Caroline Gilman

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Photo of an inside page of The Hotel Balzaar that’s signed by Kate DiCamillo with the message: “For Jenny, who is a writer too. Do not give up. The race goes to the relentless.”

The Hotel Balzaar by Kate DiCamillo features a red cover with a drawing of a little girl and a parrot.

“Do not give up. The race goes to the relentless.”

This inspirational inscription from my author-hero, Kate DiCamillo, warrants sharing with the #kidlit community here. ❣️

Brainstorming mode #newnovel #getinspired #crowgirl

Wanted to do something positive today, so I made a starter pack of Diverse Kidlit creators and industry professionals! #diversekidlit #starterpack #diversifyyourshelves #weneeddiversebooks
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Kid Lit for Los Angeles auction raising funds for LA wildfire relief. Bidding open through January 26!

KidLit for Los Angeles is holding an auction to raise money for wildfire relief. The amazing #kidlit community has donated signed books, original art, critiques, & AMAs.

You can bid on a signed copy of IVAN, a signed class set of MOUSE & HIS DOG, or lots more: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles

My heart is breaking for all of my LA friends affected by the fires. Just devastating 😢

Momming is hard…

A plate with snow like clay shaped into a snowman with pink and green feathers on top of his head, round black bead eyes, a carrot shaped nose, a tiny green button nose and a red tye around its neck like a scarf. Second sculpture is flat with pom Poms and eyes. Sculpture done by 5 year old.

“Snowman and Snowcat Wolf” by my daughter age 5.

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Me...looking for reviewers for my upcoming MG horror...

So...if you like spooky middle grade...let me know!

Look at your housemate— that adorable doggie, your neighbors are lucky to see her on their walks

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Image of multiple sea lions on the rocks. In the foreground is a sea lion with a heart shaped marking on his chest.

Saw this guy on my walk and I feel like he and his 🤎 marking could star in a picture book…. #kidlit

My daughter’s school library has a book fairy… that has its own little fairy door… and leaves the kids notes… she’s writing a note to the book fairy this Saturday morning and I love this so much ❤️❤️❤️

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When posting images, add alt text! Why?

- Helps visually impaired & neurodivergent.
- Helps your post gets discovered.
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Right?! 😢

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Thanks for hosting another great chat!

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Omg the auto shut off would have me on my last nerve constantly.

It would be a lovely gift to the #kidlit community if Goodreads would add back awards for #kidlit and #mglit plllllleeeeeeaasssse. #kidlitchat

Stay safe

What is this game you speak of? 👀

Found object art featuring a crumpled Lindor chocolate wrapper as the dress of a skater in an ink illustration.

Lindor wrapper skater.

#FoundObjectArt #Uplift

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Here’s a great overview of the phenomenal Nikki Giovanni. Truly a legend. 💔

Ho! Ho! Ho! I'm giving away 4 Sherlock Society Gift Packs. (Signed book, enamel pin, and holiday card.) One each on FB, X, IG, and Bluesky. Repost and you're entered for a chance to win. I'll randomly select the winners this weekend!

It's more day until #kidlitchat (Tuesdays at 9PM Eastern every week here on Bluesky). Or is it one day more, perhaps? Do you hear the people chat? Hmm. That'd be a little odd, actually. Regardless, make your plans to join us in multi-part chatting harmony, I say! And I'll see you there!

Readers dont realize the amazing vulnerability that authors face when they publish. Though my manuscript isn’t a book yet- having a cover design out in the world gives me a tiny glimpse into these emotions. Eeeeek! It was equal parts fun and terrifying to see people holding the real books 💕

I’m 3 coffees in and it’s not even 8am…. #saturday

Stuck in a scene? Do what the pros do: use brackets. Write what the story beat is:

[Our hero gets out of the fight through clever means]

Then just keep writing what happens after. Maintaining momentum is key to getting the most words on the page. Meanwhile solutions often present themselves later.

Yes, in fact, there is a #kidlitchat tonight at 9PM Eastern/6 PM Pacific right here on Bluesky. And yes, we're all hoping you join us. I mean, no pressure or anything. But it'd be swell to see you here tonight!

Writers: yes, you are still a "real" writer if you
- have never published anything
- have no readers
- didn't write anything this month
- didn't write anything this year
- can't articulate words anymore
- can only float and mournfully wail
- were murdered ten years ago on this very spot