Many kidlit writers write some, mostly, or all nonfiction. Today’s world needs us now more than ever to use our talents and skills to help kids of all ages learn about our changing world, how it affects them, and what they can do to create change for the better in areas that are important to them, their friends and families, and their communities.
Read on for more in this issue of my author newsletter!
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Tagged Author Visits, Books, Change, Environment, Kidlit, Middle Grade, Nature, Newsletter, nonfiction, Nonfiction Fest, Parenting, Picture Books, reading, Writing, Writing for Change
As the year comes to a close and a new one is about to begin, I’m looking to refill my well of creativity. Read on to find out more!
Posted in Books, Christmas, Family, Gifts, Illustrations, Kidlit, Kidlit, Middle Grade, News, Newsletter, Parenthood, Parenting, Picture Books, Picture Books, reading, Reviews, Writing, Writing
Tagged Books, Christmas, Family, Gifts, Illustrations, Kidlit, Middle Grade, Newsletter, Parenting, Picture Books, reading, Reviews, Writing
As we fall back into a gentler season, don’t forget to let books be a part of your days, weeks, and months ahead. I definitely will be…find out more in my latest newsletter!
Posted in Books, Environment, Family, Gifts, Illustrations, Kidlit, Kidlit, Newsletter, Parenting, Picture Books, Picture Books, reading, Writing, Writing
Tagged Authors, Book Fairs, Books, Events, Family, Gifts, Illustrations, Kidlit, Nature, Newsletter, Picture Books, reading, Writing
It’s my favorite time of the year! Cooler weather, gorgeous colors, back-to-school in full swing…what’s not to love?! This issue covers the best of fall, plus my upcoming book events and more! Enjoy!
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Tagged Author Visits, Book Festivals, Books, Fall, Family, Kidlit, Librarians, Middle Grade, Nature, Newsletter, Picture Books, Teachers, Writing
Summer is in full swing, even if some kids have already started back in school (hello, Midwest!). One way to make summer magical and full is through reading and books. I cover this and more in my latest newsletter!
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Tagged Books, Events, illustration, Kidlit, Middle Grade, Nature, Newsletter, Parenting, Picture Books, Poetry, reading, Summer, Writing
The year keeps rolling on, each nice day going by faster than the last as we approach the summer solstice. I’m keeping busy, rolling on too, marketing my new book, researching, and writing more. Here’s to sweet, sweet summertime!
Posted in Books, Creativity, Illustrations, Kidlit, Kidlit, Nature, Newsletter, Parenting, Picture Books, Picture Books, reading, Writing, Writing
Tagged Author, Books, Kidlit, Nature, Newsletter, nonfiction, Picture Books, reading, Research, Summer, Writing
This is a big and exciting month for me…my debut picture book releases on May 20th! Read on for how you can get a signed copy and enter to win a book bundle!
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Tagged Animals, Book Launch, Books, Environment, Gifts, Illustrations, Kidlit, Nature, Newsletter, nonfiction, nonfiction picture books, Picture Books, Poetry, Writing
No fooling, it’s hard to believe we’ve made it to April…read on for kidlit news and more!
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Tagged April, Creativity, Environment, Gifts, Kidlit, Middle Grade, Mud to the Rescue!, Nature, News, Newsletter, Picture Books, reading, Writing
Spring is almost here and books are the answer. Answer to what? Read on to find out more!
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Tagged Books, illustration, Kidlit, Middle Grade, News, Newsletter, Parenting, Picture Books, Poetry, reading, Reviews, Writing
February is a fabulous months for books! Read on to discover ways you can celebrate your love of books this month.
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Tagged Books, February, Illustrations, Kidlit, Middle Grade, Nature, News, Newsletter, Picture Books, Poetry, Writing
It’s almost the end of one year and quickly moving into the beginning of another! I’m so excited for 2025, especially May 20th, because that’s when my debut picture book will release into the world. Read more about my pre-order giveaway, plus other fun kidlit news, in this double-issue newsletter!
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Tagged Books, Giveaway, illustration, Kidlit, Nature Books, NCTE, Newsletter, Picture Books, Preorders, reading, Writing
With autumn in full swing and colder weather on the way, it’s a great time to celebrate books! November is a big month in the kidlit world, with Children’s Book Week, Nonfiction November, and other fun events, but I also have big news to celebrate. Read on for all the details!
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Tagged Animals, Authors, Books, Brainstorming, Creativity, Family, Goals, Illustrations, Inspiration, Kidlit, Middle Grade, Nature, Newsletter, Parenting, Picture Books, Poetry, reading, STEM, Writing
It’s the moooost wonderful time of the year! For me at least, October is my favorite month. My newsletter explains why, along with kidlit and book-related news and events…enjoy!
Tanya
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A change in seasons is a good time to change up your creative routine or discover new things. This month’s newsletter has some ideas for how I’m doing that, along with some of my favorite kidlit resources that have helped me in the past (and still do!) in my journey. Enjoy!
Tanya
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Tagged Birds, Books, Creativity, Environment, Goals, illustration, Inspiration, Kidlit, Nature, Picture Books, Seasons, September, Writing
It’s finally summer (well, not officially, but close)! It’s a great time to relax a bit and enjoy a great book (or five). And don’t forget…kids who read in the summer do better in school in the fall and retain more of what they’ve learned, so make sure they have a few fun books on hand as well!
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Tanya Konerman, Author 