Amanda Fletcher is querying MG sci-fi

Paths to Publication: SCBWI KidLit Panel Are you writing or illustrating a book for children? Join us for an insightful and interactive Q&A panel with kidlit authors and illustrators!

Interested in learning the ins and outs of children's publishing from local authors and illustrators? Come check out this free in-person Q&A in November 15 at the Sharon Forks Library in Cumming, GA. www.forsythpl.org/event/14661946
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And I wanted to add that, even without the incentive of possibly winning a critique, it's felt good to write so many reviews and give back to the writing community 🙂 Thanks for organizing this!

4. THE (ALMOST) TOOTH FAIRY by Melissa Robinson: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...
5. FOREVER RIPLEY by McCall Hoyle: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...
6. OUT OF MY DREAMS by Sharon Draper: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...
7. HART & SOULS by Lisa Schmid: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...

I hope this okay, but I have been on a reading/reviewing tear since August.
1. WHAT FELL FROM THE SKY by Adrianna Cuevas: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...
2. AWAY by Megan E. Freeman: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...
3. ZIPS & EELOO MAKE HUMMUS by Leila Boukarim: www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...

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Fall Writing Frenzy 2025

Thanks to organizers Kaitlyn Sanchez and Lydia Lukidis for hosting the annual Fall Writing Frenzy again this year. I was fortunate enough to garner an Honorable Mention for my entry last year, and I'm hoping I will fare as well this year. Entries are due by midnight…

How about that? DO NOT TRUST THIS BOUNCY HOUSE is a Chuckle Challenge Champion! Happy to have brought the funny for this contest and looking forward to entering again next year!
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Yes! I especially like the spooky ones 👻

Ep. 97: McCall Hoyle (Forever Ripley) on Exploring the Bond Between Dogs and Kids

What a delight to hear @mccallhoylebooks.bsky.social interviewed on one of my favorite podcasts, Middle Grade Matters! Give it a listen: open.spotify.com/episode/4iji...
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Love this contest! I'm already perusing the photos and cooking up some ideas. Entries are due by Oct 3. Happy writing, everybody! #fallwritingfrenzy #kidlit #contests #amwriting

Check out my entry into the Second Annual Kidlit Chuckle Challenge hosted by @aprilberrybooks.bsky.social! There's still time to enter if you want to give it a go 🙂 (And thanks to all of the wonderful organizers and judges! You are the best!)
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The Chuckle Challenge

Man, do I love kidlit writing contests. And I was delighted to discover a relatively new one! Run by the fabulous April Berry (anyone who runs a fun writing contest is absolutely fabulous in my book!) and guest judged by several authors I follow, the Second Annual Chuckle…

Anyone else entering this contest? I've been a bit preoccupied this month, but I think I might still give it a go.

OMG, I love that book! And yes, my entry is shaping up rather dark...

So honored that my PB was among the LIKED in this contest! Fingers crossed it'll get more love as the results from the other agents and editors come in.

Two more months until this writing intensive! I cannot wait!! Be sure to reserve your seat soon!

One of my favorite @stephenking.bsky.social novels releases as a full length feature Friday AND @markhamillofficial.bsky.social is in the cast?! Worlds collide!! 🤯 Pre-ordering my ticket to The Long Walk now!

Yes! You should check out all McCall's books -- Millie, Stella, and Just Gus all have dog protagonists. And they are great reads. 😊

Just picked up our copy of @mccallhoylebooks.bsky.social's new release FOREVER RIPLEY. Cannot wait to dig into this!!! @scbwi.bsky.social @scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social #kidlit #middlegrade

Thanks for the encouragement. 🤗 It's a tough road...

This makes me wish I could draw better... Illustrators, you don't want to miss this!

Query Update: September 2025

As summer comes to a close, I've nearly reached my goal of 100 queries. Woo-hoo! Here are the stats for September: Total queries sent: 92 queries sent (4 editors, 88 agents)Rejections/no reply: 69 Requests: 5 Sadly, I received a kind rejection this morning on the…

Inspired by this delightful graphic novel by @leilaboukarim.bsky.social, Violet and I made hummus just like Zips & Eeloo (but with fewer mishaps 🤣) What a fun read, and great idea for an activity for the kids. Now if only we could get our hands on some Zingerblitz... @stacysjensen.bsky.social

Be sure to check out this writing intensive we're hosting on November 8th in Decatur, GA. Registration is open now! More info here: www.scbwi.org/events/story...
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Interested in learning more about Kickstarter? Check out this informative webinar hosted by our talented IC Jime Wimmer! @prettylines.bsky.social @scbwi.bsky.social

I just reviewed my first book for the Historical Novel Society @histnovsoc.bsky.social and it is so rewarding to contribute to the writing community in this way. If you love reading and writing reviews, definitely check them out! #bookreview @scbwi.bsky.social
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Finding Balance (Literally)

Today I attended my first yoga class in almost three years. Pre-pandemic me would have scoffed at this. I've been practicing yoga regularly for about 20 years. I attended classes once a week. During the unfortunate Covid years, I switched to online classes before the…

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Got a personalized rejection on a full from a big time editor with lots of great feedback! Making a plan for revisions and feeling equal parts accomplished and defeated. #amquerying #kidlit