Acquiring editor for @freespiritbooks (@tcmpub), the leading publisher of social & emotional learning books for kids, teens, & educators. Write for us! She/her

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Hey! 👋 We're now accepting submissions for Curiosity Unlocked Books! If you've already submitted to me for Math Fiction or STEAM fiction on the previous forms, your manuscript is already under review. Learn more and submit here: freespiritpublishing.submitt…

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I'm so excited to share our new imprint at @tcmpub Curiosity Unlocked Books! Learn more here: publishersweekly.com/pw/by-t… I'll be posting more about our submission guidelines this week! I'm seeking books for curious kids. 💕
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Hey! 👋 We're now accepting submissions for Curiosity Unlocked Books! If you've already submitted to me for Math Fiction or STEAM fiction on the previous forms, your manuscript is already under review. Learn more and submit here: freespiritpublishing.submitt…

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Call for submissions! I'm currently looking for math fiction, social studies fiction, and authors writing about disabilities. Learn more and submit here: freespiritpublishing.submitt…

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Free Spirit submissions are closed while we catch up on reviews. In the meantime, submissions ARE open for the 2025 Latino Voices in Children's Literature Writing Contest and a special call for manuscripts aligned with social studies topics! freespiritpublishing.submitt…

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Now seeking high-interest books aligned with social studies topics! Learn more and submit here: freespiritpublishing.submitt… #callforsubmissions

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The Black Voices in Children’s Literature Writing Contest 2025 is OPEN! Submit your children’s picture book for a chance to win! Please share. Details here: go.teachercreatedmaterials.c…
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Congratulations @KristieGStutler! I'm excited to get this resource out in the world. ❤️
I am thrilled to share that my nonfiction book, ON MY TERMS: HEALING PRACTICES FOR TEENS WHO’VE EXPERIENCED TRAUMA, is coming soon! Thank you @FSPacquisitions and @FreeSpiritBooks for believing in this book. ❤️
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I'm moderating panel with three amazing @FreeSpiritBooks authors at the NAEYC Annual Conference. Come see our session "Through the Minds and Hearts of Children: A Conversation with Children's Book Creators." Will you be there? #naeycAC
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Excited to show off the @FreeSpiritBooks Fall 2024 picture book list! ❤️📚🧠 Register to watch this Booklist webinar on October 15. ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/r…

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The Latino Voices in Children's Literature Writing Contest is open for submissions! Top 3 winners get cash prizes and swag. Learn more here: go.teachercreatedmaterials.c…
📣NOW OPEN: The 1st annual Latino Voices in Children's Literature Writing Contest is here! Cosponsored by @contodopress, the contest aims to uplift Latino picture book writers and their authentic stories📝❤️ ENTER NOW: hubs.ly/Q02N_vQK0
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Such a sweet father-daughter story! 🥰🧜‍♀️🦜
Our new title “Papa and Pearl” is now available! “Papa and Pearl”, by author @AnnetteMClayton and illustrator @kimillustration, is a sweet story of the love between father and daughter that stays constant, even through big change. hubs.ly/Q02LVsPw0
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Free Spirit Publishing is currently closed to unsolicited Submissions. If you already have one out with us, it's going through our normal review process. I'll share here when we open up submissions again. 📚💕
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Deidra Purvis retweeted
🔔 Announcing an EXTENSION for Walter Grant applications! 🔔 We will be extending our deadline for this round of Walter Grants until August 14th, 2024! Emerging writers and illustrators with diverse backgrounds, don’t miss this chance to apply! 💻 bit.ly/WalterGrants2024
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Con Todo Press & @FreeSpiritBooks are partnering up to bring you the Latino Voices in Children’s Lit Writing Contest! Sign up to be reminded when submissions open on Sept 9: go.freespirit.com/latino-voi…. Awards include cash prizes consideration for publication. Please spread the word.

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Deidra Purvis retweeted
UPDATED BOOK TOUR 📚 Rachel Funez brings "Sonia and the Super-Duper Disasters" to life on her upcoming book tour! Find out more about each event and mark your calendars: hubs.ly/Q02HGD9v0 @rachel_funez @secondstarbooks
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Happy #QueerPit! I acquire picture books and nonfiction kid and teen SEL for @FreeSpiritBooks. If I ❤️ your pitch, please submit using this link and mention #QueerPit in your cover letter: freespiritpublishing.submitt…

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Excited to participate today!
🌈#QueerPit is TOMORROW!!🌈 ❤️ 8am-8pm EST 🧡 Schedule your pitches 💛 NO moodboards or attachments 💚 Up to 4 pitches per manuscript, 1 per hour 💙 Rules on our website: queerpit.wordpress.com/faq/ 💜 Don't forget the hashtag!!
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This one is special! 💕🌳
Our title “Hello, Beech Tree!” is now available! 🌳📘 Author @swirlz_1 shares a story of a class & its beloved playground tree. When the tree is cut down, the students use their art skills to show their respect for the tree & the environment. Buy it now! hubs.ly/Q02Cw11n0
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2 of our titles have been selected as INDIES Finalists! Paula’s Patches by Gabriella Aldeman & illustrated by Rocio Arreola Mendoza was selected along with I Think I Think A Lot by Jessica Whipple & illustrated by Josee Bisaillon. Congratulations to the authors and illustrators!
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