Jennifer Phillips
@jjpseattle.bsky.social
Children's author, developmental disabilities and mental illness advocate, creativity/improvement geek. Latest book: Walking on Eggshells by Jolly Fish Press. http://jenniferphillipsauthor.com and jjpseattle.substack.com
How Does FOMO Impact Your Creativity?
For better or worse
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November 19, 2025 at 2:47 PM
I may have to share this with my brother-in-law from Hawaii. He visited us in Seattle recently and took pictures of our squirrels in the backyard, fascinated with their foraging and tree scrambles. I didn't realize they don't have squirrels, even though I've been to Hawaii several times.🐿
November 3, 2025 at 8:41 PM
I may have to share this with my brother-in-law from Hawaii. He visited us in Seattle recently and took pictures of our squirrels in the backyard, fascinated with their foraging and tree scrambles. I didn't realize they don't have squirrels, even though I've been to Hawaii several times.🐿
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.
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.
A Missouri hair museum was the only one of its kind. Its unusual collection is being saved
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.
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November 3, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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.
I'm going all out with this year's costume.
October 31, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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!
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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!
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a drawing of a book with the words book giveaway on it
Alt: a drawing of a book with the words book giveaway on it
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October 28, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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...
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...
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.
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July 23, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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.
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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!
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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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July 18, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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!
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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.
June 15, 2025 at 3:04 AM
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...
June 12, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Sharing my latest post, including a short video, on my Substack! jjpseattle.substack.com/p/getting-cr...
I finally finished my little greenhouse kit that was a holiday present. Fun overall, with a few frustrating moments!
June 1, 2025 at 12:36 AM
I finally finished my little greenhouse kit that was a holiday present. Fun overall, with a few frustrating moments!
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.
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.
June 1, 2025 at 12:19 AM
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.
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.
Still waiting for mine to arrive. Looking forward to it!
May 28, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Still waiting for mine to arrive. Looking forward to it!
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!
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May 28, 2025 at 1:49 AM
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...
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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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May 20, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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-...
Looking forward to reading this book, so super happy to see a giveaway opportunity. Throw your name in the virtual hat by 5/5.
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...
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...
Book giveaway for If A Bumblebee Lands on Your Toe by Cynthia Mackey Apr 17-May 05, 2025
Enter to win one of 15 free copies available. Giveaway dates from Apr 17-May 05, 2025. A whimsically told, beautifully illustrated picture book for child...
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April 19, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Looking forward to reading this book, so super happy to see a giveaway opportunity. Throw your name in the virtual hat by 5/5.
Shoutout to my Writing Barn advisor Lisa Roger on her latest book. Take a look! @lisaljrogers.bsky.social
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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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March 30, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Shoutout to my Writing Barn advisor Lisa Roger on her latest book. Take a look! @lisaljrogers.bsky.social
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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.
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!
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If you've found either of these resources useful, pls consider donating a dollar or two to my tip jar? Thank you!
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Debbie Ridpath Ohi
Hi there! I write and illustrate books for young people, blog at DebbieOhi.com/blog, create art and webcomics, founder of KidLit MegaFeed, and am creator of Debbie's Unofficial Guide To Bluesky.For th
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March 29, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Just bought Debbie some virtual tea. Thanks for all that you’re doing for us! Consider chipping in if you can.
Best title ever!
March 27, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Best title ever!
I look forward to watching the replay!
March 23, 2025 at 2:08 AM
I look forward to watching the replay!
Just got my copy in the mail! Thanks to @halligomez-author.bsky.social (also a contributor) for the heads up.
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.
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S/O to beloved Nora, who I am happy to know.
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S/O to beloved Nora, who I am happy to know.
March 18, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Just got my copy in the mail! Thanks to @halligomez-author.bsky.social (also a contributor) for the heads up.
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….
March 8, 2025 at 5:01 AM
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….
Will try to make it. What time is your event?
March 4, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Will try to make it. What time is your event?
I need to read this. Thanks for the lead!
March 3, 2025 at 5:16 PM
I need to read this. Thanks for the lead!
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
YouTube video by Zooniversity1
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February 25, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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...
Took a Kokedama class with one of my daughters. Loved it. www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/gardens-gard...
How to Make a Kokedama
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February 21, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Took a Kokedama class with one of my daughters. Loved it. www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/gardens-gard...