Melissa H. Mwai
@me-mwai.bsky.social
https://melissamwai.com/
Author, Illustrator, Podcaster | Rep'd by Jacqui Lipton at #TheTobiasLiteraryAgency
Out now: I CAN MAKE A FRIEND (Paw Prints, Apr ‘25)
#SCBWI | #PBCHATMentee | #ADHDwriter | #KDZPodcast
Author, Illustrator, Podcaster | Rep'd by Jacqui Lipton at #TheTobiasLiteraryAgency
Out now: I CAN MAKE A FRIEND (Paw Prints, Apr ‘25)
#SCBWI | #PBCHATMentee | #ADHDwriter | #KDZPodcast
Graphic novel inking….wahoo…so much work. #kidlitchat
December 3, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Graphic novel inking….wahoo…so much work. #kidlitchat
I wanted to make more art but didn’t get the chance. November flew by!
However, here’s two favorites:
#kidlitchat
However, here’s two favorites:
#kidlitchat
December 3, 2025 at 2:28 AM
I wanted to make more art but didn’t get the chance. November flew by!
However, here’s two favorites:
#kidlitchat
However, here’s two favorites:
#kidlitchat
Mostly revising & podcasting.
✳️ Book Things: can’t wait to share the cover of the nonfiction middle grade sometime early next year.
✳️ KidLit Defonstruction Zone Podcast: @kdzpodcast.bsky.social released episodes on nonfiction, humor, halloween, & holidays! bit.ly/3M6PE2h
#kidlitchat
✳️ Book Things: can’t wait to share the cover of the nonfiction middle grade sometime early next year.
✳️ KidLit Defonstruction Zone Podcast: @kdzpodcast.bsky.social released episodes on nonfiction, humor, halloween, & holidays! bit.ly/3M6PE2h
#kidlitchat
December 3, 2025 at 2:28 AM
Mostly revising & podcasting.
✳️ Book Things: can’t wait to share the cover of the nonfiction middle grade sometime early next year.
✳️ KidLit Defonstruction Zone Podcast: @kdzpodcast.bsky.social released episodes on nonfiction, humor, halloween, & holidays! bit.ly/3M6PE2h
#kidlitchat
✳️ Book Things: can’t wait to share the cover of the nonfiction middle grade sometime early next year.
✳️ KidLit Defonstruction Zone Podcast: @kdzpodcast.bsky.social released episodes on nonfiction, humor, halloween, & holidays! bit.ly/3M6PE2h
#kidlitchat
Best Haiku anthology sounds AMAZING! #kidlitchat
December 3, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Best Haiku anthology sounds AMAZING! #kidlitchat
3. The KDZ crew released a new episode of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast with the KDZ crew (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social) to get into the holiday spirit. bit.ly/48qXivx
#kidlit #kdzpodcast #writing
#kidlit #kdzpodcast #writing
Tools for Festive Holiday Stories (KidLit Writing Tips)
The KidLit Deconstruction Zone (KDZ) Podcast Episode 9: Tools for Festive Holiday Stories airing November 30, 2025. This episode's music, art, and audio mix were created by Melissa Mwai. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4pxmZSg Goodreads Shelf: https://bit.ly/3KjbAWW Resources: 1.How to Subvert Tropes Video by Reedsy: How to Subvert Tropes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVSGPq7fA9s&t=192s 2. 3 Tips for Writing Holiday-Themed Books https://www.instantpublisher.com/blog/3-tips-for-writing-holiday-themed-books/ 3. Thriving as a Writer During the Holidays https://www.writefromthedeep.com/155-thriving-during-holidays/ 4. Children’s Books about Holidays https://www.readbrightly.com/books-about-different-holiday-cultures-and-traditions/ About the Hosts: Melissa "Mel" Mwai is a nonfiction children's author, illustrator, and story coach. Visit https://melissamwai.com. Morgan Lau is a visual storyteller. Visit https://greengirlblueplanet.wordpress... or on Instagram @greengirlblueplanet. Rona Shirdan is a children's author and book coach. Visit https://www.ronashirdan.com/.
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December 1, 2025 at 5:12 PM
3. The KDZ crew released a new episode of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast with the KDZ crew (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social) to get into the holiday spirit. bit.ly/48qXivx
#kidlit #kdzpodcast #writing
#kidlit #kdzpodcast #writing
2. I waxed poetic about writing & ADHD with the author, editor, & book coach, Nicole Bross @brossypants.nicolebross.com. We discussed her new book, A Novel Approach: Strategies for ADHD Writers.
#adhd #writingbook #interview
#adhd #writingbook #interview
December 1, 2025 at 5:12 PM
2. I waxed poetic about writing & ADHD with the author, editor, & book coach, Nicole Bross @brossypants.nicolebross.com. We discussed her new book, A Novel Approach: Strategies for ADHD Writers.
#adhd #writingbook #interview
#adhd #writingbook #interview
1. I tried to slow down time with poetry & leafy drawings.
See newsletter for these prompts: bit.ly/4oD3g2Q
#writingprompts #artprompts #creativity
See newsletter for these prompts: bit.ly/4oD3g2Q
#writingprompts #artprompts #creativity
Patchwork Poems, Leaf Art, & Mindfulness
Cozy Creativity [November 2025 Newsletter]
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December 1, 2025 at 5:12 PM
1. I tried to slow down time with poetry & leafy drawings.
See newsletter for these prompts: bit.ly/4oD3g2Q
#writingprompts #artprompts #creativity
See newsletter for these prompts: bit.ly/4oD3g2Q
#writingprompts #artprompts #creativity
For nonfiction: I think about thesis, evidence, through line, and emotional takeaway. #kidlitchat
November 19, 2025 at 2:18 AM
For nonfiction: I think about thesis, evidence, through line, and emotional takeaway. #kidlitchat
The story is the boss! 💯 agreed. #kidlitchat
November 19, 2025 at 2:16 AM
The story is the boss! 💯 agreed. #kidlitchat
Have you read Danse Macabre by Stephen King? It’s great of you’re interested in writing horror or find that topic interesting. #kidlitchat
November 12, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Have you read Danse Macabre by Stephen King? It’s great of you’re interested in writing horror or find that topic interesting. #kidlitchat
I love listening to writing craft & art podcasts to find relevant topics to my current project/goals. Writing excuses. 3 Point Perspective.
And of course, making our writing podcast, KidLit Deconstruction Zone (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social), is incredibly special since we choose the topic! #kidlitchat
And of course, making our writing podcast, KidLit Deconstruction Zone (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social), is incredibly special since we choose the topic! #kidlitchat
November 12, 2025 at 11:01 AM
I love listening to writing craft & art podcasts to find relevant topics to my current project/goals. Writing excuses. 3 Point Perspective.
And of course, making our writing podcast, KidLit Deconstruction Zone (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social), is incredibly special since we choose the topic! #kidlitchat
And of course, making our writing podcast, KidLit Deconstruction Zone (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social), is incredibly special since we choose the topic! #kidlitchat
Awww thank you, Lauri! Were you Ohio work for hire one?
November 11, 2025 at 2:32 AM
Awww thank you, Lauri! Were you Ohio work for hire one?
Awww…such a sweet compliment!
November 10, 2025 at 1:47 AM
Awww…such a sweet compliment!
Thank you for sharing, Cheryl. #kidlit #kidlitart
November 10, 2025 at 1:47 AM
Thank you for sharing, Cheryl. #kidlit #kidlitart
No worries. It’s a Maple.
November 9, 2025 at 3:10 AM
No worries. It’s a Maple.