Overcooked Ideas and Writing to Learn What You Want to Know with Author Jessica Speer

Please welcome author Jessica Speer to this episode of Getting to the Heart of Why We Write! Jessica is such a phenomenal human and I’ve enjoyed every time our paths have crossed in SCBWI events, seeing her present at panels and conferences.  If you ever get the chance, sign up for one of her classes or presentations. Highly highly recommend!💯💯💯💯 Some Highlights: Where we learn our relationship skills and how fiction can shape them. Different ways the writing community can connect authors/illustrators/kidlit creators in the publishing world. When you’re out of ideas and “overcooked” and need to take a break.🍲 Writing is really learning. Yes, we’re all nerds!📚 Find other things outside of writing that bring you joy. That is how you keep doing it. How can you nurture yourself?🌱 We all need more fun, engaging self improvement activities. Find a critique group you love. It’s like dating! You’ve got to find the right dynamic.♥️ Links Mentioned🔗: Jessica’s website Jessica on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram The Phone Book on Bookshop, Amazon, and Barnes and Noble BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends): A Girl’s Guide to Happy Friendships on Bookshop, Amazon, and Barnes and Noble Middle School - Safety Goggles Advised on Familius, Amazon, and Barnes and Noble SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators) Book Recommendations📚: Look on The Bright Side by Lily Williams and Karen Schneemann Stay tuned for next week with author Ronni Diamondstein!