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Writers With Wrinkles Podcast @bethandlisapod.bsky.social · 7h

🎉 Cue the confetti—it’s our BOOK BIRTHDAY! 🎉 Beth and I officially have a book in the world! 📚 Write. Revise. Publish. is here AND we’re launching Writers With Wrinkles Press! A book. A press. A brand-new chapter. We’ve been keeping a BIG secret! 😮 Let the confetti fly! 🎉 #bookbirthday

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Sue Sutherland, Author - HOW HANNAH GOT HER LUMP OF COAL @suemt.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Who doesn’t get excited about their memories of the old family car? #kidlit #bookboost #picturebook #cars #picturebook #read

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Writers With Wrinkles Podcast @bethandlisapod.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

NEW EPISODE! 🎉 If you’ve ever thought about writing a graphic novel, this episode is a MUST-LISTEN! First Second editor, Ivan Taurisano breaks it all down, bit by bit, from how graphic novels come together to what writers need to know before diving in. www.writerswithwrinkles.net/want-to-writ...

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Want to Write a Graphic Novel? A First Second Editor Explains

Your graphic novel isn't a novel. It's a screenplay, and editors can tell from page one whether you know the difference. First Second Books editor Ivan Taurisano ex…

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Stephanie Campisi @stephcampisi.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Hi friends, I had a project delayed and am available to work! I have heaps of experience with IP and across various formats and categories. If you're after a writer on a contract or part-time basis, I'd love to chat. You can ping me at www.stephaniecampisi.com

My books, including The Little Coffee Shop of Terrors, Four Weddings and a Funeral Director, 10 Things I Hate About Zombies, Sparkle Pigs, The Unfinished Business, Warrior Fairies, Luis and Tabitha, Two's a Charm, Cruel Summerween

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Writers With Wrinkles Podcast @bethandlisapod.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Need a little inspiration? 🤗 For 10 years, Wendelin Van Draanen collected rejection letters while happily writing the next Sammy Keyes mystery anyway. Eventually, one editor said yes. Sometimes persistence pays off. #amquerying #writingcommunity www.writerswithwrinkles.net/10-years-of-...

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10 Years of Rejection, 40 Books Later

Wendelin Van Draanen spent 10 years collecting rejections before anyone said yes to her Sammy Keyes mystery series — she just kept writing the next one anyway. Now,…

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Writers With Wrinkles Podcast @bethandlisapod.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

NEW EPISODE! Today we cut through the noise of book marketing advice to spotlight what genuinely moves books: word of mouth. We share three low-cost, actionable strategies to spark that word of mouth before and after your launch. #authors #writingcommunity www.writerswithwrinkles.net/stop-making-...

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Stop Making Videos Nobody Watches — Here's a Way to Actually Sel…

Send us Fan Mail Hosts Beth McMullen and Lisa Schmidt cut through the noise of book marketing advice to spotlight what genuinely moves books: word of mouth. Nearly …

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Writers With Wrinkles Podcast @bethandlisapod.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

NEW EPISODE! Beth & Lisa talk with literary agent @nikkigetsliterary.bsky.social, from The Rights Factory, to break down the querying process from the agent’s side. What gets you noticed, what gets a pass, & how to make the most of The Call. ☎ #amquerying www.writerswithwrinkles.net/stop-queryin...

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Stop Querying Wrong: Agent Nikki Carrero Breaks It Down

Send us Fan Mail Beth and Lisa talk with literary agent Nikki Carrero, from The Rights Factory, to break down the querying process from the agent’s side — what gets…

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Writers With Wrinkles Podcast @bethandlisapod.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

First Pages: Charlotte's Hunt for Glory. Beth and Lisa critique the opening page of a middle grade fantasy submission and pull out craft lessons for any writer working on those critical first pages. Link in Bio. #Podcast #writingcommunity www.writerswithwrinkles.net/we-read-your...

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We Read Your First Pages So You Don't Have To Guess

Send us Fan Mail First Page Feedback: Charlotte's Hunt for Glory Beth and Lisa critique the opening page of a middle grade fantasy submission and pull out craft les…

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Join me in celebrating Independent Bookstore Day at Old Haunts Bookshop—the perfect home for my ghost stories. I’ll be signing copies of Ollie Oxley and the Ghost and Hart & Souls. Stop by, say hello! 👻 #independentbookstoreday #granitebay @jollyfishpress.bsky.social

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Barb Hopkins @barbhopkins.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Spring into a new paranormal series with the Chronicles of a Cursed Midlife! www.amazon.com/dp/B0G34S6R9T

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

I'm so glad you said something! I immediately took it down. UGH!!!

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Ooof! Thanks for the head-up. I took it down.

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Hey, NorCal friends! 😍 If you are in the neighborhood stop by and see me at the Sacramento Book Festival 📚 I will be on a middle grade panel & signing books immediately after.🖋️ I hope to see you there! 😍 #sacramentobookfestival @andrewsmcmeelkids.bsky.social @jollyfishpress.bsky.social

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Writers With Wrinkles Podcast @bethandlisapod.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Bonus Episode! 🎉 These days, publishing feels like the Wild, Wild West. 🧐 We could easily devote an entire podcast to the daily scandals and upheaval in the industry. 😟 Sigh. Just trying to keep up one day at a time. #writingcommunity www.writerswithwrinkles.net/what-the-hec...

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What The Heck Is Going On With Publishing?

