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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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Tag Archives: lucy
Introducing… Creative Bookings!
If you are a regular Creative Chaos reader, you know that I write for children and young adults. I also offer Creative Services for other authors and illustrators including Creative Curriculum (reader and teacher guide development), and Creative Freelance (editing … Continue reading
Poetry Friday: Reader Participation Invited!
Lucy wants a belly rub in the warm May sunshine. Wouldn’t you? Surely these photos spark the poet in you. Inspired? Leave your poem in the comments!
A list
Sometimes there is the pressure to have something to say when one starts to write a blog entry. I always start thinking I’ve got nothing. Lists help, so here we go…1. Kids went back to school today. I got almost … Continue reading
Six On Saturday
1. We are hanging the Maine Illustrators’ Collective Classics Reimagined show on Monday, November 2nd. If you’d like to come and/or attend the opening, here is the information: 2. If you won’t be able to make it and would like … Continue reading


