Cindy Williams Schrauben, Author
@cindyschrauben.bsky.social
Children's book author and speaker. Host of the video podcast Author Pep Talk on YouTube. https://youtube.com/@cindy-williams-schrauben
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Hi! I'm Cindy. I am a children's book author, speaker, and growth mindset/SEL cheerleader. THIS COULD BE YOU (Kirkus starred review) HANK'S CHANGE OF HEART (coming in 2025. I'm excited for a new positive place to connect and learn.
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One of my kidlit groups was on @cindyschrauben.bsky.social's podcast, Author Peptalk, this wk! We chatted about how our kidlit friends help us along our journeys. Below is a clip. If you like podcasts, consider subscribing here:
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The Value of Writing Groups - Heather.mp4
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March 12, 2026 at 7:34 PM
One of my kidlit groups was on @cindyschrauben.bsky.social's podcast, Author Peptalk, this wk! We chatted about how our kidlit friends help us along our journeys. Below is a clip. If you like podcasts, consider subscribing here:
www.youtube.com/@Cindy-Willi...
drive.google.com/file/d/1pJjn...
www.youtube.com/@Cindy-Willi...
drive.google.com/file/d/1pJjn...
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We're pleased to host a giveaway of the picture book HANK'S CHANGE OF HEART by @cindyschrauben.bsky.social, illustrated by @schadefox.bsky.social (The Little Press Publishing)
To enter, L + RP and confirm your entry in our Friday weekly update: kidlit411.com/2026/02/the-... (+ more ways to win)
To enter, L + RP and confirm your entry in our Friday weekly update: kidlit411.com/2026/02/the-... (+ more ways to win)
February 6, 2026 at 4:20 PM
We're pleased to host a giveaway of the picture book HANK'S CHANGE OF HEART by @cindyschrauben.bsky.social, illustrated by @schadefox.bsky.social (The Little Press Publishing)
To enter, L + RP and confirm your entry in our Friday weekly update: kidlit411.com/2026/02/the-... (+ more ways to win)
To enter, L + RP and confirm your entry in our Friday weekly update: kidlit411.com/2026/02/the-... (+ more ways to win)
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Our weekly big list of kid lit links is up (Feb 6): kidlit411.com/2026/02/the-... Inside: Annual Valentiny contest, How to Promote on Tiktok, MG craft tips, more. Thanks @debbiefong.com for the illustration, @cindyschrauben.bsky.social & Jennifer Butts for the PB giveaways.
The Weekly 411 (2/6/26)
A one-stop place for all your kid lit information needs.
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February 6, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Our weekly big list of kid lit links is up (Feb 6): kidlit411.com/2026/02/the-... Inside: Annual Valentiny contest, How to Promote on Tiktok, MG craft tips, more. Thanks @debbiefong.com for the illustration, @cindyschrauben.bsky.social & Jennifer Butts for the PB giveaways.
January 29, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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POLL: Who bought or received bookish gifts this holiday season? (Psst: buying a bookish gift for yourself totally counts)
December 24, 2025 at 2:49 PM
POLL: Who bought or received bookish gifts this holiday season? (Psst: buying a bookish gift for yourself totally counts)
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Have questions about children's publishing? Check out my interview with @cindyschrauben.bsky.social! I had so much fun chatting with her! youtu.be/1Dd_fEyop1Q?...
Critical Statistics from Published Authors. What You Need to Know with Hannah Holt.
YouTube video by AUTHOR PEP TALK PODCAST Cindy Williams Schrauben
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December 9, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Have questions about children's publishing? Check out my interview with @cindyschrauben.bsky.social! I had so much fun chatting with her! youtu.be/1Dd_fEyop1Q?...
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won't have em for this weekend, but i've been getting a few more people at my table than I'd like lately asking *very pointedly* if i drew everything myself, so i designed a new sticker this afternoon that will hopefully quell some of those concerns.
#art
#art
November 26, 2025 at 9:48 PM
won't have em for this weekend, but i've been getting a few more people at my table than I'd like lately asking *very pointedly* if i drew everything myself, so i designed a new sticker this afternoon that will hopefully quell some of those concerns.
#art
#art
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This book is perfect for every little collector out there. 📚👍🏽 #interview #picturebook #KidLit #bookblogger jenabenton.com/2025/11/10/s...
Simply 7 with Cindy Williams Schrauben: HANK’S CHANGE OF HEART
I have seen many children who are collectors. This book is perfect for them!
