I am a writer because of the SCBWI. I know I repeat this on a continual basis, but it is the most wonderful organization. Where else can you belong and the competition not only roots for your success, but also helps you to become even more successful. But the heart of it all is the spirit of children’s book writers. 
Forever 12, part of a gang of kids, all we want to do is have some fun. Here I am with the disco mermaids at the Jade ball in 2006. Eve Porinchack is in my writer's group. We all live in this goofy world of children’s literature.
Book to recommend: Montmorency, Thief, Liar and Gentleman by Eleanor Updale.
This is some fun YA. A convict in 18-century London learns manners, thievery and the art of disguise in prison. He is rescued from this drudgery by a well-meaning physician who had saved his life. He takes on a new role as gentleman and scholar as he keeps a double life as thief and servant. It is a rags to riches tale and you can’t help but cheer for this character.
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Oooh! Can I join? I'll bring cookies. And milk. We can wear pajamas.
Fun blog, Tina!
~Mary H.
Posted by: Mary Hanson | March 21, 2007 at 09:27 AM
Tina,
I love Forever 12! We should start a club! Maybe a treehouse?
Great photo of you guys!
Barbara
Posted by: Barbara Bietz | March 21, 2007 at 08:59 AM
Thanks for the shout, Tina!! Those were some good times. Can't wait until this year's conference.
Love love love your blog! So interesting, and your pics are wonderful (not just because you have one of me...HA!) I am proud to be a part of your gang of goofy, perpetual 12-year-olds...and to be your friend. You're the best!
xoxo
Eve
Posted by: Evie | March 19, 2007 at 12:11 PM