Anne-Marie Strohman

writer, editor and founder of @kidlitcraft, VCFA WCYA alum, freelance writer and editor. loves: hiking, swimming, knitting, and learning new things.

[KidLit Craft @KidLitCraft]

Start your week with this great writing kid lit tip from @JackieWoodson, who recommends reading mentor texts slowly. Which book will you read slowly to try out Woodson's advice? #kidlit #amwriting #amwritingkidlit #kidlitwriters

[KidLit Craft @KidLitCraft]

Today's quote comes from @KateDiCamillo : "Writing is seeing. It is paying attention." What do you see when you write? #amwriting #amwritingkidlit #kidlitwriters

[Vicky Fang @fangmous]

In my next newsletter, I'm giving away a bundle of #STEM books! Win all three books, signed by me: HAPPY PAWS (LAYLA AND THE BOTS #1), ALPHABOT, and BLINK AND BLOCK BUILD A FORT (FRIENDBOTS #3)! Plus free activities to accompany these books! Sign up: https://t.co/Exq8eEjTTi

[KidLit Craft @KidLitCraft]

Try out middle grade! Join KidLit Craft founder Anne-Marie Strohman (MFA) for an 8-week class this fall on making the leap from writing picture books to breaking into middle grade. Interest form here: https://t.co/RfTgokJCxU Questions? Send a DM! #kidlit #kidlitwriters #amwriting

[Anne-Marie Strohman @amstrwriter]

@KidLitCraft Top of my TBR pile? CRASHING INTO YOU by @rocky_writes!

[KidLit Craft @KidLitCraft]

Today's writing wisdom comes from Rocky Callen, author of "A Breath Too Late" and "Crashing Into You." Read more about Rocky's process for writing short stories. https://t.co/SuLCX8UMPY #kidlit #kidlitwriters #amwriting

[Jessie Janowitz @jessiejanowitz]

Book trailers are super effective at getting kids excited about a particular book. Look for
"The Doughnut Fix" and "The Doughnut King" trailers on YouTube—and stay tuned for the trailer for my upcoming book, "All the Ways to Go"!
#tipsforreaders

https://t.co/wInIytWM61

[Vicky Fang @fangmous]

I'm having coast to coast parties for AVA LIN!!! So excited to add an East Coast event, where I'll be in conversation with @Jarrett_Lerner at @newtonvillebks on June 20 at 6pm! And don't miss me w/ @ChristineNEvans at @LindenTreeBooks on June 9 at 11am! https://t.co/r3JwijjRSI

[Evan Griffith (Catch me on Threads!) @Evan_Griffith]

My new middle-grade novel THE STRANGE WONDERS OF ROOTS is out in the world today! 😊🌳 This story about chosen family and the power of community is very close to my heart and I'm so excited to share it with you. Learn more / order online: https://t.co/BLBfBezEqf

[KidLit Craft @KidLitCraft]

Registration is open for our Summer and Fall 2024 classes! Writing MG for PB Authors is designed for experienced picture book writers who want to try their hand at middle grade. More info at https://t.co/Ym7ziEY60C

[KidLit Craft @KidLitCraft]

Buffalo Flats: Update https://t.co/JcsUwuYpJo

[KidLit Craft @KidLitCraft]

Buffalo Flats, Ep. 3: Opening Chapter https://t.co/uM9T1iySGa

[Anne-Marie Strohman @amstrwriter]

Earlier this year, my short story "What You Don't Know Now" came out from Black Fox Literary Magazine. I had such a great experience working with them, and I love that they champion YA Lit. I just heard that they nominated my story for the Pushcart Prize! Thanks @blackfoxlit!

[Black Fox Lit @blackfoxlit]

ISSUE #25 is here! Summer ends tomorrow, so just under deadline, right? 😅 Thank you to our contributors & our cover artist! We are excited for everyone to read! As always, it's free to read on our site, or you can purchase print copies to support us! 🦊
https://t.co/GDvF3L8Ogi

[Anne-Marie Strohman @amstrwriter]

You can also find it here: https://t.co/QK5k7P7uPz

[Anne-Marie Strohman @amstrwriter]

Find Episode 3 of our @kidlitcraft series on Martine Leavitt's YA novel Buffalo Flats wherever you listen to podcasts. This one's on the Opening Chapter. @writingnutt breaks down how to hook your readers and set up your entire novel.

[Anne-Marie Strohman @amstrwriter]

And I highly recommend this Highlights class on writing short stories for MG and YA readers taught by @norawritesbooks and Rob Costello: https://t.co/eT0EW3ay2S

[Anne-Marie Strohman @amstrwriter]

My short story "What You Don't Know Now" is featured on this list of 10 short stories: https://t.co/8MdTEvw8nH

[KidLit Craft @KidLitCraft]

How to Write a Novel in 12 Episodes: @writingnutt and @amstrwriter have been hard at work on a podcast series that breaks down Martine Leavitt’s YA novel Buffalo Flats. The first 2 episodes of the KidLit Craft podcast are up! Find wherever you listen.) #kidlitcraft #amwriting

[Anne-Marie Strohman @amstrwriter]

I’ve been working on a podcast with @writingnutt this fall, and it’s finally out in the world! Give it a listen! Erin is very smart about writing, and we’re talking about Martine Leavitt’s stellar YA novel, Buffalo Flats. #kidlitcraft #amwriting

[KidLit Craft @KidLitCraft]

Buffalo Flats, Ep. 2: Opening Scene https://t.co/v5KJvKr1z6

[Erin Becker @beckererine]

Excited to take part in this giveaway organized by @annmrose! Critiques and beta readers definitely helped me when I was getting started querying & I look forward to seeing the query and pages of the winner. I write MG and YA but am happy to critique all categories/genres. 😀