Pete M
@petem.bsky.social
Reader/Writer of MG and picture books, fascinated with history, working on home projects, and husband of a cancer warrior 🥊
This was a great show, especially if you enjoy history. I have so much admiration and respect for the mom and daughter. They did a wonderful job.
If you need a wholesome break from politics and sex trafficking, check out the documentary “The Last Wright” about a mother and daughter who build the last Frank Lloyd Wright house from plans he left. 🏡 🎞️
November 13, 2025 at 3:40 AM
This was a great show, especially if you enjoy history. I have so much admiration and respect for the mom and daughter. They did a wonderful job.
Pet owner who doesn’t take chances
November 6, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Pet owner who doesn’t take chances
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Looking for some feedback on your picture book? Join @writersloftma.bsky.social and me for a Picture Book Circle on November 20 at 7! Registration information in the link below!
www.thewritersloft.org/loft-workshops
www.thewritersloft.org/loft-workshops
November 4, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Looking for some feedback on your picture book? Join @writersloftma.bsky.social and me for a Picture Book Circle on November 20 at 7! Registration information in the link below!
www.thewritersloft.org/loft-workshops
www.thewritersloft.org/loft-workshops
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No Yooper sunrise this morning due to clouds but we did have a hard frost here on Northwest Lake Michigan, the first time this fall, and we have blooming flowers on November 1st which is a first for me and Lake Michigan is at its lowest level in 10 years now. #mymichigan
November 1, 2025 at 12:56 PM
No Yooper sunrise this morning due to clouds but we did have a hard frost here on Northwest Lake Michigan, the first time this fall, and we have blooming flowers on November 1st which is a first for me and Lake Michigan is at its lowest level in 10 years now. #mymichigan
November 1, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Thanks for a great chat everyone. My A1C is a bit higher but totally worth it! 😁
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
October 29, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Thanks for a great chat everyone. My A1C is a bit higher but totally worth it! 😁
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
Any story with Reese’s has to be good. Even if it is Reese’s Pieces, right ET?
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
I think that Halloween-specific books are a great way to make the scary explainable. The monster is a misunderstood vegetarian, the ghost is just lonely, etc. As long as nobody touches their Reese's cups, then everything is just fine. #Kidlitchat
October 29, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Any story with Reese’s has to be good. Even if it is Reese’s Pieces, right ET?
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
I call dibs on the pumpkin shaped Reese’s 😁
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
I cannot fault that, if for no other reason than it leaves more Reese's for the rest of us. #kidlitchat
October 29, 2025 at 1:11 AM
I call dibs on the pumpkin shaped Reese’s 😁
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
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life really is all about perspective instead of thinking “i’m stuck in a sewer drain 😢 ” say “i’m going to meet a fireman 😃 “
October 27, 2025 at 6:24 PM
life really is all about perspective instead of thinking “i’m stuck in a sewer drain 😢 ” say “i’m going to meet a fireman 😃 “
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You're not going to get your book right on the first draft. Let it be messy! Get the words down. Revise it into the story you hope it will be bit by bit. You'll be surprised by all the unexpected gems you find along the way.
October 22, 2025 at 5:22 PM
You're not going to get your book right on the first draft. Let it be messy! Get the words down. Revise it into the story you hope it will be bit by bit. You'll be surprised by all the unexpected gems you find along the way.
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Getting geared up to query, but need that extra boost? I have openings! Whether you're looking for developmental guidance or an extra eye on your query letter or synopsis, I can help get you to your next step.
www.alisonweisseditorial.com/services
Please reach out with any questions!
www.alisonweisseditorial.com/services
Please reach out with any questions!
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October 17, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Getting geared up to query, but need that extra boost? I have openings! Whether you're looking for developmental guidance or an extra eye on your query letter or synopsis, I can help get you to your next step.
www.alisonweisseditorial.com/services
Please reach out with any questions!
www.alisonweisseditorial.com/services
Please reach out with any questions!
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If you're looking for professional help with your #kidlit or #YA project, I have openings. (If you want to tentatively line something up for when you're ready, we can look at that, too.) Let's get you feeling confident.
alisonweisseditorial.com
Please reach out with any questions.
alisonweisseditorial.com
Please reach out with any questions.
Alison Weiss Editorial
Professional freelance editorial services for children's and young adult projects. Alison Weiss is an experienced industry trade editor of bestselling and award-winning titles with more than 15 years ...
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October 7, 2025 at 9:28 PM
If you're looking for professional help with your #kidlit or #YA project, I have openings. (If you want to tentatively line something up for when you're ready, we can look at that, too.) Let's get you feeling confident.
alisonweisseditorial.com
Please reach out with any questions.
alisonweisseditorial.com
Please reach out with any questions.
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#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
I’m really good at seeing things I don’t like about my query after I have already sent it out several times. As much as I try to revise and edit in advance, I always end up in that same place. #kidlitchat
October 8, 2025 at 1:06 AM
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#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
I read a lot of Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew. Also Charlotte’s Web and Willy Wonka.
Calvin and Hobbes was still a few years away so the Doonesbury was a favorite.
