The Page Half Full

#ThePageHalfFull blog is a collaboration of six children's #writers who share their experiences to spark community, creativity, and collaboration.

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We’re thrilled to announce #thepagehalffull co-founder @KaleeGwar has a new book dropping in summer ‘23! We’re starting the countdown until Miss MacDonald hits bookshelves!! 🎉

[Kalee Gwarjanski @KaleeGwar]

🥳 @GoGirlsGoBooks @jl_herrington

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A Simple Solution for Tracking your Writing https://t.co/YwmbunPzPp

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#PitMad is happening today, starting in just a few minutes. Are you participating? We want to cheer you on 🎉

Check out @KaleeGwar's post for some tips.

https://t.co/QMmSUVzV4d

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We love seeing organizations step up to support their members and foster creativity during this tough time. 👏🏼 We’ll definitely be participating in these great #kidlit events! ✏️💛

[scbwi @scbwi]

EIGHT digital workshops. All FREE for members, with @KateMessner, @Sara_Sargent, @hwinkler4real, @linoliver, @JenniferDVassel, @kaitfeldmann, @LaurentLinn, and Cecilia Yung. Beginning APRIL 2. Learn more about #SCBWIDigital here: https://t.co/LgG9zB2Ak6. 🧑‍💻📚

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Written by our very own @Kimber_Saint! This Sweet Story About a Bear Will Help Explain Social Distancing to Even the Youngest Kids https://t.co/lleTu2Z83Q via @POPSUGARMoms

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“In the end, it is a much quieter thing that I call success...” In the face of rejection or fizzled book launches, how can writers keep the faith? When Kate Spofford recalibrated her measurement of success, it changed everything https://t.co/ihaMmTmjED

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We’ve been lamenting lost networking time this month, realizing how important peer connection is even with a solitary activity like writing. With social/emotional wellness in mind, where are you finding community during isolation? Share your tips & resources here 👇🏼💛

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What’s better than a well-placed, pack-a-punch, leave-em-hanging #picturebook page turn? @KaleeGwar shares a few resources to help you craft your story with spreads and turns in mind. https://t.co/ob41ulAHvN

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We hope everyone is staying healthy during this wild time. The half-full perspective on social distancing might be more time to tackle that manuscript or TBR list! May you find some much-needed distraction in those words and worlds. ✏️💛

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Have you voted in #madnesspoetry yet? Round 1 polls close today at 5EST! 2 of the Page Half Full ladies are authletes -
@Sarah3332015 and @KaleeGwar. Lots of funny entries and difficult word prompts. Good luck everyone!

https://t.co/HTMW2qUSIL

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[New England SCBWI @nescbwi]

An update on #NESCBWI20 -- we are actively in touch with the Springfield Sheraton and @scbwi HQ regarding our May conference. No plans to cancel yet, but we are paying close attention to recommendations from the CDC and local officials. Decision will be made in early April. 1/2

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“Short stories can help to explore those moments that come up unexpectedly in the writing.” Nikole Breault lets us in on her craft secret for world-building and character development. #WritingTip https://t.co/IHgeEg0UiW

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It’s contest season! 🎉 Check out @Kimber_Saint’s fave five #writingcompetitions here. What’s on your list (and where can we vote for you)? https://t.co/5my1xi3DIW

[Kristine Asselin @KristineAsselin]

Part 2 Workshop Registration for #NESCBWI20 begins today at 2PM ET!

Visit the conference page for Tips and a Part 2 Cheat Sheet to get a preview of what you can expect during registration
https://t.co/pM2kHOZPtU

When registration goes live click on the red REGISTER NOW button.

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@Sarah3332015 has a virtual sit-down with author/editor Frances Gilbert to chat about her girl-positive mission, her tricks for creativity, and what surprises her about the publishing world. A must-read...just like @GoGirlsGoBooks! https://t.co/BqFW2XK5qV

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A little #inspiration for those #amrevising, #amwriting folks out there. #writingcommunity

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“What I really need is a way to tap into my creative groove, and keep my critical mind in check until I need it.” Discover @CircusLearning’s science-backed hack for getting into a creative headspace. #WritingTips https://t.co/8B78oDCzgc

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Who will be heading to #NESCBWI20 this May? Can’t wait to meet up with old faces and new friends!

[New England SCBWI @nescbwi]

Part 1 Registration for #NESCBWI20 begins today at 2PM ET! When registration goes live, a REGISTER NOW button will appear at the top of the webpage.

More information on critiques and consultations can be found on the "Bonus Activities" page of our website.

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[Lynda Mullaly Hunt 🗣⛈💦//🐟🌳 @LynMullalyHunt]

TEACHERS AND LIBRARIANS - It's ALMOST Valentine's Day! You know what THAT means! It's time for the GIANT #AuthorsLoveTeachers giveaway of about 100 SIGNED books from about 100 different authors! Post goes live on 2/14 here on Twitter :-)

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The PHF team is on the blog this week chatting about our writing rituals: good habits, golden hours, favorite beverages to invoke creativity... #WritingCommunity, tell us how (and when) you write best! https://t.co/KvPgscHQr4