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I write fun, feel-good fantasy that celebrates misfits and girl-power. I'm blessed to have two daughters, three sisters, and one wife. www.wayfindergirls.org

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Maggie And The Mountain Of Light πŸŒ„ By Mark Snoad.

Review: "This book is a joy to read, packed with adventure, heart and so many laugh-out-loud moments. It is the perfect mix of action, history and fantasy, with a brilliant cast of characters and a main character who is both relatable and inspiring" www.thesecretbookreview.co.uk/post/maggie-... -

05.03.2025 08:12 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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There's a free short story, a prequel to Maggie and the Mountain of Light, available on the Wayfinder Girls website - wayfindergirls.org Feedback welcome. Enjoy πŸ˜€

14.02.2025 04:22 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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So nice to have Maggie part of The Kiwi Kids' Bookstore.

Whānau is the Māori (indigenous people of Aotearoa New Zealand) name for family.

Aotearoa is the Māori name for New Zealand. It means "land of the long white cloud."

Kiwi is the bird, the fruit, and the people πŸ˜‚

10.02.2025 04:15 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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So good to be able to participate in the San Diego Writing Workshop from my home in Aotearoa New Zealand. Technology win. Yay!!

07.02.2025 18:26 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What a cool idea. May I please ask, what colours would you choose for my debut MG novel, Maggie and the Mountain of Light? I'm intrigued...

07.02.2025 07:46 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Maggie and the Mountain of Light - The Kiwi Kids' Bookstore A respected organization, a hidden purpose, a world-ending threat. Twelve-year-old Maggie Thatcher longs to be a courageous Wayfinder Girl. But that's not very likely; she is barely coping with life a...

Thrilled to have Maggie and the Mountain of Light stocked by The Kiwi Kids' Bookstore. Thanks Kate! If you're looking to get a copy for yourself or a friend, well, here you go! Yay!! πŸ˜€ kiwikidsbooks.nz/product/magg...

06.02.2025 07:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Mood Board of Children of the Ancient Heroes: Hope and Despair - Book 2 of the Lighted Lands Journey. Coming May 6, 2025 from Monarch Press. Contains pictures of Sea Serpents, Dragons, A boy running with a tiger, A girl with a giant dog, a mermaid with a whale, a dryad, a giant crow, and a blind, ragged dwarf.

Mood Board of Children of the Ancient Heroes: Hope and Despair - Book 2 of the Lighted Lands Journey. Coming May 6, 2025 from Monarch Press. Contains pictures of Sea Serpents, Dragons, A boy running with a tiger, A girl with a giant dog, a mermaid with a whale, a dryad, a giant crow, and a blind, ragged dwarf.

🌟More Magic
πŸ”₯More Adventure
😈More Monsters

Things take off quickly in book 2 for our favorite siblings and they DO NOT SLOW DOWN. I cannot wait for you to follow Tirza and Eli on their continued adventure.

#middlegradebooks #fantasy #adventure #cleanreads #readingcommunity

05.02.2025 17:33 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Hi Cheryl, such a generous, kind offer. I have just donated and will DM you the receipt. Thank you πŸ™

03.02.2025 00:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
You Can See It Here First: A Cover Reveal and Giveaway for Stacey Bartlett’s New Middle-Grade Novel - Carol Baldwin - Author, Teacher, Speaker Get a look at this cover of Monster Mountain-- a MG novel by Stacey Bartlett.

Wonderful review of a fantastic debut MG novel soon to be released by Monarch Press. Check it out - carolbaldwinbooks.com/2025/02/01/y...

02.02.2025 23:40 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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It was my daughter's first day of teaching today and I got to see her in action. It was awesome. Mikayla was my inspiration for Maggie and the Mountain of Light and she continues to inspire me today. Proud Dad moment!

30.01.2025 08:29 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Cartoon bear wearing a construction hat and vest walking with pen, pencil, and paintbrush across a background sketch of the LA skyline with palm trees. Handwritten text surrounding the image says: "Kid Lit for Los Angeles" Typed text is the same info in post. There is a photo of the item contributor. Typed text says, Kidlit Auction Open Now!

