#MOWMT
500 words. That's all children's authors have to surprise, delight, inspire, inform. These mentor texts exemplify precision in creating resonance & meaning.
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MOWMT 26: Diving into the Details with Lisa Rogers
It’s All in the Details by Lisa RogersPrecision in writing can be hard-won. As writers, we can get carried away by our words, without making sure that each one communicates what we intend. Sometimes, ...
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March 27, 2026 at 2:15 PM
There's still time to sign up for MOWMT to study mentor texts and win great prizes! I'm participating again, so look for my article about writing a PB with lots of characters! #kidlit #MOWMT #Rateyourstory #mentortexts #picturebooks #scbwi www.rateyourstory.org/single-post/...
February 26, 2024 at 6:18 PM
Here is our very first March On With Mentor Text post! Join in the fun, fundamentals and PRIZES!! It's a worthwhile event for writers and authors so please share far and wide to support the cause! Comment on the blog for a chance to win those prizes! www.rateyourstory.org/post/mowmt-1...
MOWMT 1: Fair-Weather Fairytales with Lynne Marie
You might have heard that, as far as stories, everything has been done before, and that there’s nothing truly new under the sun. Well, that’s not exactly true! Yes, it’s correct that with most tales, ...
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March 1, 2026 at 1:58 PM
Happy Birthday (yesterday) to my near and dear friend and talented writer Selene Castrovilla! Show her some love (and possibly win a prize) by commenting! on the original post.

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MOWMT 10: Writing the Unexpected with Selene Castrovilla
Writing the Unexpected: Crafting Unique Picture Book Biographies About Famous PeopleBy Selene CastrovillaGrowing up, I always knew I was a writer. But if you’d told me I would one day write about Geor...
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March 11, 2026 at 7:37 PM
Do you struggle with writing picture book beginnings. Mel Rosenberg has some great tips and a little exercise to give you some practice.
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MOWMT 6: Jumping Right In with Mel Rosenberg
I love picture book stories that practically force you to turn the page right from the very start. The recipe is not rocket science. Start with something mysterious. Something unexpected, something st...
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March 10, 2026 at 9:53 PM
If you'd like to read a little bit of the backstory to writing my soon-to-be-released book, GILBERT AND THE GHOST, my blog article for #MOWMT (March On with Mentor Texts) is up today!
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#kidlit #gilbertandtheghost #picturebooks #RYS @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social
MOWMT: Three Ts with Heather Stigall
March 24, 2025MOWMT: Three Ts: Theme, Tone, and Takeaway[Click on the Titles / Links to buy the books.]My newest picture book, Gilbert and the Ghost (illustrated by Jess Mason, Beaming Books,August 20...
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March 25, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Had a fun MOWMT @literallylynne.bsky.social chat with @cfreeland.bsky.social whose new book (w/Jacqueline B. Toner), MAKING SENSE OF YOUR SENSES, illus. Katarina Gasko, comes out August 5th from Magination Press. #EduSky #KidlitMegaFeed #STEM #Skybrarians
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July 24, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Who else is a winner?
There's still time to read any #MOWMT posts you might have missed!
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April 1, 2025 at 7:12 PM
SO honored to have been one of the blog authors for March On With Mentor Texts this year! I discuss what it means/ways to write stories with “Magic That Makes Us Feel.” And #kidlit friends, join the event fun this month for a chance to win prizes! 👇💜

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MOWMT 21: Magic That Makes Us Feel with Danielle Render Turmaud
The Magic in Books That Make Us FeelBy Danielle Render Turmaud, PhDHave you ever opened a book and found yourself taken on an emotional journey that you never expected? The transformation can be insta...
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March 21, 2026 at 6:04 PM
February 28, 2026 at 4:49 PM
The amazing posts just keep on coming! Check out this one, which combines heart and history, with Jolene Gutierrez! www.rateyourstory.org/post/mowmt-1...
MOWMT 11: Heart and History in PBs with Jolene Gutiérrez
As a teacher librarian, many of the resources I share with my students feature important history. Dry nonfiction isn’t enough to hook readers--these stories need to have heart. I want my students to w...
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March 11, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Thinking about writing a board book? Here are some great tips and mentor texts that might help you along the way. www.rateyourstory.org/post/mowmt-1... #picturebooks #boardbooks #Seder
MOWMT 16: Board Books with Claire Freeland
When I transitioned from writing picture books to writing board books, I was struck by their unique challenge. Instead of a focus on plot and story, the focus is on rhythm and participation. One of th...
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March 26, 2026 at 10:46 PM
Who else is having fun reading mentor texts for MOWMT?
These authors have some great tips to share!
(Psst! My post will be up on March 25th - stay tuned!)
#MOWMT #marchonwithmentortexts #mentortexts #picturebooks #kidlit #kidlitcommunity #RateYourStory
March 14, 2025 at 3:30 AM