Listen Up!
Excited to announce that an audiobook of Two Friends, One Dog, and a Very Unusual Week is now available! I must be honest and say I have not yet listened. I’m a little nervous to do so….I have a very clear voice for Rani and Emily in my head, and it’s always disconcerting when a narrator (however talented) diverges from what I’ve been hearing for years.
But I will dive in soon and listen and appreciate…and I invite all of you to do so as well!
Oldest Ever
In doing some research for the upcoming Save the…Turtles! I have discovered that the oldest living land animal is a Seychelles giant tortoise named Jonathan, estimated to be 190 years old and with a decent chance of making it to his second century.
My editor, naturally, wanted to know if there were any marine animals that are as old or older. Yes. Including one Quahog clam who is 500.
I cannot imagine anything more boring than being a clam for 500 years.
Read MoreTeen Librarian Toolbox
I’m so flattered to be asked to write a guest post about Two Friends, One Dog, and a Very Unusual Week for School Library Journal’s Teen Librarian Toolbox. Thanks, SLJ!
Read MoreHappy Book Birthday to Two Friends!
Two Friends, One Dog, and a Very Unusual Week is in stores and on shelves today. Happy birthday to Emily and Rani, two friends who learn what rules are for–and how to break them.
Read MoreWombat In the World
I had a wonderful, lively visit at the George Mitchell School in Waterville, Maine, with a talk about Wombat Underground. The audience was great and I got the best question during the Q&A: “Why do wombats poop in cubes?” Being prepared to talk about poop with a straight face is an essential skill for a children’s book author.
Read MoreKnow What’s Next
Writing Tip for today: Never stop writing for the day at a spot where you don’t know what will happen next. This will leave you stranded the next morning, sitting at your desk and staring at your paper.
Always know at least what the next sentence will be. Preferably the next paragraph or two. By then your brain will hopefully understand what it’s supposed to be doing and supply paragraphs three, four, and so on.
Read MoreA Wombat To Enjoy
I’m busy updating the website (do check out new pages for Wombat Underground; Brown Is Warm, Black Is Bright; and A Pandemic Is Worldwide), so no super-exciting post today…but do enjoy this picture of a wombat, which I hope will brighten your day.
Sarah L. Thomson
A children’s book author publishing award-winning nonfiction, poetry, picture books and novels including…
“Thomson focuses on newfound connection, magic, and suspense to conjure a fast-paced, heartwarming mystery. Thomson’s world is populated by resourceful protagonists, fanciful creatures, and quirky supporting characters.”
—Publishers Weekly