Cartoon bear wearing a construction hat and vest walking with pen, pencil, and paintbrush across a background sketch of the LA skyline with palm trees. Handwritten text surrounding the image says: "Kid Lit for Los Angeles" Typed text is the same info in post. There is a photo of the item contributor. Typed text says, Kidlit Auction Open Now!

About Kidlit For 
Los Angeles 
We are a group of kidlit creators who have been heartbroken by the apocalyptic scenes in Los Angeles. We are raising desperately needed funds for wildfire relief efforts in the impacted communities. Logos for: California Community Foundation, California Community Foundation, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, Animal Wellness Foundation Fire Relief Fund.

About Kidlit For Los Angeles We are a group of kidlit creators who have been heartbroken by the apocalyptic scenes in Los Angeles. We are raising desperately needed funds for wildfire relief efforts in the impacted communities. Logos for: California Community Foundation, California Community Foundation, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, Animal Wellness Foundation Fire Relief Fund.

How does the auction work? Donations are listed on our auction page. Bid on items here: 
www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles

Winners will show proof of donation to one of the auction’s four charities as payment for their item(s). These receipts will be reviewed, and winners will be connected with donors after verification.

The auction is January 20th (9am PST) through January 28th (8pm PST).

How does the auction work? Donations are listed on our auction page. Bid on items here: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles Winners will show proof of donation to one of the auction’s four charities as payment for their item(s). These receipts will be reviewed, and winners will be connected with donors after verification. The auction is January 20th (9am PST) through January 28th (8pm PST).

How Can I Help? Follow us here and on IG @kidlitforlosangeles. We’re sharing some of the amazing donations of signed books, school visits, art, 
critiques, and AMAs from award-winning and NYT bestselling authors & illustrators, 
agents, and editors.

Bid high and bid often! There are items from donors like Peter Brown, Suzanne Collins, Leigh Bardugo, Amanda Gorman, Kate DiCamillo, Jeff Kinney, Tui

How Can I Help? Follow us here and on IG @kidlitforlosangeles. We’re sharing some of the amazing donations of signed books, school visits, art, critiques, and AMAs from award-winning and NYT bestselling authors & illustrators, agents, and editors. Bid high and bid often! There are items from donors like Peter Brown, Suzanne Collins, Leigh Bardugo, Amanda Gorman, Kate DiCamillo, Jeff Kinney, Tui

We are a group of #kidlit creators who have been heartbroken by the devastating scenes in Los Angeles. We are raising desperately-needed funds for wildfire relief efforts with an auction taking place Jan 20th - Jan 28th.

Please share: www.32auctions.com/organiza...

Logo byΒ @sydhanson.bsky.social

26.01.2025 05:06 πŸ‘ 81 πŸ” 78 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 4
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New addition to the view from my desk, hoping it will inspire me and my writing. Courtesy of a collaboration between WΔ“tā Workshop and MetalBird. It's great living in Aotearoa New Zealand! - www.metalbird.co.nz/pages/lord-o...

08.12.2024 07:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Hi Tom πŸ˜€

27.11.2024 00:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks, Laurie. It was so cool in see how well she was interacting with the kids!

16.11.2024 01:12 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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My daughter, Mikayla (on the left) is training to be a teacher and I got to visit her class for their literacy block and do an author talk about my journey as a writer. It was so nice to see her teaching and share some of the joy of reading!

16.11.2024 00:50 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

Hi Carrie, I echo that hope too. Thanks for the follow πŸ™

15.11.2024 21:42 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Please order my magical MG debut, THE PAINTER'S BUTTERFLY! But don't take my word for it...let the reviews speak:
"Beautifully written, full of lush imagery, like a painting."
"It’s particularly a treat to any art lover."
"Just genius."
www.apbooks.net/product-page...
#debut #kidlit #readers #books

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