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#yearinreview #accomplishments #positivity #motivation #kidlit #writingcommunity #success As 2021 comes to a close, my thoughts initially drift back over the difficulty of this year. I don't need to explain my thoughts. I think we all know... But, I am quick to halt the good ole' negativity bias our brains so naturally lend towards and purposely reflect on the positive. Psychology Today reminds us that remembering the positive takes extra effort. But, it's the positives t

When you decide to seriously write #childrensbooks and are attempting to get into the industry, You. Must. Have. Friends. I am not talking about “networking to publish your book” friends, “networking to sell your book” friends, or “networking to get ahead” friends. I'm talking about friends that are going through what you are going through…even if different paths, goals, timing. This industry is the industry of NO! If you give up after the 1st, 2nd, 10th, 50th (remind me of