Jennifer Robin Barr
@jrbarr.bsky.social
Author. Middle Grade Historical fiction author. GOODBYE, MR. SPALDING; THUNDER AND MERCY with Astra Publishing. Rep'd by TracyMarchini
Author Jennifer Robin Barr reads chapter one of Thunder and Mercy — a middle grade mystery about a girl, a crumbling 1979 Philadelphia mansion, and a 200-year-old. Perfect for your shelf. Watch the full video here: https://bit.ly/4gQJNeL #FirstChapterFriday #FollettContent #MiddleGradeMystery
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Love this book! I highly recommend this incredible middle grade novel ❤️
Jennifer Robin Barr@jrbarr.bsky.social · 3w agoGrateful for the support of so many, including @lyndamh.bsky.social!
Congratulations on the release of this spectacular middle grade novel! Readers are going to absolutely love this one. ❤️
Jennifer Robin Barr@jrbarr.bsky.social · 3w agoGrateful for the support of so many, including @lyndamh.bsky.social!
Feeling a little retro? THUNDER AND MERCY is out today! Travel back to the 1970s while unraveling the secrets of the Culper Spy Ring and Revolutionary-era espionage. Perfect for the middle-school reader in your life, and anyone who loves a good mystery with a side of history. #middlegrade #MG
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Next up! A webinar with the fabuous @jrbarr.bsky.social. If you write/illustrate #MG or #YA and have to do any research for your story, you do not want to miss this. Registration is FREE. Upcoming Events kcstrocchia.com/upcoming-eve... #WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt
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Happy sales to @jrbarr.bsky.social! I'm making a note of the release date for this one. I love me some female spies.
Jennifer Robin Barr@jrbarr.bsky.social · 9mo agoThrilled to share THUNDER AND MERCY! Female spies, a 1970s Philadelphia setting, and a surprise Revolutionary mystery, all woven through middle-grade friendship and belonging. Published by Astra/Calkins Creek with gorgeous cover art by @csneal.bsky.social. Coming July 2026. Pre-orders are open!
#AmericanRevolution250 Come along on a field trip with @jrbarr.bsky.social. Go back in time to imagine and be inspired! And don't forget to get in on the GIVEAWAY for a copy of THUNDER AND MERCY, historical fiction MG! #edusky #skybrarians #UShistory bethandersonwriter.com/2026/05/22/a...
#AmericanRevolution250: “Spotlight Philadelphia” by Jennifer Robin Barr
Have you ever stood in a historical spot and let yourself imagine the people and happenings there? There is truly something special about being in a place “where it happened.” In this p…
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Thank you for a great chat! @andreadenish.bsky.social @scbwiepa.bsky.social
SCBWI Eastern PA@scbwiepa.bsky.social · 3mo agoMeet Jennifer Robin Barr! Jennifer will be presenting a webinar with us on 6/15 as part of our FREE professional development series made possible by a grant from SCBWI and the Authors Coalition of America. @jrbarr.bsky.social @andreadenish.bsky.social easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2026/05/06/a...
My first trade review for THUNDER AND MERCY is a ✨star✨ from School Library Journal! Thank you @slj.com! So honored!
I had the honor and reading THUNDER AND MERCY early. This is a phenomenal middle grade novel with incredible characters and an engaging plot. Still thinking about it many months later. HIGH recommended. Brava @jrbarr.bsky.social
Jennifer Robin Barr@jrbarr.bsky.social · 9mo agoThrilled to share THUNDER AND MERCY! Female spies, a 1970s Philadelphia setting, and a surprise Revolutionary mystery, all woven through middle-grade friendship and belonging. Published by Astra/Calkins Creek with gorgeous cover art by @csneal.bsky.social. Coming July 2026. Pre-orders are open!
Thank you, @cindyschwind1.bsky.social! So grateful for the advanced read, and the kind words!
Cindy Schwind@cindyschwind1.bsky.social · 4mo agoThis amazing historical fiction mg by @jrbarr.bsky.social comes out 7/11! A mysterious diary, a prowler, a hidden ring, a crumbling mansion & some inquisitive kids will have students lining up! I loved it!! #bookposse #kidlit
Book mail: THUNDER AND MERCY by Jennifer Robin Barr. Thanks, Calkins Creek/Astra.
