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I am a children's writer & illustrator, an educator, and the Regional Advisor of SCBWI Northern New England (ME, VT, NH). I report on kidlitosphere news and events, review newly launched YA, MG, craft, and picture books, and post about the writer's life (women, work, & family). Please subscribe, follow me on Twitter or Facebook and spread the word!Twitter Updates
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Monthly Archives: November 2008
Art Emergency
"If this is an emergency and you need to reach someone in the art department please press zero…" I think this is one of the funniest messages I’ve ever heard. Perhaps I’ve gotten ahead of myself. Those of you who … Continue reading
I’m sick.
The good thing about working from home:You can still work even though you look and feel like death warmed over.The bad thing about working from home:See above. I wish I had jamarattigan ’s chicken noodle soup but instead I have gathered the following … Continue reading
A List. Why not?
1. The kids were home last Tuesday for Veterans’ Day, and then Thursday and Friday sick. It was hard to get anything done 2. I was so happy to get some Mom and Dad time this weekend and they were … Continue reading
Jacob- First Full Draft Complete
I am so happy to report that I have completed the first full draft of my novel. At 107 pages, it seems a little short, but I feel as if I told the story that needed to be told. I’m … Continue reading
Procrastination
I’m very happy that hubby is home. I am NOT procrastinating. I’m working on my WIP. But if YOU need something to get your mind off of work try this. Super Obama World
Five on Friday
1. Looking over my blog posts recently I can report that they are decidedly political. (Go figure) I am not apologetic because politics is a lot of what makes me, me. But, since this blog is mostly about me and … Continue reading
Freelancing
It really is too bad that no one pays me to watch the Daily Show.
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Victory Speech
I keep reading and rereading the news today to make sure that I wasn’t dreaming. To make sure that the results stuck and to feel a sense of connection with the rest of the country and the world. I am … Continue reading
