Michelle Cusolito, M.Ed. ❌👑
@mcusolito.bsky.social
Award-winning author of books for kids. Educator. Science Communicator. Ocean Evangelist. Preorder JELLYFISH SCIENTIST and IN THE WORLD OF WHALES. Adjunct @SimmonsUniversity MFA. Rep: @jmcgowanbks #SciComm she/her https://linktr.ee/mcusolito
Yes! Every. Single. Time.
Publishers, writers, reviewers, bilbiophiles: PLEASE mention the *illustrator/cover designers* in your posts promoting books. By properly crediting human talent, you are supporting the industry. Everyone wins! #PicturesMeanBusiness graphic by @sarahmcintyre.bsky.social #KidLit #BookSky #BookPromo
“It’s an unfortunate thing, but it turns out that the perfect state of mind to edit your own novel is two years after it’s published, 10 minutes before you go onstage at a literary festival.” Help! My Novel Had Two Beginnings. Readers: Which Is Better? www.nytimes.com/2026/07/30/b...
Is a Novel Ever Finished? Many Writers Say No. (Gift Article)
After finishing his latest book, Karan Mahajan couldn’t decide which opening passage was best. Vote below for the one you prefer.
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Save the date: 8/15!! Tree-themed storytime with me & @mcusolito.bsky.social at Ten Trees Books!! #edusky #kidlit #treebooks #naturebooksforkids #STEMreads
Writers of the Great Cambridge Area! Don't forget to apply for the 2027 Writers in Residence program. One writer for adults and one writer for young readers will be selected to get some cool benefits, while fulfilling some responsibilities that we hope help develop their careers!
Porter Square Books Writers in Residence Program
Porter Square Books will once again be hosting Writers in Residence in 2025
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Q: You're talking about blowing up civilian power plants and bridges. Much of the civilized world would consider that a war crime. Do you? TRUMP: I won't respond to that question. Who are you with? Q: The New York Times TRUMP: I figured. The failing New York Times.
“Young LGBTQ+ people deserve realistic portrayals of their lives. But they also deserve joyful escapism, too.”
The end of Heartstopper is a bittersweet loss – it’s never felt scarier to be young and queer | Alim Kheraj
Michelle Cusolito loves what she writes. Her contagious energy around writing nonfiction will have you reaching for your pen and ready to write for kids about the things that matter most to you! 12x12challenge.com/p... #picturebook #kidlit #nonfiction #writingtips @mcusolito.bsky.social
It's serendipity! I had no idea my KY Assoc of School Librarians presentation would be in front of the Newport Aquarium's giant shark tank until I arrived to set up. @randomhousekids.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social @blueslipmedia.bsky.social #tlsky #Skybrarian
Rainy day #2 means collaging with family visiting from CA. I started this collage a couple of weeks ago and finally finished it. The 3 large fish are collaged from a variety of papers. The octopus arm and small fish are lino prints I made and repurposed.
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We commemorate the 250th anniversary of this nation by carrying on the American tradition of dissent. Challenging those in power is woven into the very fabric of our nation.
Ever start a book & think, “Oh, no. This is too good. I’m not in the right frame of mind. I need to savor it. Maybe I should wait and read it later?” That just happened with @heidieys.bsky.social POETRY OF CAR MECHANICS. It’s a busy week and I’m distracted. Saving it! bookshop.org/p/books/the-...
The Poetry of Car Mechanics
Check out The Poetry of Car Mechanics - <b>A Schneider Family Book Award YA Honor Book<br>A School Library Journal Best Book<br>NCTE Notable Children's Verse Novel<br>2026 YALSA Quick Picks for Reluct...
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I feel this. I have hormone fed breast cancer. My Rx amplifies all of these symptoms and my options are limited. It’s frustrating. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/15/w...
Millions of Women Are Left Out of Menopause’s Moment
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I’m a 53-Year-Old Woman. Stop Telling Me I’m Invisible. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/13/o...
Opinion | I’m a 53-Year-Old Woman. Stop Telling Me I’m Invisible.
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Wow! So excited to have IN THE WORLD OF WHALES featured by @scifri.bsky.social alongside all of these awesome books! 🌊🐋#KidsLoveNonfiction #STEAM @jessicalanan.bsky.social www.sciencefriday.com/articles/bes...
10 great nature books for kids
Pond life, tern migration, and the science of animal nests: Literacy experts share their favorite nonfiction children’s books about nature
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A lovely tribute to Jane Yolen from the The New York Times . . . www.nytimes.com/2026/06/14/b... #JaneYolen
Jane Yolen, Whose Books for Children Drew on Everyday Life, Dies at 87
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Ive been listening to @earhustlesq.com since the first episode dropped back in 2017. The story in this episode is remarkable. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
Over and Over and Over and Over
Podcast Episode · Ear Hustle · June 10 · 39m
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Today the MA House passed "An Act Regarding Free Expression!" I’ve been working w/ peers from MA @authorsabb.bsky.social & #MassachusettsFreedomToRead Coalition for the last year. The MA Senate passed the bill last fall. I can’t wait to see Governor Healy sign it into law! #FreedomToRead #mapoli
Today the MA House passed "An Act Regarding Free Expression!" I’ve been working w/ peers from MA @authorsabb.bsky.social & #MassachusettsFreedomToRead Coalition for the last year. The MA Senate passed the bill last fall. I can’t wait to see Governor Healy sign it into law! #FreedomToRead #mapoli
Happy World Ocean Day! I have 5 ocean-themed books for the young people in your life (with more on their way)! #MarineScience #KidsLoveNonfiction #STEAM #STEAMTeamBooks
Happy World Ocean Day! I have 5 ocean-themed books for the young people in your life (with more on their way)! #MarineScience #KidsLoveNonfiction #STEAM #STEAMTeamBooks
I’m so sorry to learn this news. Persepolis is brilliant. It was my “gateway drug” to graphic novels and memoirs. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/04/w...
Marjane Satrapi, the Author of ‘Persepolis,’ Dies at 56
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A lack of scientific understanding leads to this. 🌊 #STEM #MarineScience Trump Administration to Dismantle Ocean Monitoring System www.nytimes.com/2026/06/01/c...
Trump Administration to Dismantle Ocean Monitoring System
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