Carmela A. Martino
@carmelamartino.bsky.social
Poet. Author. Teacher. Blogger @ TeachingAuthors.com. My YA historical PLAYING BY HEART was inspired by 2 amazing 18th-century sisters who lived in Milan. Rep. @bookbarrista.bsky.social www.carmelamartino.com
In our latest #TeachingAuthors post, Bobbi Miller talks about how All History is a Story, and shares tips for engaging young readers in Historical Fiction. #kidlit @charlesbridge.bsky.social www.teachingauthors.com/2026/08/all-...
All History is a Story
Barbary Chronicles , Charlesbridge Moves 2026. Art by Allysa Adams As Teaching Authors celebrates America’s 250, with Esther kicking off t...
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August 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM
In our latest #TeachingAuthors post, Bobbi Miller talks about how All History is a Story, and shares tips for engaging young readers in Historical Fiction. #kidlit @charlesbridge.bsky.social www.teachingauthors.com/2026/08/all-...
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Do you know a creative 5-13 y/o kid? 🤔
Lit Kids accepts writing, art, and photos from kids for publication. Send work for Issue 11: Spooky Stories by 8/14 for consideration. Please share, subscribe, and keep shining! ✨
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#kidlit #emag #parents #teachers #librarians
Lit Kids accepts writing, art, and photos from kids for publication. Send work for Issue 11: Spooky Stories by 8/14 for consideration. Please share, subscribe, and keep shining! ✨
www.litkidsmagazine.com/submissions
#kidlit #emag #parents #teachers #librarians
August 9, 2026 at 9:42 PM
Do you know a creative 5-13 y/o kid? 🤔
Lit Kids accepts writing, art, and photos from kids for publication. Send work for Issue 11: Spooky Stories by 8/14 for consideration. Please share, subscribe, and keep shining! ✨
www.litkidsmagazine.com/submissions
#kidlit #emag #parents #teachers #librarians
Lit Kids accepts writing, art, and photos from kids for publication. Send work for Issue 11: Spooky Stories by 8/14 for consideration. Please share, subscribe, and keep shining! ✨
www.litkidsmagazine.com/submissions
#kidlit #emag #parents #teachers #librarians
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CALL FOR INTERVIEWS! 🎙️
We need published #kidlit authors, artists, or photographers to feature on our #blog! If you know someone who fits the bill, please tag them. As a perk, we'll add a contributing #author's book to our Bookshop. Keep shining! ✨
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We need published #kidlit authors, artists, or photographers to feature on our #blog! If you know someone who fits the bill, please tag them. As a perk, we'll add a contributing #author's book to our Bookshop. Keep shining! ✨
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Deer Interview in Snow
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August 10, 2026 at 9:02 PM
CALL FOR INTERVIEWS! 🎙️
We need published #kidlit authors, artists, or photographers to feature on our #blog! If you know someone who fits the bill, please tag them. As a perk, we'll add a contributing #author's book to our Bookshop. Keep shining! ✨
www.litkidsmagazine.com/blog
#WritingCommunity
We need published #kidlit authors, artists, or photographers to feature on our #blog! If you know someone who fits the bill, please tag them. As a perk, we'll add a contributing #author's book to our Bookshop. Keep shining! ✨
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#WritingCommunity
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We’re hosting Narrative Muse, a UNESCO-recognized audience intelligence platform, to learn how AI reads metadata… and how you can use that knowledge to sell more books.
We hope you’ll join us! As always the event is free but you must register to attend:
We hope you’ll join us! As always the event is free but you must register to attend:
How to Improve Metadata to Sell More Books
Are your book descriptions and metadata making your book easily discoverable in the modern age? Join us for an informative session with Narrative Muse, a UNESCO-recognized audience intelligence platfo...
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July 29, 2026 at 6:53 PM
We’re hosting Narrative Muse, a UNESCO-recognized audience intelligence platform, to learn how AI reads metadata… and how you can use that knowledge to sell more books.
We hope you’ll join us! As always the event is free but you must register to attend:
We hope you’ll join us! As always the event is free but you must register to attend:
In my latest #TeachingAuthors post, I share a link to the @authorsguild.org Essential Reading for America 250 and recommend a new historical novel inspired by real people and events written by my friend Julie Phend as an America 250 read. www.teachingauthors.com/2026/07/reco...