#kidlitchat
Calvin and Hobbes was still a few years away so the Doonesbury was a favorite.
#kidlitchat
TOPIC: What were your own favorite books from childhood? (Extra points if they're in the same genre you create now.) Do you ever revisit them for inspiration? #kidlitchat
October 1, 2025 at 1:16 AM
I read a lot of Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew. Also Charlotte’s Web and Willy Wonka.
Calvin and Hobbes was still a few years away so the Doonesbury was a favorite.
#kidlitchat
Calvin and Hobbes was still a few years away so the Doonesbury was a favorite.
#kidlitchat
September 28, 2025 at 2:09 AM
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Unapologetically read what gives you joy and strength and ignites a fire inside. Arm yourself with facts, with stories, with possibilities. There are those who don’t want you to know all you can be. Who want to imprison you with woe. They want you small. Devour words and build to dizzying heights.
September 27, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Unapologetically read what gives you joy and strength and ignites a fire inside. Arm yourself with facts, with stories, with possibilities. There are those who don’t want you to know all you can be. Who want to imprison you with woe. They want you small. Devour words and build to dizzying heights.
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As you cancel streaming services, here is a casual reminder that only 16% of Americans read for pleasure anymore, and your local library has hundreds or thousands of books you haven't read.
They would love to see you stop by and renew your library card.
They would love to see you stop by and renew your library card.
September 18, 2025 at 7:55 PM
As you cancel streaming services, here is a casual reminder that only 16% of Americans read for pleasure anymore, and your local library has hundreds or thousands of books you haven't read.
They would love to see you stop by and renew your library card.
They would love to see you stop by and renew your library card.
Thanks to everyone at #kidlitchat for the inspiration and recharging tonight. I have many tools in my box now! And thanks to @bonnieadamson.com and @gregpincus.bsky.social for their commitment every week.
September 17, 2025 at 2:01 AM
Thanks to everyone at #kidlitchat for the inspiration and recharging tonight. I have many tools in my box now! And thanks to @bonnieadamson.com and @gregpincus.bsky.social for their commitment every week.
I will read and read, then read some more. I get recharged/inspired by all the good books out there.
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
September 17, 2025 at 1:08 AM
I will read and read, then read some more. I get recharged/inspired by all the good books out there.
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
I tend to write in first person. It is easier and more natural for me. As far as reading, it doesn’t matter. A good story keeps me glued to the pages.
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
TOPIC: We want to know how you decide between first person or third person when you're working on a manuscript. Do you prefer one? Do you prefer reading one to the other? (FWIW, behind the scenes, emails flew and they came up with this topic. They hope it works!) #kidlitchat
September 10, 2025 at 1:09 AM
I tend to write in first person. It is easier and more natural for me. As far as reading, it doesn’t matter. A good story keeps me glued to the pages.
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
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Writing your manuscript and putting it out into the world is hard. Sometimes, all you need is a little help. From full edits to query letter and synopsis review to coaching, let's get you to the next step. Booking fall and winter now. Reach out with questions! #kidlit #ya
alisonweisseditorial.com
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Alison Weiss Editorial
Professional freelance editorial services for children's and young adult projects. Alison Weiss is an experienced industry trade editor of bestselling and award-winning titles with more than 15 years ...
alisonweisseditorial.com
September 6, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Writing your manuscript and putting it out into the world is hard. Sometimes, all you need is a little help. From full edits to query letter and synopsis review to coaching, let's get you to the next step. Booking fall and winter now. Reach out with questions! #kidlit #ya
alisonweisseditorial.com
alisonweisseditorial.com
Me too. I will never submit some work, but I still keep them around for ideas. Funny on how this was a topic for this week as yesterday I looked at some decades old work to see if they could be useful in my current WIP.
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
There are projects I'm at peace with never submitting, old friends who let me live in their space for awhile--and "maybe" projects that *might* pan out someday, but I've only really shelved one, permanently. #kidlitchat
August 27, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Me too. I will never submit some work, but I still keep them around for ideas. Funny on how this was a topic for this week as yesterday I looked at some decades old work to see if they could be useful in my current WIP.
#kidlitchat
#kidlitchat
A shoutout to Alison Weiss @alioop7.bsky.social for her perceptive comments on my manuscript. It was a pleasure to work with her and she is extremely insightful. I am excited to incorporate her suggestions and highly recommend Alison for editorial work. You will not be disappointed.
August 22, 2025 at 9:25 PM
A shoutout to Alison Weiss @alioop7.bsky.social for her perceptive comments on my manuscript. It was a pleasure to work with her and she is extremely insightful. I am excited to incorporate her suggestions and highly recommend Alison for editorial work. You will not be disappointed.
Yes, exactly! I love the fact that MG is hopeful and tend to have positive endings. This is why I read/write for this age group. #kidlitchat
Reading middle grade fiction has always been one of my sweet spots because there is almost always HOPE. I have found this is not always a guarantee with adult books. #KidLitChat
August 20, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Yes, exactly! I love the fact that MG is hopeful and tend to have positive endings. This is why I read/write for this age group. #kidlitchat