Lisa Gerin

I write picture books because I’m a former elementary school librarian who loves picture books! #kidlitchat

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Finally entered the #sunwritefun NF #kidlit contest. Today is the last day for entries! @buchetbooks.bsky.social @swildmansf.bsky.social @karenmgreenwald

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Gorillas, giraffes and seals, oh my! In the 1930s, a female bookkeeper at a zoo gets hired to become its director and becomes an animal whisperer to everyone's amazement. DR. DOOLITTLE X LESSONS IN CHEMISTRY. #picturebook biography #questpit #publishedauthor

I just finished revisions to a book of my heart about a female zoo director. This manuscript is 2! years in the writing & editing. It's a #picturebook. #agents #editors If you are looking for a book that would make a great screenplay too, dm me for a look. I'd be happy to send it your way! #kidlit

#ALA25 was great! Met so many author friends and #kidlit #editors yesterday. Here I am at my publisher @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social !

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Happy Friday! My book is sale for over 50% off. Order a copy and dm me for a free personalized bookplate! First 2 people who order on Kindle I will gift you a signed personalized hardcover copy! a.co/d/83ZnjTx

Lisa Gerin 🌺 Seeking New Rep! on X: "Happy Monday! #kidlit #writers I'm open to critiquing your #PictureBooks or #Queries this month and next before I start edits on my new book. As a former librarian, I also can provide comps for your manuscript, all at reasonable rates! Dm for rates for your manuscript or query" / X Happy Monday! #kidlit #writers I'm open to critiquing your #PictureBooks or #Queries this month and next before I start edits on my new book. As a former librarian, I also can provide comps for your manuscript, all at reasonable rates! Dm for rates for your manuscript or query

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Lisa Gerin 🌺 Seeking New Rep! on X: "#writers Order a copy of my #nonfiction book about scientist Rosalind Franklin from your local Barnes & Noble or your favorite local bookshop. Dm receipt of purchase and I will #critique your full picture book or first 10 pages of a #MG novel. #authorscommunity" / X #writers Order a copy of my #nonfiction book about scientist Rosalind Franklin from your local Barnes & Noble or your favorite local bookshop. Dm receipt of purchase and I will #critique your full picture book or first 10 pages of a #MG novel. #authorscommunity

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Good to know! I’ll be at ALA!

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In DESERT DANCES, a saguaro cactus narrates a full day in his life in the Sonoran Desert. Flora and fauna, sun and rain. Lyrical look at desert life. Arizona author. #picturebook #nonfiction #joypit

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CATS AND THEIR PEOPLE is a humorous, picture book where 10 fabulous felines tell the stories of their famous owners in their own "purr"fect voices. Kids will love reading this over and over again as they learn and laugh. Taylor Swift cat approved! #joypit #pb

Lisa Gerin 🌺 Seeking New Rep! on X: "Any nonfiction children's authors looking for critiques? I'd love to start reading your picture books and/or query letters for a small fee. I'm the author of 6 stories for kids, fiction and nonfiction. Comment below if you'd choose a query letter read, book read or both!" / X Any nonfiction children's authors looking for critiques? I'd love to start reading your picture books and/or query letters for a small fee. I'm the author of 6 stories for kids, fiction and nonfiction. Comment below if you'd choose a query letter read, book read or both!

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Thank you, Ginger!

New book announcement. Excited to share my newest book sale, a picture book bio about suffragist Lucy Stone, illustrated by @alettestraathof. @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social #kidlit #libraries @womensrightsnet.bsky.social

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Rosalind Looked Closer: An Unsung Hero of Molecular Science Rosalind Looked Closer: An Unsung Hero of Molecular Science [Gerin, Lisa, Fedele, Chiara] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Rosalind Looked Closer: An Unsung Hero of Molecular Science

It's my birthday week! But there's a gift for you! Buy a copy of my book (Kindle or hardcover) I'll gift you a free critique of your picture book manuscript or first Middle Grade chapter. DM your receipt of purchase! #kidlit #picturebooks #writingcommunity #querying

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Rosalind Looked Closer: An Unsung Hero of Molecular Science Rosalind Looked Closer: An Unsung Hero of Molecular Science [Gerin, Lisa, Fedele, Chiara] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Rosalind Looked Closer: An Unsung Hero of Molecular Science

It's my birthday week! But there's a gift for you! Buy a copy of my book (Kindle or hardcover) I'll gift you a free critique of your picture book manuscript or first Middle Grade chapter. DM your receipt of purchase! #kidlit #picturebooks #writingcommunity #querying

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My picture book CATS AND THEIR PEOPLE was honorable mention in this year's #PBParty! #editors #agents looking for a funny informational fiction picture book told in first "cat" point of view, message me! #writingcommunity

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#agents #editors this book is still available & got many X likes yesterday! #questpit

LESSONS IN CHEMISTRY X PROJECT RUNWAY
A female fashion designer must compete with men designers in the 1950s. But her ingenious designs, all with POCKETS propel her forward to success! #questpit #PB #published

Lisa Gerin 🌺 Seeking New Rep! on X: "My book is still on limited sale for only $8.25. First three #writers to purchase a copy I will #critique your picture book or first chapter of a MG! Dm your Kindle or hardcover receipt of purchase! #writingcommunity #FridayMotivation #kidlit https://t.co/0osbWpYsbh" / X My book is still on limited sale for only $8.25. First three #writers to purchase a copy I will #critique your picture book or first chapter of a MG! Dm your Kindle or hardcover receipt of purchase! #writingcommunity #FridayMotivation #kidlit https://t.co/0osbWpYsbh

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Limited time sale! #writers- buy a hardcover or Kindle copy and I will critique your query! Dm me receipt of purchase. #writingcommunity #kidlit #books #authors

Yes! Even as a traditionally published author, it hasn't gotten much easier! Hugs!

I'm revising picture book biography #6 I've written. Of the first five, #3 and #5 sold! I'm still trying to sell some of the earlier ones that went to acquisitions meetings and were passed on. #writing is so subjective. #kidlit #picturebooks #writerslife #authors #booklovers

Time for a #KidLitCritiqueDay giveaway! Jessica Stremer is offering a critique on a non-fiction non rhyming picture book with 900 words or less.
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