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Thursday, September 5, 2013 6:07:25 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled Have you heard my latest news?:
Linda Joy said, "I have picture book sketches!Who would have thought that after 2 decades as a YA/MG author, I'm going to have a picture book published? I can hardly believe it myself. Of course, it's not like I haven't been learning EVERYTHING about picture books..." more
Monday, January 21, 2013 10:33:57 AM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled Musings:
Linda Joy said, "The year is almost over, and with my husband retiring early, 2012 has been a wonderful new adventure. We took many trips, near and far, that weren't possible when he had hours of commuting and out of town work. He missed lots of time with our kids..." more
Monday, January 21, 2013 10:33:56 AM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled You don't want to miss Jo's post:
Linda Joy said, "Live your life is the message of jbknowles amazing writer's post today.http://jbknowles.livejournal.com/468705.html?view=8541921#t8541921http://jbknowles.livejournal.com/468705.html?view=8541921#t8541921"
Wednesday, December 5, 2012 12:13:02 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled Career Builder & Giveaway: Linda Joy Singleton:
Linda Joy said, "Originally posted by cynleitichsmith at Career Builder & Giveaway: Linda Joy SingletonBy Cynthia Leitich Smithfor CynsationsLinda Joy Singleton on Linda Joy Singleton: "As a kid, I was always writing. During a two-week school vacation, when..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 7:36:56 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled A new life in French Canada for my books!
Friday, September 28, 2012 7:52:07 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled My Fav Mystery Series and Fav Author:
Linda Joy said, "How many readers can say that they've co-written a book with their favorite author?I can. When I was around 8 years old I discovered the delicious mysteries of vintage girl detectives - Nancy Drew, Ginny Gordon, Trixie Belden, Judy..." more
Saturday, September 22, 2012 1:47:17 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled A Young Writer Just Asked Me For Writing Advice and...:
Linda Joy said, "A young writer just asked me for writing advice and here's what I wrote back.* Read a lot of books that you admire and study skills like dialogue, transitions, layering of details in each scene, pacing, etc. Notice whenever you read something..." more
Friday, September 21, 2012 6:18:34 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled A NEW BOOK SALE!!!! IN A NEW GENRE FOR ME!:
Linda Joy said, "From Publisher's Marketplace:.September 20, 2012 Children's:Picture book Linda Joy Singleton's SNOW DOG, SAND DOG, in which a a girl's imagination does not stop her from loving a dog, well actually 4 dogs, of her very own,..." more
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 12:31:57 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled lindajsingleton @ 2012-08-08T08:30:00:
Linda Joy said, "SPEAKER NOTES FROM AUGUST 2012 SCBWI CONFERENCE.This was my 21st SCBWI LA Conference & and the organization's 41stI took my notes on my iPad, which is soooo convenient. Love this device! Lin Oliver says there are 1,234 attendees;..." more
Sunday, July 22, 2012 9:40:32 AM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled GOTH GIRL #2. CHAPTER 3:
Linda Joy said, "Because I promised, here's the next chapter. I don't know how far I'll go with this, so you'll have to let me know if you want more.CHAPTER THREEWhile Jay crosses the street, chillin’ like he’s out for a casual stroll,..." more
Saturday, July 21, 2012 10:18:39 AM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled GOTH GIRL #2. CHAPTER 2:
Linda Joy said, "As requested, I'll add another chapter of the 2nd GOTH GIRL book. This book isn't contracted so may never be published but sometimes it's nice to just write for fun. Besides I'm in a waiting mode, not sure what to start next and..." more
Friday, July 20, 2012 11:02:16 AM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled GOTH GIRL MYSTERY #2: REAPER (spin-off of THE SEER):
Linda Joy said, "Just for fun I started writing a 2nd GOTH GIRL MYSTERY since BURIED came out a few months ago and I'm in a waiting mode for my career right now. So time for fun, huh? If you liked THE SEER's character Thorn, you should enjoy the following..." more
Thursday, July 19, 2012 5:28:14 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled If you loved Katniss, you'll love Ellie...Australia's kick-ass heroine:
