In this episode, host Christy Yaros and guest Sara Gentry dive into the vital role of community for KidLit writers. They explore various types of writing communities, from large organizations like SCBWI to intimate critique groups, and discuss how to choose the right community for your needs. Christy and Sarah share valuable tips on balancing free and paid resources, the benefits of connecting with fellow writers, and how community support can enhance your writing journey. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this episode offers practical advice on finding your people in the world of children's literature and reminds listeners that in the sometimes solitary world of writing, you're never truly alone.
Follow us on Instagram and X/Twitter: <a href='https://instagram.com/coachingkidlit'>@CoachingKidLit</a>
For more information about Sharon Skinner, visit <a href='https://bookcoachingbysharon.com/'>bookcoachingbysharon.com</a> or follow her on Instagram <a href='https://www.instagram.com/sharonskinner_author_bookcoach/'>@sharon_skinner_author_bookcoach</a> and X/Twitter <a href='https://twitter.com/SharonSkinner56'>@SharonSkinner56</a>.
For more information about Christy Yaros, visit <a href='https://christyyaros.com/'>christyyaros.com</a> or follow her on <a href='https://instagram.com/christyyaros'>Instagram</a> and X/<a href='https://twitter.com/christyyaros'>Twitter</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/christyyaros'>@ChristyYaros</a>.
You can find Sara Gentry at <a href='http://solutionsforwriters.com/'>solutionsforwriters.com</a> or connect with her on Instagram, Threads, and X @writewithsara.

In this episode, host Christy Yaros and guest Sara Gentry dive into the vital role of community for KidLit writers. They explore various types of writing communities, from large organizations like SCBWI to intimate critique groups, and discuss how to choose the right community for your needs. Christy and Sarah share valuable tips on balancing free and paid resources, the benefits of connecting with fellow writers, and how community support can enhance your writing journey. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this episode offers practical advice on finding your people in the world of children's literature and reminds listeners that in the sometimes solitary world of writing, you're never truly alone. Follow us on Instagram and X/Twitter: @CoachingKidLit For more information about Sharon Skinner, visit bookcoachingbysharon.com or follow her on Instagram @sharon_skinner_author_bookcoach and X/Twitter @SharonSkinner56. For more information about Christy Yaros, visit christyyaros.com or follow her on Instagram and X/Twitter @ChristyYaros. You can find Sara Gentry at solutionsforwriters.com or connect with her on Instagram, Threads, and X @writewithsara.

In this episode, host Christy Yaros and guest Sara Gentry dive into the vital role of community for KidLit writers. They explore various types of writing communities, from large organizations like SCBWI to intimate critique groups, and discuss how to choose the right community for your needs. Christy and Sarah share valuable tips on balancing free and paid resources, the benefits of connecting with fellow writers, and how community support can enhance your writing journey. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this episode offers practical advice on finding your people in the world of children's literature and reminds listeners that in the sometimes solitary world of writing, you're never truly alone.
Follow us on Instagram and X/Twitter: <a href="https://instagram.com/coachingkidlit" rel="noopener noreferrer">@CoachingKidLit</a>
For more information about Sharon Skinner, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://bookcoachingbysharon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">bookcoachingbysharon.com</a>&nbsp;or follow her on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sharonskinner_author_bookcoach/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@sharon_skinner_author_bookcoach</a> and X/Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/SharonSkinner56" rel="noopener noreferrer">@SharonSkinner56</a>.
For more information about Christy Yaros, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://christyyaros.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">christyyaros.com</a>&nbsp;or follow her on <a href="https://instagram.com/christyyaros" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> and X/<a href="https://twitter.com/christyyaros" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/christyyaros" rel="noopener noreferrer">@ChristyYaros</a>.
You can find Sara Gentry at <a href="http://solutionsforwriters.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">solutionsforwriters.com</a> or connect with her on Instagram, Threads, and X @writewithsara.

Episode 34: The Value of Community for KidLit Writers with Guest Sara Gentry

A podcast about writing and publishing good KidLit, hosted by Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach Sharon Skinner.
Talking about the craft of writing children‘s books.

