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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Here it is, the secret I’ve been keeping for months! So incredibly proud of myself for this accomplishment! Hard work, pays off! Never give up! #amquerying #kidlit #amwriting #writingcommunity #picturebook

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Maria Wen Adcock @mariawenadcock.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

If you're an SCBWI member, please consider voting for my book MY NAME IS AI LIN in the New York division of the Crystal Kite Awards. Vote by 6/23. Even if you're not in NY, you can vote in this region. Thanks! VOTE: www.scbwi.org/crystal-kite... @ashleedani.bsky.social @scbwilongisland.bsky.social

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

I’m so excited to be a finalist in this years #PBParty ! 🥳 my hands are already sweating waiting for the showcase to open. Thanks to @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social @sylviaichen.bsky.social and all the judges for making this happen!

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Somebody, pinch me. I did it. I signed something ✨vague✨ ! I can’t share the details quite yet, but what I can say, is I am beyond thrilled! Hard work and perseverance DOES pay off, friends! #writingcommunity #kidlit #author

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

After years of cheering other amazing creatives on and genuinely celebrating their wins, I can finally say I have my very own ✨vague✨news! #kidlit #writingcommunity #amquerying

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Hannah Lorenzo @hannahlorenzobooks.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

🎉 Overjoyed to share my Publishers Weekly announcement! I’m so grateful to have the talented Tasneem Amiruddin as our illustrator! Shout out to my awesome agent @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at @bradfordagents.bsky.social & the amazing editors Deidra & Alison at Free Spirit Publishing! #kidlit

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

I'm just a girl, in the querying trenches, looking for an agent who gets how important autism representation is in middle grade. Particularly with how autism is currently being talked about.... Anyone out there? Bueller? #amquerying #kidlit #writingcommunity #ownvoices

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Desperate to repair the fallout with her only friend, Zara, twelve-year-old Mae - who suspects her quirks point to autism - must find the courage to embrace her true self or risk losing the last chance to save the only friendship she's ever known. #DVPit #MG #Con #own #ND

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

After Eden, Cora, and Raj discover an old framed photo, it mysteriously vanishes, unleashing chaotic spells. A downpour of marshmallows begins, which Cora cannot resist. They must find the missing photo before Cora’s lost to the magic and their town is buried in sugary chaos. #DVPit #CB #MR #ND

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

#agents, if I've revised my MS since querying you (added a whole new chapter and significantly revised my chapter 1), should I withdraw and re-query? Or send a message on Query Manager? Or nothing? I really want you to have my latest version but I don't want to overwhelm your inbox... #amquerying

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Tooting my horn for a sec (because, why not). I've had two Big 5 editors express interest in my #ownvoices #contemp #MG novel. Just need to find an #agent who feels the same way!! #writingcommunity #kidlit

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Just booked my #agent121 session with @lilchasewriter.bsky.social for my Chapter Book! I'm looking forward to hearing her thoughts! #kidlit

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

A clay rose by my four year old. I’m seriously impressed! She was so focused and spent about thirty minutes perfecting the flower. She did this entirely on her own by looking at a rose! I see big creative things in her future! 🎨

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#KidlitZombieWeek @kidlitzombieweek.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Don't look now, but that manuscript that's been eating at the back of your brain...it's not actually dead! Help it find its way back to life with #KidlitZombieWeek 2025 #kidlit #WritingCommunity #WIP #PB #MG #YA #kidlitart

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

I woke up to several texts and emails from my amazing CPs to tell me my PB is an honourable mention in #PBParty! This story wouldn’t be what it is without all their support. Thanks also to @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social and all the judges! I’m thrilled for Gertrude! ❤️ #amquerying

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Received a few query rejections that talk about how they love the story and my writing but it’s just not a fit for them. Dare I say, I’m headed in the right direction with my #middlegrade novel? I just need to find that #agent who’s been looking for an #ownvoices contemporary MG novel!

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

I’ve had Dogtown on my list to buy ever since I heard @choldenko.bsky.social on @shannonballoon.bsky.social’s podcast. I was SO surprised when I stumbled upon this signed copy at the store by my house! I cannot wait to start this book! @kaaauthor.bsky.social

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

After a storm capsizes Mae’s kayak, her ex-best friend, Zara, rescues her, leaving them stranded on an island. Mae shares her suspected autism and its potential role in their falling out. They must work together to make it off the island and back to safety. #posterpitq #C #MG

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

As someone who's autistic, it's really, really hard seeing what's transpiring. In terms of my author career...it makes me doubt whether my #ownvoices #middlegrade novel will ever go anywhere. Any #agents out there who want to uplift #diversevoices and support #autistic creators?

