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Mark Snoad
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I write fun, feel-good fantasy that celebrates misfits and girl-power.
I'm blessed to have two daughters, three sisters, and one wife.
www.wayfindergirls.org

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Review: "This book is a joy to read, packed with adventure, heart and so many laugh-out-loud moments. It is the perfect mix of action, history and fantasy, with a brilliant cast of characters and a main character who is both relatable and inspiring" www.thesecretbookreview.co.uk/post/maggie-... -
Maggie And The Mountain Of Light 🌄
By Mark Snoad.
www.thesecretbookreview.co.uk
March 5, 2025 at 8:12 AM
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There's a free short story, a prequel to Maggie and the Mountain of Light, available on the Wayfinder Girls website - wayfindergirls.org Feedback welcome. Enjoy 😀
February 14, 2025 at 4:22 AM
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So nice to have Maggie part of The Kiwi Kids' Bookstore.

Whānau is the Māori (indigenous people of Aotearoa New Zealand) name for family.

Aotearoa is the Māori name for New Zealand. It means "land of the long white cloud."

Kiwi is the bird, the fruit, and the people 😂
February 10, 2025 at 4:15 AM
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So good to be able to participate in the San Diego Writing Workshop from my home in Aotearoa New Zealand. Technology win. Yay!!
February 7, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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Thrilled to have Maggie and the Mountain of Light stocked by The Kiwi Kids' Bookstore. Thanks Kate! If you're looking to get a copy for yourself or a friend, well, here you go! Yay!! 😀 kiwikidsbooks.nz/product/magg...
Maggie and the Mountain of Light - The Kiwi Kids' Bookstore
A respected organization, a hidden purpose, a world-ending threat. Twelve-year-old Maggie Thatcher longs to be a courageous Wayfinder Girl. But that's not very likely; she is barely coping with life a...
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February 6, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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🌟More Magic
🔥More Adventure
😈More Monsters

Things take off quickly in book 2 for our favorite siblings and they DO NOT SLOW DOWN. I cannot wait for you to follow Tirza and Eli on their continued adventure.

#middlegradebooks #fantasy #adventure #cleanreads #readingcommunity
Mood Board of Children of the Ancient Heroes: Hope and Despair - Book 2 of the Lighted Lands Journey. Coming May 6, 2025 from Monarch Press. Contains pictures of Sea Serpents, Dragons, A boy running with a tiger, A girl with a giant dog, a mermaid with a whale, a dryad, a giant crow, and a blind, ragged dwarf.
February 5, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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Wonderful review of a fantastic debut MG novel soon to be released by Monarch Press. Check it out - carolbaldwinbooks.com/2025/02/01/y...
You Can See It Here First: A Cover Reveal and Giveaway for Stacey Bartlett’s New Middle-Grade Novel - Carol Baldwin - Author, Teacher, Speaker
Get a look at this cover of Monster Mountain-- a MG novel by Stacey Bartlett.
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February 2, 2025 at 11:40 PM
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It was my daughter's first day of teaching today and I got to see her in action. It was awesome. Mikayla was my inspiration for Maggie and the Mountain of Light and she continues to inspire me today. Proud Dad moment!
January 30, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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We are a group of #kidlit creators who have been heartbroken by the devastating scenes in Los Angeles. We are raising desperately-needed funds for wildfire relief efforts with an auction taking place Jan 20th - Jan 28th.

Please share: www.32auctions.com/organiza...

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Cartoon bear wearing a construction hat and vest walking with pen, pencil, and paintbrush across a background sketch of the LA skyline with palm trees. Handwritten text surrounding the image says: "Kid Lit for Los Angeles" Typed text is the same info in post. There is a photo of the item contributor. Typed text says, Kidlit Auction Open Now! About Kidlit For Los Angeles We are a group of kidlit creators who have been heartbroken by the apocalyptic scenes in Los Angeles. We are raising desperately needed funds for wildfire relief efforts in the impacted communities. Logos for: California Community Foundation, California Community Foundation, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, Animal Wellness Foundation Fire Relief Fund. How does the auction work? Donations are listed on our auction page. Bid on items here: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles Winners will show proof of donation to one of the auction’s four charities as payment for their item(s). These receipts will be reviewed, and winners will be connected with donors after verification. The auction is January 20th (9am PST) through January 28th (8pm PST). How Can I Help? Follow us here and on IG @kidlitforlosangeles. We’re sharing some of the amazing donations of signed books, school visits, art, critiques, and AMAs from award-winning and NYT bestselling authors & illustrators, agents, and editors. Bid high and bid often! There are items from donors like Peter Brown, Suzanne Collins, Leigh Bardugo, Amanda Gorman, Kate DiCamillo, Jeff Kinney, Tui
January 26, 2025 at 5:06 AM
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New addition to the view from my desk, hoping it will inspire me and my writing. Courtesy of a collaboration between Wētā Workshop and MetalBird. It's great living in Aotearoa New Zealand! - www.metalbird.co.nz/pages/lord-o...
December 8, 2024 at 7:10 AM
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My daughter, Mikayla (on the left) is training to be a teacher and I got to visit her class for their literacy block and do an author talk about my journey as a writer. It was so nice to see her teaching and share some of the joy of reading!
November 16, 2024 at 12:50 AM
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Please order my magical MG debut, THE PAINTER'S BUTTERFLY! But don't take my word for it...let the reviews speak:
"Beautifully written, full of lush imagery, like a painting."
"It’s particularly a treat to any art lover."
"Just genius."
www.apbooks.net/product-page...
#debut #kidlit #readers #books
November 13, 2024 at 10:04 PM