Substacks recommended by Jilanne Hoffmann | Poetry, Prose, and Pep Talks

Recommended by Jilanne Hoffmann

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Christine Evans: Children's Author

News about my life, books, and writing for kids.

On Beyond with Jackie FM

I explore the wider world of children's books, translation, and linguistic fun.

Reading Middle Grade

By Afoma

Get weekly tailored book recommendations for tweens ages 8-14, from Afoma Umesi, the founder of Reading Middle Grade.

Elayne Crain, Writer of Childish Things

Bits and Bobs from Elayne Crain's Brain; signing up gets you a monthly e-newsletter. BONUS: the Welcome email also links to my 27-page(!) "There's Something Odd About the Babysitter" activity kit, stacked with activities your kiddos will enjoy!

Katy Tanis | Author, Illustrator, and Explorer

Musings on picture books, illustration, conservation, and cool species by author-illustrator Katy Tanis.

Especially for nonfiction or info fiction kidlit writers/illustrators who are writing about the animal kingdom. Katy knows her stuff!

- Jilanne Hoffmann

Ask the Agent (the Newsletter)

By Jennifer Laughran

children's book publishing, from an agent's point of view.

Inkygirl by Debbie Ridpath Ohi

By Debbie Ridpath Ohi's Inkygirl Newsletter

Debbie Ridpath Ohi writes and illustrates books for young people. Her posts include nuts & bolts tips about the craft and biz, behind-the-scenes process, bibliophile comics.