An author newsletter from a kidlit writer offering bonus stories, behind-the-scenes material and progress updates on the Casey Grimes middle-grade fantasy series. It mixes personal anecdotes about family life in the Arkansas woods with a glimpse into indie children's publishing.
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Kelley Skovron, a children's and fantasy author, shares personal updates, upcoming book news and practical writing advice such as an Obsidian primer for writers. The newsletter mixes career reflection with event notices and tool recommendations.
An illustrator shares comics and personal essays about her creative work, picture book projects, relationships and life in her 30s. Readers get behind-the-scenes looks at the illustration and publishing process alongside candid, humorous updates.
A wildlife writer's personal newsletter mixing reflections on family life, nursery goodbyes and gift-giving with a series on designing an ideal animal A-Z alphabet book. Readers get book recommendations, taxonomy-conscious reasoning about children's nature education and warm, anecdotal observations.
A stay-at-home dad's personal essays on raising his young daughters, covering the rewards and difficulties of caregiving and watching children grow independent. It also extends the children's book reviews from the author's Instagram account with reflections on parenting and family life.
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