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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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Daily Archives: August 10, 2011
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Wed, 10:13: A new blog post! Creative Chaos II – Book Review Wednesday: The LA Dodger http://t.co/1u0sH5V Wed, 11:55: LASCBWI Conference Wrap-up: Quotes Aplenty! http://j.mp/q9cn6r
LASCBWI Conference Wrap-up: Quotes Aplenty!
Saturday, August 6th: Morning Keynote Trifecta- This was my absolute favorite part of the conference. It was heart-wrenching, and honest and hopeful. It was about leaving the emotional truth on the page and getting the author out of the … Continue reading
Book Review Wednesday: The LA Dodger
My family is baseball family. Both sons love playing first base and pitching. My son’s room has a green monster complete with scoreboard and red socks painted on the wall. We spend many happy summer evenings at Hadlock Field … Continue reading
