Wendy Barton | KidLit Writer
@wendy-barton.bsky.social
A writer of Picture Books and Chapter Books. A Brit turned US citizen with a love of dogs. Words are easy, numbers are hard.
Super pumped to have been mentioned! Since entering I’ve had some interest from an agent and I will definitely keep chipping away. Thank you @pbrisingstars.bsky.social
May 16, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Super pumped to have been mentioned! Since entering I’ve had some interest from an agent and I will definitely keep chipping away. Thank you @pbrisingstars.bsky.social
Just rediscovered Mac Barnett. I I used to read his PB’s with gusto. Such imagination. Then I stopped writing for a long time and began other creative outlets instead. It’s to see he is still there crushing the Kidlit game #kidlit #amwriting #childrensbooks
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March 31, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Just rediscovered Mac Barnett. I I used to read his PB’s with gusto. Such imagination. Then I stopped writing for a long time and began other creative outlets instead. It’s to see he is still there crushing the Kidlit game #kidlit #amwriting #childrensbooks
Revamped my dog hotel pb to include a sidekick who teaches the main character how to have fun with the staff. Ah, dogs, I love you so #amwriting #picturebooks #kidlit
March 18, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Revamped my dog hotel pb to include a sidekick who teaches the main character how to have fun with the staff. Ah, dogs, I love you so #amwriting #picturebooks #kidlit
2500 students look amazing in sweats and sweatshirts. I wear the same and look like hell. Getting old sucks. #teenmomlife
March 13, 2025 at 4:07 PM
2500 students look amazing in sweats and sweatshirts. I wear the same and look like hell. Getting old sucks. #teenmomlife
I don’t always write. I mix it up with podcasts, courses, and workshops. I love positive mindset videos, Content creation tips, Agent and Editors sessions, and Health podcasts. I love making reels too. #amwriting #kidlit #creativity
March 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM
I don’t always write. I mix it up with podcasts, courses, and workshops. I love positive mindset videos, Content creation tips, Agent and Editors sessions, and Health podcasts. I love making reels too. #amwriting #kidlit #creativity
Thoroughly enjoying reading the query letters and entry finalists of Pb Party. Bravo! Well deserved. So helpful too for us rusty writers that are returning after a long break. I’ve learned a bit about genre breakdowns too. I recommend checking them out. So many clever Pb writers. #pbparty #kidlit
March 12, 2025 at 6:34 PM
I wrote a first draft of a dog hotel PB. I’m not normally a funny gal, but writing through dogs eyes is hilarious. Needs work but it’s a fun project. #amwriting #amquerying #kidlit
March 11, 2025 at 6:27 PM
I wrote a first draft of a dog hotel PB. I’m not normally a funny gal, but writing through dogs eyes is hilarious. Needs work but it’s a fun project. #amwriting #amquerying #kidlit
My application is in for PB Rising Stars. What an amazing opportunity. Fingers crossed! #pbrisingstars #amwriting #kidlit
March 7, 2025 at 11:55 PM
My application is in for PB Rising Stars. What an amazing opportunity. Fingers crossed! #pbrisingstars #amwriting #kidlit
Working on a new PB story that stems from our move from London to LA told through the eyes of a boy. On draft 3 so far, as I strengthen the arc and his emotional journey. #amwriting #picturebooks #unagented #amquerying #kidlit #childrensbooks
March 5, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Working on a new PB story that stems from our move from London to LA told through the eyes of a boy. On draft 3 so far, as I strengthen the arc and his emotional journey. #amwriting #picturebooks #unagented #amquerying #kidlit #childrensbooks
I am querying a British, historical, family-style PB set in 1976 during the heatwave & drought. This story highlights a time when water was rationed, neighbors helped each other, and children played outside. Cooling off brings all together. #amquerying #picturebooks #amwriting #literaryagents
March 3, 2025 at 11:24 PM
I am querying a British, historical, family-style PB set in 1976 during the heatwave & drought. This story highlights a time when water was rationed, neighbors helped each other, and children played outside. Cooling off brings all together. #amquerying #picturebooks #amwriting #literaryagents
Spiffying up a PB post critique meeting is so satisfying. It’s a stronger manuscript now. Fresh eyes really do reveal missed opportunities. #amwtiting #kidlit #picturebooks #childrensbooks
February 28, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Spiffying up a PB post critique meeting is so satisfying. It’s a stronger manuscript now. Fresh eyes really do reveal missed opportunities. #amwtiting #kidlit #picturebooks #childrensbooks
On the days when the words aren’t flowing, l listen to a podcast, I get outside and I exercise. It really loosens up and refreshes the mind. #amwriting #kidlit #childrensbooks
February 25, 2025 at 8:46 PM
On the days when the words aren’t flowing, l listen to a podcast, I get outside and I exercise. It really loosens up and refreshes the mind. #amwriting #kidlit #childrensbooks
In case anyone is in any doubt, I LOVE dogs. I’ve attempted to write several books about them, but no winning idea yet. I’m not giving up though. #amwriting #childrensbooks #kidlit
February 24, 2025 at 8:26 PM
In case anyone is in any doubt, I LOVE dogs. I’ve attempted to write several books about them, but no winning idea yet. I’m not giving up though. #amwriting #childrensbooks #kidlit
