Caroline Gilman
@carolinegwrites.bsky.social
MG Writer, Adoptee, Business Owner, Toddler Mom, @MiddleGradeHub co-founder www.carolinegilman.com
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“Do not give up. The race goes to the relentless.”
This inspirational inscription from my author-hero, Kate DiCamillo, warrants sharing with the #kidlit community here. ❣️
This inspirational inscription from my author-hero, Kate DiCamillo, warrants sharing with the #kidlit community here. ❣️
November 15, 2024 at 12:06 AM
“Do not give up. The race goes to the relentless.”
This inspirational inscription from my author-hero, Kate DiCamillo, warrants sharing with the #kidlit community here. ❣️
This inspirational inscription from my author-hero, Kate DiCamillo, warrants sharing with the #kidlit community here. ❣️
February 22, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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Wanted to do something positive today, so I made a starter pack of Diverse Kidlit creators and industry professionals! #diversekidlit #starterpack #diversifyyourshelves #weneeddiversebooks
go.bsky.app/Ma4TCD7
go.bsky.app/Ma4TCD7
January 20, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Wanted to do something positive today, so I made a starter pack of Diverse Kidlit creators and industry professionals! #diversekidlit #starterpack #diversifyyourshelves #weneeddiversebooks
go.bsky.app/Ma4TCD7
go.bsky.app/Ma4TCD7
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KidLit for Los Angeles is holding an auction to raise money for wildfire relief. The amazing #kidlit community has donated signed books, original art, critiques, & AMAs.
You can bid on a signed copy of IVAN, a signed class set of MOUSE & HIS DOG, or lots more: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles
You can bid on a signed copy of IVAN, a signed class set of MOUSE & HIS DOG, or lots more: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles
January 20, 2025 at 7:41 PM
KidLit for Los Angeles is holding an auction to raise money for wildfire relief. The amazing #kidlit community has donated signed books, original art, critiques, & AMAs.
You can bid on a signed copy of IVAN, a signed class set of MOUSE & HIS DOG, or lots more: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles
You can bid on a signed copy of IVAN, a signed class set of MOUSE & HIS DOG, or lots more: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles
My heart is breaking for all of my LA friends affected by the fires. Just devastating 😢
January 9, 2025 at 2:37 AM
My heart is breaking for all of my LA friends affected by the fires. Just devastating 😢
Momming is hard…
January 7, 2025 at 5:05 AM
Momming is hard…
“Snowman and Snowcat Wolf” by my daughter age 5.
December 21, 2024 at 4:33 PM
“Snowman and Snowcat Wolf” by my daughter age 5.
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Me...looking for reviewers for my upcoming MG horror...
So...if you like spooky middle grade...let me know!
So...if you like spooky middle grade...let me know!
a woman in a blue hoodie with the words so overwhelmed behind her
ALT: a woman in a blue hoodie with the words so overwhelmed behind her
media.tenor.com
December 17, 2024 at 4:42 PM
Me...looking for reviewers for my upcoming MG horror...
So...if you like spooky middle grade...let me know!
So...if you like spooky middle grade...let me know!
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December 16, 2024 at 9:21 PM
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My daughter’s school library has a book fairy… that has its own little fairy door… and leaves the kids notes… she’s writing a note to the book fairy this Saturday morning and I love this so much ❤️❤️❤️
December 14, 2024 at 4:15 PM
My daughter’s school library has a book fairy… that has its own little fairy door… and leaves the kids notes… she’s writing a note to the book fairy this Saturday morning and I love this so much ❤️❤️❤️
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When posting images, add alt text! Why?
- Helps visually impaired & neurodivergent.
- Helps your post gets discovered.
- If Internet is slow, people see alt-text instead of images.
- If text in image hard to read, alt-text can help.
More tips:
publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/al...
#BlueSkyTips
- Helps visually impaired & neurodivergent.
- Helps your post gets discovered.
- If Internet is slow, people see alt-text instead of images.
- If text in image hard to read, alt-text can help.
More tips:
publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/al...
#BlueSkyTips
Alt text - Why It's Important - Debbie Ridpath Ohi - Obsidian Publish
This page helps explain why it's important to use alt text when posting images on Bluesky, best practices, and tips. Why It's Important To Use Alt Text With Your Images When posting images, try to a…
publish.obsidian.md
December 10, 2024 at 7:03 PM
When posting images, add alt text! Why?
- Helps visually impaired & neurodivergent.
- Helps your post gets discovered.
- If Internet is slow, people see alt-text instead of images.
- If text in image hard to read, alt-text can help.
More tips:
publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/al...
#BlueSkyTips
- Helps visually impaired & neurodivergent.
- Helps your post gets discovered.
- If Internet is slow, people see alt-text instead of images.
- If text in image hard to read, alt-text can help.
More tips:
publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/al...
#BlueSkyTips
It would be a lovely gift to the #kidlit community if Goodreads would add back awards for #kidlit and #mglit plllllleeeeeeaasssse. #kidlitchat
TOPIC: As you think of gift-giving this year, don't forget yourself! Short of a book deal, what is the dream career-oriented gift for YOU this year? A brand new laptop? A treasure trove of brushes and pens? That blissful retreat you've always promised yourself? Think BIG! #kidlitchat
December 11, 2024 at 2:57 AM
It would be a lovely gift to the #kidlit community if Goodreads would add back awards for #kidlit and #mglit plllllleeeeeeaasssse. #kidlitchat
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December 9, 2024 at 8:39 PM
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Here’s a great overview of the phenomenal Nikki Giovanni. Truly a legend. 💔
Nikki Giovanni
Poems, readings, poetry news and the entire 110-year archive of POETRY magazine.
www.poetryfoundation.org
December 10, 2024 at 3:00 AM
Here’s a great overview of the phenomenal Nikki Giovanni. Truly a legend. 💔
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Ho! Ho! Ho! I'm giving away 4 Sherlock Society Gift Packs. (Signed book, enamel pin, and holiday card.) One each on FB, X, IG, and Bluesky. Repost and you're entered for a chance to win. I'll randomly select the winners this weekend!