Recommending a New Novel for America 250
Today I continue our series on kidlit books related to United States history by celebrating the release of a friend's new Revolutionary War-...
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July 31, 2026 at 4:33 PM
In my latest #TeachingAuthors post, I share a link to the @authorsguild.org Essential Reading for America 250 and recommend a new historical novel inspired by real people and events written by my friend Julie Phend as an America 250 read. www.teachingauthors.com/2026/07/reco...
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I hope to see lots of you at this workshop next week!
Your "author brand" is the key to successfully weathering the fluctuations of publishing. Learn how to distill the essence of who you are & communicate it effectively to boost your career organically.
www.alaskawritersguild.com/event-6739490
Your "author brand" is the key to successfully weathering the fluctuations of publishing. Learn how to distill the essence of who you are & communicate it effectively to boost your career organically.
www.alaskawritersguild.com/event-6739490
July 3, 2026 at 1:09 AM
I hope to see lots of you at this workshop next week!
Your "author brand" is the key to successfully weathering the fluctuations of publishing. Learn how to distill the essence of who you are & communicate it effectively to boost your career organically.
www.alaskawritersguild.com/event-6739490
Your "author brand" is the key to successfully weathering the fluctuations of publishing. Learn how to distill the essence of who you are & communicate it effectively to boost your career organically.
www.alaskawritersguild.com/event-6739490
In today's #TeachingAuthors post, Esther Hershenhorn kicks off our series on children's books that celebrate US #history. #kidlit
www.teachingauthors.com/2026/07/thos...
www.teachingauthors.com/2026/07/thos...
Those Red-White-and-Blue Oldies-but-Goodies!
In honor of our nation's 250th Birthday, my fellow TeachingAuthors and I have chosen to celebrate in our upcoming posts children's books th...
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July 10, 2026 at 5:24 PM
In today's #TeachingAuthors post, Esther Hershenhorn kicks off our series on children's books that celebrate US #history. #kidlit
www.teachingauthors.com/2026/07/thos...
www.teachingauthors.com/2026/07/thos...
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The Copyright Office wants to raise registration fees and eliminate the cheapest option for solo authors.
More than 500 of our members said this would hurt them. So we filed comments.
Here's what's at stake—especially if you're watching the AI cases.
More than 500 of our members said this would hurt them. So we filed comments.
Here's what's at stake—especially if you're watching the AI cases.
Authors Guild and Other Groups File Comments Opposing Copyright Office Fee Increases - The Authors Guild
On May 4, the Authors Guild, joined by the Dramatists Guild; Garden Communicators International; Novelists, Inc.; Romance Writers of America; and Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association, filed c...
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May 26, 2026 at 5:54 PM
The Copyright Office wants to raise registration fees and eliminate the cheapest option for solo authors.
More than 500 of our members said this would hurt them. So we filed comments.
Here's what's at stake—especially if you're watching the AI cases.
More than 500 of our members said this would hurt them. So we filed comments.
Here's what's at stake—especially if you're watching the AI cases.
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Our friends at IBBY Canada are accepting applications to the 2026 Joanne Fitzgerald Illustrator in Residence Program. Deadline to apply is June 1, 2026. Learn more at https://ow.ly/oArK50Z4ffX
May 26, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Our friends at IBBY Canada are accepting applications to the 2026 Joanne Fitzgerald Illustrator in Residence Program. Deadline to apply is June 1, 2026. Learn more at https://ow.ly/oArK50Z4ffX
Just sent out the latest issue of my #Creativity Newsletter. Check your inbox if you're a subscriber, or read it online here: preview.mailerlite.io/emails/webvi...
May 26, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Just sent out the latest issue of my #Creativity Newsletter. Check your inbox if you're a subscriber, or read it online here: preview.mailerlite.io/emails/webvi...
In our latest #TeachingAuthors post, Esther Hershenhorn shares 3 New things she's working on in 2026. #kidlit #writing www.teachingauthors.com/2026/01/what...
What's old is new again!
Sharing the New Somethings I've so far planned for this new year has me smiling. Here's why. I collected so many 5 x 7 Little Ling Calendar...
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February 23, 2026 at 7:57 PM
In our latest #TeachingAuthors post, Esther Hershenhorn shares 3 New things she's working on in 2026. #kidlit #writing www.teachingauthors.com/2026/01/what...
