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Maria is Writing
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#Kidlit PB/MG writer and enthusiast
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Here's a small way to support Minnesotans and add unique wildlife stickers to your collection!

Proceeds to the Women's Foundation of Minnesota Immigrant Rapid Response Fund (www.wfmn.org/funds/immigr...)

art by: @feral-pony.bsky.social, @katytanis.bsky.social , @tatjanamaiwyss.bsky.social
February 6, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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This bug book has had a long journey, but every setback brought us to where we are now😍

Check out "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter for sneak peeks at the interior, the backstory, and more!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
The Waga-Laga Bugs: A Hardcover Picture Book
A silly and educational story for bug-loving kids ages 3-8! This book teaches real-life bug behaviors and the power of helping others.
www.kickstarter.com
January 5, 2026 at 2:39 PM
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With ICE fascists escalating violence in Minnesota, again, see my article on 13 ways to protect yourself when protesting.

Easy but important action items. Be sure you and everyone you know who is protesting is following these rules: www.qasimrashid.com/p/13-rules-t...

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13 Rules to Protect Yourself While Protesting
Read and share as communities across the United States rise up against ICE raids and state violence
www.qasimrashid.com
January 15, 2026 at 4:33 AM
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NEW: 400+ civil rights groups and unions just joined our demand that Congress refuse funds for ICE and rein in their behavior.

Masked federal agents are endangering our communities and putting lives at risk. Our leaders must act now and defend us from this lawless violence.
January 10, 2026 at 12:35 AM
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“Aaniin” by Dawn Quigley, Nanibah Chacon (2026)
October 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Celebrate Indigenous storytelling this #IndigenousPeoplesDay — and every day! — with these new and upcoming releases from Heartdrum!

Here’s every Heartdrum title that’s been published in 2025 — as well as a look ahead at forthcoming 2026 Heartdrum titles that you can pre-order today!
October 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Here’s your first look at IN THE COUNTRY I LOVE by Alaa Al-Barkawi, a heartrending debut about two Iraqi American best friends confront who dark truths about their families in the wake of a devastating crime. Forthcoming from Peachtree Teen on May 26th, 2026!

bit.ly/InTheCountryI...
October 17, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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ON THE BLOCK is now available in paperback!

Don’t miss your chance to own this inspiring middle grade anthology that follows the loosely interconnected lives of multigenerational immigrant families living in the same apartment building

🏢 bit.ly/OTBPB
October 21, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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A week from today, I'll be at the Curio Room at 3:30 for a #storytime and #booksigning.

Order books in advance of my visit, and I'll sign them when I'm at the store. You can pick them up at your convenience, if you're unable to join us next Sunday.

@charlesbridge.bsky.social #kidlit #authorlife
October 26, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Please consider giving to your local food bank regularly if you are able to.

www.oregonfoodbank.org

www.feedingamerica.org/advocate/cam...
Campaign to End Hunger | Feeding America
Let's build a community of committed individuals to end hunger in every community across the nation. Will you join us?
www.feedingamerica.org
October 27, 2025 at 5:22 PM
My daughter and I are loving 📚👍 #kidlit #YA #novel #romcom by the amazing @erinentrada.bsky.social and @kwamembalia.bsky.social
October 18, 2025 at 3:14 PM
9 and I are loving 📚👍 #MG #kidlit #friendship #family
October 18, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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It’s #BannedBooksWeek but a week isn’t enough! So here’s a month’s worth of #truestories for October. Be a warrior and fight book bans!
Learn more these books: bookshop.org/lists/true-s...
📚👍 💡📚 💙📚
#kidlit #pbbios
October 6, 2025 at 4:54 PM
What are your favorite blogs with reviews/ recommendations for #MG novels?

#kidlit #kidlitchat #authors #agents #editors #librarians #bookreviews
September 25, 2025 at 5:28 PM
one of 9 yr old's favorite summer reads 📚👍 #MG
September 15, 2025 at 7:25 PM
My 9 yr old and I are really enjoying 📚👍 by Rukhsanna Guidroz #MG
September 15, 2025 at 7:22 PM
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It’s Back-to-(Magic)-School Season and we have some ideas for diverse magic school stories you can read!

Many of these titles are part of our ongoing fundraising campaign to send care packages with magical books to queer, trans, & nonbinary youth. Learn more below! ⬇️

bit.ly/MagicCarePack...
September 12, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Support WNDB's newest round of bookish care packages, which focus on showing queer and trans youth that their stories are magic — and that #MagicStoriesAreForEveryone!

🏳️‍⚧️ bit.ly/MagicCarePack...
June 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
My kids' K-8 school reads a lot of classics. The Secret Garden, Polyanna, Treasure Island. I'm concerned that the syllabus doesn't include diverse authors/does include books w neg representation of non-white characters. If you advocate for diverse books in schools pls share your experience. Thx!
September 8, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Mark your calendars for Saturday when the cover to my 4th book will be revealed!

Arthur Lin’s work is incredible and I can’t wait for you to get your first peek!
August 27, 2025 at 9:33 PM
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3 hours left to bid!!!! Still have over 200 items with no bids!

32auctions.com/WeThePeopleSummerFundraiser
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IT'S THE LAST DAY TO BID IN THE WE THE PEOPLE SUMMER FUNDRAISER! Bidding will end at 6:15 PT / 9:15 ET today.

www.32auctions.com/WeThePeopleSummerAuction

XOXO
Sandra
August 27, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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IT'S THE LAST DAY TO BID IN THE WE THE PEOPLE SUMMER FUNDRAISER! Bidding will end at 6:15 PT / 9:15 ET today.

www.32auctions.com/WeThePeopleSummerAuction

XOXO
Sandra
August 27, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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There are so many amazing items here! Please check this out to help us help families in Gaza and support trans and immigrant rights!! #KidLit4Ceasefire
✨WE ARE LIVE!✨

Almost 400 amazing items are available to help #KidLit4Ceasefire families survive the genocide in Gaza!

322 still without bids:
www.32auctions.com/organization...
August 22, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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✨WE ARE LIVE!✨

Almost 400 amazing items are available to help #KidLit4Ceasefire families survive the genocide in Gaza!

322 still without bids:
www.32auctions.com/organization...
August 19, 2025 at 5:37 PM
#MG #bookrecommendation request for a 9 yr old boy who likes #mystery #adventure or #zombies he has enjoyed all the zombie books I could find, and The Wild Robot books #librarians #authors #kidlit #agents
August 18, 2025 at 7:39 PM