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Matt@stradiwhovius.bsky.social · last yr.

lmao get her

Love this post from @annbraden.bsky.social. #EduSky "When life shows you how fragile it can be, it shapes you as a person. This is what I explore in my newest book INTO THE RAPIDS. It’s a survival story, but it’s also about how there’s more to life than just survival."

MOVING BEYOND SURVIVAL MODE by Ann Braden

When I was fifteen-months old, my dad died in a plane crash. I was in the plane crash, too. So was my mom. My mom saved my life.  It was winter, after sunset, when we crashed into a heavi…

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"[Kids]need to see themselves as a hero on the page—but they also need to be able to be transported somewhere else. Maybe that’s to somewhere funny or somewhere magical. Maybe it’s to the past or to a dystopian future that makes our current world look like a utopian society." #kidlit

School Library Journal@slj.com · last yr.

Don’t Judge Young Readers Who Need a Break From Tough Topics | Opinion

I’ve got opinions! www.slj.com/story/newsfe... #FreedomToRead

Don’t Judge Young Readers Who Need a Break From Tough Topics | Opinion

Author Ann Braden tackles difficult subject matter in her middle grade books. But she knows the value of an escapist read and wants the children's publishing world to respect and understand the kids w...

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I loved this new one by @annbraden.bsky.social It’s out in the world now!!Addy & Caleb are headed to our next #bookposse reader @teachlovesbooks.bsky.social @nancyrosep.bsky.social

We couldn't let May #BookBirthdays end without a moment for all of the amazing middle grade and early readers the month gave us! Click to learn more about these great new books 📕 (2/2) @annbraden.bsky.social

In INTO THE RAPIDS by @annbraden.bsky.social, when a severe storm jeopardizes Addy's plan to attend a survival camp, she'll have to decide if she is ready to trust a new friend & her community to chase her goal. Don't miss this fast paced survival story w/adventure & emotion! #mglit 📚👍🏻

5 out of 5 stars to INTO THE RAPIDS by @annbraden.bsky.social www.goodreads.com/review/show/... @nancyrosep.bsky.social @penguinschoollib.bsky.social #mg

Lynn Plourde's review of Into the Rapids

5/5: From the beginning of INTO THE RAPIDS, I wanted to give Addy a hug. She carried such a heavy load. And I don't mean the weight of her backpack for the survival camp she desperately wanted to get ...

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“I know many of us feel like we’re in survival mode at the moment. For so many reasons and in so many directions at once. So, how do we both manage to survive AND make that leap from survival mode to being able to play and relax enough to trust others?” nerdybookclub.wordpress.com/2025/05/20/m...

MOVING BEYOND SURVIVAL MODE by Ann Braden

When I was fifteen-months old, my dad died in a plane crash. I was in the plane crash, too. So was my mom. My mom saved my life.  It was winter, after sunset, when we crashed into a heavi…

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Wow! Powerful personal connection to @annbraden.bsky.social’s new #mg novel. nerdybookclub.wordpress.com/2025/05/20/m... @nancyrosep.bsky.social @penguinschoollib.bsky.social

MOVING BEYOND SURVIVAL MODE by Ann Braden

When I was fifteen-months old, my dad died in a plane crash. I was in the plane crash, too. So was my mom. My mom saved my life.  It was winter, after sunset, when we crashed into a heavi…

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Such a powerful powerful essay! Especially for educators. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

k-wilfrid.bsky.social@k-wilfrid.bsky.social · last yr.

I am honored to share this essay of mine in "Electric Literature." A lot of time and tears went into writing it, and it took a long time to find a home. I'd be honored if you would read it, and even more so if you chose to share it with someone else. electricliterature.com/the-complica...

An American Airlines gate agent in Austin recognized that the wallpaper on my phone is from Flora and Ulysses. He said, “I read that book in elementary school.” I was confused at first. We connected over our love of stories. He now owns a signed copy of Louder Than Hunger.

This looks like it may be a page-turner, especially after Hurricane Helene. “When a super-storm hits Addy's remote mountain town, knocking out the bridge and cutting her home off from the main road…” (from Google Books)

Ann Braden (she/her)@annbraden.bsky.social · last yr.

INTO THE RAPIDS launches into the world today! I'm so excited for you to leap into the rapids of life with Addy! I can't wait to meet readers tomorrow at Anderson’s in IL (tickets required), on 5/15 at Schuler Books in MI, & on 5/23 at the Flying Pig in VT. I hope to see some of you along the way!

A fantastic must read new middle grade. Not to be missed!

Ann Braden (she/her)@annbraden.bsky.social · last yr.

INTO THE RAPIDS launches into the world today! I'm so excited for you to leap into the rapids of life with Addy! I can't wait to meet readers tomorrow at Anderson’s in IL (tickets required), on 5/15 at Schuler Books in MI, & on 5/23 at the Flying Pig in VT. I hope to see some of you along the way!