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It's a great time to send your work!
Before you hit send, check out our Query Letter Checklist: manuscriptacademy.com/query-letter...
Before you hit send, check out our Query Letter Checklist: manuscriptacademy.com/query-letter...
Before You Hit Send: Your Query Letter Checklist (Don't Skip This!)
Don't send your query until you check these 10 essentials. Literary agents reveal what to verify before hitting send. Free downloadable checklist included.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:14 PM
It's a great time to send your work!
Before you hit send, check out our Query Letter Checklist: manuscriptacademy.com/query-letter...
Before you hit send, check out our Query Letter Checklist: manuscriptacademy.com/query-letter...
Looking forward to tonight's Poet's Studio class: How to Write a Funny Poem with @justchrisharris.bsky.social I even wrote about it in my latest #TeachingAuthors post @georgiaheard.bsky.social www.teachingauthors.com/2026/01/putt...
Putting the "New" in the New Year
Happy New Year! We're kicking off 2026 here at TeachingAuthors with a series of posts about something new we're doing this year. My "new" ...
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January 12, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Looking forward to tonight's Poet's Studio class: How to Write a Funny Poem with @justchrisharris.bsky.social I even wrote about it in my latest #TeachingAuthors post @georgiaheard.bsky.social www.teachingauthors.com/2026/01/putt...
I'm honored to have my story, A Life-Changing New Year's Tradition, featured in today's @chickensoupsoul.bsky.social #podcast episode. #newyear #goodthings #gratitude
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December 26, 2025 at 5:27 PM
I'm honored to have my story, A Life-Changing New Year's Tradition, featured in today's @chickensoupsoul.bsky.social #podcast episode. #newyear #goodthings #gratitude
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In our latest #TeachingAuthors post, Mary Ann Rodman shares about a bucket list trip she took in 2025: I'M GRATEFUL FOR AN AFTERNOON IN AMSTERDAM #Annefrank #kidlit www.teachingauthors.com/2025/12/im-g...
I'M GRATEFUL FOR AN AFTERNOON IN AMSTERDAM
I'm not sure that "grateful" is the right word for this occasion. "Blessed" may be the better word. After all, how many people ever get to...
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December 20, 2025 at 8:48 PM
In our latest #TeachingAuthors post, Mary Ann Rodman shares about a bucket list trip she took in 2025: I'M GRATEFUL FOR AN AFTERNOON IN AMSTERDAM #Annefrank #kidlit www.teachingauthors.com/2025/12/im-g...
Check out Day 3 of the Catholic Teen Books Advent calendar to see my gift to readers! (Hint: it's a special recipe.) #italianChristmas #adventcalendar www.catholicteenbooks.com/advent-calen...
December 3, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Check out Day 3 of the Catholic Teen Books Advent calendar to see my gift to readers! (Hint: it's a special recipe.) #italianChristmas #adventcalendar www.catholicteenbooks.com/advent-calen...
In today's #TeachingAuthors post, Esther Hershenhorn shares children's books that "informed, amused, encouraged, inspired" her, including the classic, Brave Irene.
#childrensbooks www.teachingauthors.com/2025/11/with...
#childrensbooks www.teachingauthors.com/2025/11/with...
With Heartfelt Thanks to The Children's Book...
Honestly? It's been One Unimaginably Unimaginable Year for a Non-Stop Finder of Life's Silver Linings. But fortunately, as Elaine Stritch s...
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November 21, 2025 at 2:54 PM
In today's #TeachingAuthors post, Esther Hershenhorn shares children's books that "informed, amused, encouraged, inspired" her, including the classic, Brave Irene.
#childrensbooks www.teachingauthors.com/2025/11/with...
#childrensbooks www.teachingauthors.com/2025/11/with...
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Submissions are now open for Issue 13: Head, Shoulders, Spleen & Nose!
We are looking for #kidlit poetry, stories & artwork about the human body.
We accept submissions from writers & artists of all ages.
Find out more and submit your work here: www.littlethoughtspress.com/submissions
We are looking for #kidlit poetry, stories & artwork about the human body.
We accept submissions from writers & artists of all ages.
Find out more and submit your work here: www.littlethoughtspress.com/submissions
November 20, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Submissions are now open for Issue 13: Head, Shoulders, Spleen & Nose!
We are looking for #kidlit poetry, stories & artwork about the human body.