My critique group meets this week. I’m looking forward to seeing my fellow writers. We’ve been together on and off for 12 years and success has been hard earned. We cheer each other on as we know how hard the road to publication is. #amwriting #kidlit #childrensbooks
February 24, 2025 at 8:23 PM
My critique group meets this week. I’m looking forward to seeing my fellow writers. We’ve been together on and off for 12 years and success has been hard earned. We cheer each other on as we know how hard the road to publication is. #amwriting #kidlit #childrensbooks
1976 Britain. A drought. A heatwave. Found memories of my childhood. #amwriting #kidlit
February 23, 2025 at 1:40 AM
1976 Britain. A drought. A heatwave. Found memories of my childhood. #amwriting #kidlit
The first draft of my recent historical PB had 900 words and is narrative non fiction. The second draft is more immediate first person and 500 words. I’m thinking of writing a 3rd draft digging deep in the heart and agency. Where I’ll it land? #amwriting #kidlit #picturebooks #childrensbooks
February 18, 2025 at 5:38 PM
The first draft of my recent historical PB had 900 words and is narrative non fiction. The second draft is more immediate first person and 500 words. I’m thinking of writing a 3rd draft digging deep in the heart and agency. Where I’ll it land? #amwriting #kidlit #picturebooks #childrensbooks
Do you have a favorite Valentine’s/love themed book? I can’t think of a PB off the top of my head. Any suggestions? #amwriting #kidlit #scbwi #kidlitwriter #author #pbwriter #picturebooks #childrensbooks #valentinesday
February 14, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Do you have a favorite Valentine’s/love themed book? I can’t think of a PB off the top of my head. Any suggestions? #amwriting #kidlit #scbwi #kidlitwriter #author #pbwriter #picturebooks #childrensbooks #valentinesday
Digging deep into my British culture to write about a national event that I lived through as a 9 year old. I’ve researched weather, tv, radio, new articles to keep accurate. But the best sources are mom & dad. #amwriting #kidlit #scbwi #kidlitwriter #author #pbwriter #picturebooks #childrensbooks
February 13, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Digging deep into my British culture to write about a national event that I lived through as a 9 year old. I’ve researched weather, tv, radio, new articles to keep accurate. But the best sources are mom & dad. #amwriting #kidlit #scbwi #kidlitwriter #author #pbwriter #picturebooks #childrensbooks
The type of writer I am: short bursts of about 8 lines followed by 2 hours of rereading, editing, and starting from scratch. #scbwi #picturebooks #kidlit #childrensbooks
February 12, 2025 at 5:20 AM
The type of writer I am: short bursts of about 8 lines followed by 2 hours of rereading, editing, and starting from scratch. #scbwi #picturebooks #kidlit #childrensbooks
After finishing the first draft #kidlit #kidlitwriter #childrensbooks #childrenswriter #writer #author #kidsbooks
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February 8, 2025 at 5:30 PM
After finishing the first draft #kidlit #kidlitwriter #childrensbooks #childrenswriter #writer #author #kidsbooks
Rain is my favorite kind of weather, so I wrote about it. I laid out the spreads and did basic line drawings but the first drawing stumped me. How to show the rain starting in the ocean? I’m a digital art dabbler but not an illustrator. #kidlit #childrensbooks #kidsbooks ##kidsauthor #writer #scbwi
February 8, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Rain is my favorite kind of weather, so I wrote about it. I laid out the spreads and did basic line drawings but the first drawing stumped me. How to show the rain starting in the ocean? I’m a digital art dabbler but not an illustrator. #kidlit #childrensbooks #kidsbooks ##kidsauthor #writer #scbwi
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February 3, 2025 at 8:16 PM
🌻I'm thrilled to introduce you to our #Growyourwriting February 2025 featured creator, Cynthia Mackey!
Enter the #giveaway to win a picture book critique with @booksbycindy.bsky.social
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Winner announced 2/11/25!
I have a picture book out on submission which is thrilling. It’s great to be back in the mix after years in the wilderness. Burnout was real, but the refresh is wonderful. What is going on in your writerly world today? #kidlit #kidlitwriter #childrenswriter #kidsbooks #kidswriter #author #scbwi
February 8, 2025 at 4:33 PM
I have a picture book out on submission which is thrilling. It’s great to be back in the mix after years in the wilderness. Burnout was real, but the refresh is wonderful. What is going on in your writerly world today? #kidlit #kidlitwriter #childrenswriter #kidsbooks #kidswriter #author #scbwi
I have one last chapter to write on a first draft MS that has been a joy to write. This first book will be roughly 5000 words and part of a book series. It falls into chapter book category, but the language may be above the reading level. What to do, what to do? #kidlit #writer #kidsbooks #author
February 8, 2025 at 1:53 AM
I have one last chapter to write on a first draft MS that has been a joy to write. This first book will be roughly 5000 words and part of a book series. It falls into chapter book category, but the language may be above the reading level. What to do, what to do? #kidlit #writer #kidsbooks #author
I was late to the PBParty and new to it all. I’m not sure if I can read entires. If I can, how do I get access? Thank you lovely writers. #pbparty #kidlit #childrenswriter
February 7, 2025 at 8:59 PM
I was late to the PBParty and new to it all. I’m not sure if I can read entires. If I can, how do I get access? Thank you lovely writers. #pbparty #kidlit #childrenswriter