Ooh, ooh! Me first! This month I went to my first book conference #Txla24 and did a signing and my first panel! And I actually did okay!
I also did my first reading at a sensory storytime at my library. I'm an AUTHOR now, guys! #kidlitart
Me doing a panel
Me with other authors
Me with other authors at a panel
I went to #txla24 and did my first panel!
It was terrifying but I want to do another one immediately because I got to talk to so many librarians afterwards! Librarians are great.
Pic of Steve's sneaker. The sole is separated from the upper from the ball of the foot,all the way under the arch, to the heel.
I walked so far at #TxLA24...
(How far?)
I walked so far, my shoes started disassembling themselves.
I'm around 29 miles this week.
Picture of a handmade sign on the back of a cabinet that reads, "I Am Extra and Lonely".
Saw this sign while ealkomg around after #TxLA24 has wrapped & everyone has gone home, while I'm still wearing my librarian biker vest.
Feeling seen. 😂 😂
Spread love and laughter
Stand up for democracy
Live long and prosper
#30daysofhaiku #nationalpoetrymonth
A rich and inspiring conversation with George Takei was the perfect way to end #txla24.
@georgetakei.bsky.social Thank you for that amazing history lesson at #txla24! I know you weren't able to hang around for pics, so I'd like to say from my dad and I- we love your work both on Star Trek and advocacy! 🖖🖖💜
"Being an American is not easy because it demands that citizens take on the responsibility of upholding the ideals of America...." which includes being well-informed and compassionate.
@georgetakei.bsky.social #TxLA24
I GREATLY appreciate that there's a #TxLA24 session on, "Here's how things went horribly wrong in our library" - it's good to get ideas from what has worked for ppl, but it's important to remember (and learn from) the not-so-good.
Thank you to all our friends at #txla24! We love your enthusiasm & dedication to finding the best #kidsbooks for your communities! flic.kr/s/aHBqjBmJto
Blonde has turned to grey
Wisdom spots dot wrinkled hands
Friendship is ageless
#30daysofhaiku #nationalpoetrymonth
Ann Jacobus was my next door neighbor in high school. How wonderful to reconnect via the #kidlit world. #txla24
Book cover Title: The Meister of Decimen City By Brenna Raney Image is a giant reptilian eye, green scales surrounding a golden iris, floating above a dark purple cityscape against a black backdrop. In the foreground are some flying people. At the bottom is the black outline of part of a stegosaurus spine, almost like a shark fin cutting through water.
NO ONE CARES THAT YOU CURED Cancer IF YOU ALSO CLONED A HORDE OF DINOSAURS AND LET THEM RAMPAGE DOWN THE STREET. SUPERGENIUS AND QUASI-VILLAIN REX normally can't go a week without accidentally endangering Decimen City with her science shenanigans. It's been two weeks since her genetically engineered dinosaurs rampaged through town-a good streak for her-but the peace is broken when actual villain Last Dance sets his sights on Decimen. And he wants Rex's help. Before Rex can say "I didn't do it," superheroes who've dragged her to jail on her worst days are crowding her lab to conscript her into quasi-herodom. Rex would rather stay out of it and deal with the dinosaurs that keep calling her Mom, but she can't ignore that she was somewhat responsible for Last Dance's villainy. She'd kept a very disorganized lab. And he was such a nosy brother. She failed to help him back then, but maybe if she stops him now-and keeps the heroes fooled-she can finally set things right.
Last wk b4 #TxLA24, I surveyed students. They want more humor.
On exhibitor floor today thinking, "Gotta sleuth out MG humor books."
Guy asks, "Would you like to have an author signed copy of a book?"
"Sure!"
This is what I got.
Now thinking to the universe, "I need a million dollars." 😂
Stand alone versus series! My girl @zbrarian.bsky.social is killing the moderating game! @alexbracken @EllenHopkinsLit @jodimeadows @gracikim #txla24 @yartxla
Shout out @MsGs_Library @BragAboutBooks talking about #manga #anime #books in our Ss #libraries #library #librarian #librarians #books #txla24
Xavier Garza looks so happy! We love #authors! Thanks @leeandlow.bsky.social for bringing him to #txla24!
Coming up in 30 minutes! our last #authorsigning of #txla24 Come meet Xavier Garza is signing Lucha Libra: The Man in the Silver Mask from @leeandlow.bsky.social at Booth 2429 at Noon!
Author interview with @steveasbell.bsky.social now signing FLAP YOUR HANDS at Booth 2429 #txla24 @leeandlow.bsky.social flic.kr/p/2pKZQH5
Come meet author @steveasbell.bsky.social signing FLAP YOUR HANDS from @leeandlow.bsky.social now at Booth 2429 #txla24
Hey that’s me! #txla24
Coming up soon! At 11 am @steveasbell.bsky.social is signing Flap Your Hands from @leeandlow.bsky.social Booth 2429 #txla24
Who knew counting could be so much fun? Er, or not counting...or is it...HOW TO COUNT TO 1 (And Don't Even THINK about Bigger Numbers) from @nosycrowus.bsky.social and ready to delight you, too, at Booth 2439 #txla24
Meet Brenda Maier signing now at Booth 2429 #txla24 #kidscomics from @marblepress.bsky.social flic.kr/p/2pKYAMk
Need help remembering #kidsbooks you want to check out further after visiting Booth 2429 at #txla24? We got your back! They're all here! www.pinterest.com/pubspotlight...
“While championing female farmers, this sumptuous book also celebrates discovery and good taste” Farmer Eva’s Green Garden Life from Readers to Eaters Booth 2429 #txla24 www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...
Ellie in First Position is a “relatable tale that will ring true with both creative and athletic readers” #kidsbooks #MG @marblepress Booth 2429 #txla24 www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...
Waddya think? Big Brain Book: How it Works and All its Quirks from Magination Press draws from both psychology and neuroscience, giving ample examples of how the science is relevant to the question and to the reader’s life experiences Booth 2429 #txla24 nsuworks.nova.edu/cps_facbooks...
Somebody is giving HOW NOT TO KILL YOUR PLANT all their attention over at #txla24 Hope our tips give 'em a green thumb!
At Noon today you'll be able to meet Xavier Garza in person at Booth 2429 where he'll be signing Lucha Libre: The Man in the Silver Mask published by @leeandlow.bsky.social here at #txla24 Here's why you want to make sure to come by flic.kr/p/2pKYc5f
