curiosityjones
@curiosityjones.bsky.social
aka author Kelly Jones (she/her/hers) I write funny books for kids. Happily for Now, the Unusual Chickens series, and more.
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Tessa asked: What book made your world larger?
WA Authors Against Book Bans members, WA State Book Award finalists & winners, & more responded, Short Run comics artists drew, & Common Area Maintenance (CAM) made a risograph zine.
Check it out & learn to make your own zine at the event next week!
WA Authors Against Book Bans members, WA State Book Award finalists & winners, & more responded, Short Run comics artists drew, & Common Area Maintenance (CAM) made a risograph zine.
Check it out & learn to make your own zine at the event next week!
February 10, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Tessa asked: What book made your world larger?
WA Authors Against Book Bans members, WA State Book Award finalists & winners, & more responded, Short Run comics artists drew, & Common Area Maintenance (CAM) made a risograph zine.
Check it out & learn to make your own zine at the event next week!
WA Authors Against Book Bans members, WA State Book Award finalists & winners, & more responded, Short Run comics artists drew, & Common Area Maintenance (CAM) made a risograph zine.
Check it out & learn to make your own zine at the event next week!
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For the first time, New Mexico is considering bills to protect the freedom to read in all libraries. Join the Freedom to Read New Mexico coalition in asking the Governor to add them to the 2026 short‑session agenda: https://www.freedomtoreadnewmexico.org/put_libraries_readers_on_agenda
January 29, 2026 at 11:46 PM
For the first time, New Mexico is considering bills to protect the freedom to read in all libraries. Join the Freedom to Read New Mexico coalition in asking the Governor to add them to the 2026 short‑session agenda: https://www.freedomtoreadnewmexico.org/put_libraries_readers_on_agenda
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A Tennessee library has banned a book where cartoon chickens model historical undergarments and I’m sorry, I need this on my shelves immediately and probably you do too.
A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken by Hannah Holt and Korwin Briggs
hannahholt.com/store/a-hist...
A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken by Hannah Holt and Korwin Briggs
hannahholt.com/store/a-hist...
January 27, 2026 at 8:06 PM
A Tennessee library has banned a book where cartoon chickens model historical undergarments and I’m sorry, I need this on my shelves immediately and probably you do too.
A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken by Hannah Holt and Korwin Briggs
hannahholt.com/store/a-hist...
A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken by Hannah Holt and Korwin Briggs
hannahholt.com/store/a-hist...
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@authorsabb.bsky.social members & anyone who loves authors and books & hates fascism, your time to wear your values on your chest has come! Just in time for the holidays, snag an Authors Against Book Bans tee or hat & help us raise $ to fight censorship. WIN WIN!
www.customink.com/fundraising/...
www.customink.com/fundraising/...
Authors Against Book Bans
Official AABB Merch. Perfect to wear while fighting book bans. Great for school board meetings, conferences, marching for our rights, and annoying THAT neighbor. You know the one. Show off your love o...
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December 5, 2025 at 9:28 PM
@authorsabb.bsky.social members & anyone who loves authors and books & hates fascism, your time to wear your values on your chest has come! Just in time for the holidays, snag an Authors Against Book Bans tee or hat & help us raise $ to fight censorship. WIN WIN!
www.customink.com/fundraising/...
www.customink.com/fundraising/...
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✨ It takes all of us to fight for the freedom to read. Take this NEW #BannedBooksWeek quiz to assess your strengths & uncover your individual advocacy style. At the end, get actions you can take based on your result: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68d400f64d6f970015d8e11b #UniteAgainstBookBans
October 6, 2025 at 6:08 PM
✨ It takes all of us to fight for the freedom to read. Take this NEW #BannedBooksWeek quiz to assess your strengths & uncover your individual advocacy style. At the end, get actions you can take based on your result: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68d400f64d6f970015d8e11b #UniteAgainstBookBans
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There is SO MUCH going on, BUT there SO MANY OF YOU. Share what you did this week to fight for the right to read. Maybe you'll inspire others to join your action.
June 13, 2025 at 4:03 PM
There is SO MUCH going on, BUT there SO MANY OF YOU. Share what you did this week to fight for the right to read. Maybe you'll inspire others to join your action.
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I am on Katherine Grant’s Historical Romance Sampler today talking about book bans, historical romance, many ways to protest, and what you can do right now to support the freedom to read! Give it a listen or check out the transcript! katherinegrantromance.com/historical-r...
