The weather turned cold today in Denver, so my leaf-raking wasn't nearly as much fun as Stan's characters are having...

A presentation that the team Neal Porter gave to our SCBWI Rocky Mtn (NOT MONITORED) chapter in 2021 about WATERCRESS was one of those events where we learned SO much. Excited about this upcoming opportunity!

So thrilled to be part of the SCBWI Book Birthday Bash at Second Star to the Right Books on November 19th. Something for everyone with PB events at 11am and noon; MG panel at 1:30 and YA at 2:30. Join us!

Thrilled to have my husband Guy on the Solve It for Kids Podcast @KidsSolve. If you've ever wondered about landing a plane, here are the answers! solveitforkids.libsyn.com/how-do-you-lan…

In need of some great book recommendations? This list of Levine Querido's 2022 starred reviews just exploded my "to be read" list! levinequerido.com/updates/allsta…

Super honored to be featured in Laura Roettinger's blog today! lauraroettigerbooks.com/2022/11/22/wel…

Just here long enough to say I made it in on Post.News Super thrilled to be on a platform where the policy is not one of supporting disinformation.

Edelweiss—and not the flower! If you're a kidlit author, this online platform is exactly what you need for comps, marking plans, and more. You can find my user how-to in the latest issue of SCBWI Rocky Mtn (NOT MONITORED)'s KITE TALES magazine. scbwi-rmc.org/.../06/SCBWI_R…

I love E Train Talks Books's book reviews, but this video review of Sarah Allen (MONSTER TREE out now!) middle grade BREATHING UNDERWATER is especially powerful.

In honor of the Fourth of July and the wonder of local politics in small towns across the country, I'm giving away an advance copy of HOPE IN THE VALLEY. If you'd like a chance to win it, just RT/F this post. I can't wait to share this story with you.

Need a website, or need to upgrade yours? jannamorishima's workshop (starts 7/12) will give you all the skills you need to create an effective website by yourself: kidscomicsunite.com/workshop/websi…

Nonfiction Writers! The incredible NF Ninjas have a fabulous opportunity—a PB writing contest, with six winners receiving free mentorships! Details below, contest opens 7/15. nffest.com/2023/07/its-co…

The shorter version of this workshop was incredible!

KidLit creators! If you are looking for a great in-person conference (Sept 9-10 in Denver), the SCBWI Rocky Mtn (NOT MONITORED) faculty line-up for Letters & Lines 2023 is incredible! Early registration ends 7/17. scbwi-rmc.org/conference-fac…

This is on my TBR list, and I am really looking forward to it. Watching tadpoles in various stages of development was a magical part of my childhood.

Looking for an amazing Children's Writer's Conference? SCBWI Rocky Mtn (NOT MONITORED)'s gets rave reviews each year. Sept 9-10 in Golden, CO. Early Bird pricing ends Monday 7/17, with registration through 9/5.

This #BooksforMaui auction is absolutely incredible—be sure to support it before it ends on 8/25! Thanks to Malia Maunakea and the organizers, agents, editors, authors and illustrators who are offering their time and talent to raise money and help those devasted by the fires.

The incredible #booksforMaui auction has now raised over $87K, with a goal of $100K by Friday's deadline (midnight Hawaii time, 6pm on East coast). If you haven't bid yet, please do whatever you can to help! 32auctions.com/organizations/…

I am so honored to have been one of the authors featured in this post by the amazing Maria Marshall!