Thanks so much for the shout out, @msyingling.bsky.social! Appreciate the enthusiasm for all things ‘70s!!
Ms. Yingling@msyingling.bsky.social · 4mo ago@kristinnilsen.bsky.social! The Pop Culture Preservation Society should take a look at @jrbarr.bsky.social Calkins Creek Books THUNDER AND MERCY (7/14/26). Set in 1979, it name drops songs, TV shows, and SHAUN CASSIDY!
So excited to see THUNDER AND MERCY in your hands! Enjoy! ⚡️
Cindy Schwind@cindyschwind1.bsky.social · 4mo agoHistorical fiction, a crumbling mansion, a secret hidden diary written by a girl who lived thru the American Revolution…yes please! Can’t wait to start this one by Jennifer Robin Barr!! Thank you for sharing w/ #bookposse @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social @penguinkids.bsky.social
Historical fiction, a crumbling mansion, a secret hidden diary written by a girl who lived thru the American Revolution…yes please! Can’t wait to start this one by Jennifer Robin Barr!! Thank you for sharing w/ #bookposse @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social @penguinkids.bsky.social
Loved every minute of today's @slj.com History in Action panel. Honored to be included among so many talented authors!
Tomorrow! I'm taking part in @slj.com's Middle Grade Magic virtual event! It's free! And virtual! And you can register at the link below!
Middle Grade Magic 2026
JoinSchool Library JournalonMarch 5for oureight annualMiddle Grade Magicvirtual event, a day-long celebration of authors and creators dedicated to crafting literature forkiddosages eight through 12. G...
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An honor to have Justina Barrett, Chief Learning and Engagement Officer of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, read and blurb my upcoming middle grade historical fiction novel, THUNDER AND MERCY. I’m deeply grateful for your generosity, expertise, and belief in this story!
Teachers and school librarians! Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️ My fellow creators and I have banded together to celebrate you! This giveaway is especially for you ❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
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Hello! And welcome to another year of #AuthorsLoveTeachers! First of all, a HUGE THANK YOU to my fellow creators, whose generosity and kindness allow me to do this in the first place! THANK YOU <…
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Thrilled to share THUNDER AND MERCY! Female spies, a 1970s Philadelphia setting, and a surprise Revolutionary mystery, all woven through middle-grade friendship and belonging. Published by Astra/Calkins Creek with gorgeous cover art by @csneal.bsky.social. Coming July 2026. Pre-orders are open!
I am happy to be moderating the “History in Action” panel at #middlegrademagic on Thursday, March 5! Sign up for this free web conference from School Library Journal here: www.slj.com/event/middle... #middlegrade #books #librarians
Join me (and some fabulous authors) for the Growing Up & Finding You panel on March 5 during @slj.com ‘s #MiddleGradeMagic free virtual event Register now! www.slj.com/event/middle... @kaholt.bsky.social @aishasaeed.bsky.social
Middle Grade Magic 2026
JoinSchool Library JournalonMarch 5for oureight annualMiddle Grade Magicvirtual event, a day-long celebration of authors and creators dedicated to crafting literature forkiddosages eight through 12. G...
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Thank you to NYT best-selling author @lyndamh.bsky.social for reading an advanced copy of THUNDER AND MERCY! Lynda’s books are among my favorite, with heart, humor, and realistic emotional depth. I am so grateful for her mentorship and kind words. An honor!
It's time for Member News! Find out what our Eastern PA SCBWI members have been up to! @annettewhipple.bsky.social @jrbarr.bsky.social @melissatrempe.bsky.social @heatherstigall7.bsky.social @annelambelet.bsky.social @dianawallachauthor.bsky.social easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2025/11/30/m...
I hope you picked up one of these beauties at #NCTE! Thank you Astra Publishing for sharing ARCs of THUNDER AND MERCY, and to @magpiewrites.bsky.social for the photo!
Thrilled to share THUNDER AND MERCY! Female spies, a 1970s Philadelphia setting, and a surprise Revolutionary mystery, all woven through middle-grade friendship and belonging. Published by Astra/Calkins Creek with gorgeous cover art by @csneal.bsky.social. Coming July 2026. Pre-orders are open!