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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Relocation insights, tips, and a recap of some challenging experiences. snakesandsentences.substack.com/p/most-chall...

Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Happy Friday! Here is a short story about desire, crossing a threshold, facing adversity, and a return of the hero that I hope brings a smile.

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

In which I share my insecurities and my emotions as I reflect on the ups and downs of this writing life. substack.com/home/post/p-...

Some of the highlights of my writing career are moments that are not measurable by the industry's version of success.

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The Librarians Film @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

For 3 WEEKS ONLY, you can rent the film and post-screening chat on Kinema! Stream the film & learn how censorship is threatening our constitutional rights at the local level with our post-film discussion. Sliding-scale price starts at just $4.99, rent THE LIBRARIANS now: tinyurl.com/TheLibrarian...

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

It would be nearly impossible to put a number on how many animals Tabitha Blewett has helped or the number of people she's reached given her passion for education and outreach! snakesandsentences.substack.com/p/featuring-...

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Laurie (THE QUEEN OF CHESS) Wallmark @lauriewallmark.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Publishing Industry How can you survive the publishing industry? #kidlitlinkoftheday #kidlit #writing #writingtips www.writersdigest.com/surviving-th...

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

My post today features David E. Jensen friend and author of THE ONLY GOOD SNAKE . . . “Everyone has at least one story to tell, or at least one significant anecdote to share with the world. Tell your story.” - David E. Jensen substack.com/home/post/p-...

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THE ONLY GOOD SNAKE . . .

Featuring David E. Jensen, AKA The Rattlesnake Whisperer

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

I’m honored I’ve the opportunity to create books together with David Kenny! His post shares his inspiration, a glimpse at his process, plus it showcases some amazing photos. Dave’s insights mirror my writing process in many ways. substack.com/home/post/p-...

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

“Seeing an animal go from suffering and unable to survive on its own to finally disappearing back into the water or woods is emotional every single time. What makes those stories special is not just the rescue itself — it’s the reminder that small acts of compassion truly matter.” - Carrie Moyers

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Trasi Judd has helped innumerable animals, including a fictional one! It is an honor to feature her and to learn more about her path to publication as she never set out to become an author or even keep snakes for that matter! open.substack.com/pub/snakesan...

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A NEW KEEPER'S GUIDE TO BALL PYTHONS

(a book by Trasi Judd, a woman who never in a million years intended to keep snakes)

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Today is my birthday, and I’m so lucky for the gift of family and friendship! I’m feeling reflective as I think back to a zany memory with PJ Hoover and recall my depths of despair. The Power of Zany Moments and Friendship open.substack.com/pub/snakesan...

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The Power of Zany Moments and Friendship

Birthday Reflections

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Kate Messner @katemessner.com · 07/05/2026

I usually share this poem around end-of-the-year list and ALA awards time, but I feel like a lot of creators of children's books could use the reminder in this moment. "What Happened to Your Book Today..." katemessner.com/what-happene...

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What Happened to Your Book Today: An end-of-the-year poem for authors & illustrators – Kate Messner

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P.S. Literary Agency @psliterary.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Do you know the ins and outs of the publishing industry? We're looking for an experienced publishing professional to join our team as a literary agent. More details on how to apply can be found here ⤵️ www.psliterary.com/opportunities

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Opportunities - P.S. Literary Agency

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

I don’t mind the cottonmouths as much as the ticks. And the mosquitoes.

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Snake avoidance training can be lifesaving! Not all of trainers are ethical when it comes to treatment of dogs and snakes, so make sure to do due diligence. substack.com/home/post/p-...

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Keeping Your Pets Safe and Other Insights

Featuring Braston Gray of Cen-Tex Pros

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

My latest post includes information about snakebites: tips for prevention, resources on what to do in case of an emergency (especially if the hospital doesn't follow the appropriate guidelines), my heroes, plus bite details and someone's unfortunate wish for me: open.substack.com/pub/snakesan...

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About Snakebites . . .

In my first post, I mentioned that I would write more about mishaps following a rattlesnake bite.

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

After some encouragement, I started writing on Susbstack to share relocation adventures and insights, behind-the-scenes book moments, and I hope to feature experts. My first post is now live and includes a super embarrassing childhood photo. snakesandsentences.substack.com/p/why-snakes...

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Why Snakes and Sentences?

Welcome to Snakes and Sentences!

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Laurie (THE QUEEN OF CHESS) Wallmark @lauriewallmark.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Book Fairs Here's an updated list of book fairs and festivals by state. #kidlitlinkoftheday #kidlit #writing #writingtips www.writersdigest.com/publishing-i...

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

It is a huge honor to have books featured at @radexotics! If you're looking for signed books, supplies, and more in the Temple area, make sure to stop by!