Why Should Romance Readers Care About Book Bans? Olivia Waite Explains — Katherine Grant Romance
Olivia Waite, a queer historical romance author and romance fiction columnist for the New York Times Book Review, shares her insights on how these bans target predominantly queer and BIPOC stories - a...
katherinegrantromance.com
June 11, 2025 at 7:13 PM
I am on Katherine Grant’s Historical Romance Sampler today talking about book bans, historical romance, many ways to protest, and what you can do right now to support the freedom to read! Give it a listen or check out the transcript! katherinegrantromance.com/historical-r...
Jasmine is fantastic at giving creative advice, as well as really knowledgeable in so many areas of writing and creating comics (and cookbooks!) This is such a deal!
The EDITORIAL TIERS will get backers an hour-long chat with our editor, @mythjae.bsky.social where they'll get feedback on a book pitch or short project. Available for Ebook backers at $40 (open to anyone) and for Paperback & Ebook Bundle backers at $60 (U.S. backers only)
June 11, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Jasmine is fantastic at giving creative advice, as well as really knowledgeable in so many areas of writing and creating comics (and cookbooks!) This is such a deal!
Cheering the Oregon @authorsabb.bsky.social chapter on!! So happy to hear this great news for readers in Oregon!
Huge news! The Oregon House just voted to pass SB 1098, our state's Freedom to Read bill!!!! 🎉🎉🎉
The bill is now off to the governor's desk for a signature. Thank you to everyone who testified, contacted reps, and helped to spread the word about the bill! We did it!
@authorsabb.bsky.social
The bill is now off to the governor's desk for a signature. Thank you to everyone who testified, contacted reps, and helped to spread the word about the bill! We did it!
@authorsabb.bsky.social
June 9, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Cheering the Oregon @authorsabb.bsky.social chapter on!! So happy to hear this great news for readers in Oregon!
Bidding closes tomorrow for the Washington Library Association auction!
You don’t need to be local to bid on my virtual author visit, and we can schedule for next school year if you’d like.
I’m also happy to talk with adult writers if your critique group wants a virtual “ask me anything!”
You don’t need to be local to bid on my virtual author visit, and we can schedule for next school year if you’d like.
I’m also happy to talk with adult writers if your critique group wants a virtual “ask me anything!”
Bidding is open for the Washington Library Association’s Silent Auction. I’ve donated a virtual author visit, so if you’d like to book me for a library program, school visit, or book club talk, bid now! Next school year is fine.
washingtonlibraryassociation.betterworld.org/auctions/wla...
washingtonlibraryassociation.betterworld.org/auctions/wla...
May 29, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Bidding closes tomorrow for the Washington Library Association auction!
You don’t need to be local to bid on my virtual author visit, and we can schedule for next school year if you’d like.
I’m also happy to talk with adult writers if your critique group wants a virtual “ask me anything!”
You don’t need to be local to bid on my virtual author visit, and we can schedule for next school year if you’d like.
I’m also happy to talk with adult writers if your critique group wants a virtual “ask me anything!”
Happy 10th anniversary to Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer! I’m so glad that Sophie and her super-powered chickens made you laugh, and hope, and dream. It’s been such a joy to hear from you over the last ten years.
Here’s to ten more!
Here’s to ten more!
May 12, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Happy 10th anniversary to Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer! I’m so glad that Sophie and her super-powered chickens made you laugh, and hope, and dream. It’s been such a joy to hear from you over the last ten years.
Here’s to ten more!
Here’s to ten more!
Bidding is open for the Washington Library Association’s Silent Auction. I’ve donated a virtual author visit, so if you’d like to book me for a library program, school visit, or book club talk, bid now! Next school year is fine.
washingtonlibraryassociation.betterworld.org/auctions/wla...
washingtonlibraryassociation.betterworld.org/auctions/wla...
May 12, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Bidding is open for the Washington Library Association’s Silent Auction. I’ve donated a virtual author visit, so if you’d like to book me for a library program, school visit, or book club talk, bid now! Next school year is fine.
washingtonlibraryassociation.betterworld.org/auctions/wla...
washingtonlibraryassociation.betterworld.org/auctions/wla...
I stepped up today in support of Dr. Carla Hayden because she has worked tirelessly in support of readers of all ages.
But I’m also speaking up as an author and small business owner with work under copyright. You know what the Copyright Office is part of? The Library of Congress.
But I’m also speaking up as an author and small business owner with work under copyright. You know what the Copyright Office is part of? The Library of Congress.
May 10, 2025 at 12:15 AM
I stepped up today in support of Dr. Carla Hayden because she has worked tirelessly in support of readers of all ages.
But I’m also speaking up as an author and small business owner with work under copyright. You know what the Copyright Office is part of? The Library of Congress.
But I’m also speaking up as an author and small business owner with work under copyright. You know what the Copyright Office is part of? The Library of Congress.
