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Author Tracey West (she/her)

@traceywest.bsky.social

Author. Book Fairy. Believer that all kids deserve to see themselves in literature. www.traceywest.com www.dragonwagonbookbus.com https://linktr.ee/traceywestbooks

211 Followers  |  81 Following  |  38 Posts  |  Joined: 20.11.2024  |  2.2634

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Dragon Masters fan Mia came to visit me at the Dragon Wagon yesterday and gave me this Worm and Drake she made from pipe cleaners. Isnโ€™t it cool? Thanks, Mia!

03.08.2025 15:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I am standing with other kidlit and YA authors as part of Authors for Immigrant Rights, a group calling for an end to the constitutional abuses against immigrants. Check out @authors4immigrants.bsky.social

09.07.2025 19:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Trans kids: you are seen. You are loved. No court ruling can change your worth.

19.06.2025 03:59 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Happy #independentbookstoreday!

26.04.2025 16:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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First Dragon Wagon event of the season is a wrap! We gave away 76 books to kids in Masonville NY. Hooray for #bookjoy

14.04.2025 01:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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My rural community showed up today and itโ€™s a good feeling. #handsoff2025

06.04.2025 00:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Iโ€™m coming to Toronto with my friend Mitali Banerjee Ruthโ€™s!  Sat May 3 Toronto Public Library 1:30. Sun May 4 Indigo Brampton time TBA

Iโ€™m coming to Toronto with my friend Mitali Banerjee Ruthโ€™s! Sat May 3 Toronto Public Library 1:30. Sun May 4 Indigo Brampton time TBA

More exciting news! I am finally visiting Toronto thanks to Scholastic Canada, where Iโ€™ll be doing two events with my Branches buddy, Mitali Banerjee Ruths. Registration is required for May 3: #dragonmasters www.eventbrite.com/e/dragon-mas...

02.04.2025 21:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I had a blast talking with Tara and Steve and today the episode is available wherever you get your podcasts.
Thanks @4kidsflashback.com

02.04.2025 16:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 9    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Harriet the Spy. And yes.

01.04.2025 03:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Had a blast talking about my days of writing Pokรฉmon books.

26.03.2025 20:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I had a great time talking with you! Brought back so many memories. Thanks for having me on.

26.03.2025 20:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Every day I send out a pile of mail destined for readers, parents, teachers and librarians in all corners of the world. The US mail helps me make connections, spread book joy, and sell books. #savetheusps

24.03.2025 15:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

In my opinion itโ€™s the Chroma because the Chroma is despair, and without hope all is lost. Glad you enjoyed the books!

15.03.2025 02:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Yes, she realized that their skills could help in a way hers couldnโ€™t.

15.03.2025 02:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thatโ€™s a tricky question, because their powers are so different.

15.03.2025 02:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks! And fun fact: I stood up and screamed too. I had no idea that was going to happen.

11.03.2025 21:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Did you know you can head over to my website to sign up for my monthly newsletter? Itโ€™s the best way to get news about books, contests, and appearances, and each one comes with a free, printable activity.

07.03.2025 00:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks for pre-ordering and happy reading!

07.03.2025 00:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
14.02.2025 20:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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If youโ€™re seeing this please accept a virtual hug from me.

14.02.2025 15:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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January means bringing the bookshelves in from The Dragon Wagon book bus and doing inventory. All done, thanks to the best crew ever!

26.01.2025 19:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Oh wow, your Dragon Master is a perfect Drake! Happy Bookoween!

24.01.2025 14:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I stand in community with all trans people and their families. No legislation can erase them. #libertyandjusticeforall

22.01.2025 01:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
We stand united against the deeply unconstitutional movement to limit the freedom to read. We unequivocally support the availability of diverse voices on our library shelves, in our schools, and in our culture. We pledge to band together against the oppression of literature, to speak when our voices are silenced, to go where our bodies are needed, and to fight as one to ensure this freedom. Together, we shall be fearless.
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Our concern is not only for the books themselves, but for the children, families, educators, librarians, and communities that suffer when the freedom to read is challenged and taken away. We abhor the bias of the current organized attempt to censor books in schools and libraries across our nation, particularly because of these effortsโ€™ insidious targeting of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ stories, erasure of history, and silencing of voices that speak truthfully about essential human experiences. The great power of literature is its ability to create empathy, foster self-empowerm

We stand united against the deeply unconstitutional movement to limit the freedom to read. We unequivocally support the availability of diverse voices on our library shelves, in our schools, and in our culture. We pledge to band together against the oppression of literature, to speak when our voices are silenced, to go where our bodies are needed, and to fight as one to ensure this freedom. Together, we shall be fearless. โ€จ Our concern is not only for the books themselves, but for the children, families, educators, librarians, and communities that suffer when the freedom to read is challenged and taken away. We abhor the bias of the current organized attempt to censor books in schools and libraries across our nation, particularly because of these effortsโ€™ insidious targeting of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ stories, erasure of history, and silencing of voices that speak truthfully about essential human experiences. The great power of literature is its ability to create empathy, foster self-empowerm

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16.01.2024 20:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 125    ๐Ÿ” 51    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 9

Wowza, youโ€™re raising a great reader! Please give him a dragon-sized hello from me

16.01.2025 13:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Cute little find todayโ€”a vintage bank meant for saving up book buying money.

12.01.2025 22:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Interesting read. But itโ€™s more than just bypassing, right? Itโ€™s also sharing the correct information, just not in direct response to the false info.

12.01.2025 22:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I am so excited to announce my new series coming out this fall in collaboration with illustrator Carolina Vasquez! Dragon Hill is part of the Scholastic Acorn line of books for emergent readers ages 4-7. This series is set in the Dragon Masters world but the main characters are young dragons.

11.01.2025 17:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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