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Quinette Cook
@quinettecook.bsky.social
Storyteller | Weimaraner Mom | Gardener | MFA in Writing for Children & YA Hamline University | SCBWI RAE | HWA | seeking representation www.quinettecook.com
Hi! It’s been a while since I’ve been here. Taking a quick break to show you what I’m working on. Wait. I can’t do that right now, so I’ll show you my work space for today. I’ve got my cup of coffee,cleaned up a bit, and I’m ready to work. More to come in the near future.
November 6, 2025 at 1:55 PM
This is true for writers too.
July 18, 2025 at 12:34 PM
I haven’t been posting much lately because I’ve been busy revising two middle grade novels and making art.

Having fun with 5x5” mixed media series. The attached is one I’m calling Tequila Sunrise .
May 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
It IS Black History Month despite what Gurgle Calendar says. Here is another great book.

#blackhistorymonth #historymatters #kidlit #kidlitart
February 17, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Another book for Black History Month. For any month.
February 10, 2025 at 8:15 PM
It’s February 9th and Black History Month. Today is a perfect day to read a middle grade novel.
February 9, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Day 14, Birbfest Challenge, the beautiful Barn Owl.

If you love owls, check out Matthew Cordell's new book, TO SEE AN OWL, or Jane Yolen's classic, OWL MOON.
February 9, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Still celebrating Black History Month with books written and/or illustrated by black women and men.
February 8, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Day 13 Birbfest Challenge. Alert and vigil, the Phainopeplas.
February 8, 2025 at 4:16 PM
It’s February 6th and it’s Black History Month. This is an amazing book on so many levels. History matters. Books matter.
February 6, 2025 at 3:56 PM
It’s February 5th. Let’s continue to celebrate Black History Month. Read books by black authors and illustrators.
February 5, 2025 at 1:11 PM
It’s February 4th. Let’s continue to celebrate Black History Month. Read books by black authors and illustrators.
February 4, 2025 at 4:01 PM
It’s February 3rd. Let’s celebrate Black History Month by reading books by black authors and illustrators.
February 3, 2025 at 1:44 PM
February is Black History Month. Let’s celebrate by reading books by black authors and illustrators.
February 2, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Let’s Celebrate Black History Month. Read a book!
February 1, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers!

#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#BookChallenge

Day 20
January 29, 2025 at 10:43 AM
My first read of 2025 is by @lisayee.bsky.social An amazing #middlegrade book that everyone should read.

I look forward to checking out her early drafts at the Kerlan library in the near future.

#kidlit #middkegrade
January 24, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Day 10 #birbfest.challenge (yes, I’m a few days behind). I hope this colorful Snowcap Hummingbird brings you joy!
January 21, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers!

#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#BookChallenge

Day 19
January 17, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Day 9 (yes, I’m a few days behind) of the #birbfest.challenge. Here are a pair of Magellanic Penguins. Don’t they look sweet?
January 17, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Day 8 #Birbfest.challenge is the Northern Potoo. These muppet-like birds with large googly yellow eyes make me laugh. 😆 They do, however, have a scary ghost-like call that would be a bit unnerving if you were alone in the dark in the jungle.
January 14, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Day 7 #birbfest.challenge. This is the very colorful Rainbow Lorikeet.
January 10, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Day 6 #birbfest.challenge. Say hello to the Stonechat. This little fellow is enjoying his green bug lunch. Mixed media piece: watercolor, colored pencils, black sharpie, posca pens.
January 9, 2025 at 6:52 PM
A bright @birbfest.challenge bird for a dreary, cold day. Day 5, the Crimson Hummingbird. Still a few days behind. 🤪

Using watercolor, colored pencil, back sharpie…anything laying around.
January 8, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Day 4 #birbfest challenge. Say hello to the regal Red Kite this fine winter day. Mixed media piece.
January 6, 2025 at 3:33 PM