Mindy Alyse Weiss
I write #PB & #MG with humor, heart & hope 💖
#PBParty host | #SCBWI FL Crit Group Coordinator | #12x12PB | linktr.ee/MindyAlyseWeiss | mindyalyseweiss.com
Repped by @joycesweeney.bsky.social
- If you write novels and would like to win one of 21 amazing prizes from editors and coaches...hop over to the Writers Helping Writers blog to enter! The contest is open for 48 hours, so hurry. Win feedback on your opening pages, blurb, query & more!
- Reposted by Mindy Alyse WeissGot #questions about #querying? Or #literaryagents? Need advice about a #writing project? Curious about #StarlingLit? I'd love to help! Every Wednesday this month, I'll be here on #Bluesky at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET for an hour to answer your questions, talk craft and more. Hope to see you!
- Reposted by Mindy Alyse WeissOpen to queries! We’ve transitioned to Query Manager and are no longer accepting email queries. More info here: www.dunhamlit.com/how-to-submit #opentoqueries #literaryagent #amagenting
- You're welcome, @sallymacsam.bsky.social. Thank you so much for sharing the post. 💖
- Thank you @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social for this fantastic resource for aspiring picture book writers!
- Want a chance to win a written critique and 1 hour Zoom with me? Check out my Helpful Picture Book Tips and Tricks post over at Writers Helping Writers. It includes tons of amazing PB resources and ways to make your manuscripts gleam.
- Reposted by Mindy Alyse WeissHappy book birthday to @dansantat.bsky.social's Thick as Thieves!
- Reposted by Mindy Alyse WeissHappy book birthday to @lisayee.bsky.social's A Sea Monster Conundrum (The Misfits)! Illustrations by @dansantat.bsky.social.
- Check out this post by @julieartz.bsky.social over on the Writers Helping Writers blog. It shares tons of tips and suggestions for writing retreats...including a FREE virtual writing retreat led by Julie and New York Times best-selling author Emily Colin. writershelpingwriters.net/2026/01/writ...
- This post is packed with awesomeness! 💗 🎉2026 #PBParty contest dates! 🎉PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train happening NOW 🎉Celebrate Guest Crit Master @sylviaichen.bsky.social 🎉Huge giveaway! 🎉Tips for writing a new PB draft 🎉Holiday critique specials mindyalyseweiss.com/critique-tra...
- Write a new picture book during the #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train which runs through Nov 22 *Write a new draft during the challenge *Shout 'DONE' on this post *Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc to give & receive feedback
- Check out these amazing productivity tips over at the Writers Helping Writers blog with guest poster Kirsten Donaghey. There's two amazing giveaways! 1. A copy of A Novel Approach: Strategies for ADHD Writers 2. A 45 minute coaching session!
- I had an amazing time chatting and having lunch with super-agent @joycekay.bsky.social today. Such a fun and productive day! I shared a revision idea for a PB close to my heart and we're both excited about it. Wahoooooo!
- Reposted by Mindy Alyse WeissCheck out this agent submission opportunity, #amquerying #kidlit #picturebook #creators www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o... #seasonsofkidlit @ashleedani.bsky.social
- Check out this awesome post from author Ana Siqueira on Adding Tension and Emotions to Your Manuscript. It's packed with info & helpful examples. Psst...there's still time to win a 30 minute Ask Me Anything with Ana. And she has a critique giveaway, too! mindyalyseweiss.com/add-tension-...
- Write a new PB draft & hop on the #PBParty Critique Train by October 18 to receive a critique from the passenger above & crit the one below. Guest Crit Master Ana Siqueira is giving away a 30 minute AMA! Plus--check out another generous giveaway. mindyalyseweiss.com/critique-tra...
- The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train runs through 9/20 Eastern. *Write a new PB draft *Hop on the Critique Train doc to receive a crit from the passenger above & give one to the person below NEW: Tips & giveaway with @sylviaichen.bsky.social! mindyalyseweiss.com/critique-tra...
- Enter to win a critique of the first 10 pages of your novel by editor Stuart Wakefield! I've heard so many raves about his feedback. He asks for a rough synopsis, too, and often gives suggestions on that as well. You have until 1 am Eastern to enter!
- The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train starts NOW & lasts through August 23 EDT 🚂Write a new PB draft 🚂Shout 'DONE' on this post 🚂Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc: tinyurl.com/Critique... 🚂CELEBRATE! 🎉 🚂FAQ: tinyurl.com/Critique... Good luck ✨
- Reposted by Mindy Alyse WeissOur weekly big list of kid lit links is up (Aug 15): kidlit411.com/2025/08/the-... Inside: Advice for Selling at Tables, SCBWI mentor programs, KidLitGN pitch event, more. Thanks Mary Pat Kanaley for the illustration, @heatherstigall7.bsky.social @harpercollins.bsky.social for the giveaways.
- Here's a chance to win one of three 5-page critiques from Resident Writing Coach and Guest Editor Marissa Graff. She's amazing! Marissa has been a reader for an agent for 5+ years and is an editor at Angelella Editorial. writershelpingwriters.net/2025/07/phen...