We accept submissions from writers & artists of all ages.
Find out more and submit your work here: www.littlethoughtspress.com/submissions
We are looking for #kidlit poetry, stories & artwork about the human body.
We accept submissions from writers & artists of all ages.
Find out more and submit your work here: www.littlethoughtspress.com/submissions
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Our latest newsletter is chock-full of #kidlit news, interviews with our contributors & the 1st installment of our Your Turn feature of at-home/classroom activities to pair with poetry & prose from our past issues!
Check it all out & subscribe here: littlethoughtspress.beehiiv.com/p/a-feast-of...
Check it all out & subscribe here: littlethoughtspress.beehiiv.com/p/a-feast-of...
A Feast of Kid-Lit News and Links
Preorders, a new submission opportunity, at-home activities and more
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November 20, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Our latest newsletter is chock-full of #kidlit news, interviews with our contributors & the 1st installment of our Your Turn feature of at-home/classroom activities to pair with poetry & prose from our past issues!
Check it all out & subscribe here: littlethoughtspress.beehiiv.com/p/a-feast-of...
Check it all out & subscribe here: littlethoughtspress.beehiiv.com/p/a-feast-of...
In my latest #Creativity Newsletter, I wrote about Countering Anxiety with Creativity as well as my upcoming signing at Anderson's Bookshop @chickensoupsoul.bsky.social
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November 17, 2025 at 4:51 PM
In my latest #Creativity Newsletter, I wrote about Countering Anxiety with Creativity as well as my upcoming signing at Anderson's Bookshop @chickensoupsoul.bsky.social
preview.mailerlite.io/emails/webvi...
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FYI, I have updated the section of my site where I give basic information about #kidlit agents--what they do, how to find one, how to assess their website, resources to use.
You can start here:
www.underdown.org/agents.htm
You can start here:
www.underdown.org/agents.htm
November 12, 2025 at 10:07 PM
FYI, I have updated the section of my site where I give basic information about #kidlit agents--what they do, how to find one, how to assess their website, resources to use.
You can start here:
www.underdown.org/agents.htm
You can start here:
www.underdown.org/agents.htm
I'm honored to have my poem included and LOVE the beautiful illustration!
A quiet beauty for your Monday: @carmelamartino.bsky.social's poem "Thirsty Amaryllis" is a reminder to pause and appreciate the small blessings that surround us.
In Little Thoughts Press Issue 11: Stirring Words, available now in print & pdf.
www.littlethoughtspress.com/issues
In Little Thoughts Press Issue 11: Stirring Words, available now in print & pdf.
www.littlethoughtspress.com/issues
November 14, 2025 at 1:34 PM
I'm honored to have my poem included and LOVE the beautiful illustration!
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Are you pitching me at a conference soon? PLEASE LEAVE TIME FOR QUESTIONS! I’m not talking about my question for you, but YOUR questions for ME! I want to hear your pitch, but you have my permission to ask about the industry, marketing/author brand, etc. Get the most out of your time! #amagenting
October 12, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Are you pitching me at a conference soon? PLEASE LEAVE TIME FOR QUESTIONS! I’m not talking about my question for you, but YOUR questions for ME! I want to hear your pitch, but you have my permission to ask about the industry, marketing/author brand, etc. Get the most out of your time! #amagenting
Looks adorable!
Happy #BookBirthday to my paw-some new board book, SILLY PUPPIES! These rascally pups are officially off-leash and ready to romp into readers’ hearts. Get your copy today! 👉 lnkd.in/geisXw6g #kidlit #childrensbook #bookforbaby #puppies @highlightsfound.bsky.social @ilreadcouncil.bsky.social
October 15, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Looks adorable!
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In which I talk a bit more about my "Publishing Trends, Market Shifts, and Opportunities" #kidlit workshop, coming up online *next week* via @highlightsfound.bsky.social
More information and to register: www.highlightsfoundation.org/workshop/pub...
More information and to register: www.highlightsfoundation.org/workshop/pub...
October 10, 2025 at 3:48 PM
In which I talk a bit more about my "Publishing Trends, Market Shifts, and Opportunities" #kidlit workshop, coming up online *next week* via @highlightsfound.bsky.social
More information and to register: www.highlightsfoundation.org/workshop/pub...
More information and to register: www.highlightsfoundation.org/workshop/pub...