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November 10, 2025 at 2:34 PM
This book is perfect for every little collector out there. 📚👍🏽 #interview #picturebook #KidLit #bookblogger jenabenton.com/2025/11/10/s...
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What the world needs now is HEARTS! Read all about it. ellenleventhal.com/2025/11/happ...
Happy Book Birthday to Cindy Williams Schrauben and HANK’S CHANGE OF HEART, plus a Giveaway!
It’s a HAPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY sort of day! I’m thrilled to introduce Cindy Williams Schrauben and her newest book, Hank’s Change of Heart, beautifully illustrated by Sasha Richards. …
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November 5, 2025 at 2:54 PM
What the world needs now is HEARTS! Read all about it. ellenleventhal.com/2025/11/happ...
I will be interviewing the editor Adam Blackman soon on my YouTube channel Author Pep Talk. What would you like to know? Post your questions below or send me a DM.
November 4, 2025 at 10:16 PM
I will be interviewing the editor Adam Blackman soon on my YouTube channel Author Pep Talk. What would you like to know? Post your questions below or send me a DM.
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Tuesdays in the publishing world are a BIG DEAL! It's the day new books are sent out into the world. Two Critical Friends (aka critique partners) are celebrating their books and each one deserves its own post.
#picturebookrecommendation
#picturebook
@cindyschrauben.bsky.social
#picturebookrecommendation
#picturebook
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November 4, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Tuesdays in the publishing world are a BIG DEAL! It's the day new books are sent out into the world. Two Critical Friends (aka critique partners) are celebrating their books and each one deserves its own post.
#picturebookrecommendation
#picturebook
@cindyschrauben.bsky.social
#picturebookrecommendation
#picturebook
@cindyschrauben.bsky.social
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Our weekly big list of kid lit links is up (Oct 31): kidlit411.com/2025/10/the-... Inside: Purpose of the Second Act, Free PB webinar, School Visit Primer, more. Thanks @mirandakramos.bsky.social for the illustration, @cindyschrauben.bsky.social & Scholastic for the giveaways.
The Weekly 411 (10/31/25)
A one-stop place for all your kid lit information needs.
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October 31, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Our weekly big list of kid lit links is up (Oct 31): kidlit411.com/2025/10/the-... Inside: Purpose of the Second Act, Free PB webinar, School Visit Primer, more. Thanks @mirandakramos.bsky.social for the illustration, @cindyschrauben.bsky.social & Scholastic for the giveaways.
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The first two episodes of the revival of Reading Rainbow have nearly 500,000 views each 🤯
Do you know how cool that is for literacy, for book joy?! We are all worthy of reading, we are all readers 💚
And NOW episode three is out! Take a look, it’s in a book 📚🌈🦋
youtu.be/e4VIV48ZB0M?feature=shared
Do you know how cool that is for literacy, for book joy?! We are all worthy of reading, we are all readers 💚
And NOW episode three is out! Take a look, it’s in a book 📚🌈🦋
youtu.be/e4VIV48ZB0M?feature=shared
October 20, 2025 at 12:49 AM
The first two episodes of the revival of Reading Rainbow have nearly 500,000 views each 🤯
Do you know how cool that is for literacy, for book joy?! We are all worthy of reading, we are all readers 💚
And NOW episode three is out! Take a look, it’s in a book 📚🌈🦋
youtu.be/e4VIV48ZB0M?feature=shared
Do you know how cool that is for literacy, for book joy?! We are all worthy of reading, we are all readers 💚
And NOW episode three is out! Take a look, it’s in a book 📚🌈🦋
youtu.be/e4VIV48ZB0M?feature=shared
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Thank you @cindyschrauben.bsky.social - I had a lot of fun chatting with you yesterday about the importance of joining creative communities.
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Author Peptalk - Creating For Kids is a Team Sport with Author & Co-Founder of kidlit411, Sylvia Liu
YouTube video by AUTHOR PEP TALK - Cindy Williams Schrauben
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October 15, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Thank you @cindyschrauben.bsky.social - I had a lot of fun chatting with you yesterday about the importance of joining creative communities.
youtu.be/aIkU6abeIb4?...
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Do you want to create books for kids? Join The Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators @scbwi.bsky.social Today on Author Pep Talk I chat with @Jodi McKay the Co-Regional Advisory for @scbwi-mi.bsky.social about all things kids books and how this organization can help. Link in comments.
