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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Hi everyone. Have you played Rock Paper Scissors in a country other than the U.S.? I'd love to hear what version you've played in that language, including any fun twists. Could be a different order for the objects, different objects, fun chants, etc. Thanks!

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The Big Bang Theory Sheldon Rock Paper Scissors Lizard Spock Rankings

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Yes, we’ve reached that point in the Pacific Northwest summer when one must always put your arms out front in a chopping motion when leaving your house or working in the garden.

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When You Walk Through A Spider Web Tweaking

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

And the answer is???? (from fellow dinosaur)

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Feeling the acute grief that comes from losing an animal member of the family. Cradled our sweet little lovebird Milo this morning while she slowly lost her battle to illness. I’m a writer and yet I don’t have the words. I know we’re not alone — and I feel you.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

I’ll confess that my knowledge is still too superficial about the background leading to Juneteenth. Appreciate the curated list!

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

I solemnly swear I'm using my yummy brain to bring a zombie manuscript back to life! #KidLitZombieWeek. Thanks for organizing this event (and the extra day to do the form. 🙃)

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Great post!! I think what is working in my zombie manuscript is that my main character's deep sense of longing comes through. I will strive to keep that as I revise.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Like several others, am I revising too safely resonates. Sometimes nibbling around the edges definitely isn’t enough. But it can be hard to let go. And I think it helps when you have understanding critique partners who support the experimentation!

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

This one has me pondering hard. I've actually been thinking my zombie story might work better as an early chapter book. So maybe I'm killing off the story vessel I've been clinging to for way too long.

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Lucille Ball's Iconic Whatever Shrug

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Great behind-the-book story, thanks for sharing! And looks like a great book. Going on the to-read list. I think the nugget of truth for my zombie story is that, for every "can't do" we experience in life, there are so many more "can do" examples. And "can't" is sometimes forever, sometimes not.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

I will try starting over with a blank page for one of my old stories I don't want to abandon. And I will ask myself and picture afresh the readers I want to discover it. Who is it really meant to reach?

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Heads up to #amwriting and #kidlit friends. Here's a fun way next week to breath life into a dead story stuck in your digital graveyard. I'm in!

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Go check this out. Lots of interesting offerings!

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Anyone else participating in the EarthRise Rolling Haiku Collaboration? As an early riser, one particular poem spoke to me and I just added my own contribution as the sun came up. Such a beautiful idea. thehaikufoundation.org/earthrise-ro...

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Good luck to everyone entering #PBParty today and huge thanks to @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social and all of the judges for their volunteer efforts supporting the kidlit community!

Colorful graphic with the words PBParty Participant.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Love this annual writing event. Posted my 50-word entry called Slug Salad. Open through today (March 3) to post (or just go be inspired by the incredible breadth of creativity. With huge thanks for Vivian Kirkfield, her volunteer helpers and the many industry professionals offering prizes.

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THE #50PRECIOUSWORDS 2026 INTERNATIONAL WRITING CONTEST IS OPEN!!!

Hurray! It’s time for the #50PreciousWords 2026 International Writing Contest! And THIS is the OFFICIAL contest post. If you are participating, please read through the guidelines and then pos…

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

My new blog post explores how everyday creativity is about any activities we find personally creative and useful -- and without always seeking external validation. Curious whether that resonates with others.

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The Quiet, Personal Rewards of Everyday Creativity

Everyday creativity looks like any activity that is new and useful without recognition needed from society.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Taking stock of our everyday creative practices can help fill our cup and yield surprises. May this new post help in doing your own year-end reflection. Here we come, 2026! jenniferphillipsauthor.com/how-did-the-...

Image of a burst of colors around a woman’s head with the test, How Did Your Year Go for Creativity?

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

So true. I'm working on a book now that includes how temperature and other variables change the taste of food and beverages.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Yum. Did you discover a new wine you enjoyed? Love the idea.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Love your reveal. Congratulations!

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

A quiet moment Rest as a radical act Don’t disturb my nap #HaikuSaturday

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

My Substack post about trying to both manage & embrace FOMO. jjpseattle.substack.com/p/how-does-f...

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How Does FOMO Impact Your Creativity?

