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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Will I see you at ALA? It will be my first time attending the conference, and I’m excited. If you’ll be in Chicago, I hope you’ll stop by one of these events and say hello! @ssedlib.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @authorcade.bsky.social @simonteen.bsky.social

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Erin Bedell @erindaydreams.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

I love that our state #CCBA award in entirely nominated by kids in Colorado. My students had a hand in nominating Away by @meganefreeman.bsky.social! #mglit #Bookposse

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Jennifer Guyor Jowett @jenguyorjowett.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

This AMAZING book is on its way to @bonniegrover.bsky.social Thanks to @simonkids.bsky.social and @meganefreeman.bsky.social for sharing with #bookposse! This is a must read!

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eastwestlit.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

TWO Stars @meganefreeman.bsky.social The Secret to Belonging @simonkids.bsky.social Atheneum /Sept. 2026 @slj.com "VERDICT A searing, character-driven exploration of family obligation and the pain of being left behind; a must-have for high school collections." –Rachel Jussel 2/2

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eastwestlit.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

TWO stars! @meganefreeman.bsky.social The Secret to Belonging /Atheneum 9.2026 @publisherswkly.bsky.social a persuasive sense of immediacy throughout this aching exploration of heartbreak and hope. www.publishersweekly.com/978166598840... 1/2

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Cindy Schwind @cindyschwind1.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

This novel in verse by @meganefreeman.bsky.social is SO good!Having an addict for a brother who is always in trouble is difficult for our MC. Her parents are so focused on him that she is left by the wayside.Becoming an exchange student to escape changes things. #bookposse @simonkids.bsky.social

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Bianca Schulze: The Children's Book Review @tcbrbookreview.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

⭐️ TCBR Editor Pick From bestselling author @meganefreeman.bsky.social comes a new novel in verse. THE SECRET TO BELONGING follows a teen trading a family consumed by her brother's addiction for an exchange year in remote Norway. Her ache becomes yours: www.thechildrensbookreview.com/the-secret-t...

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The Secret to Belonging, by Megan E. Freeman | Book Review

More than a story about escape, The Secret to Belonging is a meditation on what it means to build a home within yourself.

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Introducing AFAR, the third companion novel in the ALONE series! Educators who pre-order from @boulderbookstore.bsky.social will receive a free recorded author visit! Link in my bio. @simonkids.bsky.social @ssedlib.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @authorcade.bsky.social

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Jennifer Guyor Jowett @jenguyorjowett.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Received this absolutely gorgeous book from @meganefreeman.bsky.social (just look at that cover!). She completely captures the young adult voice in a must keep reading NIV. Thank you so much for sharing with #bookposse.

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

Want to win a signed paperback copy of AWAY? Click the link in my bio to pre-order The Secret to Belonging from @boulderbookstore.bsky.social then comment below “I’ve ordered!” Now through mid-March. @simonkids.bsky.social @simonteen.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social @authorcade.bsky.social

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Behold the stunning cover of my forthcoming YA debut, The Secret to Belonging. Art by Natalie Foss. Pre-order your signed, personalized copy from the Boulder Bookstore at the link in my bio! @simonteen.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social @boulderbookstore.bsky.social @authorcade.bsky.social

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Jennifer Guyor Jowett @jenguyorjowett.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

An amazing #DogEaredBookAward 7th grade review for Away by @meganefreeman.bsky.social

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eastwestlit.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Seen on Edelweiss US Weekly Greeting —dropping this week: paperback edition of @meganefreeman.bsky.social AWAY. / Aladdin

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Truth is always stranger than fiction, and this headline proves it. Taken from today’s KUNC member newsletter, it illustrates how real the conflicts are for water in the west. But Grandin, Ashanti, Harmony, and Teddy already knew that…

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Matt @mattlibrarian.eurosky.social · 17/12/2025

A young patron was returning books at my library, they stopped, hugged one book and whispered "Good-bye!" before dropping it into the book slot The book was Away by @meganefreeman.bsky.social

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North Texas Teen Book Festival @nttbfest.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

We can't wait to see Huda Fahmy, Saadia Faruqi, @normfeuti.bsky.social , and @meganefreeman.bsky.social at #NTTBF26!

A rainbow graphic that says Irving Public Library's North Texas Teen Book Festival 2026 author reveals. March 7, 2026 Irving Convention Center. Presented by Irving, Texas and EpicReads. Four authors and their books are shown: Huda Fahmy and Huda F Wants to Know?, Saadia Faruqi and Some of Us Are Brave, Norm Feuti and A Kid Like Me, and Megan E. Freeman and Away.

