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If you love a book, write a nice review. It gives the author encouragement for bad days when they want to take up scorpion petting. - @LianaBrooks

23/08/17 22:27

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At some point, you just have to let go.

23/08/14 22:42

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Tip for those posting good news about picture books & tagging author: Pls tag/mention ILLUSTRATOR too, esp if you are using their art to help promote a book. For info re: how you can get involved: picturesmeanbusiness.com @picturesmeanb #PicturesMeanBusiness

23/07/05 20:54

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In case it helps others: I have found it important, esp on days when I'm feeling overwhelmed/low, to embrace JOMO (Joy Of Missing Out). cont'd

23/06/22 21:45

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I've become convinced that getting published is more about intelligent persistence than raw talent. Take a break if you need to, but persevere. Connect with kindred spirits in the community. Appreciate the journey. Read constantly. Your time will come.

23/06/22 21:31

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William Steig didn't start writing children's books until age 61, then went on to write more than 30. More proof that it’s never too late to start.

23/06/22 21:24

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You never know what will come out of a broken crayon.

23/06/21 00:20

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Picture book AUTHORS: YOU can help change industry practice by suggesting to your publisher that the book's byline read "Written by (author), illustrated by (illus)" or "By (author) & (illus)". Other ways to help: picturesmeanbusiness.com/writers/#Pictu… Art @jabberworks

23/06/20 01:20

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My biggest piece of creativity advice for aspiring writers & illustrators (all ages): make regular time to PLAY. Don't be precious about what you create. I also advise creating AWAY from social media, to avoid being influenced / discouraged / held back.

23/06/15 21:40

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Teachers! You can help educate next generation of kidlit authors & publishers by mentioning illustrators by name, discussing illustrators w/ your class, inviting illus to visit, and more: picturesmeanbusiness.com/teachers/ #PicturesMeanBusiness

23/06/12 23:35

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I've been hearing my keynote at #scbwifl23 made some people cry, that it was what they needed to hear. For those who weren't there: my main msg was a reminder to prioritize your own mental health, to remember to breathe. Here's one of my slides.

23/06/05 11:30

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If you love a book, write a nice review. It gives the author encouragement on days they want to take up scorpion petting. - @LianaBrooks p.s. Even a single tweet about a book you like helps! If you can, include cover image & tag the author/illus/publisher.

23/06/05 10:12

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To kidlit ILLUSTRATORS seeking rep: Reply with one (1) tweet that includes 1 image (I advise your name be in image somewhere) + link to your portfolio and/or Instagram URL. Make sure it's easy to find your contact info, if agents are interested! cont'd

23/05/30 00:39

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To those disheartened re: publisher rejections: I started submitting mss to kidlit publishers in 1995. During the 15 yrs before my 1st children's book contract, I sometimes felt like giving up. Take a break if you need to, but PERSEVERE. Your time will come.

23/05/26 05:35

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Reminder to those posting or talking about illustrated books: Remember to credit/tag ILLUSTRATOR in addition to author, esp if using illustrator's art in promo, schools, etc. See #PicturesMeanBusiness picturesmeanbusiness.com Illus: @jabberworks

23/05/15 22:51

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Happy #AsianHeritageMonth! RT for chance to win copy of #SamAndEva (Canada/US). Download my free print-ready activity sheet on how to write "FRIEND" in Japanese: debbieohi.com/book/book-same… (scroll to bottom) @SimonSchusterCA @SimonKIDS cont'd

23/05/02 01:27

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Anyone else cycle thru these four stages of writing? I'm ramping up to send out my scary mg Japanese yokai novel & guess which one I'm at now. 😜 Hopinghoping to be a DEBUT mg author! My history with rejections: debbieohi.com/2022/06/persev… Pls wish me luck!

23/04/13 21:01

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Gentle reminder to authors & publishers of illustrated books launching this week: Remember to credit/tag the ILLUSTRATOR, esp if you're using their art in promotional materials. See #PicturesMeanBusiness: picturesmeanbusiness.com Illus: @jabberworks

23/04/11 20:49

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Thank you, #SchoolLibrarians! RT by 4/10 for a chance to win #WhereAreMyBooks? Happy to send to a librarian of your choice (can be yourself ❤️) w/gift msg. US/Canada. Download free, print-ready poster: debbieohi.com/resources/prin… #SchoolLibrarianDay twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

23/04/04 22:34

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When it's a challenge staying positive on social media, I try to focus on passing on good karma instead of bad. What also helps me (in case this helps others): I seek out those who inspire me to be a better person instead of trying to pull me & others down.

23/04/04 05:49

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It's my birthday today! To celebrate, I'm giving away copy of #SamAndEva (debbieohi.com/book/book-same…). RT to enter! US/Canada. I'll pick random winner next wk. And THANK YOU so much to everyone who has encouraged and supported my work over the years! 📚🎉 cont'd twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

23/03/29 20:34

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To creators who feel like they're spinning their wheels, that nothing they do seems to make a difference: Believe me, I've been there. Still go there sometimes. My advice: focus on what you enjoy, always be learning, limit time on social media. cont'd

23/03/16 22:20

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You never know what will come out of a broken crayon. I love seeing how educators are using broken crayon art with students: debbieohi.com/resources/reso…

23/02/21 02:09

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I want to read ALL THE BOOKS. 📚 RT if you do, too! I'll pick a winner next week, will send sketch debbieohi.com/rules-rt/. 🎉 Trying out #SketchBoxJanuary pkg. Thanks @JodiKrangle for holiday gift! See next tweet in thread for full @getSketchBox contents. twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

23/01/08 03:11

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What Cinderella REALLY wanted.

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