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Happy Birthday to IT STARTED WITH A P! I cannot wait to grab my copy and find out the hilarious twist! :D

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Just under two months away from the 3rd annual MGHub pitching event! This event is NOT on social media! Get those queries, pitches, and synopses ready! I've seen the list of participating agents so far and I have to say .... I'm EXCITED! #kidlit

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, I read and left a Good Reads review for the incredible book, Pedro the Pirate, by @ciaralovesbooks.bsky.social . What a great way to blend SEL and humour while incorporating a unique and important aspect: being a foster kid!

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, check out @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social critique services. I can personally attest to how WONDERFUL her critique service is as she provided me with incredibly useful feedback on my Middle Grade novel! kaitlynleannsanchez.com/critiques-wi...

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Critiques with Kaitlyn

Explore the options below for getting feedback on your picture book or middle-grade manuscripts from agent Kaitlyn Sanchez who has sold over 40 books in her first four years of agenting. Picture Bo…

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, I read and left a Good Reads review for the amazing book Too Much: An Overwhelming Day by @writerjolene.bsky.social. As someone who has sensory challenges, this book spoke right to me!

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, I read and left a Good Reads review for the wonderful book, Together We Swim by the talented @valeriebolling.bsky.social . Everyone needs to check out this book! It has beautifully written sparse text that is paired with gorgeous illustrations!

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, check out @professoraixa.bsky.social Latinx sensitivity reading and translation services! Also check out her incredible line up books! www.aixaperezprado.com/teaching-res...

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Teaching Resources — Aixa Pérez-Prado

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, look at Ivan's MSWL and a recent podcast he was on in the links below! He's an Associate Editor at Abrams and is incredibly knowledgeable! MSWL: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/iv... Podcast: www.writerswithwrinkles.net/cracking-the...

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

To show my support for the #SpringFlingKidlit donors, I've read and reviewed this beautiful book by @autumnleaflet.bsky.social. I love the special bond between grandma and granddaughter! What a wonderful story :)

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

To support #SpringFlingKidlit donors, I've requested my library purchase these books (limit of 3 at a time): 1. Giraffe’s Book is Missing a Story by @dkryland.bsky.social 2. Crack Goes the Cascarón by @safajarwrites.bsky.social 3. Write Here, Write Now by @rebeccaglevington.bsky.social Woohoo!

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Why not post my #SpringFlingKidlit story for all to enjoy!? I #entered yesterday and spent some time reading the stories in the comments. WOW, they're all so incredible. Good luck, judges! @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social @ciaralovesbooks.bsky.social

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Spread the word! Contest is open! I'll be submitting for the first time this year! #springflingkidlit

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

I was on the fence about submitting (imposter syndrome is hitting hard these days), but after scrolling through gifs, a story launched itself out of my brain and onto the page. Now I have no excuse NOT to submit! Looking forward to it!

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

The more ideas and works in progress I have, the less times I will hit refresh in Query Tracker. Or at least, that's what I tell myself. Thank you to all my CP's who never seem to mind how many ideas I bounce off them. It's called querying coping :P #kidlit #amquerying

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Kate Messner @katemessner.com · 27/03/2025

Ever wonder why MG readers love novels in verse so much? Here are five reasons these books have become so wildly popular with kids. (thread)

Collage of book covers - OTHER WORDS FOR HOME, a white background with a brown-skinned girl in a pink/peach hijab on the cover , THE TROUBLE WITH HEROES blue background with a light-skinned boy with an orange backpack on a mountain summit with a Bernese mountain dog, GARVEY'S CHOICE, with a house with lighted windows against a blue night sky, ALL THE BLUES IN THE SKY with a girl with brown skin and braids against a collaged blue city sky, KNOCK OUT with a red cover and the silhouette of a boxer on the cover, and THE CROSSOVER, with a white cover and the silhouette of a tall boy spinning a basketball on his finger.

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Lauren Kimberly 🇨🇦 @authorlaurenk.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Desperately trying not to get my hopes up as my MG novel seems to be nestled nicely in an agents 'maybe' pile. Even if it turns into a rejection, knowing that it wasn't automatically rejected is still a wonderful feeling. Thank you, #agents, for everything you do! :) :) :) #kidlit #staypositive

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