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Melissa Rousu Author
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WIP - Debut Contemporary Romance “A Love like the Movies”📚. Mom from Minnesota✨. Looking to build my community! Member of SCBWI
November 20, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Trying to focus on writing everyday and #FirstDraftFall! Let’s get this done! Here’s a bit of my vision board for my contemporary romance novel. 💙📚 #WIP #booksky #romance #contemporaryromance #romancebooks
November 7, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Four chapters into a contemporary romance novel! Send me your feeds for romance novels, pitch events, agents/editors in the contemporary romance space 📚💙 #romancewriter #contemporaryromance #pitchevents #writesky #booksky #WIP #authorsky
November 7, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Looking for publisher or agent recommendations.

I have 3 manuscripts ready with 3 more ideas in the pipeline. Currently write 0-5 age picture books. I have two self published books already. Hoping to find a small indie publishers looking to grow who needs a great partner. #kidslit #publishers
July 23, 2025 at 10:04 PM
So excited to be a part of Voyage Minnesota Magazine! #kidslit

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May 8, 2025 at 5:02 AM
Theres only 13 days left to cast your vote for Grandpa Loved Wild Things. It’s been a finalist for 8 different book awards so it’s time for a win!! I can only do it witb your help! #kidslit peoplesbookprize.com/2024-books/g...
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"Grandpa Loved Wild Things" is a heartwarming children's book about the bond between a grandfather and his grandchildren, and the wisdom and ...
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April 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Today I got a letter from Sir David Attenborough. He is a UK naturalist and biologist. I sent him a copy of my book, Grandpa Loved Wild Things, a few months ago and today I received a letter back, and on earth day, how fitting!! He’s 98 so I am so impressed he sent a hand written note back.
April 23, 2025 at 1:25 AM
Another day another award for Grandpa Loved Wild Things!!! Story Monsters Approved winner in the Environmental category! #kidslit
April 15, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Pitching to my first ever agent tomorrow. I have 10min. Give me your tips, tricks and insights! #kidslit #querying #agent
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April 5, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Hello! Asking for everyone help! Please go this site: peoplesbookprize.com/2024-cat/chi... and vote for Grandpa Loved Wild Things and leave a comment if you've read the book! #kidslit
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March 20, 2025 at 3:18 AM
Look what came today. Order your signed copy at www.invisblestringstories.com #kidslit
March 7, 2025 at 6:46 PM
My birthday is next Friday! Want a great way to celebrate and show support..grab my new book Grandpa Loved the North Shore on Amazon a.co/d/eO4XuuS or preorder a hardcover signed version on my website www.invisiblestringstories.com #kidslit
Grandpa Loved the North Shore: Rousu, Melissa, Piese, Chaterine: 9798992530407: Amazon.com: Books
Grandpa Loved the North Shore [Rousu, Melissa, Piese, Chaterine] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Grandpa Loved the North Shore
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February 23, 2025 at 4:30 AM
So I entered a UK book contest and this one puts your book in the hands of children who judge them. You the receive feedback from the kids. I added my favorite below! While I wasn’t a finalist I did recieve a red ribbon award from them which Is still exciting. #kidslit
February 17, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Check out a reading of Grandpa Loved Wild Things on the Little Curiosity Chronicles podcast! open.spotify.com/episode/7dBo... #kidslit
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February 17, 2025 at 12:31 AM
This week my new childrens book, Grandpa Loved the North Shore, is free for download. I’d appreciate anyone who’s interested in downloading it and providing a review! #kidslit #freekindle

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February 10, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Head to my website www.invisiblestringstories.com to get some free coloring pages and buy a book while you’re there! #kidslit #coloringpages #selfpublished #authorsofbluesky
February 9, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Reading messages like this, from a stranger, is why I keep going! Knowing my simple stories are resonating with people and making them remember times shared with their loved ones is why I do this! #kidslit #PBauthor
February 9, 2025 at 10:24 PM
I’d love some advice. I’m doing an in person agent pitch the beginning of April and I’ve never done one before..help!!! Any tips or tricks? What should I bring or prepare? #kidslit #pbagent #pbauthor #pbbook
February 5, 2025 at 2:56 AM
Here are a few photos of the new book, Grandpa Loved the North Shore. Head to my website www.invisiblestringstories.com to preorder your signed copy! Similar to the first book I added an interactive page for kids to color on as well as real life photos of Grand Marais. #kidslit #authorsofbluesky
February 3, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Hello!! I’m so excited to announce that pre-orders have launched for my next book Grandpa Loved the North Shore! This book celebrates my family’s love of Lake Superior! Order your signed copy today!

Head to my website www.invisiblestringstories.com to order! #kidslit #kidlit
February 2, 2025 at 1:38 AM
Hoping a friend or agent on her can help! I have three #childrensbook manuscripts I want to query and all make sense to the agents I found but was told not to send multiple to one agent! Help! I’m nervous and have great ideas..one I have yet to see on the market! #kidlit
January 21, 2025 at 1:40 AM
🤯I’m a finalist for the Little peeps award Chanticleer Book Reviews & Media. There are 25 finalists in 6 categories. Now I wait until the winner is announced at the awards ceremony in April!! @chantireviews.com #kidslit #amquerying #kidlit #selfpublished
January 16, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Someone please pinch me!!! I am a semi-finalist for the Chanticleer Book Reviews & Media Little Peeps Award. This can’t be real life..on to the finals!!! #kidslit #amquerying #authorsofbluesky @chantireviews.com
January 13, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Just wanted to share some images from my upcoming book, Grandpa Loved the North Shore! Who’s getting excited? What’s is your favorite childhood vacation spot? #kidslit #kidlit #selfpublishedauthor
January 11, 2025 at 12:13 AM