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Authors Against Book Bans is seeking subject matter experts/veterans of the Academic Publishing, Comics, and Self-Publishing worlds to help engage more folks in those areas! Join here. @authorsabb.bsky.social
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
AABB Special Expertise Request
Because our expertise is centered strongly in the traditional publishing world, AABB is seeking subject matter experts/veterans of the Academic Publishing, Comics, and Self-Publishing worlds. We're lo...
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May 9, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Authors Against Book Bans is seeking subject matter experts/veterans of the Academic Publishing, Comics, and Self-Publishing worlds to help engage more folks in those areas! Join here. @authorsabb.bsky.social
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Tomorrow - May 9, 10-3 ET - join us to celebrate #ChildrensBookWeek25 & raise awareness of #FreedomToRead efforts around the country with a free, online read-a-thon.
10 a.m. - 12:45 EST : bit.ly/Read-In-am
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EST : bit.ly/Read-In-pm
10 a.m. - 12:45 EST : bit.ly/Read-In-am
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EST : bit.ly/Read-In-pm
May 8, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Tomorrow - May 9, 10-3 ET - join us to celebrate #ChildrensBookWeek25 & raise awareness of #FreedomToRead efforts around the country with a free, online read-a-thon.
10 a.m. - 12:45 EST : bit.ly/Read-In-am
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EST : bit.ly/Read-In-pm
10 a.m. - 12:45 EST : bit.ly/Read-In-am
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EST : bit.ly/Read-In-pm
Cheering this moment of joy for the freedom to read!
This is the (windstruck) face of a woman who just stood behind the Governor of Colorado as he signed into law a Freedom to Read bill that places stronger protections against book bans for public schools within her state.
May 1, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Cheering this moment of joy for the freedom to read!
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As states continue to assess the impact of cuts to federal library funding, we can't stay silent. Across WA, public and Tribal libraries are "scrambling": www.seattletimes.com/entertainmen...
Make your voice heard. Tell Congress to Show Up #ForOurLibraries: ala.org/showup
Make your voice heard. Tell Congress to Show Up #ForOurLibraries: ala.org/showup
Trump cuts have WA libraries, museums and tribes scrambling
President Donald Trump's administration has targeted the federal agency that supports libraries for downsizing. Washington cultural organizations are reeling.
www.seattletimes.com
April 25, 2025 at 5:57 PM
As states continue to assess the impact of cuts to federal library funding, we can't stay silent. Across WA, public and Tribal libraries are "scrambling": www.seattletimes.com/entertainmen...
Make your voice heard. Tell Congress to Show Up #ForOurLibraries: ala.org/showup
Make your voice heard. Tell Congress to Show Up #ForOurLibraries: ala.org/showup
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Today, SCOTUS hears a case on whether hearing a story read about a child who has a gay uncle constitutes a violation of freedom of religion. Why should we care? Because public education belongs to all of us, and all means all. Kids with LGBTQ+ families are part of the all.
We're joining The Coalition for Inclusive Schools & Communities & the Montgomery County Pride Family to rally for inclusive education at the steps of the Supreme Court April 22 from 8AM-12PM, while the court hears arguments in Mahmoud vs Taylor. (Scroll past the banner for info on the rally!)
COALITION FOR INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS & COMMUNITIES — Live In Your Truth
The Coalition for Inclusive Schools and Communities is a coalition of organizations and individuals dedicated to ensuring that all students can thrive in our public school system. Phillip Alexander Do...
liveinyourtruth.org
April 22, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Today, SCOTUS hears a case on whether hearing a story read about a child who has a gay uncle constitutes a violation of freedom of religion. Why should we care? Because public education belongs to all of us, and all means all. Kids with LGBTQ+ families are part of the all.
Today seems like a good idea to say this again:
If I’ve signed a book for you, and your name has changed, and you’d like a bookplate from me with your new name, let me know and I’ll send you one.
(My website has my contact info.)
If I’ve signed a book for you, and your name has changed, and you’d like a bookplate from me with your new name, let me know and I’ll send you one.
(My website has my contact info.)
April 16, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Today seems like a good idea to say this again:
If I’ve signed a book for you, and your name has changed, and you’d like a bookplate from me with your new name, let me know and I’ll send you one.
(My website has my contact info.)
If I’ve signed a book for you, and your name has changed, and you’d like a bookplate from me with your new name, let me know and I’ll send you one.
(My website has my contact info.)
Hey, I’ll be speaking and signing at the Washington Library Association conference’s Book Bash event this Friday, 4/11, from 4:00-5:30 pm, with many other amazing NW authors and illustrators! Book sales by Grit City Books. More info at www.wla.org/2025-confere...