- The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train starts NOW & lasts all of July17 - 19 EDT 🚂Write a new PB draft 🚂Shout 'DONE' on this post 🚂Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc: tinyurl.com/Critique... 🚂CELEBRATE! 🎉 🚂FAQ: tinyurl.com/Critique... Good luck ✨✨
- If you're seeking an agent or received an offer and wonder what to do next, my post can help! I include potential questions to ask an agent. Do you have more to add? fromthemixedupfiles.... #MG #kidlit #agent
- The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train starts NOW & lasts all of June 19 – 21 EDT 🚂Write a new PB draft 🚂Shout 'DONE' on this post 🚂Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc: tinyurl.com/Critique... 🚂CELEBRATE! 🎉 🚂FAQ: tinyurl.com/Critique... Good luck ✨✨
- Amazing advice from agent @jenniedunhamlit.bsky.social during a past @picturebooksummit.bsky.social.
- #Agent Quote of the Day from @jenniedunhamlit.bsky.social: “Try to focus on how you enjoy writing & not so much on external goals. Because it won't correlate...But if you really enjoy the writing, you're in it for the long term, it's not just about getting published.” #qotd #booksky #kidlit
- Over at the Writers Helping Writers blog, Liz Alterman shares how to begin your novel with the end goal in mind and avoid mistakes she’s made. She’s giving away a query critique and an EBook to celebrate her newest release, Claire Casey’s Had Enough. writershelpingwriters.net/2025/06/begi...
- Check out this amazing post from @michellebark.bsky.social, Senior Editor at @darlingaxe.com. The way she shows how to deconstruct novels is brilliant! Enter for a chance to win one of 10 EBooks of Story Skeleton: The Classics. Good luck! writershelpingwriters.net/2025/05/read...
- Reposted by Mindy Alyse Weiss"There's a word for a writer who never gives up: published." ~ Joe Konrath
- Enter to win one of 6 prizes of a five page novel critique from @michellebark.bsky.social, Senior Editor at @darlingaxe.com over on the Writers Helping Writers blog. Good luck! :) writershelpingwriters.net/2025/05/phen...
- The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train starts NOW & lasts all of May 15 – 17 EDT 🚂Write a new PB draft 🚂Shout 'DONE' on this post 🚂Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc: tinyurl.com/Critique... 🚂CELEBRATE! 🎉 🚂FAQ: tinyurl.com/Critique... Good luck ✨✨
- 2025 #PBParty honorable mentions are up. Congrats everyone! 🎉 I'm happy dancing for those on the list & sending hugs & cyber chocolate to those who didn't make it in this year. 🍫 Keep working and putting yourself out there & I know your YES will come. mindyalyseweiss.com/...
- The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train starts NOW & lasts all of April 17-19 EDT 🚂Write a new PB draft 🚂Shout 'DONE' on this post 🚂Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc: tinyurl.com/Critique... 🚂CELEBRATE! 🎉 🚂FAQ: tinyurl.com/Critique... Good luck ✨✨
- Reposted by Mindy Alyse WeissThis weekend reminded how much I truly adore speaking with writers. So if you're looking for an agent for a writers conference, please keep me in mind. I love them so much! (I do require my expenses to be covered and payment. I can't pay to work or take days off my work for free)
- #PBParty honorable mentions update: I've received lots of messages/e-mails asking when honorable mentions will be announced. I'm hoping to get them up by the end of next week, but might need a bit longer. I'll explain more in the PBParty Participants Facebook group. :)
- I had the best time with my younger daughter and grandpuppy. I miss them so much already. Can't wait to see them again at the end of the month. I'm counting the days! And OMG--he is so cute, cuddly, kissy and could play 24/7.
- Hey #kidlit illustrators! I'm looking for an artist to work on a picture book who can capture both the grandeur of vast arctic landscapes AND the intimacy of a family's story peppered with wildlife. Share samples below. Please no DMs. Agents feel free to email. 💙❤️ #artshare #art #illustration
- An awesome member of my online PB critique group and agent-sibling just joined BlueSky. I hope you'll say hi and follow @julieaugensen.bsky.social. Maybe she'll entertain us with photos of her adorable cats and the amazing crafts she creates. So happy to see you here, Julie! 💖
- Yay! What a talented region. 🎉🎉🎉 I'm so glad 3 of your members are in the #PBParty Showcase. :)
- SCBWI: Ohio North has 2 members in this finalist showcase. 👀 #kidlitart 🎨
- Wahooooo! Fingers and toes crossed for you, @staceybyer.bsky.social. You've put in so much time, heart & effort to help judge the #PBParty contest. I hope it will be your turn to celebrate great news soon.
- 🎉 Thrilled about all the #PBParty agent and editor requests the participants received! 🎉 I'm about to go back on submission.
- It's #PBParty Celebration Sunday! What has you happy dancing? 🎉I'm so excited for all the PBParty showcase requests. So many agent offers are coming in, too! Fingers and toes crossed for lots of magical matches this year. 🎉Editor feedback that will make a HUGE difference!
