Hi everyone. Have you played Rock Paper Scissors in a country other than the U.S.? I'd love to hear what version you've played in that language, including any fun twists. Could be a different order for the objects, different objects, fun chants, etc. Thanks!

The Big Bang Theory Sheldon Rock Paper Scissors Lizard Spock Rankings

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Yes, we’ve reached that point in the Pacific Northwest summer when one must always put your arms out front in a chopping motion when leaving your house or working in the garden.

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Feeling the acute grief that comes from losing an animal member of the family. Cradled our sweet little lovebird Milo this morning while she slowly lost her battle to illness. I’m a writer and yet I don’t have the words. I know we’re not alone — and I feel you.

Heads up to #amwriting and #kidlit friends. Here's a fun way next week to breath life into a dead story stuck in your digital graveyard. I'm in!

#KidlitZombieWeek@kidlitzombieweek.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Time to channel your inner zombie pirate! This is a call to ARRRms. It's all hands on deck—attached or otherwise—as we get ready to plumb the depths of that old story. #KidlitZombieWeek Share and tag all your #amwriting and #amwriting #KidLit #WritingCommunity friends to join the fun. #WriterSky

Go check this out. Lots of interesting offerings!

Neurodiverse Kidlit Collective@ndkidlit.bsky.social · 6mo ago

#Fundraising #Auction live! Featuring: -Virtual #SchoolVisit with @sydneydunlap.bsky.social -Virtual School Visit and... -Virtual #AMA with Tasha Haight -Your Own Personal #WritingGroup Feedback with @christebbetts.bsky.social et al Bid & Browse: www.32auctions.com/n...

Anyone else participating in the EarthRise Rolling Haiku Collaboration? As an early riser, one particular poem spoke to me and I just added my own contribution as the sun came up. Such a beautiful idea. thehaikufoundation.org/earthrise-ro...

Good luck to everyone entering #PBParty today and huge thanks to @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social and all of the judges for their volunteer efforts supporting the kidlit community!

Love this annual writing event. Posted my 50-word entry called Slug Salad. Open through today (March 3) to post (or just go be inspired by the incredible breadth of creativity. With huge thanks for Vivian Kirkfield, her volunteer helpers and the many industry professionals offering 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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My new blog post explores how everyday creativity is about any activities we find personally creative and useful -- and without always seeking external validation. Curious whether that resonates with others.

The Quiet, Personal Rewards of Everyday Creativity

Everyday creativity looks like any activity that is new and useful without recognition needed from society.

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Taking stock of our everyday creative practices can help fill our cup and yield surprises. May this new post help in doing your own year-end reflection. Here we come, 2026! jenniferphillipsauthor.com/how-did-the-...

A quiet moment Rest as a radical act Don’t disturb my nap #HaikuSaturday

My Substack post about trying to both manage & embrace FOMO. jjpseattle.substack.com/p/how-does-f...

How Does FOMO Impact Your Creativity?

For better or worse

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I have a kids book project in development about hair art and Leila's collection was one of my inspirations. I am glad to hear ghe collection items will be preserved.

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Leila's Hair Museum, the most unusual attraction in Independence, Missouri, closed in September. Thanks to the founder’s granddaughter, the massive collection of wreaths made out of human hair is finding new homes at museums across the country.

I'm going all out with this year's costume.

Hi! My latest blog looks at everyday uses of prototyping. And enter by Oct. 31 for a copy of “This is a Prototype: The Curious Craft of Exploring New Ideas.” Good for tackling your own life hacks or if you have a budding inventor kid in your life! jenniferphillipsauthor.com/solve-everyd...

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How does time pressure affect you feeling your creative best? This is something I’m trying to be very mindful about and influence when I can. Here’s a graphic I created and link to my latest blog post exploring the realities and offering suggestions. jenniferphillipsauthor.com/time-pressur...