#WLA2025
#WLA2025
April 8, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Hey, I’ll be speaking and signing at the Washington Library Association conference’s Book Bash event this Friday, 4/11, from 4:00-5:30 pm, with many other amazing NW authors and illustrators! Book sales by Grit City Books. More info at www.wla.org/2025-confere...
#WLA2025
#WLA2025
Not sure what the IMLS funds have been used for in Washington state? Here’s an overview: blog.spl.org/2025/03/24/i...
April 8, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Not sure what the IMLS funds have been used for in Washington state? Here’s an overview: blog.spl.org/2025/03/24/i...
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If you believe that:
1) Reading is critical to our democracy.
2) Books help us understand complex issues.
3) Parents shouldn’t make decisions for other parents’ children.
4) Youth deserve to see themselves in books.
Join the campaign to #UniteAgainstBookBans: uniteagainstbookbans.org/take-action/
1) Reading is critical to our democracy.
2) Books help us understand complex issues.
3) Parents shouldn’t make decisions for other parents’ children.
4) Youth deserve to see themselves in books.
Join the campaign to #UniteAgainstBookBans: uniteagainstbookbans.org/take-action/
April 8, 2025 at 12:59 AM
If you believe that:
1) Reading is critical to our democracy.
2) Books help us understand complex issues.
3) Parents shouldn’t make decisions for other parents’ children.
4) Youth deserve to see themselves in books.
Join the campaign to #UniteAgainstBookBans: uniteagainstbookbans.org/take-action/
1) Reading is critical to our democracy.
2) Books help us understand complex issues.
3) Parents shouldn’t make decisions for other parents’ children.
4) Youth deserve to see themselves in books.
Join the campaign to #UniteAgainstBookBans: uniteagainstbookbans.org/take-action/
Quick sketch on this #RightToReadDay of what it feels like to share the stories of my heart. I have always been drawn to the freedom to choose the stories I love at the library. I won't stop fighting for the right to read.
Step up and help @UABookBans protect the #FreedomToRead. #DrawnToFreedom
Step up and help @UABookBans protect the #FreedomToRead. #DrawnToFreedom
April 7, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Quick sketch on this #RightToReadDay of what it feels like to share the stories of my heart. I have always been drawn to the freedom to choose the stories I love at the library. I won't stop fighting for the right to read.
Step up and help @UABookBans protect the #FreedomToRead. #DrawnToFreedom
Step up and help @UABookBans protect the #FreedomToRead. #DrawnToFreedom
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The relentless attacks on library workers, educators, and community members are meant to create an environment of fear.
For #RightToReadDay, we’re asking you to celebrate — and defend — the freedoms that are found in our libraries!
uniteagainstbookbans.org/right-to-rea...
For #RightToReadDay, we’re asking you to celebrate — and defend — the freedoms that are found in our libraries!
uniteagainstbookbans.org/right-to-rea...
Right to Read Day
The right to read is under attack. On Right to Read Day, April 7, 2025, take action to support your library and protect your freedom to read.
uniteagainstbookbans.org
April 2, 2025 at 9:56 PM
The relentless attacks on library workers, educators, and community members are meant to create an environment of fear.
For #RightToReadDay, we’re asking you to celebrate — and defend — the freedoms that are found in our libraries!
uniteagainstbookbans.org/right-to-rea...
For #RightToReadDay, we’re asking you to celebrate — and defend — the freedoms that are found in our libraries!
uniteagainstbookbans.org/right-to-rea...
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Today is #WeNeedDiverseBooksDay!
If you’re celebrating, tag us so we can follow along with the festivities!
Unsure of what to read? We’ve recommended titles for all ages, and you can win ALL of them in our special giveaway, only on Instagram 🎉
🎁 bit.ly/4cd5vVE
If you’re celebrating, tag us so we can follow along with the festivities!
Unsure of what to read? We’ve recommended titles for all ages, and you can win ALL of them in our special giveaway, only on Instagram 🎉
🎁 bit.ly/4cd5vVE
April 3, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Today is #WeNeedDiverseBooksDay!
If you’re celebrating, tag us so we can follow along with the festivities!
Unsure of what to read? We’ve recommended titles for all ages, and you can win ALL of them in our special giveaway, only on Instagram 🎉
🎁 bit.ly/4cd5vVE
If you’re celebrating, tag us so we can follow along with the festivities!
Unsure of what to read? We’ve recommended titles for all ages, and you can win ALL of them in our special giveaway, only on Instagram 🎉
🎁 bit.ly/4cd5vVE