Heather Lee
@heatherlee.bsky.social
KidLit writer. Nurse Practitioner. Overseer of the House Committee for Spoiled Cats. SCBWI Member | 12 x 12 | Inked Voices | RACWI News Editor
Have you had an idea for a children's book or at least wondered how kid's books get made? We are offering up the knowledge in our noggins in a laid-back Q&A. You can get your free ticket (or even donate to the awesome Writers & Books!) and get more info at writersandbooks.org/product/kidl...
Today is the only day you can experience Ray Bradbury’s “There Will Come Soft Rains” on the day it is set. Audio: archive.org/details/brad... PDF: thephilosopher.net/bredberi/wp-...
I've gotta share a post that does so much for humanity. Deserves a medal! 🥇
jessamyn@librarian.bsky.social · 2mo agoI work at a public library. People who want to use AI seem to have no trouble doing so. People who don't want to use AI have a harder time. I crowdsourced and then finalized this document "How to disable or avoid intrusive AI" and then gave it a short URL: notoai.org Please pass along if it's useful
Me running to preorder all my writing buddies’ books!
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There is a lot to unpack here. As a writer and voracious reader, the post literate world is both terrifying and heartbreaking.
The End of Reading Is Here
Optimists once believed that universal literacy was inevitable. Now it seems that the age of reading might be a short anomaly in human history.
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Spending my Saturday with @thewritingbarn.bsky.social surrounded by creative souls cheering each other on and learning a ton in the process! #TheWritingBarnIED
A foreshadowing of regrets to come...August is almost upon us.
𝐔𝐧𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐛@johnxuandou.bsky.social · last yr.This is one of the most beautiful things I have witnessed, the craft here is impeccable.
This auction is blowing my mind! Writers: Check out the fantastic consultations offerings! World-building, Science, Economics, Medical, Birds, Fashion, and Horses—just to name a few!
Romancing the Vote 2026
Silent auction 'Romancing the Vote 2026' hosted online at 32auctions.
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Get in on this! And grab one of the amazing recent releases for Pride while you're at it! 📚🏳️🌈
Bookshop.org@bookshop.org · 3mo agoAnti-Prime Day starts…NOW! 🥳 Today through 6/26, enjoy free standard shipping site-wide, all while supporting local, independent bookstores.
Got a good chunk of revision done today and even had time to rabbit-hole into the D&D world for a while. For research purposes only...yeah right. A solid use of time, if I do say so myself.
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Editing is just realizing you will put the same word three times in one sentence like a psycho and you actually have no idea what you're doing
Library haul. All the spooky/fall picture books for me! Any recommendations are welcome!!!
'St. Paddy's Day' is usually preferred over 'St. Patty's Day.' 'Paddy' is the shortened form of the original Irish spelling of 'Patrick,' which is 'Pádraig.' 'Patty' is the shortened form of 'Patricia.'
THE #50PRECIOUSWORDS 2026 INTERNATIONAL WRITING CONTEST IS OPEN!!! viviankirkfield.com/2026/03/02/t... Please share to spread the word! #kidlit #iamwriting #contest #prizes
THE #50PRECIOUSWORDS 2026 INTERNATIONAL WRITING CONTEST IS OPEN!!!
Hurray! It’s time for the #50PreciousWords 2026 International Writing Contest! And THIS is the OFFICIAL contest post. If you are participating, please read through the guidelines and then pos…
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Anyone else get butterflies when getting ready to start writing a first draft? 🦋 🤗
12x12 is pretty much the entire reason I have so many picture book drafts and almost 10 of those polished! It's a wonderful and supportive community packed full of amazing craft knowledge. *10/10 always recommend* Two more days to register for this year! 12x12challenge.com/membership/
This book absolutely blindsided me. From the gorgeous illustrations to the fascinating peek at history and science from a cave, I was captivated. The beautiful relationship across time and distance was the exquisite cherry on top. 10/10 must read.
Starting the year revising my MG horror novel and getting ready for my picture book mentorship! Let the games begin!
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Nonmember registration is open for this Opening Pages workshop with Jackie Kruzie at Focused Artists! If you are ready for some excellent editorial and market feedback on the opening pages of your adult novel, this is for you! Perfect if you plan to query in 2026! app.inkedvoices.com/event/worksh...
