Michelle S. Kennedy - Children's Picture Book Writer and Poet

Thank you, Jyn!!!

SCBWI MD/DE/WV presents, The Mechanics Behind the Magic: Writing Rhyming Picture Books with Author Renée M. LaTulippe In this craft workshop, Renée will focus on the technical skills needed to write successful rhyming picture books, including meter, rhyme, natural language, and solid story structure. Through examples...

If you can't make it to this year's WIK 2026, here's another SCBWI you might want to check out on Zoom:

SCBWI MD/DE/WV presents, The Mechanics Behind the Magic: Writing Rhyming Picture Books with Author Renée M. LaTulippe.

Here the link to register:
www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

I take my #PBRisingStars applications very seriously! And I made sure to support the amazing mentors who are participating by checking out as many of their books as I could from the library! This was a good haul! #KidLit #AmWriting @kaileipewbooks.bsky.social @ebonylynnmudd.bsky.social

Huge Critique Giveaway & PBParty Prep Replay ⋆ Mindy’s Writing Wonderland If you're planning to enter the 2026 PBParty contest, here are TONS of critique prizes you can win to help prepare. Good luck. :)

Have you entered @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social's #PbParty Critique Giveaway?! There's still time!

mindyalyseweiss.com/2026critique...

#KidLit #AmWriting #CritiqueGiveaway

I'm so sorry you are still struggling with the Lupus symptoms. But YAY! I am so glad you are attending the conference!!! We have some amazing faculty this year. Looking forward to seeing you!

There's still time to register! DON'T MISS the Writing for Kids Conference in Birmingham, AL, March 27-28! We met some of the faculty in NY (Rachel, Matt, Sasha, and Ritu), and they're excited to meet YOU!
scbwi.org/events/south...
@SCBWI_SoBreeze #AmWriting #KidLit #12x12 #SCBWI

Thank you, Stefan!!!

Oh my! I wouldn't have thought there would be pollen to worry about there!

It's definitely a real thing here in GA!

Thanks Tracie!!!

THE #50PRECIOUSWORDS 2026 INTERNATIONAL WRITING CONTEST IS OPEN!!! Hurray! It’s time for the #50PreciousWords 2026 International Writing Contest! And THIS is the OFFICIAL contest post. If you are participating, please read through the guidelines and then pos…

Time to enter your #50PreciousWords story for 2026!
Here's my entry:

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2nd #PBRisingStars application completed and submitted... A few more to go.

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Welp. I did it. I just hit "send" on my first application for this year's #PBRisingStars Mentorship. 😶

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Thank you! This is my 8th year applying for a mentorship. It's hard to believe I've been at it that long. (I applied for mentorship 3x's through #PBChat and 4x's previously with #PBRisingStars). If THAT doesn't show my determination for a mentor, I don't know what does!

Great news! #Cellphoneitis is 5% off on paperback for a limited time! Order here --> a.co/d/00woTIOQ

Cellphoneitis: A lighthearted children's story about learning to manage cellphone/screentime.

A retweet would be sweet! (It's the perfect picture book to share with your followers!) #KidLit

Because I REALLY want to be mentored... (And this is the LAST year it's being offered.) Fingers and toes crossed that I will FINALLY be chosen... Applications open tomorrow! #PBRisingStars #KidLit #Mentorship #AmWriting

Does someone you know have #Cellphoneitis?!
Order the book here --> a.co/d/0a55027S

written for ages 4-8, and enjoyed by kids 9-11 too!

#AnxiousGeneration #12x12 #SCBWI #Kidlit #Unplug #CellphoneFreeZone #CellphoneAddiction #KidLitMegaFeed #Moms #TeachableMoments

Ah! Thank you for the repost, Amanda!

You're the best! I'll be sending out an email about it soon. 🤩

Thank you, Lisa!

We did it! Bonnie Bright & I published our first picture book together!!! We are L@@KING for some folks to be a part of our "launch" team to help spread the word about our book! If you are interested, please comment below and I'll be in touch with you! Thanks for your support! #KidLit #12x12 #SCBWI

Thank you!!!

Thank you, Amanda!!! I love your work!

Cross Your Heart! – The 11th Annual Valentiny Contest Is HERE!!! Roses are red Violets are blue Valentinies rock And so do YOU! Woo hoo! The time has come for. . . The 11th Annual Valentiny Writing Contest!!! ~ for children’s writers ~ Since our posting da…

Did you enter the #Valentiny Contest? #SCBWI #12x12 #KidLit #AmWriting Here's my entry:
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I love the kidlit community in 12 x 12, the accountability it offers me and the endless opportunities for honing my craft! #12x12PB #12x12 #KidLit #AmWriting www.12x12challenge.com/membership

One more week until Early Bird Pricing expires for WIK 2026! Register before midnight Thursday, February 12 to take advantage of our special rate: $195 members, $250 non-members.
#scbwi #amwriting #amillustrating #kidlit

www.scbwi.org/events/south...

DON'T MISS the Southern Breeze Writing for Kids Conference in Birmingham, AL, March 27-28! We met some of the faculty in NY last weekend (Rachel, Matt, Sasha, and Ritu), and they are excited to meet YOU! Register now: scbwi.org/events/south...
#KidLit #SCBWI
@SCBWI_SoBreeze

WORK FOR HIRE | MichelleSKennedy Picture book / board book manuscript critiques (rhyme or non-rhyme), meter and line editing, creative brainstorming for manuscripts and co-writing or ghost writing.

Hello #KidLit family! I'm re-sharing about my 'Work For Hire' services! If you or someone you know is interested in a thorough critique or meter scan (rhyming or non-rhyming) board book, PB or poem, please consider me! I'd love to help #SCBWI #AmWriting #12x12 www.michelleskennedy.com/work-for-hire

It would be an absolute DREAM to be mentored by Adam!!! 🤩

Here's a great upcoming SCBWI event for learning about Chapter Books: #SCBWI #AmWriting #KidLit
Registration Link: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...