We are a three-state region of nearly 600 members, with the vast majority living in Maryland. Our annual conference — a one-and-a-half-day in March — is held in centrally located Frederick, Maryland. We do several other events, often aimed at specific sub-groups.Our regional advisors:
Kathy MacMillan
Sue PoduskaOur blogging team:
Laura Bowers, blog coordinator
Susan Mannix-
Author Archives: Susan Mannix
The Merry Month of May!
Happy Wednesday! May is here! Time for some literary merriment and whatnot. Create more what? More middle grade novels, of course! The best way to do that is by partaking in the wild and crazy May Mid-Grade Madness! That meme … Continue reading
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It’s Springtime!
Hello friends! Spring is finally here and all I have to say is… I know I’m overreacting: we barely got a lick of snow this winter. No matter. There’s nothing like seeing the flowers blossom and fields transition from brown … Continue reading
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Color Wonder: Hooray for Spring! Book Release
Hello friends! We are having picture-perfect Spring weather, aren’t we? How appropriate that we are celebrating the latest book release by area member Chiêu Anh Urban! Get ready for an inventively visual experience that allows readers to mix and match … Continue reading
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It’s Here: From Dreaming to Doing!
Happy almost Conference Day! Seems like yesterday we were opening registration and rolling out the first of our faculty interviews. I’m so excited for all of the attendees, because each of you are on your unique journey that I hope … Continue reading
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Keynote Speaker Spotlight on Bruce Coville: From Dreaming to Doing
Hey Folks! From Dreaming to Doing is just two days away! Are you pumped? You better be with our amazing Keynote Speaker, Bruce Coville! Mr. Coville has published over 100 books for children and young adults, including the international bestseller My Teacher … Continue reading
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Coffee and Conversation with Julie Dietzel-Glair: From Dreaming to Doing
Happy Friday! We’re wrapping up this week with another From Dreaming to Doing faculty interview. Please welcome Julie Dietzel-Glair to the Cyber Cafè! Julie is a Freelance Writer and Library Consultant. She is active in the Association for Library Service to Children and … Continue reading
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Coffee and Conversation with Mary Fan: From Dreaming to Doing Conference
Welcome to March! Not only is it the month that Spring returns (though it seems like it’s already here…can you believe this weather?), but it is also marks the return of our annual conference. Are you ready for From Dreaming … Continue reading
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Coffee and Conversation with Calef Brown: From Dreaming to Doing Conference
Happy Monday! We have less than three weeks to go until “From Dreaming to Doing.” I trust you’ve been enjoying our faculty interviews and there’s more to come! Here’s who we’ve had visit so far: Katy Kelly, author Andrea Morrison, Literary … Continue reading
Coffee and Conversation with Leila Sales: From Dreaming to Doing
Welcome, Friday! Weather forecasters are calling for a taste of spring this weekend. I hope you’ll get out and enjoy it, but not before you take time to learn about another amazing faculty member from our From Dreaming to Doing conference. I’m so … Continue reading
Coffee and Conversation with Laura Shovan: From Dreaming to Doing Conference
Happy blustery Monday! As we get closer to our From Dreaming to Doing Conference, which is just under a month away, we’re continuing with interviews of our amazing faculty members. I’m so happy to welcome fellow area member and Marylander, the … Continue reading
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