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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: July 2011
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Fri, 17:10: A new (and very long blog post by me!) Creative Chaos II – What’s new with SCBWI? http://t.co/VGX3cxV
What’s new with SCBWI?
I’ve wanted to post this blog since I came back from the wonderful Regional Advisor retreat in March. I know. That’s a long time and a lot has happened in that time. Of note, I finished my creative thesis … Continue reading
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Wed, 07:07: The discipline of the blog…and a graduation. http://j.mp/otc2Cq
The discipline of the blog…and a graduation.
Here is what happens to me when I sit down to post to my blog these days. 1. I get an idea- "Today is my graduation from Vermont College of Fine Arts." Simple enough. A little yahoo! a few tears … Continue reading
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Fri, 13:28: #bicycling Lawmakers threaten to end Transportation Enhancements, Safe Routes to School and Rec Trails Programs.: http://t.co/osW0Uub
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Fri, 10:33: For a laugh! #books Better Book Titles: Archive http://t.co/RA4ExFB
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Tue, 21:51: What are the best books for 10 year-old boys? The British take on this question. Blog:Nosy Crow http://t.co/vEukTAK #books #kidlit #reading Tue, 22:19: Virtual Launch “Free Full Manuscript Edit” Giveaway Rules – Enter by midnight| DearEditor.com http://t.co/NuVCLPT
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Fri, 21:03: Red Sox release their ‘It Gets Better’ video – Extra Bases – Red Sox blog http://t.co/sIJpddV
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Fri, 09:17: #illustration Interview Without Words: Illustrator Shaun Tan Draws Conclusions – SPIEGEL ONLINE – News – International http://t.co/ZKd9nRb