December 10, 2024 at 12:13 AM
Ho! Ho! Ho! I'm giving away 4 Sherlock Society Gift Packs. (Signed book, enamel pin, and holiday card.) One each on FB, X, IG, and Bluesky. Repost and you're entered for a chance to win. I'll randomly select the winners this weekend!
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It's more day until #kidlitchat (Tuesdays at 9PM Eastern every week here on Bluesky). Or is it one day more, perhaps? Do you hear the people chat? Hmm. That'd be a little odd, actually. Regardless, make your plans to join us in multi-part chatting harmony, I say! And I'll see you there!
December 9, 2024 at 9:33 PM
It's more day until #kidlitchat (Tuesdays at 9PM Eastern every week here on Bluesky). Or is it one day more, perhaps? Do you hear the people chat? Hmm. That'd be a little odd, actually. Regardless, make your plans to join us in multi-part chatting harmony, I say! And I'll see you there!
Readers dont realize the amazing vulnerability that authors face when they publish. Though my manuscript isn’t a book yet- having a cover design out in the world gives me a tiny glimpse into these emotions. Eeeeek! It was equal parts fun and terrifying to see people holding the real books 💕
December 8, 2024 at 6:56 PM
Readers dont realize the amazing vulnerability that authors face when they publish. Though my manuscript isn’t a book yet- having a cover design out in the world gives me a tiny glimpse into these emotions. Eeeeek! It was equal parts fun and terrifying to see people holding the real books 💕
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Stuck in a scene? Do what the pros do: use brackets. Write what the story beat is:
[Our hero gets out of the fight through clever means]
Then just keep writing what happens after. Maintaining momentum is key to getting the most words on the page. Meanwhile solutions often present themselves later.
[Our hero gets out of the fight through clever means]
Then just keep writing what happens after. Maintaining momentum is key to getting the most words on the page. Meanwhile solutions often present themselves later.
December 4, 2024 at 10:07 PM
Stuck in a scene? Do what the pros do: use brackets. Write what the story beat is:
[Our hero gets out of the fight through clever means]
Then just keep writing what happens after. Maintaining momentum is key to getting the most words on the page. Meanwhile solutions often present themselves later.
[Our hero gets out of the fight through clever means]
Then just keep writing what happens after. Maintaining momentum is key to getting the most words on the page. Meanwhile solutions often present themselves later.
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Yes, in fact, there is a #kidlitchat tonight at 9PM Eastern/6 PM Pacific right here on Bluesky. And yes, we're all hoping you join us. I mean, no pressure or anything. But it'd be swell to see you here tonight!
December 3, 2024 at 4:16 PM
Yes, in fact, there is a #kidlitchat tonight at 9PM Eastern/6 PM Pacific right here on Bluesky. And yes, we're all hoping you join us. I mean, no pressure or anything. But it'd be swell to see you here tonight!
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Writers: yes, you are still a "real" writer if you
- have never published anything
- have no readers
- didn't write anything this month
- didn't write anything this year
- can't articulate words anymore
- can only float and mournfully wail
- were murdered ten years ago on this very spot
- have never published anything
- have no readers
- didn't write anything this month
- didn't write anything this year
- can't articulate words anymore
- can only float and mournfully wail
- were murdered ten years ago on this very spot
December 2, 2024 at 7:59 PM
Writers: yes, you are still a "real" writer if you
- have never published anything
- have no readers
- didn't write anything this month
- didn't write anything this year
- can't articulate words anymore
- can only float and mournfully wail
- were murdered ten years ago on this very spot
- have never published anything
- have no readers
- didn't write anything this month
- didn't write anything this year
- can't articulate words anymore
- can only float and mournfully wail
- were murdered ten years ago on this very spot
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Welp! I made it! Hi #book friends, I'm E Train, a 13-year-old #literacyadvocate, #author interviewer (I've interviewed 200 #MGLit writers) & the founder/CEO of the 501c3 nonprofit "E Train Talks, Inc." I'm excited to be here!
etraintalks.com
#authors #reading #kindness #literacy #kidlit
etraintalks.com
#authors #reading #kindness #literacy #kidlit
November 27, 2024 at 6:26 PM
Welp! I made it! Hi #book friends, I'm E Train, a 13-year-old #literacyadvocate, #author interviewer (I've interviewed 200 #MGLit writers) & the founder/CEO of the 501c3 nonprofit "E Train Talks, Inc." I'm excited to be here!
etraintalks.com
#authors #reading #kindness #literacy #kidlit
etraintalks.com
#authors #reading #kindness #literacy #kidlit
Structural issues 😂 but my little one had so much fun decorating. (And just as much fun eating frosting and candy)
November 26, 2024 at 1:39 AM
Structural issues 😂 but my little one had so much fun decorating. (And just as much fun eating frosting and candy)
Big thank you to my writer friend for these WIP themed oracle cards. We had fun pulling cards to spark ideas on theme etc. #mglit #crowgirl #workinprogress #amwriting
November 25, 2024 at 2:43 AM
Big thank you to my writer friend for these WIP themed oracle cards. We had fun pulling cards to spark ideas on theme etc. #mglit #crowgirl #workinprogress #amwriting