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Kathy Halsey

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 4h

Unlovable animals as main characters? @literallylynne.bsky.social and Sue Heavenrich discuss how to write about rats, spiders, and other creepy crawlers. Yes. BUGS! Find out about how The Palace Rat came to be!
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Lynne Marie Has Thoughts about Unlovable Main Characters

by Sue Heavenrich Being a bug-loving person, I often read books with characters who, if we met them in real life, we might swat with a broo...

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 1d

I'm attending No Kings's event, “NO KINGS Bexley” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

NO KINGS Bexley · No Kings

**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Bo...

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 7d

Sign the EveryLibrary pledge. action.everylibrary.org/pledge

Sign the Pledge to vote for libraries and the freedom to read!

When I vote, I will consider how candidates who support libraries and the freedom to read.

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 7d

@christymihaly.bsky.social shares her experience w/"soft" book bans. She gives concrete suggestions on how to help: go to school & library board meetings, sign the EveryLibrary pledge. (See link in comment.) The literary ecosystem is in our hands!

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Banned Books Week 2025 ~Christy Mihaly

We're in the middle of Banned Books Week. This year, banned books really need a week. Or a month or more. What is Banned Books Week? Bann...

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 10d

I am amazed at the energy, commitment, and support @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social manifests at the fall conference! I am happy to volunteer! Hugs, CJ!

a brown bear is standing on its hind legs in a field and says thank you beary much .

ALT: a brown bear is standing on its hind legs in a field and says thank you beary much .

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 11d

Fabulous conference, you two, and to the whole team!

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SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · 11d

The amazing faculty and team that made for a fun and informative #scbwiohionorth Fall Conference.

Thanks to all who made it a success!

Joann Hill, Katie Carella, Emily Feinberg, Daria Peoples, Lindsay Bonilla, Elise McMullen-Ciotti, Dr. Kristy Boyce,John Rudolph, Jane Smith, Kelly Pelsue, Merrill Rainey, CJ Penko, Kristy Tartara, and Britney Rudowsky group photo at #scbwiohionorth Fall Conference.

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 15d

@tburleson.bsky.social shares useful info for both indie and traditionally publishing writers - trusting beta readers with an ms & wrestling w/cover design. How do we make the outside of a book feel as true as the inside?

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What I Have Learned So Far About Trust and Truth in Indie Publishing by Todd Burleson

In my first post for the GROG Blog, I shared what I had learned about stepping into the world of independent publishing, choosing an editor,...

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 16d

Gonna be a great weekend! Who else is joining me? #scbwiohionorth @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 19d

Lots of layers here, Patricia!

Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 19d

Love the appeal to sound!

Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 19d

Now here's action for Banned Book Week, Oct. 5-11, 2025
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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 19d

Thank you, Kelly. These are AWESOME.

Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 22d

Kindergarten and writer woes are similar. Find out how with author/kindergarten teacher Tina M Cho. She shares a handy list of how to face our fears, and she give us homework, too. 😁

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Back to School Fears VS Back to Writing Fears by Tina Cho

It’s the 12 th day of school, and I’m still seeing and hearing cries and tears. Most of you know, I teach kindergarten, and so I’ve dealt...

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 23d

@bethstilborn.bsky.social's newsletter drops this Thursday.
Subscribe here: bethstilborn.ca/my-newsletter/

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 26d

#HaikuSaturday #Haiku #poetry #writingcommunity #haiku #amwriting

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · 26d

Lavender in my front bed, sedum on the side. A bee delight!

#HaikuSaturday #Haiku #poetry #writingcommunity #haiku #amwriting

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · Sep 14

Yes, there is no equality in this country. I mourn them all. All shot out of hate! We shall overcome this admin.

Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · Sep 13

#HaikuSaturday #Haiku #poetry #writingcommunity #haiku #amwriting

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · Sep 13

(Please note: I am angry. Words are my way to express it. Life is a gift. Let us all live up to what American can be together.)
#HaikuSaturday #Haiku #poetry #writingcommunity #haiku #amwriting

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · Sep 8

I shared this at church yesterday w/the drummer. He volunteers for our church band. The guy on the sax is a haikuist, too!

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · Sep 6

Ty, it was a great way to fill the creative well!

Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · Sep 6

Thanks for the plug!

Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · Sep 6

Fun night at Natalie's. Great music and inspo.

#HaikuSaturday #Haiku #poetry #writingcommunity #haiku #amwriting

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Kathy Halsey @infowoman.bsky.social · Sep 5

Back to School with School Visits 8.16.25 7-8:30 PM EDT 2-part webinar series

How to connect readers, teachers, & librarians who buy the books. A 2-part webinar series! Part 1 covers developing effective, fun program for different ages & venues.

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