Amy Oelkers

Teen Services Librarian @washcolib, proud @redballoonbooks alum, mom of 2 teenage boys, Gryffindor, she/her

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

I hope you can get the chance to read about this bill and fill out a quick form asking your Senators to co-sponsor. This bill will have a HUGE positive impact on every American community. Thanks friends! https://t.co/CQJg9TMoio via @publisherswkly

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

@BookScents @andiABCs @Irisheyz77 @morganameridius Awww, this is amazing! Memories made, to be sure!

[Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC]

So... you mean to tell us you could‘ve done this the whole time?

[Orlando Informer @OrlandoInformer]

The latest Universal Orlando promo is available now for a LIMITED TIME!

Buy 2 days and get 2 days free* on select Universal Orlando promo tickets.

🎟: https://t.co/b1180Tuz08

*Must be purchased by 9/30/20 and used by 12/17/21. No blockout dates. Restrictions apply.

[Peggy Fletcher Stack @religiongal]

Actions speak louder that words: Despite joining President Nelson in call to end racism, NAACP would like to see the LDS Church do more, via @sltrib https://t.co/vbK9KOanP9

[Red Balloon Bookshop @RedBalloonBooks]

We are so sad and angry and heartbroken for our twin city.

#BlackLivesMatter

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

@BarackObama @MichelleObama As a librarian, I'm asking you to please get involved and advocate for the workers of Chicago Libraries. They are desperate. 🙏 https://t.co/hWoghZTKNa

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

If your local library has not closed, please contact your local government and other then to do so. Social distancing is impossible in a library. We're putting communities and library workers at risk.

[Tasha Nins @TashaCMN]

CLOSE THE LIBRARIES. PAY THE WORKERS. A PANDEMIC IS NOT A VACATION.

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

😭😭😭😭 So sad--but 2021 will be 2 YEARS worth of epicness.

[Teen Lit Con @TeenLitCon]

Teen Lit Con 2020 is Cancelled.

We know this is not the news you want to hear, but due to concerns about the Covid-19 virus we have made the difficult decision to cancel Teen Lit Con 2020.

We share in the your disappointment!

We’ll be back with Teen Lit Con 2021 next spring.

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

Please read this critical thread. There is absolutely no excuse for MN SCBWI's handling of this. I'm honestly ashamed of them & super saddened that this is the organization guiding writers and illustrators for our children. "When you know better, do better." Do better, MN SCBWI.

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

@readingspark You are amazing. I'm so angry and sorry. There is absolutely no excuse for this. I don't understand how MN SCBWI doesn't see how wrong they are. It's shameful. I will speak up where I can. Sending love and support.

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

@CoraCarmack @RedBalloonBooks I've been gone from Twitter and just saw this! Yes, your visit to my beloved bookstore is long overdue!! It must happen in the future! 🥰

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

@kierstenwhite @RedBalloonBooks Oh my, I haven't been on Twitter in months and then I see this!! Consider this a very belated thank you! This was at the top of my 2019 favorite moments list. Keep writing those amazing books of yours. You will always have a warm welcome back to Minnesota! 🥰

[Red Balloon Bookshop @RedBalloonBooks]

Hi friends! The @BorderKidsBooks drive ends on the last day of October, so if you're still wanting to donate, now's the time! You can donate online or in-store, and both book and cash donations are welcome: https://t.co/g9E0oznZcI

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

@sabaatahir You speak so much truth, Sabaa.

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

@mstiefvater I'm thinking of how many times I saw you then and how I had no idea how much you were suffering. Holy moly, please continue to take care of yourself. Bless those magicians, especially your friend who made sure you got real, legit treatment.

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

@RedBalloonBooks @washingtonpost What a fantastic article and tribute to St Paul!

[Amy Oelkers @AmyArleneO]

@getnicced @malindalo My blood is boiling. My middle school students love your books. I'm going to recommend them to every kid I see today to stick it to this awful woman.