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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

When I was writing Fenway & Hattie, I kept hearing, "So close." Hiring a manuscript consultant at GrubStreet changed everything. Now I'm excited to come full circle by offering kidlit manuscript consultations through GrubStreet! 💙📚

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

This week I asked 200 fourth graders if someone at home still reads aloud to them. A surprising number of hands went up. My heart is soaring.

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

You want to write... but something keeps getting in the way. Let's name it so you can move past it. Set a timer for 5 mins & brain-dump everything that's blocking you. Because you can't solve a problem you haven't identified. Once you see what's really stopping you, you can start finding solutions.

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Somehow, Fenway and Hattie is 10 today. 💙🐶 A leap of faith that found its way to over a million readers. So grateful to every kid, teacher, and reader who made room for these two. #KidLit #ChildrensBooks #Grateful

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Happy book birthday to CROUTON by Kristine Lombardi! www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/779911... #kidlit #picturebook

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

I'm not saying it's crazy cold. But I am saying that it was too cold for the kids to go outside for recess. In New Hampshire. As in, it was too cold for kids who live in New Hampshire to go outside.

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Today I visited a school where one of the classes had pajama day. It is my deep wish to visit a school on pajama day where I also get to wear pajamas. Just putting that out there.

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Deadline to submit pages extended to tomorrow!

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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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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

If you're writing a chapter book or a middle grade novel, don't miss this fantastic opportunity to get professional feedback on your work (or to learn from listening to feedback for other writers): www.victoriajcoe.com/news #amwriting #aspiringauthors

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Teachers & School Librarians, did you know I have a special newsletter just for you? Each week I send you a golden nugget, ONE dazzling piece of content you can use with your students right away! Sign up here: www.victoriajcoe.com/news/2016/7/...

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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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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

My best Halloween decorating tip? Don't vacuum or dust. Let the organic cobwebs speak for themselves! #yourewelcome #halloweendecor 🎃🕸️🧙

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

If you're at #AASL25, don't miss Laura's session!

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

Want to write for kids or teens? What is Kidlit? (The Whole Scoop!) the 1st in my Kidlit Quick Bites series is out now! Available for just $0.99! www.amazon.com/dp/B0FTWFK9Y... #Kidlit #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #KidlitQuickBites

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Favorite kid joke from this week (so far)... Kindergartener: Why did the pickle live in the pickle jar? Me: Why? K: That's the joke. 😂 #kidsarethebest

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Yesterday, a 5th grader gave me a story he wrote from the POV of a dog, saying he was too scared to read it in front of the class. I told him I get it. That I would've never read in class in 5th grade (or ever). Today I read his story. It involved much peeing & pooping. #kidsarethebest

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

PSA: If you're an elementary school teacher, this is your weekly reminder that pretzels and wine are a perfectly acceptable dinner.

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Yes, this 87-word blog post took me 2 hours to write. Here's why: www.victoriajcoe.com/news/2025/9/... #writerslife #amwriting

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

I'm not saying that I'm old. But I am saying that I have reached the age where I find myself dancing to the music at Walgreens.

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Curious about One School, One Book? Here you go: readtothem.org/dogs-humor-a...

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

"Down time" at school visits??? I don't think so!!! Find out what goes on behind the scenes: youtu.be/ANBDO_qZg_0?...

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

It's National Dog Day! Which Fenway book are YOU reading?!

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

To whoever needs to hear this... If the story you're writing (or chapter or scene) is extra hard, takes extra long, feels like a slog - for whatever reason - you get bonus points. FWIW, this also applies to working out, doing chores, and most other things in life. #amwriting

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

I'm so excited - a new picture book from @cheryllawtonmalone.bsky.social is coming in 2026! #kidlit

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

What does a kidlit author do all day? (Spoiler: There's no job description!) youtu.be/8pd0Vf0cea4?...

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The Job With No Description

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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

Expect the unexpected in this masterful story by masterful teller of tales, Corey R. Tabor. His artwork engages readers with every page turn. I cannot wait to read this aloud to my students. We will be laughing and gasping together. @harpercollins.bsky.social

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Curious about the One School, One Book program? I'm giving you a look behind the scenes: youtu.be/d6vFEZH8UIc... #allschoolread

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One Book to Unite them All

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Let's get kids writing this fall! My 60-minute "Signature Author Visits" are energetic, fast-paced, and SUPER FUN! Ideal for grades 3, 4, and 5. Info here: www.victoriajcoe.com/inperson-sch... #writing #writingworkshop #authorvisit

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

Huge thanks to Read to Them for featuring ME on their Back-to-School blog!!! readtothem.org/dogs-humor-a...

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

Lesson: Losing a document could be the best thing that ever happened to a story. youtu.be/WIwyie87eK4?... #amwriting #writerslife

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Loved my visit to the Wellesley Free Library today! Librarians are the best!

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Why isn't Fenway and Hattie illustrated? Is that my dog on the cover? Who decided to illustrate the 2nd Fenway series? I'm answering kids' (& teachers') burning questions about art this week on YouTube: www.victoriajcoe.com/news

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Is your middle grade reader looking for a fresh middle grade series after finishing the classics? These 5 newer picks that bring the magic (think epic quests, twisty mysteries, and more): bookriot.com/best-new-mid... #middlegrade #summerreading #kidlit

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Ever see a "signed by the author" book at the bookstore and wonder how it got there? youtu.be/pSgBd7ogVpU?...

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Signed, Sealed... & on the Shelf!

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

If you've ever thought that kids have all the fun with summer reading programs, this post is for you: bookriot.com/reading-gear... @bookriot.bsky.social #summerreading

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Victoria J Coe @victoriajcoe.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

If you geek out on reading, writing, and personal growth, this is the podcast for you: creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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