Author Archives: Jenny Lundquist

Seeing Cinderella and Funky Sock Giveaway!

Last week I took time off with my family for a “staycation.” Best. Decision. Ever. We spent the week drinking hot chocolate, ice skating (never doing that again), watching movies in our pajamas, and basically just getting the chance to … Continue reading

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Middle School Stages

Last week I sent the first draft of  Plastic Polly, my new book, off to my editor. (Wahoo!!!) Although this book is vastly different from Seeing Cinderella, it does have a pivotal scene where my main character finds herself standing … Continue reading

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My Secret Project

One of the most common pieces of writing advice I’ve heard (besides write what you know) is write what you read. Pick a genre. Stick to it. Build a brand. But for me, this has always posed a problem. I … Continue reading

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Why My Son Is Braver Than I Am

Not too long ago I was talking to my seven-year-old about a project he was making. It’s important to know that he is a really creative kid, and pretty much every day comes up with new science experiments or art … Continue reading

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Mama Writers and Guilt

Last week my younger son started Kindergarten. He did great–I, on the other hand, had to hide behind my sunglasses and try to wait until I got back to the car before losing it. But once I got over saying … Continue reading

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Enjoying the Moment

Recently I went on a walk with my younger son. He has been earning money this summer doing chores and extra homework (yes, I pay my kids to do extra homework), and he decided he wanted to spend some of … Continue reading

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ARC’s and Amazon!

Okay, I have a couple of quick updates: 1) Seeing Cinderella is available for preorder at Amazon! I literally shouted when I saw it, and the friend who had been talking to me on the phone about a completely unrelated … Continue reading

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Why I Write

Last week my “baby” graduated from preschool.  I passed another milestone last week as well: I’ve now been writing for five years. Both events got me to thinking. I always liked writing when I was a child, but I never … Continue reading

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Seeing Cinderella Cover Reveal!

After waiting forever, I can finally reveal the cover of SEEING CINDERELLA!  What do you think? I love it! Everything about it reminds me of Callie, my main character. It has sparkles, and glass slippers, and socks that I wish … Continue reading

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Meet Grandma Crankypants!

I’ve always enjoyed reading stories to my children, but recently I’ve become interested in learning how to tell my own. You’d think as a writer, this would come naturally to me. But, no, definitely not. All that means is that … Continue reading

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