For better or worse

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

I may have to share this with my brother-in-law from Hawaii. He visited us in Seattle recently and took pictures of our squirrels in the backyard, fascinated with their foraging and tree scrambles. I didn't realize they don't have squirrels, even though I've been to Hawaii several times.🐿

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

I have a kids book project in development about hair art and Leila's collection was one of my inspirations. I am glad to hear ghe collection items will be preserved.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

I'm going all out with this year's costume.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Hi! My latest blog looks at everyday uses of prototyping. And enter by Oct. 31 for a copy of “This is a Prototype: The Curious Craft of Exploring New Ideas.” Good for tackling your own life hacks or if you have a budding inventor kid in your life! jenniferphillipsauthor.com/solve-everyd...

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a drawing of a book with the words book giveaway on it

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

How does time pressure affect you feeling your creative best? This is something I’m trying to be very mindful about and influence when I can. Here’s a graphic I created and link to my latest blog post exploring the realities and offering suggestions. jenniferphillipsauthor.com/time-pressur...

Matrix showing four quadrants: expedition (low time pressure, high creativity); mission (high time pressure, high creativity); autopilot (low time pressure, low creativity); and treadmill (high time pressure, low creativity).

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

North Star Editions is giving away a book bundle that includes my hi-lo novel, Walking on Eggshells, plus A Swing for Samara, Prosthetics, Daisy Woodworm Changes the World, and Joey the Good. Send the link to your favorite teacher or librarian before Aug. 1! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Disability Pride Month Bundle Giveaway

Thanks for entering our giveaway! Please fill out this form to enter. One winner will be randomly drawn on August 1, 2025. US only, please.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

To take my mind off all disturbing domestic and international events, I’m binging America’s Ugliest House episodes. It just somehow helps.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Sharing my latest post, including a short video, on my Substack! jjpseattle.substack.com/p/getting-cr...

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

I finally finished my little greenhouse kit that was a holiday present. Fun overall, with a few frustrating moments!

Small greenhouse kit next to plants on a shelf

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Overheard postal staff repeatedly chastising a man for not using certified mail to send a social services application now lost in the mail. 1. Many people relying on basic public benefits struggle to spare even a few dollars. 2. Not his fault regular postage doesn’t = reliable service. Sheesh.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Still waiting for mine to arrive. Looking forward to it!

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Giveaway! It feels pretty cool that readers continue to find my backlist of indie children’s biographies about Robert Wadlow, Elijah Lovejoy and Nina Kosterina. As thanks, let’s do a giveaway through June 30. Winners choose one of the books in print or Kindle! www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display...

Covers for biographies on Robert Wadlow, Elijah Lovejoy and Nina Kosterina

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Got a new blog post up, all about ways to get creative in tackling everyday sticky life problems. Perhaps I’m the ONLY one dealing with this regularly . . . but I doubt it! jenniferphillipsauthor.com/ways-to-get-...

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Ways to Get Unstuck from Everyday Problems - jenniferphillipsauthor.com

Do you have everyday problems that could use creative thinking? This post outlines creative problem-solving steps to get unstuck.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

Looking forward to reading this book, so super happy to see a giveaway opportunity. Throw your name in the virtual hat by 5/5.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

Just bought Debbie some virtual tea. Thanks for all that you’re doing for us! Consider chipping in if you can.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

I look forward to watching the replay!

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Just got my copy in the mail! Thanks to @halligomez-author.bsky.social (also a contributor) for the heads up.

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Best thing I heard this week happened while visiting our small neighborhood bookstore: a man came in and shared that it had been a tough week and he needed a new book now! Yes….

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Will try to make it. What time is your event?

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

I need to read this. Thanks for the lead!

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

I read a picture book featuring a grumpy, vocal porcupine character last night in a @thewritingbarn.bsky.social event with agents and editors. Always a bit nerve-racking but great for getting feedback. I'm celebrating with a Teddy Bear the Porcupine fix. Enjoy! m.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4wO...

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The Best of Teddy Bear the Porcupine

YouTube video by Zooniversity1

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Jennifer Phillips @jjpseattle.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Took a Kokedama class with one of my daughters. Loved it. www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/gardens-gard...

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How to Make a Kokedama

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