There are a lot of award badges in the book world. Some are familiar. Some are niche. The B.R.A.G. Medallion is one that’s worth understanding, because while it may look like a …
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There are a lot of milestones you imagine as a writer. Finishing the book. Holding it in your hands. Seeing it listed somewhere that doesn’t involve your own login details. …
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I have some wonderful news I’m keen to share: I can now call myself an award-winning author! The Potion Experiment has received a Bronze Award in the Young Readers (ages 8–12) category at the 2025 Reader …
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Writers often imagine their author inbox filling up with fan emails. Heartfelt notes from readers. Invitations from schools. Perhaps, if we’re feeling particularly optimistic, an email from Hollywood about adaptation …
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Just a couple of days before Christmas, I received an email about The Potion Experiment that felt like a magical moment from a Hallmark movie: a 5-star Reader Views review! Receiving a 5-star rating is …
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I am going to be part of a literary festival. I can’t quite believe I just typed that; I’m still in disbelief. I’ve volunteered at literary festivals and dreamed of …