Author: heathercmorris
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First Stories…with Rachel Funez
Welcome back, dear readers! Warm wishes for a very merry holiday season. This truly is the season for warm mugs, snuggly slippers, and roaring fires. I hope that you’ll stir up a pot of coffee or hot chocolate or cider, cuddle under a blanket, and settle in for a great First Stories interview with one…
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The Christmas House
I wrote this little story for Susanna Leonard Hill’s amazing Holiday Contest. It’s the 13th year she’s been hosting this fun event – thank you Susanna! It was wonderful to play with the theme, which was a COUNTDOWN. The entries could only be 250 words, but had to appeal to kids ages 12 and under,…
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First Stories with Lynne Marie!
Welcome back, First Stories readers! In this season of giving thanks, I’d like to say thank you to each and every one of you for spending some time with me and my stellar author guests. Today, you’re in for a super special treat, because I am delighted to be chatting with Lynne Marie, the founder…
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Building Relationships with Editors
I gave this presentation as part of the SCBWI Southern Breeze Middle Grade Intensive on Nov. 3-5, 2023 at Gulf Shores Lodge in Gulf Shores, Alabama. The setting was inspiring and the attendees engaged – overall an amazing conference! I hope you find it helpful as you continue on your writing journeys. View my charts…
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First Stories…Featuring Kelly Rice Schmitt!
Welcome back to another edition of First Stories! Today, I’m delighted to welcome Kelly Rice Schmitt, who’s delightful picture book I SHIP! (Millbrook Press) launches into the world on October 3! Kelly Rice Schmitt is a mom who writes STEAM books for kids of all ages! She loves getting small humans excited about BIG ideas.…
Heather C. Morris 