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Photo credit: Eric Edge. A while back, I participated in Eric's documentary about snake culture in Texas.

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Happy World Frog Day! I loved working on this book with Bob Ferguson, and I am so proud of the work he's doing to conserve biodiverse habitats! Ferguson’s Robber Frog (Pristimantis fergusoni), a new species to science, is even named after him!

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

This is the face of a little western ratsnake that was relocated from a playground so it wouldn't get harmed.

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Never in my wildest dreams would I have imagined how overcoming a fear of snakes would turn into such a passion and would open such interesting doors!

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Victoria Strauss @victoriastrauss.com · 27/01/2026

Some very cool writerly items in this publishing-organized auction to benefit organizations in Minnesota, including Immigrant Law Ctr of Minnesota and Dios Habla Hoy Church food distribution. Auction runs Jan. 28-30 www.32auctions.com/publishingfo...

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Publishing for Minnesota

Silent auction 'Publishing for Minnesota' hosted online at 32auctions.

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Mae Tang 董美妍 @maetangwriter.com · 27/01/2026

Ursula K. Le Guin on hope. www.ursulakleguin.com/nbf-medal

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Hard times are coming, when we’ll be wanting the voices of writers who can see alternatives to how we live now, can see through our fear-stricken society and its obsessive technologies to other ways of being, and even imagine real grounds for hope. We’ll need writers who can remember freedom — poets, visionaries — realists of a larger reality.

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 27/09/2024

I can't wait for these upcoming events! I have some limited fall availability, and I'm currently booking spring events including school visits (in-person and virtual).

Upcoming schedule:

* September 28, Pflugerville Library Con

* October 5, HERPS Reptile Show, Belton, TX

* October 12, Wildlife Conservation Day

* October 18. LearnLee Art & Book Fair

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 27/09/2024

A huge thanks to U.R. Our Hope and Dr. Katia Moritz for the amazing Austin premiere of Undiagnosed at the Austin Film Society last evening! The documentary was deeply personal, and I was moved to tears many times relating to the journeys of the families featured.

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Harold Underdown @hunderdown.bsky.social · 07/03/2024

Half an hour from now!

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 07/03/2024

I am thrilled to see Naomi Nash: Saving Snakes included in such awesome company on the the 2024 Green Earth Book Award Long List!

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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 01/03/2024

My biggest piece of creativity advice for writers & illustrators (all ages): make regular time to PLAY. Don't be precious about what you create. I also advise creating AWAY from social media, to avoid being influenced / discouraged / held back. #FoundObjectArt

Photo of found object art created in a restaurant, featuring a piece of a Chinese fortune cookie as the bill of a hand-drawn duck.

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 23/01/2024

A huge congrats to the 2024 Youth Media Awards winners and honorees as well as to the committee members and everyone involved!

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 12/01/2024

Yes, we've announced them already, but we're too excited not to share again! You are not going to want to miss this amazing lineup of speakers for 2024! 🤩 Not a member? Register today! www.12x12challenge.c... #amwriting #amquerying

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Phil Bildner @philbildner.bsky.social · 10/01/2024

This is tonight! 8pm ET! Join me, Abdi Nazemian, Padma Venkatraman, and Adib Khorram as we discuss how authors can navigate the shifting landscape of children’s literature, respond to this moment of book bans and censorship, and protect and preserve our creative flow. pen.org/event/you-ar...

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You Are A Writer, Status Update: Book Bans & Their Aftershocks

This session will explore how prominent authors are responding to this moment and how authors in censorious times can protect and preserve their creative flow.

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 10/01/2024

I look forward to presenting at our wonderful local library soon! #librarylove

Photo of Saving Snakes chapter book, photo of author; Pflugerville Public Library, January 30, 2024 at 3:30 PM

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 02/01/2024

Y'all, what an amazing start to 2024! SAVING SNAKES is a Cybils Awards finalist, and talk about magnificent company! A huge thanks to the readers, reviewers, and the committee members. ❤️🐍 📚

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Cybils Awards @cybilsawards.bsky.social · 01/01/2024

They are here, they are here!! The Finalists for #CYBILS2023 www.cybils.com/2024/... PS - and happy new year.! #cybils2023 📚👍🏼

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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 09/11/2023

(*Updated Nov/2023*) Do you know a kidlit/YA person new to Bluesky? Here are starting resources that might help, pls see full thread 👇🏼 My take on social media Quick tips + templates My Bluesky how-to videos KidLit Authors & Illustrators On Bluesky Kate Messner's KidLit Community list cont'd

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Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author @jessicaleeanderson.bsky.social · 04/11/2023

I look forward to participating in the New Braunfels Public Library Author Fair tomorrow with many other wonderful authors! If you're nearby, join us from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Here is a link for more information: nbtexas.libcal.com/event/10879379. #kidlit #librariesrock

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