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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Just hit 20,000 words on my second middle grade novel manuscript, Pacific and the Meatball Mystery! Woot woot! 🎉🎉🎉 #funtimes #writing #goals

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Some fun back-to-school picture books. My fave was Scarecited by Alliah L. Agostini and Lala Watkins (loved the word mashup and message) and my 5yos was Fairy’s First Day of School by Bridget Heos and Sara Not. #backtoschool #kidlit #talentgalore #kindergarten

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

🎉 Congrats to @viviankirkfield.bsky.social! 📚 ONE GIRL'S VOICE: HOW LUCY STONE HELPED CHANGE THE LAW OF THE LAND was named a 2026 BANK STREET BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR (Age 5–9). Illustrated by Rebecca Gibbon and published by Calkins Creek/Astra Books for Young Readers. #kidlit #12x12PB

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Back in my marathon running days, I cross-trained once a week, usually cycling. Lately, I've been enjoying some "creative cross-training." Don't worry, my WIPs are still there :) #writerslife #havingfun #ColorMeMine #rockart #localartfest

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

After 3 years of overwhelm/fear driven procrastination, I launched my official author website www.lorastead.com. Many thanks to @tianasmithbooks.bsky.social for the helpful web class at Storymakers 2024 and my hubby for being so tech savvy! Please take a looksie! #goals #website #gettingthingsdone!

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Taking a few minutes during our weekend campout 🏕️ to phone write my 500 daily words on my new middle grade WIP ✍️ . I’m up to 10k words in a month on a ms that sat dry for a year because I “didn’t have the time.” Small, consistent bits really do add up! 🎉 #goals #writer #middlegrade #kidlit #summer

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

No better date night when it’s 109 degrees outside than a visit to the local indie bookstore! (Although it’s arguably among my perfect dates in any weather 😘). #books #supportindiebookstores #datenight #bookbungalow #hubby

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Marianna Coppo is one of the most brilliant kidlit creators! I love Petra and Ray and equally enjoyed A Very Late Story. Coppo’s work is fresh, surprising, and delightful. When I one day make it back to Rome where I served an 18-month Christian mission, I’ll think of her! #kidlit #bookrecs #italy

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

THIS BOOK! Hubs and I found it on date night; I'd been picking at my postpartum body and was intrigued. Then I read "My squish is my love, a resting place for your worries" and 💥🥹❤️‍🩹. The book made me feel seen, validated, and grateful. Wow, Nikki Powers and @amandacalatzis.bsky.social. Thank you! 🫶

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

On #NationalDayofPrayer, I’m grateful for the good in the world. 🌍 There is so much of it! I pray we can all feel loved, peaceful, and offer grace to each other—and ourselves—as we seek to navigate our “one wild and precious life” the best we can. 💚 #maryoliverpoem #spreadlight #invitegood

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

I smiled when my 5yo added I Have Three Cats to her library pile. We recently found this gem, and I’m excited to reread it. The perfect four-word ending is my favorite. No over explaining, no morals. 🎤 Applause to creators Michelle Sumovich and Laura Park! #picturebooks #bookrecs #picturebookrecs

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Not Little by @mayamyersbooks.bsky.social and Hyewon Yum was such a delicious treat to read with my 5yo. She asked for it again and again and loved shouting "I'm not little!" every time. Dot's child voice is spot on. The concept is brilliant--size is so important to kids! #pbrecommendations #kidlit

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Joyce Sweeney @joycekay.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Virtual book launch for two of my superstar clients this Saturday at 2:30 pm eastern.

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Tangle-knot by @lorettaellsworth.bsky.social, illustrated by Annabel Tempest, is such a delightfully surprising, quirky, and heartfelt book all at once! I laughed so hard! It's a lot of fun to stumble across gems like these. 👏 #picturebooks #kidlit #bookrecommendations

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

This nonfiction picture book about the origin of the number 0 was so fascinating! I highly recommend! Great job @sarahalbee.bsky.social and Chris Hsu!

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Happy St Patrick’s Day from my kitchen to yours! My littles were super excited to devour these Lucky Charm treats and pick a friend to share a plate with. ☘️ #stpatricksday #holidayfun

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Thrilled to announce my debut picture book! It's a story of my heart and I can't wait for it to be in the world. Many thanks to my superstar agent @joycekay.bsky.social for championing the story and finding the perfect editor, and to the talented @danielmiyares.bsky.social for teaming up! #grateful!

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

My 5-year-old daughter and I had a blast making old fashioned sugar cookies for her Valentine’s tea party! The day was complete with fancily-dressed friends, a Valentine’s book exchange and older brothers running around in the backyard. Happy times! ❤️

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Lora Stead Author @lorastead.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Hey Bluesky! I'm Lora from sunny Southern Utah. My best days come with writing time, a good belly laugh (mine or my kids'), unreasonably hot yoga/hiking with my fam, homemade Italian food, a board game or two, and falling asleep to a good book. Please say hello! I'd love to connect :)

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