- Last chance to check out the 2025 #PBParty Showcase! Agents, editors & ADs browse the 55 finalists & Illustration Showcase & request in the comments. mindyalyseweiss.com/... Here's a sneak peek at the 10 author/illustrator finalists! #agents #editors #kidlit
- Have you checked out the 2025 #PBParty Illustration Showcase? The talent is AMAZING! Everyone is welcome to browse. Agents, editors & ADs request more from author/illustrators by number at the bottom of the post. mindyalyseweiss.com/... Hurry! The showcase closes Sunday.
- The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train starts NOW & lasts all of March 20–22 EDT 🚂Write a new PB draft 🚂Shout 'DONE' on this post 🚂Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc: tinyurl.com/Critique... 🚂CELEBRATE! 🎉 🚂FAQ: tinyurl.com/Critique... Good luck ✨✨
- Reposted by Mindy Alyse WeissKidlit people. I need laugh-out-loud funny picture books pubished in 2024 or so far in 2025. What'cha got for me? #scbwi #megakidlit #kidlit #picturebooks
- It's #PBParty Celebration Sunday! What has you happy dancing this week? 🎉We have our first 2025 PBParty success. Wahooooo! 🎉The showcase has been extended a week to give agents & editors more time. 🎉I received awesome feedback & can't wait to dive into PB revisions soon.
- Reposted by Mindy Alyse Weiss#kidlit friends, what are some of your favorite picture book page turns? I'm teaching a class tonight and would love some additional examples.
- Everyone is welcome to browse the amazing #PBParty finalists! Comments are only for agent, editor & AD requests. We had 199 requests the first day. Last night, we had 310. Wahooooo! We'd love to have even more requests for our talented finalists. 💗 mindyalyseweiss.com/pbparty-2025...
- Does anyone want to guess how many agent/editor/AD requests the #PBParty finalists/Illustration Showcase received on Monday (opening day)? What do you think of everything? Going through the showcase is like taking a PB Masterclass. Happy reading! mindyalyseweiss.com/...
- The #PBParty agent/editor/AD showcase opened early this morning and requests are flying! With 55 finalists and 20 in the Illustration Showcase, we'd love to have even more participate. Everyone may read them & cheer online, but comments are only for requests. mindyalyseweiss.com/pbparty-2025...
- The 2025 PBParty Agent/Editor Showcase is open & requests are already coming in. Wahoooo! I can't wait for you to see these amazing entries. Comments are only for requests, but you're welcome to gush about ones you love on social media. Happy reading! mindyalyseweiss.com/...
- It's #PBParty Celebration Sunday! What has you happy dancing this week? 🎉The Illustration Showcase is DONE & I'm working my way through formatting the 55 finalists. I can't wait to share them with you tomorrow. 💖 🎉I'm enjoying all the cuddles & play with my grandkitties.
- Fill in your answer, #PBParty! I am a WINNER because... 🎉Create a graphic for it 🎉Shout it out, loud and proud 🎉Put it near your desk, laptop, or studio 🎉CELEBRATE! 🌟I'm a winner because I read so many amazing #PBParty entries that I hope will be out in the world soon!
- I want everyone to feel like a winner from our #PBParty discussions. Please share great conferences, workshops, classes, mentorships & other awesome events for PB writers & author/illustrators so more creatives can discover them. @pbrisingstars.bsky.social mentorship applications are open NOW!
- The list of 2025 #PBParty finalists is live! I'm cheering for the finalists and sending tons and tons of hugs to those who didn't make it in this time. (((Hugs))) Huge thanks to all the amazing judges - they put so many hours into this contest. 💖 mindyalyseweiss.com/...
- The #PBParty finalists will be announced soon. Wahoooo! Congrats to them...& everyone who entered. You worked hard on your entry & sent new hope out. That makes you a winner! If a 'no' gets you down, what helps take the sting away so you can dive back into PBs? 1/2
- Whenever I have a writing disappointment, I always look for new hope. A great workshop, contest, mentorship, class, or editor critique. It makes me feel like I'm taking a step in the right direction and motivates and inspires me. Check out the @pbrisingstars.bsky.social mentorship! #PBParty 2/2
- How do you celebrate good news, #PBParty? 🌟Publishing can be a long journey. It helps to celebrate good news along the way - not just big things like signing with an agent or selling a book. Celebrate... *Writing a new draft *An 'aha' moment 1/2
- Celebrate... *Contest win/honorable mention *Shiny new ideas *Champagne rejections *Polishing a ms. *Sharpening your writing/illus craft *New kidlit connections *Good reviews *Awards *Putting yourself out there *Not giving up Celebrate, celebrate, celebrate! 🎉🎉🎉 2/2
- What do you wish you knew when you first started writing or illustrating #PBParty? 🌟That my manuscripts didn't have to be super-strong before attending conferences. Attending makes such a HUGE difference. 🌟I wish I discovered the amazing, supportive kidlit community sooner.
