Hey, kidlit community. This is just a quick note to say thanks. I know it's pretty tough out there right now. Things cycle in and out. It will get sunnier soon. But I'm awfully glad to be in the jumble with you.Hey, kidlit community. This is just a quick note to say thanks. I know it's pretty tough out there right now. Things cycle in and out. It will get sunnier soon. But I'm awfully glad to be in the jumble with you.
When I start doubting myself, it's such a boost knowing I'm part of this marvelous kidlit community. I was reminded of this today. So take this as my reminder to you. You're doing great. There is no timeline. You have so many people just glad to share this space with you.When I start doubting myself, it's such a boost knowing I'm part of this marvelous kidlit community. I was reminded of this today. So take this as my reminder to you. You're doing great. There is no timeline. You have so many people just glad to share this space with you.
The final point I made in this past weekend's @scbwi presentation, and one I think I make in a lot of presentations, tbh, is this: You have no idea how close you are to achieving your goal, but if you give up now, you'll never get there. Keep goingThe final point I made in this past weekend's @scbwi presentation, and one I think I make in a lot of presentations, tbh, is this: You have no idea how close you are to achieving your goal, but if you give up now, you'll never get there. Keep going
So bummed I missed this topic, but I'm talking about How to Keep it Together When It Feels Like Your Publishing Career is Falling Apart at the SCBWI National Conference on Friday, and we're going to tackle all of these topics, so please come!So bummed I missed this topic, but I'm talking about How to Keep it Together When It Feels Like Your Publishing Career is Falling Apart at the SCBWI National Conference on Friday, and we're going to tackle all of these topics, so please come!
Come find me! I'm taking bookings into September/October.Come find me! I'm taking bookings into September/October.
Ready or not, here comes #kidlitchat! Tonight (Tuesday, July 30), at 9 pm Eastern. See you there!
Hi Bluesky friends. If you're looking for help with your project as we move through summer into the fall, I'm taking bookings now. Maybe you're stuck in a revision, would like a professional eye on your work, or need help with your query package? Feel free to reach out. www.alisonweisseditorial.com
Had the most amazing PB package review and career consult with @alioop7.bsky.social#kidlit writers if you are looking for editorial feedback, I highly recommend her services! I’m feeling super-encouraged and also got a lot of fantastic ideas to improve my manuscripts!
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