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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

My virtual author visits are fun, interactive, and just like my in-person sessions! 🎉 We’ll read a book, explore story ideas, peek at writing + revision, learn about publishing, and finish with a Q&A. Now booking for next semester! 💛 Link in bio. #authorvisit #virtualauthorvisit

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

What a great opportunity for up & coming kidlit writers!

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Hey book lovers! Did you know some of my books have their very own trailers? They're a fun way to spark curiosity and excitement about reading! Check out my Video Page on my website - link in bio! #booktrailers #kidsbooks

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

What fun to chat with Stephanie about all things Gingerbread Man: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/k... #kidlit #kidlitlove

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Can’t wait to connect with educators and librarians at #AASL this weekend! If you’re there, come say hi—I’d love to chat and share ideas! 📚✨

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

Got Kindergarteners? Other students new to your school? Help them get acclimated with a Gingerbread Man Hunt! Info here: www.lauramurraybooks.com/_files/ugd/0... #kindergarten

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Loveofxena @loveofxena.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Every time I read this book, the silliness reaches out and grabs me and I laugh out loud. My students will laugh out loud, too. They will be eager for additional books in this new series. @amedyckman.bsky.social and #TimMiller are a great team. #OrchardBooks/Scholastic

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

I love looking at all the Mock Caldecott lists! Which books are you (& your students) rooting for this year? #mockcaldecott #kidlitart

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

That magical week between Christmas and New Year’s: cozy family time, twinkling lights, and WAY too many cookies. 🍪✨ But my notebook keeps calling… itching to dive back into new stories and adventures! Balancing the joy of now with the excitement of what’s next. 🖊️📚 #authorsky

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 28/12/2024

My best writing advice? READ WIDELY. Reading widely fuels your imagination, sparks inspiration, and teaches you so much about storytelling—whether it’s a picture book, a graphic novel, or a middle-grade story. #writingadvice

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 27/12/2024

If you're looking for a snuggly read aloud this week, here you go! Do you have a favorite snuggly book?

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 23/12/2024

Writing a kids’ book is like making cookies: you start with a solid idea (the dough), mix in creativity (the sprinkles), and shape it with care. The best part? Sharing the finished treat with readers! #KidLit #WritingProcess

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

To every educator who nurtures young readers and sparks the love of stories: thank you for opening worlds of wonder, possibility, and imagination. You are all heroes! #readingsky

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

So grateful for lovely feedback on the new GB Man graphic novels! "Not only is the Gingerbread Man adorable, adventurous, and always ready to save the day, but his new stories are - most importantly - easy to read. The perfect entry into the graphic novel format. Highly recommended for grades K-3."

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

A young reader recently asked me, "How do you capture all the words that want to be in your stories?" I loved this question! He was already thinking of words as active "living" things that "want" to be in a story. Such an endearing example of why I love to encourage kids' creativity & invention.

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

I'm happy to share this recipe for simple, no-bake, cinnamon-smelling ornaments! A great take-home, child-created gift idea that incorporates math measurement & fine motor skills: www.lauramurraybooks.com/_files/ugd/0... #edusky #kindersky

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Today's easy readers are more innovative & exciting than ever, but don't overlook the classics! (They're still super popular for a reason!) Take a stroll down memory lane & check out this awesome list of classics at Literacious: www.literacious.com/2024/12/12/c... #easyreaders

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Classic Easy Reader Titles – Literacious

Looking for some beginner readers for your new reader? Check out these classic easy reader titles that I remember!

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

What fun to find this old photo of the Gingerbread Man on a box of Little Debbie's! #kidlit #kidsbooks

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Books really do make the best gifts! Love this list of books to give to kids ages 3-5, curated by Rosemary D'Urso for Brightly: www.readbrightly.com/book-gifts-f... #kidlit

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Holiday 2024 Gifts: Books for Kids Ages 3 – 5

This holiday season, shop gifts for preschoolers that ignite their imagination, make them laugh, or teach them something new.

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Linda Hume @lindahume.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Loved having @lmurraybooks.bsky.social visit with our readers last week!

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

When you've had a super busy & super fun week visiting schools, it's time for a gingerbread latte! #authorlife

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Cheryl Lawton Malone @cheryllawtonmalone.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

It's official - the holiday shopping season has begun! Remember that when you give a picture book, you're giving cuddles, snuggles, laughter, and giggles that can last all year long. #kidlit #picturebooks #readaloud #holidaygifts

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Looking for cozy kidlit for this chilly season? Check out this list from the Children's Book Council: www.cbcbooks.org/2024/11/15/w... #winterbooks #kidlit #booksky #readingsky

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Winter Tales

Dedicated to supporting the industry and promoting children’s books and reading

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

Is your mouth watering? @cybilsawards.bsky.social has whipped up some book deliciousness! Read the post to taste stories where • characters stir the pots; • chefs mix it up; • "mishaps" create new recipes; • secret ingredients get spilled; & • food feeds our souls: www.cybils.com/2024/11/food...

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Comfort Food: The Book List #CYBILS2024Comfort Food: The Book List #CYBILS2024 | Cybils Awards

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Retired-Librarian @retired-librarian.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

My favorite grade school memory is our teacher reading us the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, one chapter at a time. Looking back, it was like listening to an audiobook. Read or listen. Just get to know books.

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

Are you at #NCTE? So is the Gingerbread Man! If you have a chance, stop by the @penguinschoollib.bsky.social Booth 1000 and check out this super fun display! #ncte24 #growingreaders

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Hi, there! I'm the author of the #GingerbreadMan is Loose #picturebooks & the new Gingerbread Man is Loose early reader graphic novels. I love to talk about #books and #reading, & as a former Kindergarten teacher, I also love to talk about #learning! Pls consider me for applicable starter packs!

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Laura Murray @lmurraybooks.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Love talking with neighbors around our #littlefreelibrary, sharing new kids and adult books, and dog treats too! Neighborhood dogs stop for a treat, neighbors stop for a book 😊. #booklove

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