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Dingers and Double Plays: The Poetry of Baseball This week, we’re celebrating the return of baseball with a quartet of poems celebrating the sport!

It's Opening Day for the Major League Baseball! In honor of the estimable holiday, here's my previous blog post about poetry and baseball:

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This is a haiku only in the fact that it is three lines long and uses a 5-7-5 syllable format. That said, it's not about nature (per se), there's no kigo or kireji. What should we call it then? It's a bit scary. Maybe a "boo-ku" or how about "Eww-ku"

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A Sticky Wicket I’m trying to understand cricket But what, tell me what, is a wicket? What is a googly? What is a duck? I’m trying to learn, but I’m having no luck No, I don’t mean to sound like a scorner But what is this place called Cow Corner? Dibbly Dobbly, Corker, and Lolly The words make me feel like I’ve gone off my trolley It’s like I’ve been lost in a thicket Just trying to understand cricket © Shaun Jex

Here's another sports-themed verse that is, in actuality, a cry for help directed to my friends across the pond.

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High Hopes Sara’s a striker Megyn’s midfield Diti’s a dream on defense Gloria’s great When she’s guarding the goal (Some say she’s got a sixth sense) Heather hits headers Priya can pass Our lineup is deep as a trench Me, I just hope I’ll get into the game Right now I’m warming the bench

Here's one of my two poems that made the trip in the latest flight of Dirigible Balloon. Thanks to @northernjim.bsky.social for the incredible work he does curating this amazing poetry resource.

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Dingers and Double Plays: The Poetry of Baseball This week, we’re celebrating the return of baseball with a quartet of poems celebrating the sport!

Between the World Baseball Classic and the approach of opening day, it felt like the perfect time to take a look at just a little of the poetry that has been written about baseball!
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Happy Women's History Month! On the #12x12pb #podcast, 📚✨Caroline L. Perry ✨📚 & Julie Hedlund reveal the intersections in their #picturebook #biographies on Queen Elizabeth II & Julie Andrews.
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The Goaltender I wish I were an octopus I’d have eight arms to use No puck would slip or slide by me My team would never lose No slap shot, snap shot, or backhand Would ever reach the net And even on a breakaway I’d neutralize the threat The fans would chant and cheer my name The sports writers would rave “Just give her team the Walter Cup She always makes the save!” ‘Cause just like the Green Monster who Plays for the Boston Fleet I’d be a mighty goalie that No one could ever beat

A poem for kids inspired by the heroics of Aerin Frankel of Team USA's Women's Hockey Team (not to mention goalie of the Boston Fleet).

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Writing 101: New Series For 2026 This year I thought I’d share some tips and tricks I use in my writing. Some of these have been shared at workshops, but I think they might be helpful to some of you who may be trying to brea…

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Thought about writing a novel in verse? Here are some things to consider before you begin. #versenovels #writingforkids

One of my favourite stories has just been accepted by @littlethoughtspress.com I’m so pleased - I love the little person in it and I know @clairemtaylor.com will take such good care of him and his bellybutton! Thank you! 🙏 #writingforkids #kidlit #kidlituk #writing

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Listening to the Inspiring words of Meg Medina at SCBWI!

Revisiting our conversation with New York Times bestselling author Kwame Mbalia on creating Tristan Strong, daydreaming as a kid, and working with Disney.

Tickets for the Storyteller’s Shelf Summit are selling out fast.
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12 x 12 member @natashakhankazi.bsky.social brought down the house with her marketing webinar! Here she shares one book marketing tip for making your content go viral.

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12 x 12 member Suzy Levinson shares how to find your voice as a picture book writer!

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My favourite thing about writing for kids is how ridiculous I can go- I recently wrote a scene with a talking bottom, and it made me laugh so much. I will never grow old if I keep this up.