Send us Fan Mail Beth and Lisa discuss the 2026 publishing landscape. From the end of prestige imprints like Dial Books to the flood of AI content, they explore why…

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

It's a sad day for the Nor Cal book community. 😭 Face in A Book you will be missed. Thanks for the sweet memories. ♥

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

It is such a great book. I learned so much!

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Let’s do some good! RAÚL THE THIRD @raulthethird.bsky.social & I made art together on Gab ‘n’ Doodle. We’re auctioning our pieces to raise $ for the Immigrant Law Ctr. of MN. The auction will last 1 week. To bid: galabid.com/art-auction-... #kidlitart #illustration #art @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

Images: 2 collage pieces by Mark Hoffmann: dinosaurs skateboarding
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AUCTION!
ALL OF THE PROCEEDS GOING TO THE IMMIGRANT LAW CENTER OF MINNESOTA.
MARKHOFFMANN @studiohoffmann
RAÚL THE THIRD @raulthethirdvamos
BID ON THESE STARTING AT 12pm SAT. 14th
MORE INFO IN MY BIO LINKS

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Honored to be serving on a Middle Grade panel at the Sacramento Book Festival alongside an incredible lineup of storytellers—Laura Atkins & Stan Yogi, Lisa Moore Ramee, and Lisa Riddiough. Come celebrate books, young readers, and the power of story with us. 📚 #sacramentobookfestival #middlegrade

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Calling all Sacramento area educators! 🍎 I will be at @clairelynnbone.bsky.social signing books and chatting about all things middle grade! 🎉 I hope to see you there. ❤️ #teachers #librarians #sacramento @jollyfishpress.bsky.social @andrewsmcmeel.bsky.social

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Stephanie V.W. Lucianovic @grubreport.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

I grew up in Minneapolis, please help me help my home state as they keep fighting for their lives, democracy, and that of the entire country. 💜 www.32auctions.com/organization...

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Kate Milford @katemilford.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Hey, friends! Did you know the Publishing for Minnesota auction starts tomorrow (Thursday, 1/29) and ends Friday? There are so many amazing offers--including a few from me! Take a look, don't miss out, and THANK YOU! www.32auctions.com/organization...

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Publishing for Minnesota

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

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Charlene Chua @charlenedraws.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

I’m donating a portfolio or picture book manuscript/dummy review to this auction to benefit folks in Minnesota! You can bid here: tinyurl.com/476wtx8n #kidlit #books

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

I’m proud to support #PublishingforMinnesota. 💙 My publisher for Ollie Oxley and the Ghost, @jollyfishpress.bsky.social, is headquartered just outside of Minneapolis, which makes this especially near and dear to my heart. Bids open 1/28 at midnight EST and close 1/30 at 11:45 PM EST. ❤️ #mg #mglit

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Hi Friends! I have a friend launching an indie book and am looking for recommendations for a reasonably priced pr person. Any suggestions? #selfpublishing

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Let's support our friends in Minnesota. ❤️ I have donated a signed copy of OLLIE OXLEY AND THE GHOST (@jollyfishpress.bsky.social) with an mg critique. There are so many wonderful items I have my eye on. Please take a moment to check it out, bid, support, and spread the word! #publishingforminnesota

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

It is such a great episode! I hope you enjoy!

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Yay! Thanks so much for listening! Welcome to the WWW gang!

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Want to know what is happening in the #kidlit market? Check out this episode of Writers With Wrinkles. We ask what you want to know. 🤗 #writingcommunity

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Kidlit Chat happening this Tuesday over On Threads! Please join us! #writingcommunity #kidlit #kidlitchat #wwwkidlitchat

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

Ahhhhh! Thank you so much! You made my day and I am so happy you are enjoying Writers With Wrinkles!

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Linda Joy Singleton @lindajoysingleton.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

New middle-grade mystery!! Can the Curious Cat Spy Club find the missing cheetahs? A standalone mystery for kids who love animals.

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

I had so much fun chatting with @allyoutthere.bsky.social about her new book! Check it out! Just in time for the spooky season! 👻🪦🧛

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Thank you! Someone else mentioned this book on another page.

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Does anyone have a recommendation for a book set in Napa or Sonoma? #booksellers #librarians

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Congratulations to Kelly Van Kirk! 🎉 Winner of the Spooky Four-Pack Giveaway! 👻 🎉👻 Perfect for Halloween shenanigans in the classroom! 🎃 Three authors, three times the chills and laughs! 😂 #spookyfourpackgiveaway #mg #mglit #middlegrade #spookymgbooks #spookymg

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

Nooooo! In the UK, too???? 😱😭😱

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

Nobody should have to deal with this, especially while going through treatment. I’m so sorry! ❤️

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Writers With Wrinkles Podcast @bethandlisapod.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

We have a new episode out now about self-publishing. If you are an indie author, post a link to your book in the comments. We would love to celebrate you and your success! #selfpublishing #indieauthor #booktalk #booksofbluesky

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Calling all #teachers & #librarians! Win a copy of THE GHOST RULES, GHOST SCOUT'S HONOR, HART & SOULS, OLLIE OXLEY AND THE GHOST, 150 Bookmarks, 3 Scout Pins, & a school visit with me, @rosenbaumwrites.bsky.social, & @careybk.bsky.social! Enter: 👻Like 👻Share 👻Tag 2 Teachers or Librarians 📅Ends 9/15

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Lisa Schmid @lisalschmid.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Thank you for sharing! 👻❤️👻

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