Jill Lazzaro Gueller

Just a mom...trying to stay rad...and maybe also publish a children's book or two...#kidlit #amwriting #querying member of @SCBWI & @SCBWIWisconsin

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

@BravoTopChef Welcome to Wisconsin, Kristen! We couldn’t be more thrilled for you, or to have you here! 🍻

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

@BravoTopChef Hot ham and rolls? And definitely a fish fry challenge!

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

@gregpincus I need a nap after reading about your day...but instead, I facilitated virtual school x4! I have the sense that no REAL writing will come until they're back in in-person school 🤷‍♀️ #momwritemommommom

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

A5: I’m still working on this...as a lifelong people-pleaser (I’m trying to reform myself), it’s a Big Challenge to A) take risks and B) put myself out there when I’m not guaranteed that “A” at the end. SHOWing my kids what going after your dreams looks like is the propelling me!

[scbwi @scbwi]

Last question, everyone! And may we just say THANK YOU to everyone who's here and to our hosts @averyfastreader and @Sarah_EDiamond? Y'all are amazing! Here it goes! #SCBWIGenNext

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

A4: READ, which feels so luxurious when making time to do so means NOT doing so many other things...ahhhh...just thinking about sprawling out with an actual book and not a Kindle, in front of the fireplace...💆🏻‍♀️

[scbwi @scbwi]

#askingforafriend, but really, asking for all of us at SCBWI HQ. #SCBWIGenNext

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

A3: and then I’ve just started Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows, Jaswal...so I’ve really got some (beautifully written!) extremes going right now!

[scbwi @scbwi]

We are absolutely loving these responses! We can't wait to hear what you have to say to this question. (Prepare to add a ton of books to your TBR list) #SCBWIGenNext

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

A3: I’ve been really into reintroducing my youngest (6 yrs) to all his big bros’ (twins, 10) old favs as I unpacked a forgotten moving box: My Pet Book, Staake and Poem-Mobiles, Lewis are so lyrical and fun for Mom to read ❤️

[scbwi @scbwi]

We are absolutely loving these responses! We can't wait to hear what you have to say to this question. (Prepare to add a ton of books to your TBR list) #SCBWIGenNext

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

A2: No mentor, but I ask what I think my favorite #kidlit author, @SandyBoynton, would say if she read my pieces (@judyblume as I’m dipping into MG/YA). *I do the same when leaving the house, “How would I feel if I ran into Moststylishgirl Inmyhighschool while out in this??”

[scbwi @scbwi]

Okay, we gotta ask because we gotta know - how do y'all find mentors, or do you even want/need a mentor? #SCBWIGenNext 🤔

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

@scbwi @averyfastreader @Sarah_EDiamond Negative: I spend way too much time contemplating my hair part as a result; positive: connecting with new people and ideas - from home!#noSpanxNeeded!

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

A1: Social media has been a hindrance to my productivity since college (#RIPmyspace). Trying to use it professionally instead of socially is a TRANSITION - and something I hadn’t considered key before the conference, as a pre-published author #SCBWIGenNext

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

PB writer from Milwaukee here! So thrilled to chat with and “meet” you all! #SCBWIGenNext

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

WOW! Who’s ready to write, after that great conference?! Well, maybe drink...and then write (@linoliver told us to 😉) #SCBWIGenNext

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

YAY 👏👏 #ReggieBrown and #LeanneHatch were two of my very favorite artists in the showcase. Congratulations on your honors - so well-deserved, along with all of your co-winners! #NY21SCBWI

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

#patriciamaclachlan is a “slouch” 🤣 A remarkable writer and a surprisingly funny lady - and @linoliver, you really are such a lovely interviewer. What a way to wrap up the weekend! #NY21SCBWI #SCBWIBIRD

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

AGREED! 🙌

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

Over the moon for this #NY21SCBWI conversation with #PatriciaMacLachlan! I read #SarahPlainAndTall innumerable times (all those “pick a Newberry Award winner assignments” 🙃) as a child. Thank you so much, @scbwi! #SCBWIBIRD

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

So trippy to hear my mom’s (very unusual) (VERY Greek) maiden name repeatedly during #NY21SCBWI! @andrewasalways, from one Eliopulos to another, you’ve been doing it right - your authors speak so highly of you!

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

SANGIN’ to the choir! My big kids don’t gravitate toward PBs anymore (except for the ones I write 😉)...but they sure do migrate in to share my lap when I’m reading one to #messton “We only like them when YOU’RE the reader, Mom...” 💁🏻‍♀️ #timely! #NY21SCBWI

[The New York Times @nytimes]

In Opinion

"Because so many parents like to think of our kids as progressing and developing new skills, we allow picture books to fall away by the time kids are sounding out their Dr. Seuss. Don't let this happen," writes @PamelaPaulNYT. https://t.co/QZ1ev8DzM9

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

@CEDavidsBooks @DelacortePress @wendyloggia Picture books have overtaken my home, life, and writing! You?

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

This mock acquisition meeting with @DelacortePress’s @wendyloggia and team has been riveting! It ALMOST made me want to write YA, just to work with this group - and it definitely gave me three new books to read! 👏👏 #NY21SCBWI #SCWIBird

[Jill Lazzaro Gueller @JillLG_Writes]

@ericarsilverman is speaking to my heart, reminding me of those amazing first glints of each of my kids as emerging readers. #goals (and I can’t wait to introduce my youngest to #donutfeedthesquirrels, so thank you!) #NY21SCBWI