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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Here is an example of an FSP book for teens. Looking forward to getting this out in the world April 2027. ❤️https://www.teachercreatedmaterials.com/products/on-my-terms-a-teen-guide-to-understanding-trauma-and-choosing-your-future-158995?unavailable=true&availabilityDate=2027-04-13

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On My Terms: A Teen Guide to Understanding Trauma and Choosing Your Future

<p>On My Terms helps teens heal from trauma with practical tools, hope, and support for emotional, mental, physical, and social well-being.</p>

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

#callforsubmissions NF strategy books to support tough topics relevant to older kids (9-13) and teens (13-18) by professionals who work with kids/teens. I'm interested in topics where you have expertise and see a need. Submit here by Sept. 7: freespiritpublishing.submittable.com/submit/13490....

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Free Spirit Publishing, Curiosity Unlocked Books, and Shell Professional - Free Spirit Submissions

Free Spirit Publishing is committed to uplifting diverse voices with books that are relevant and inclusive for the youth we serve. We are especially seeking manuscripts from authors of diverse represe...

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Yes, we are accepting submission with animal main characters for Curiosity Unlocked Books! 🐻🦚🐙

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Hey! 👋 We're now accepting submissions for Curiosity Unlocked Books! If you've already submitted to me for Math Fiction or STEAM fiction on the previous forms, your manuscript is already under review. Learn more and submit here: freespiritpublishing.submittable.com/submit/35266...

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Children's Bookshelf @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Teacher Created Materials Announces New Imprint buff.ly/wkykYtG

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

I'm so excited to share our new imprint at TCM: Curiosity Unlocked Books! Learn more here: www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/... I'll be posting more about our submission guidelines this week! I'm seeking books for curious kids. 💕

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Teacher Created Materials Announces New Imprint

Curiosity Unlocked Books, Teacher Created Materials

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

We don't have a limit on submissions. I look forward to reviewing your manuscripts!

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

It will be open through at least the end of the year, likely longer. We don't currently have plans for closing the submission window.

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

I think I've turned my DMs on now. Sorry about that!

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

We're growing our Disability Books for Kids series! If you are interested in authoring a picture book about your lived experience with a disability as a child, please DM me. #callforauthors #callforsubmissions #MSWL #manuscriptwishlist www.teachercreatedmaterials.com/products/mor...

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More Than What Eyes See: A book about blindness

Explore a diverse range of educational products for early childhood literacy, social-emotional learning, and differentiated instruction.

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

I'm seeking submissions for high-interest picture books and early chapter books aligned with social studies topics—fun read-aloud titles written to inspire a love of learning, not necessarily written to teach content. Learn more and submit here: freespiritpublishing.submittable.com/submit/33759...

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Free Spirit Publishing and Shell Education - Call for Social Studies Books for Kids

Description: Teacher Created Materials is seeking submissions for new lines of high-interest picture books and early chapter books aligned with social studies topics. These should be fun read-aloud ti...

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

The Black Voices in Children’s Literature Writing Contest 2025 is OPEN! Submit your children’s picture book for a chance to win! Please share. Details here: go.teachercreatedmaterials.com/free-spirit/... #writingcontest #blackvoices #pbwritingcontest #callforsubmissions

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Black Voices in Children’s Literature: Writing Contest

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Hello! We're open to submissions. Here are our submission guidelines: www.teachercreatedmaterials.com/submission-g.... Can you point me towards the page stating the we're closed to submissions?

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Submission Guidelines | Teacher Created Materials

Teacher Created Materials is accepting submissions from authors and agents for our Free Spirit Publishing and Shell Education imprints.

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

#MSWL: Strategy #NF books to address tough topics, concerns, questions, & challenges faced by kids ages 8-12. Seeking new & timely topics based on your passion & expertise. #MSWL #toughtopics #kids #kidlit #teachers #writers #authors #selfhelpforkids 🧠❤️ ✏️ www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/de...

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Deidra Purvis – The Official Manuscript Wish List Website

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Happy #MSWL Day! 🎉 I acquire for @freespiritbooks.bsky.social and am seeking #picturebooks with authentic representation for children from underrepresented religions. View my full wish list & learn how to submit here: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/de.... #kidlit #SEL #identity #pb #writers

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Deidra Purvis – The Official Manuscript Wish List Website

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Attention #kidlit authors and #educators: Free Spirit Publishing and Shell Education are now open to submissions! 🎉📚 Review our guidelines and how to submit here: www.teachercreatedmaterials.com/submission-g.... #writers #callforsubmission #mswl

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Submission Guidelines

Teacher Created Materials is accepting submissions from authors and agents for our Free Spirit Publishing and Shell Education imprints.

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

@manuscriptwishlist.bsky.social Excited to see the community of #writers here! Please add me to your editor starter pack. 😁📚✏️

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 10/09/2024

📣 NOW OPEN: The 1st annual Latino Voices in Children's Literature Writing Contest is here! Cosponsored by Con Todo Press, the contest aims to uplift Latino picture book writers and their authentic stories📝❤️ ENTER NOW: hubs.ly/Q02N_vQK0

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Latino Voices in Children’s Literature: Writing Contest

Learn about the Latino Voices in Children's Literature Writing Contest submission criteria, contest guidelines, and prizes.

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 26/01/2024

When I started at Free Spirit, the office was buzzing with excitement over Dear Dad: Love, Nelson by Margarett McBride. It made me so confident in my decision to take over as acquiring editor for this imprint; these are exactly the types of books we need. www.michigandaily.com/arts/books/d...

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Deidra Purvis @fspacquisitions.bsky.social · 23/01/2024

I made two successful connections with authors from the 2023 #PBParty, and I can wait to see what you all submit this year. Thank you for all your work on this, @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social. 💕📚

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