blossoming world, encouraging them to appreciate all the wonderful new things in their own lives, big and small.
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šŸ˜Weā€™re trumpeting with joy! Thanks to Jennifer Wharton for her lovely review of Me & Lavender. This debut picture book is full of garden giggles and adventures ā€” perfect for your next story time! flashlightpress.com/me-and-lā€¦ @ipgbook @grammy2kiera #meandlavender #picturebookdebut
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624 kids + adults joined us at MOAā€™s Turning Pages, Changing Lives! šŸ“š What an incredible, unforgettable day! Thanks to @mallofamerica Community Foundation, Ciresi Walburn Foundation, @PRFromTheHeart , Picture Book Parade, & @Wiseink ! šŸ§” šŸ“ø @EliPagePhoto #EducationIsPower
An author reads a book on stage as children sit on beanbags at the mall event.

ALT An author reads a book on stage as children sit on beanbags at the mall event.

Three boys sit on beanbags listening to the story being read on stage.

ALT Three boys sit on beanbags listening to the story being read on stage.

A woman laughs while holding a toddler at the event.

ALT A woman laughs while holding a toddler at the event.

Author, Dr. Cherice Roth, hands her book to a child at the mall event.

ALT Author, Dr. Cherice Roth, hands her book to a child at the mall event.

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Know a 5-13 y/o kid with artistic talent who deserves to be published on an actual book cover? Lit Kids has OPEN SUBMISSIONS for the cover art contest for our 2024 anthology! Check out details on our site and spread the word. Keep shining! āœØ litkidsmagazine.wixsite.com/ā€¦ #art #contest
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Diverse picture books about starting school, via @PragmaticMom buff.ly/CKnpikt #ReadYourWorld #kidlit
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A peek at the reading goodness coming in May! #kidlit #reviews #mg #YA #PB For some reason, #scifi is hitting harder this coming month, too. bookwormforkids.com/2025/04/ā€¦
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If you're an unagented writer or author/illustrator of picture books, I hope you'll enter the 2025 #PBParty contest. It has helped make so many agent and editor matches...and we can't wait to see the magical matches that will happen this year. mindyalyseweiss.com/2025-pbpā€¦ #kidlit #PB #picturebooks
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Here's an online picture book webinar I'm leading: "It All Starts with Structure -- Finding the Perfect Framework for Your Picture Book," 6 to 7:30 p.m., CT, Oct. 23, with ReviseĀ + Shine. $33.85 ($30 for webinar, $3.85 EventBrite fees).Ā Register: eventbrite.com/e/revise-shinā€¦

R(ev)ise & Shine! Presents: It All Starts With Structure...

Join our special guest, picture book author Pat Zieltow Miller, for this presentation on finding the perfect framework for your picture book

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I support our local bookstores . . . but I want to share this sale if it helps make my book more affordable. My picture book is also an early reader that uses phonics, rhyme, and lots of fainting fun!! @little_press bit.ly/3AIYJbz
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#PBJamz is ba-a-a-ck . . . šŸ˜ƒ I took a sabbatical while travelning overseas, but this is a FINE episode to jump back into! @KarenKonnerth is a multi-faceted person who turns out amazing work! Check out CALLIOPE KATE and all the fun here: tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/caā€¦
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Do you love middle grade books? If so, we hope you'll apply to join the @MixedUpFiles blog. We're looking for authors, writers, teachers, librarians...or anyone excited about trade MG. Our blog has almost 1.2 MILLION views! šŸŽ‰ #MG #MGlit #kidlit fromthemixedupfiles.com/joinā€¦

Join the Mixed Up Files - We are looking for a few good bloggers! - From The Mixed Up Files

Hello to all of our amazing subscribers, readers, and fellow middle-grade childrenā€™s book enthusiasts! THANK YOU for helping us to achieve: #3 on the 100 Best Middle Grade Book Blogs and Websites in...

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So excited to be hosting the #KidLitChuckleChallenge with @juliehauswrites & @AprilBerryBooks! If youā€™ve ever wanted to try humor, or if you need to exercise your creative muscles be sure to join the fun! Check out the AMAZING prizes & contest rules: hauswirthwrites.wixsite.com/ā€¦

Welcome to the 2024 Kidlit Chuckle Challenge!

Welcome to the inaugural #KidlitChuckleChallenge, the first ever kidlit writing contest geared completely toward HUMOR! Grab a participant badge and read on to learn more about contest rules, prizes,...

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Corey King retweeted
Kailei Pew@KaileiPew5 Aug 2024
Hi, friends! I am considering offering a 4-6 week long PB writing course. We would cover: Concepts that Stand Out: Going Beyond Another Dog Book with Layers, Hooks, and More! Pacing Over Word Count Read Aloud Quality Edit Like a Pro and more! Would you be interested?
28%Yes! I 100% would be in!
6%No, I wouldn't sign up
62%Would depend on price
3%Would depend on content
32 votes ā€¢ Final results
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Calling aspiring #picturebook authors šŸ“š Enter 2 stories (max 600 words each) in the #IAmWriting #PictureBooks #Competition sponsored and judged by @LittleTigerUK. Top prize includes an online meeting with Little Tiger! Enter: iaminprint.co.uk/competitionā€¦ #writingcontest #amwriting
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