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Let's help... KidLitCares for Oklahoma
Yesterday, while I was talking about books and writing with an amazing group of 4th and 5th graders in Western New York, another group of elementary school students took shelter ...
Thank you: An Open Letter to Sharon Creech
Dear Ms. Creech, This is a thank you note mixed with a confession. Read on, and you'll understand. First, I have to say that I loved your talk at the New England ...
Vermont's Dorothy Canfield Fisher Conference 2013
Last Friday, I was lucky enough to be one of the two keynote speakers for Vermont's annual Dorothy Canfield Fisher Conference, a full day celebration of books and reading. When ...
Thank you, New England SCBWI Friends!
I spent this weekend at the New England SCBWI Conference, which is always an amazing opportunity to talk writing and learn about craft as well as a chance to see ...
A Magical Day in Maine
I traveled to Maine for the Maine State Libraries Reading Round Up this week. One thing that made the trip special was the lovely bed & breakfast where I stayed, ...