October 8, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Do you want to create books for kids? Join The Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators @scbwi.bsky.social Today on Author Pep Talk I chat with @Jodi McKay the Co-Regional Advisory for @scbwi-mi.bsky.social about all things kids books and how this organization can help. Link in comments.
My #1 tip for appreciating rejection letters. What do you do? #authorpeptalk #writing #books #inspiration #kidlit #dontquit #inspiration #writeabook #author #support
October 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
My #1 tip for appreciating rejection letters. What do you do? #authorpeptalk #writing #books #inspiration #kidlit #dontquit #inspiration #writeabook #author #support
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Can’t decide what to buy on Prime Day?
Try: absolutely nothing, and then go support indie bookstores instead 📚
Try: absolutely nothing, and then go support indie bookstores instead 📚
October 7, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Can’t decide what to buy on Prime Day?
Try: absolutely nothing, and then go support indie bookstores instead 📚
Try: absolutely nothing, and then go support indie bookstores instead 📚
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Thanks for having me on the author panel today! I had a great time with @berrietr.bsky.social @cindyschrauben.bsky.social @melissatrempe.bsky.social & Brentom Jackson!
If you reg. but missed the live event, a replay is coming soon!
#kidlit #authorevent #individuality #SEL @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social
If you reg. but missed the live event, a replay is coming soon!
#kidlit #authorevent #individuality #SEL @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social
Our Sept Panel is on 9/25. RU an ed, parent or caregiver? Join me as we discuss the importance of individuality. Classrooms welcome and it's FREE! Learn more here: cardinalrulepress.lpages.co/just-ducky-p...
#CardinalRulePress #individuality #picturebooks #educators #parents #caregiver #librarians
#CardinalRulePress #individuality #picturebooks #educators #parents #caregiver #librarians
September 25, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Thanks for having me on the author panel today! I had a great time with @berrietr.bsky.social @cindyschrauben.bsky.social @melissatrempe.bsky.social & Brentom Jackson!
If you reg. but missed the live event, a replay is coming soon!
#kidlit #authorevent #individuality #SEL @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social
If you reg. but missed the live event, a replay is coming soon!
#kidlit #authorevent #individuality #SEL @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social
I am excited to announce that my YT channel Author PepTalk will launch on October 1. My first guest is @shannonisteaching As most of you know, Shannon is a TEDx speaker, certified brain coach, and award-winning children’s book author. Please subscribe. Link in first comment.
September 22, 2025 at 11:56 PM
I am excited to announce that my YT channel Author PepTalk will launch on October 1. My first guest is @shannonisteaching As most of you know, Shannon is a TEDx speaker, certified brain coach, and award-winning children’s book author. Please subscribe. Link in first comment.
I'm starting a YouTube channel to #inspire #support and #giveback to the #WritingCommunity and help you publish that book. #AuthorPeptalk - weekly #videos on everything #writing, #publishing & #marketing. #interviews #TIPS #chats
Share & comment with topic ideas. Link below
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September 17, 2025 at 3:00 AM
I'm starting a YouTube channel to #inspire #support and #giveback to the #WritingCommunity and help you publish that book. #AuthorPeptalk - weekly #videos on everything #writing, #publishing & #marketing. #interviews #TIPS #chats
Share & comment with topic ideas. Link below
Share & comment with topic ideas. Link below
I'm starting a #youtube channel to #inspire #support and #giveback to the #writingcommunity . Author Peptalk will provide weekly videos on everything #writing #publishing and #marketing for #writers . #Authors #agents and #publishers will share #tips #stories #reviews Please share topic idea below
September 14, 2025 at 11:32 PM
I'm starting a #youtube channel to #inspire #support and #giveback to the #writingcommunity . Author Peptalk will provide weekly videos on everything #writing #publishing and #marketing for #writers . #Authors #agents and #publishers will share #tips #stories #reviews Please share topic idea below
If you are a traditionally published author or illustrator from any of these states or a Canadian province and would like to be included in this annual list for #teachers and #librarians send me a message.
August 7, 2025 at 10:21 PM
If you are a traditionally published author or illustrator from any of these states or a Canadian province and would like to be included in this annual list for #teachers and #librarians send me a message.
@kidlitchat.bsky.social What a great discussion. Lots to add to my TBR. It's so interesting to see the variety
February 26, 2025 at 2:40 AM
@kidlitchat.bsky.social What a great discussion. Lots to add to my TBR. It's so interesting to see the variety