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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: June 2012
Member Monday: So others may read
Book worship is inherent in all of the posts here at Creative Chaos. The art and craft of the book as object is certainly part of this but more– it is about the unlimited possibilities and pleasure of reading. As many of … Continue reading
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Tagged books, early readers, kids, literacy, member monday, mfa, picture book
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Book Review Wednesday: Jersey Tomatoes are the Best
Shop Indie Bookstores The summer 2012 Olympics in London are only weeks away. After the opening ceremonies, with its choreography and flames, the athletes will get down to doing what they do best– playing their sport. For most of them, … Continue reading
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Tagged ballet, book review wednesday, point of view, tennis, young adult
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Member Monday: Quick Links Version
Good morning friends! I’m on a final push with my WIP so I’m keeping today short, and informative with links to other important stuff. 1. A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about the upcoming call for proposals for the … Continue reading
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Tagged awards, book launch, CFP, conference, grants, marketing, pal member, scbwi, workshop proposals
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Poetry Friday: The Rhododendron
The Rhododendron by Anna J. Boll Stumble on a bush all abuzz with busy bees, Gathering pink pollen just as slowly as they please. Their striped bodies tumble into fragrant blossom cups, Then drunk with pollen powder they can hardly … Continue reading