North Star Editions is giving away a book bundle that includes my hi-lo novel, Walking on Eggshells, plus A Swing for Samara, Prosthetics, Daisy Woodworm Changes the World, and Joey the Good. Send the link to your favorite teacher or librarian before Aug. 1! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Disability Pride Month Bundle Giveaway

Thanks for entering our giveaway! Please fill out this form to enter. One winner will be randomly drawn on August 1, 2025. US only, please.

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To take my mind off all disturbing domestic and international events, I’m binging America’s Ugliest House episodes. It just somehow helps.

Sharing my latest post, including a short video, on my Substack! jjpseattle.substack.com/p/getting-cr...

Overheard postal staff repeatedly chastising a man for not using certified mail to send a social services application now lost in the mail. 1. Many people relying on basic public benefits struggle to spare even a few dollars. 2. Not his fault regular postage doesn’t = reliable service. Sheesh.

Giveaway! It feels pretty cool that readers continue to find my backlist of indie children’s biographies about Robert Wadlow, Elijah Lovejoy and Nina Kosterina. As thanks, let’s do a giveaway through June 30. Winners choose one of the books in print or Kindle! www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display...

Got a new blog post up, all about ways to get creative in tackling everyday sticky life problems. Perhaps I’m the ONLY one dealing with this regularly . . . but I doubt it! jenniferphillipsauthor.com/ways-to-get-...

Ways to Get Unstuck from Everyday Problems - jenniferphillipsauthor.com

Do you have everyday problems that could use creative thinking? This post outlines creative problem-solving steps to get unstuck.

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Looking forward to reading this book, so super happy to see a giveaway opportunity. Throw your name in the virtual hat by 5/5.

Janet Bruins (Picnic Heist Publishing)@janetbruins.bsky.social · last yr.

Buzz over to Goodreads! We’re giving away copies of If a Bumblebee Lands on Your Toe—a whimsical, rhyming picture book full of wonder and surprise. By @booksbycindy.bsky.social illustrated by Vikki Zhang 💕 Enter here through May 5: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...

Shoutout to my Writing Barn advisor Lisa Roger on her latest book. Take a look! @lisaljrogers.bsky.social viviankirkfield.com/2025/03/28/p...

Perfect Picture Book Friday: JOAN MITCHELL PAINTS A SYMPHONY: LA GRANDE VALLÉE SUITE Plus Giveaway

Happy Perfect Picture Book Friday, dear friends! Today’s author is a wonderful kid lit friend of mine…and we are both part of the New England SCBWI chapter. I love her books…and she has graciously …

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Just bought Debbie some virtual tea. Thanks for all that you’re doing for us! Consider chipping in if you can.

Debbie Ridpath Ohi@debbieohi.com · 2y ago

I fund the #KidLitMegaFeed and my Unofficial Guide To Bluesky out of my own pocket. See link below for expense details. If you've found either of these resources useful, pls consider donating a dollar or two to my tip jar? Thank you! buymeacoffee.com/debbieohi

Just got my copy in the mail! Thanks to @halligomez-author.bsky.social (also a contributor) for the heads up.

Erin Entrada Kelly@erinentrada.bsky.social · 2y ago

I am honored to be part of SPINNING TOWARD THE SUN: ESSAYS ON WRITING, RESILIENCE, & THE CREATIVE LIFE, curated by Nora Carpenter and forthcoming from Burlwood. Proceeds benefit continued hurricane recovery. Link in bio for reminder to buy. . S/O to beloved Nora, who I am happy to know.

Best thing I heard this week happened while visiting our small neighborhood bookstore: a man came in and shared that it had been a tough week and he needed a new book now! Yes….

I read a picture book featuring a grumpy, vocal porcupine character last night in a @thewritingbarn.bsky.social event with agents and editors. Always a bit nerve-racking but great for getting feedback. I'm celebrating with a Teddy Bear the Porcupine fix. Enjoy! m.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4wO...

The Best of Teddy Bear the Porcupine

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Just getting started on Bluesky. Looking forward to making connections as I get settled in!

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