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Who’s going to St. Louis next week for AASL? I hope you’ll join me on Thursday and Friday. And be sure to swing by the S&S booth Thursday evening where I’ll be signing books! @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social

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Authorcade @authorcade.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

Who's ready for an opportunity so good it's 👻scary? 👻 #teachersky and #librarians! What: FREE virtual class visit with 3 middle grade authors!! How: Follow & repost to enter When: Ends Wed 10/8 Where: US/CAN 🎃Good luck!🎃

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Kidlit411 @kidlit411.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

We are pleased to host a giveaway of the middle grade novel, THE ISLAND OF FORGOTTEN GODS by @victorpineiro.bsky.social (Sourcebooks) To enter, L + RP & confirm your entry in our Friday update: kidlit411.com/2025/09/the-... (+ more ways to win)

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Jessica Vitalis @jessicavitalis.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Trying to catch an agent's eye? Land a publishing deal? Connect more deeply with your readers? Mastering the use of symbolism can help level up your writing! #kidlit

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

I’m so excited to officially announce a third companion novel in the ALONE series! Publication is planned for Jan ‘27, but I need help with a title! Should it start with A? Should it be one word? If your readers have ideas, I would love to hear them! @simonkids.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

I need title ideas for a third book in the ALONE and AWAY series. Should it be one word? Should it start with A? Have your readers to send me their good ideas. @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social

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Authorcade @authorcade.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

15 BOOK GIVEAWAY for teacher & librarian friends! Celebrate back-to-school with Middle Grade Authorcade! You could win 15 books for your library, including 2 out this month! Enter here: app.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display... by subscribing to our newsletter. Boost for extra entries! US only. Ends 8/24

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

If you already subscribe to my occasional newsletter, you know I only send it a few times a year when I’m really excited to share. Well, I’m getting excited! Link in bio. @eastwestlit.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @simonteen.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

I love meeting readers and educators, and a virtual author visit might be the perfect way to extend your students’ learning. Don’t hesitate to reach out! @ssedlib.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social #AwaybyMeganEFreeman #ALONEbyMeganEFreeman #authorvisit #schoolvisit

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Huge thanks to the Barnes & Noble booksellers for including AWAY on the shortlist, and for all they do for readers and authors. @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social #AwaybyMeganEFreeman

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

Getting excited for these bookstore events next week in California! Will you be around? I hope you’ll come out and say hello! @simonkids.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social #authorevent #indiebookstores

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eastwestlit.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

Meet @meganefreeman.bsky.social SAVE THE DATE —Online event with the author of NYT #bestseller AWAY & ALONE @simonkids.bsky.social Aladdin via Arapahoe Library July 10th —2-3pm Info here: arapahoelibraries.bibliocommons.com/events/67ffc... #KidlitMegaFeed #MiddleGrade

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

This little book keeps chugging along, back on the list for a fifth month. Huge thanks to all the educators and booksellers who keep putting it in the hands of readers. 🙏❤️ @simonkids.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social #alonebymeganefreeman

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Instagram Any and all publishing successes I have had are due entirely to the wise counsel and savvy business acumen of my literary agent, the incomparable Deborah Warren. I could not ask for a better guide or friend. So grateful for East West Literary Agency. @eastwestlit.bsky.social

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Really excited to be going back to my roots for this event in Pasadena on Saturday! I’d love to see you there. @simonkids.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Southern California! If you’ll be in Pasadena on Saturday afternoon or Culver City on Sunday afternoon, I hope you’ll pop in to these wonderful indie bookstores to say hello! @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social

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Erin Dealey--> Kidlit Author*Playwright @erindealey.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Sharing my recent @themixed-upfiles.bsky.social EDITOR interview with Kristin Gilson, Aladdin Editorial Director whose books include ALONE / AWAY by NYT bestselling mg author @meganefreeman.bsky.social 📚

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

I’m heading to Crested Butte for Mountain Words! I’ll be doing school visits, talking about rejection, and teaching a workshop on the possibility of poetry. Come join us! @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

I’ll be at Out West Books in Grand Junction next Tuesday signing books after school. If you’re on the Western Slope, I hope you’ll swing by and say hello! @simonkids.bsky.social @ssedlib.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Four years out from publication, and this little book just hit the NYT list for the 4th month in a row. Thanks to all the ALONE and AWAY fans who keep reading and sharing! @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Such a delightful surprise to find AWAY back on the New York Times bestseller list again. I’m so grateful to everyone who is reading and sharing it with the young readers in their lives. @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @mgauthorcade.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social

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Megan E. Freeman @meganefreeman.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

Long may they thrive! 🎉❤️📚 So, so grateful for all that indie bookstores do for readers and authors. #shopindie #shoplocal #indiebookstores #indiebookshops #indiebookday

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Sylvia Liu @sylvialiu.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Excited to teach my webinar, WRITING VIBRANT SECONDARY CHARACTERS on Tuesday April 29, 7 p.m. ET with Mid-Atlantic @scbwi.bsky.social. ($30/ $15 for SCBWI premium members) Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/writi...

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Jennifer Guyor Jowett @jenguyorjowett.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Absolutely double the fun from my mailbox today! I am rearranging my entire book stack for these two. Thanks @baronchrisbaron.bsky.social @feiwel.bsky.social @meganefreeman.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social #bookposse

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