Such a thrilling and emotional read! A new favorite. Check out my conversation with @annbraden.bsky.social on Episode 135 of the Adventures in Learning podcast (out today). www.buzzsprout.com/2019975/epis... youtu.be/4OLvbmQwbJ4

From Flash Floods to Fire Towers: Stories of Growth and Resilience with Ann Braden and Caroline Starr Rose - Dr. Diane's Adventures in Learning

Get ready for some amazing adventures as you plan your summer reading journey with not one, but TWO thrilling middle grade tales of courage, growth, and resilience featuring strong female leads. Happy...

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Ann Braden (she/her)@annbraden.bsky.social · last yr.

INTO THE RAPIDS launches into the world today! I'm so excited for you to leap into the rapids of life with Addy! I can't wait to meet readers tomorrow at Anderson’s in IL (tickets required), on 5/15 at Schuler Books in MI, & on 5/23 at the Flying Pig in VT. I hope to see some of you along the way!

Happy book birthday @annbraden.bsky.social! What an amazing book!

Happy book birthday to @annbraden.bsky.social's Into the Rapids!

Happy book birthday Into the Rapids @annbraden.bskysocial Great bk abt bravery, trust, survival and friendship when Addy is cut off from town when bridge is out. There’s a missing neighbor. Can she and Caleb find neighbor? @nancyrosep.bskysocial

INTO THE RAPIDS launches into the world today! I'm so excited for you to leap into the rapids of life with Addy! I can't wait to meet readers tomorrow at Anderson’s in IL (tickets required), on 5/15 at Schuler Books in MI, & on 5/23 at the Flying Pig in VT. I hope to see some of you along the way!

Each sentence holds a nugget of wisdom that will touch the reader. But don’t blink, or you’ll miss details that will take you through the rapids to a satisfying conclusion.” — @ala-booklist.bsky.social Preorder @annbraden.bsky.social's INTO THE RAPIDS for your class or library!

Into the Rapids by Ann Braden: 9780593856369 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books

Sometimes even a girl who likes to rely only on herself needs to be brave enough to ask for help. When a super-storm hits Addy's remote mountain town, knocking out the bridge and cutting her home off...

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BOOSTING! All middle grade teachers should have this book in their libraries! 🐙 #kidlit

Ann Braden (she/her)@annbraden.bsky.social · last yr.

Giveaway Time! To celebrate the release of INTO THE RAPIDS this week, I’m giving away a set of 16 copies of THE BENEFITS OF BEING AN OCTOPUS, along with a ton of #TeamOctopus tattoos & bookmarks. To Enter: Share & Comment that you’re interested! #tlsky #edsky #booksky #Kidlitsky #giveaway

Giveaway Time! To celebrate the release of INTO THE RAPIDS this week, I’m giving away a set of 16 copies of THE BENEFITS OF BEING AN OCTOPUS, along with a ton of #TeamOctopus tattoos & bookmarks. To Enter: Share & Comment that you’re interested! #tlsky #edsky #booksky #Kidlitsky #giveaway

It's true! 👀 Feel free to send us an email at everyonesbks@gmail.com, give us a call at 802-254-8160, or order via our website www.everyonesbooks.com

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Ann Braden (she/her)@annbraden.bsky.social · last yr.

Just a few days left to pre-order INTO THE RAPIDS! If you want a signed copy, I'll be signing pre-orders this Saturday at @everyonesbooks.bsky.social and Bartleby's Books, but pre-orders from anywhere are great! This book is going to be born soon!!

Just a few days left to pre-order INTO THE RAPIDS! If you want a signed copy, I'll be signing pre-orders this Saturday at @everyonesbooks.bsky.social and Bartleby's Books, but pre-orders from anywhere are great! This book is going to be born soon!!

INTO THE RAPIDS opens with a power outage and guess who doesn’t have power right now? Someone with a very special box of author copies! #PowerOutageUnboxing #ComingMay13th

I'm so excited to attend this staged reading of FLIGHT OF THE PUFFIN the weekend of 6/7 in NYC! Isabella Manhart, a fabulous non-binary playwright from Nebraska, has done an amazing job. I honestly like it better than the book! Tickets are free & available now! www.broadwayworld.com/off-off-broa...

FLIGHT OF PUFFIN to be Presented at New Plays For Young Audiences

Rehearsed readings of Flight of the Puffin, written by playwright Isabella Manhart and adapted from the book by Ann Braden will be presented at the Provincetown Playhouse. Learn more!

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Two Good Things: 1) My daughter and I are back home & she's doing well! 2) I get to connect w/ readers soon to celebrate the release of INTO THE RAPIDS, including an event at Anderson’s with one of my very favorite people and authors, Jasmine Warga! If you're nearby, I hope I get to see you!

A #MG #adventure #book that deals with loss, grief & finding out what ur capable of. Out 5/13: amzn.to/4lKDZDB #library #books #tlsky #skybrarian #skybrarians #librarian #bookrecommendation #librarians @annbraden.bsky.social