Linda Joy said, "Years ago I read a thin paperback called TOMORROW, WHEN THE WAR BEGINS by an author I'd never heard of before, John Marsden. Something about this book intrigued me, and I've always loved reading about Australia. So I started reading...and..." more
Tuesday, June 26, 2012 8:05:20 AM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled BOOKS I GOT AT ALA and more...:
Linda Joy said, "When I go to writing events, the most fun for me is talking to people who love books like I do. At ALA I was able to talk to so many amazing readers.BEST CONFERENCE MOMENT: While in Marlene Perez's line, I noticed two teens in front of me. The..." more
Wednesday, June 20, 2012 9:58:44 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled To blog or not to blog:
Linda Joy said, "Another writer said that LJ has become a ghost town, and that is sadly true. But I will still post here occasionally and go through the posts of my friends. Several years ago I attended a retreat that was amazing because of friendships on..." more
Thursday, June 7, 2012 8:32:22 AM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled That terrifying terrific editorial letter!:
Linda Joy said, "It's true what writers say -- good writing is rewriting. Still when a writer receives a challenging editorial letter, there's some anxiety. But there's also an exhileration akin to climbing into a amusement ride seat, strapping..." more
Sunday, April 22, 2012 2:28:09 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled Editors, agents and amazing writers! Sharing Conference Notes...Enjoy!:
Linda Joy said, "SCBWI SPRING SPIRIT CONFERENCE in Rocklin, California 4-21-12I gave a synopsis-template talk with over 80 people signed up to attend, and it went great! Everyone seemed to love my 4-step template for writing a one-page synopsis. I won't post it..." more
Thursday, April 12, 2012 5:06:32 PM
Linda Joy Singleton added Buried: A Goth Girl Mystery (The Goth Girl Mysteries) to her Bookshelf
Linda Joy said, "BURIED: A Goth Girl Mystery is a spin-off from THE SEER series, following Thorn as she moves to a conversative school, falls for a mysterious vigilante and discovers a grave."
Monday, April 9, 2012 1:29:59 AM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled Monday Chat:
Linda Joy said, "Anyone used to attend Verla Kay's chats?Well one night a week they're coming back. Go thru at www.verlakay.com and look for chat link.Monday nights at 6 Pacific/9 Eastern.If you remember Kia and Lyra, I especially hope you'll stop by. The room is..." more
Monday, April 2, 2012 2:48:00 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled Sharing about Left Coast Crime Conference:
Linda Joy said, "Left Coast Crime, a mystery conference for fans and writes, was held in Sacramento this year.Even though it's close to my home, conferencing is best when you stay at the hotel, too, so I shared a room with my mom, who knows the mystery genre..." more
Thursday, March 22, 2012 9:51:15 AM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled From 4 books to a spin-off...:
Linda Joy said, "When I finished writing the 4th THE SEER, SWORD PLAY, I was told there wouldn't be a 5th.I got this call on my cell while taking a walk by a lake, and I still rememberhaving walked a mile and being out of breath but feeling really good. Thenmy..." more
Monday, March 12, 2012 4:04:06 PM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled BUIRED in mystery:
Linda Joy said, "When THE SEER series ended I missed writing about Sabine, Thorn, Penny-Love and the other characters. So I was thrilled to write a spin-off with Goth Girl Thorn, who has a minister for a mother and an independent, thrill-seeking spirit. I wanted to..." more
Saturday, March 3, 2012 9:38:28 AM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled Waking up at SCBWI writing conference retreat....:
Linda Joy said, "HiI'm waking up for my 2nd day at Asilomar, a conference facility by the ocean near Monterey, and I'm looking forward to my second day of SCBWI conferencing. There are editors, agents and lots of wonderful writers here. It's so enjoyable to have..." more
Saturday, February 25, 2012 7:26:45 AM
Linda Joy Singleton wrote a blog post titled BURIED-A GOTH GIRL MYSTERY Facts:
Linda Joy said, "Buried facts:1. BURIED sold to Flux with the title The Finder, which the publisher didn't feel was strong enough. Ironically a tv series recently came out with that title. I pushed to add the "mystery" title so it's clear this is more Nancy Drew..." more
Tuesday, January 20, 2015 11:45:56 AM
Linda Joy Singleton added a Book Trailer Video