Relocation insights, tips, and a recap of some challenging experiences. snakesandsentences.substack.com/p/most-chall...
Jessica Lee Anderson - KidLit Author
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Author of over one-hundred books for young readers. I am wild about my family, animals of all kinds (including the misunderstood), books, and travel. Rare disease advocate. Represented by Andrea Cascardi. (she/her) www.jessicaleeanderson.com
Happy Friday! Here is a short story about desire, crossing a threshold, facing adversity, and a return of the hero that I hope brings a smile.
Recent relocation storytime: substack.com/@snakesandst...
Snakes and Stories (@snakesandstories)
I got a call recently about this wayward little western diamondback rattlesnake from a vigilant family as their yard connects to a greenbelt. Clutter like this small chair on a porch can inadvertently...
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In which I share my insecurities and my emotions as I reflect on the ups and downs of this writing life. substack.com/home/post/p-...
For 3 WEEKS ONLY, you can rent the film and post-screening chat on Kinema! Stream the film & learn how censorship is threatening our constitutional rights at the local level with our post-film discussion. Sliding-scale price starts at just $4.99, rent THE LIBRARIANS now: tinyurl.com/TheLibrarian...
It would be nearly impossible to put a number on how many animals Tabitha Blewett has helped or the number of people she's reached given her passion for education and outreach! snakesandsentences.substack.com/p/featuring-...
Publishing Industry How can you survive the publishing industry? #kidlitlinkoftheday #kidlit #writing #writingtips www.writersdigest.com/surviving-th...
My post today features David E. Jensen friend and author of THE ONLY GOOD SNAKE . . . “Everyone has at least one story to tell, or at least one significant anecdote to share with the world. Tell your story.” - David E. Jensen substack.com/home/post/p-...
THE ONLY GOOD SNAKE . . .
Featuring David E. Jensen, AKA The Rattlesnake Whisperer
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I’m honored I’ve the opportunity to create books together with David Kenny! His post shares his inspiration, a glimpse at his process, plus it showcases some amazing photos. Dave’s insights mirror my writing process in many ways. substack.com/home/post/p-...
“Seeing an animal go from suffering and unable to survive on its own to finally disappearing back into the water or woods is emotional every single time. What makes those stories special is not just the rescue itself — it’s the reminder that small acts of compassion truly matter.” - Carrie Moyers
Trasi Judd has helped innumerable animals, including a fictional one! It is an honor to feature her and to learn more about her path to publication as she never set out to become an author or even keep snakes for that matter! open.substack.com/pub/snakesan...
A NEW KEEPER'S GUIDE TO BALL PYTHONS
(a book by Trasi Judd, a woman who never in a million years intended to keep snakes)
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Today is my birthday, and I’m so lucky for the gift of family and friendship! I’m feeling reflective as I think back to a zany memory with PJ Hoover and recall my depths of despair. The Power of Zany Moments and Friendship open.substack.com/pub/snakesan...
The Power of Zany Moments and Friendship
Birthday Reflections
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I usually share this poem around end-of-the-year list and ALA awards time, but I feel like a lot of creators of children's books could use the reminder in this moment. "What Happened to Your Book Today..." katemessner.com/what-happene...
What Happened to Your Book Today: An end-of-the-year poem for authors & illustrators – Kate Messner
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Big Feelings About the “94.7% crud” Quote Making the Rounds open.substack.com/pub/snakesan...
Big Feelings About the “94.7% crud” Quote Making the Rounds
There’s a good chance that you’ve likely seen many posts given the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature’s comment in his new book for adults that "94.7 percent of kids' books are crud” (f...
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I don’t mind the cottonmouths as much as the ticks. And the mosquitoes.
What are your thoughts on this?
Snake avoidance training can be lifesaving! Not all of trainers are ethical when it comes to treatment of dogs and snakes, so make sure to do due diligence. substack.com/home/post/p-...
Keeping Your Pets Safe and Other Insights
Featuring Braston Gray of Cen-Tex Pros
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My latest post includes information about snakebites: tips for prevention, resources on what to do in case of an emergency (especially if the hospital doesn't follow the appropriate guidelines), my heroes, plus bite details and someone's unfortunate wish for me: open.substack.com/pub/snakesan...
About Snakebites . . .
In my first post, I mentioned that I would write more about mishaps following a rattlesnake bite.
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After some encouragement, I started writing on Susbstack to share relocation adventures and insights, behind-the-scenes book moments, and I hope to feature experts. My first post is now live and includes a super embarrassing childhood photo. snakesandsentences.substack.com/p/why-snakes...
Why Snakes and Sentences?
Welcome to Snakes and Sentences!
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Book Fairs Here's an updated list of book fairs and festivals by state. #kidlitlinkoftheday #kidlit #writing #writingtips www.writersdigest.com/publishing-i...
It is a huge honor to have books featured at @radexotics! If you're looking for signed books, supplies, and more in the Temple area, make sure to stop by!
Photo credit: Eric Edge. A while back, I participated in Eric's documentary about snake culture in Texas.
Happy World Frog Day! I loved working on this book with Bob Ferguson, and I am so proud of the work he's doing to conserve biodiverse habitats! Ferguson’s Robber Frog (Pristimantis fergusoni), a new species to science, is even named after him!
This is the face of a little western ratsnake that was relocated from a playground so it wouldn't get harmed.
I finally had a chance to slow down to read this insightful article, and I hope things will change in the near future: www.texasobserver.org/consider-the...
Consider the Rattle
In a state that still hosts grisly “rattlesnake roundups,” human Texans should learn to see something of themselves in their ancient, slithering kin.
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Never in my wildest dreams would I have imagined how overcoming a fear of snakes would turn into such a passion and would open such interesting doors!
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Cynthia Leitich Smith (Native Books for Young Readers & More)@cynleitichsmith.bsky.social · 8mo agoAbout my Michael L. Printz Award Call for LEGENDAY FRYBREAD DRIVE-IN (Heartdrum): www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/... @epicreads.bsky.social @curtisbrownltd.bsky.social @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social #BookSky