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✨Contest and Prize Alert: ☃️ 🎁 Start spinning your holiday-themed tales of 100 mighty words and JOIN the Mighty Kidlit Community. 🎄🎅 #kidlit #mightykidlit #pb #mg #ya #gn #chapterbook #community #writingforkids

It's publication day for THE LOVE SONG OF MR. BYRD! Welcome, welcome new book, I hope you bring the world a little more love. Sing your song! @cormorantbooks.bsky.social #writers #writingforkids #newbook

What makes a “Buh” sound? 🅱️✏️

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The Letter B - Writing & Words! 🅱️✏️

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a dog is laying on a chair in a living room . Alt: a girl is laying on a chair in a living room spinning round.

Anyone else feel like this? Waiting is tough! I continue to write and read and do all the things, but the anticipation is killing me. 😂 #kidlit #writer #waiting #writingforkids

A is the first of the alphabet letters! 🅰️✏️

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I was lucky enough to attend Highlight’s Summer Camp for Writers and it was the best thing I could have done for myself. Leaving with hope, new friends, a sh*t-ton of knowledge, & awesome socks. #kidlit #writingforkids #bookstagram #retreat #writersretreat #imwriting #picturebook #highlightsretreat

Join authors and writing teachers Cynthia Leitich Smith and Stacy Wells for Sprouting Stories, Aug. 29-31, Denton, TX! Applications accepted on a rolling basis. This small-group, children’s-YA book manuscript workshop for intermediate-advanced writers offers a supportive program to reflect on craft, connect in community, and embark on revision. More information: https://stacywellswrites.com/sprouting-stories/ Cynthia Leitich Smith is the New York Times bestselling, award-winning author and anthologist of more than 20 books for young readers. Her recent titles include FIREFLY SEASON, illustrated by Kate Gardiner, and ON A WING AND A TEAR (both Heartdrum). She was named a 2025 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award Candidate, the NSK Neustadt Laureate, Texas Literary Hall of Fame inductee, and winner of the Southern Miss Medallion for Outstanding Contributions in Children’s Literature. Cynthia also has been named to deliver the 2026 ALSC Children’s Literature Lecture. She is the author-curator of Heartdrum, a Native-focused imprint at HarperCollins Children’s Books, and served as the Katherine Paterson Inaugural Chair for the children’s-YA writing MFA program at Vermont College of Fine Arts. Cynthia is a citizen of the Muscogee Nation and lives in north Texas. Stacy Wells is a children’s librarian and author. She is passionate about meeting kids where they are and is drawn to tell stories that center community and family, with an emphasis on self-discovery and the power of finding your voice. Her debut picture book, STRONGER THAN co-authored with Nikki Grimes and illustrated by E.B. Lewis, is forthcoming in 2026 with Heartdrum, an imprint at HarperCollins. She is also the author of the TANA COOKS early chapter book series. #writingworkshop #writingforkids #writingforteens #manuscripts

Sprouting Stories, Aug. 29-31, Denton, TX: small-group, children’s-YA book manuscript workshop for intermediate-advanced writers reflect on craft, connect in community & embark on revision. Info: stacywellswrites.com/sprouting-st... #booksky #writing #writingforkids #YA @stacyvwells.bsky.social

Excited to be featured on @boonewrites.bsky.social blog!

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Worried publishers won’t want that children’s book you’re writing on an issue of the day? Please go ahead and write it—the world needs it more than ever! #freelanceeditor #writer #writingtips #publishingtips #writingcommunity #itsalwaysacrapshootanyway #mightaswellgiveitashot #kidlit #writingforkids

Special thanks to @margaritaengle.bsky.social for an inspiring webinar about the Poetry of #PictureBooks. We appreciate you sharing your talent and words of encouragement with us!

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Get ready for third grade this summer and smash this fun writing workbook!

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My Easy Opinion Writing Workbook with 2nd Grade Creative Prompts and Activities, Worksheets, & Test Prep for Kids Ages 7-8

Turn boring #2ndgradewriting into a #funpuzzle writing experience! Mix the writing routine up with some fun activities!

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Kids notice more when they draw first. Let them sketch what they’re writing about because pictures spark the words.

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Write the letter Qq with me! This workbook has everything your preschooler and kindergartner needs to learn the alphabet, practice handwriting, and have fun coloring, search and find, and dot-to-dot activities!
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