A NOTE TO OUR LISTENERS:
Christy Yaros, co-founder of the Coaching KidLit podcast, has stepped away to focus her time and energy on other exciting opportunities. I’m deeply grateful for the insight, heart, and dedication she brought to building this podcast and supporting the KidLit community.
As we move forward, I’ll be continuing the podcast solo—welcoming a range of guests to share their expertise and inspiration for writers creating stories for kids and teens. I’m excited to carry on the mission we started together and to keep supporting you on your KidLit journey.
—Sharon Skinner

Sharon Skinner is a book coach, editor, and author who helps writers craft stories that connect deeply with readers. With a passion for both story structure and heart, she brings decades of experience to coaching writers across genres and age categories, from picture books to adult. As the host of the Coaching KidLit podcast, Sharon continues its mission to inform, inspire, and support KidLit creators at every stage of the journey.

At Coaching KidLit, we’re committed to inclusion. We believe stories are richer and more resonant when they reflect a wide range of lived experiences. That includes voices from the LGBTQIA+ community, Native and Indigenous peoples, people of color, people with disabilities, neurodivergent creators, and those from diverse cultural, religious, and gender backgrounds.
 We also understand disability through a broad lens, and we align with the social model of disability, which focuses on removing barriers—not "fixing" individuals.
 Bottom line? Everyone deserves to be seen and heard. And we're here to support stories that make that happen.

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A podcast about writing and publishing good KidLit, hosted by Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach Sharon Skinner. Talking about the craft of writing children‘s books. A NOTE TO OUR LISTENERS: Christy Yaros, co-founder of the Coaching KidLit podcast, has stepped away to focus her time and energy on other exciting opportunities. I’m deeply grateful for the insight, heart, and dedication she brought to building this podcast and supporting the KidLit community. As we move forward, I’ll be continuing the podcast solo—welcoming a range of guests to share their expertise and inspiration for writers creating stories for kids and teens. I’m excited to carry on the mission we started together and to keep supporting you on your KidLit journey. —Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is a book coach, editor, and author who helps writers craft stories that connect deeply with readers. With a passion for both story structure and heart, she brings decades of experience to coaching writers across genres and age categories, from picture books to adult. As the host of the Coaching KidLit podcast, Sharon continues its mission to inform, inspire, and support KidLit creators at every stage of the journey. At Coaching KidLit, we’re committed to inclusion.We believe stories are richer and more resonant when they reflect a wide range of lived experiences. That includes voices from the LGBTQIA+ community, Native and Indigenous peoples, people of color, people with disabilities, neurodivergent creators, and those from diverse cultural, religious, and gender backgrounds. We also understand disability through a broad lens, and we align with the social model of disability, which focuses on removing barriers—not "fixing" individuals. Bottom line? Everyone deserves to be seen and heard. And we're here to support stories that make that happen.

A podcast about writing and publishing good KidLit, hosted by Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach Sharon Skinner.
Talking about the craft of writing children‘s books.

A NOTE TO OUR LISTENERS:
Christy Yaros, co-founder of the Coaching KidLit podcast, has stepped away to focus her time and energy on other exciting opportunities. I’m deeply grateful for the insight, heart, and dedication she brought to building this podcast and supporting the KidLit community.
As we move forward, I’ll be continuing the podcast solo—welcoming a range of guests to share their expertise and inspiration for writers creating stories for kids and teens. I’m excited to carry on the mission we started together and to keep supporting you on your KidLit journey.
—Sharon Skinner

Sharon Skinner&nbsp;is a book coach, editor, and author who helps writers craft stories that connect deeply with readers. With a passion for both story structure and heart, she brings decades of experience to coaching writers across genres and age categories, from picture books to adult. As the host of the Coaching KidLit podcast, Sharon continues its mission to inform, inspire, and support KidLit creators at every stage of the journey.

At Coaching KidLit, we’re committed to inclusion. We believe stories are richer and more resonant when they reflect a wide range of lived experiences. That includes voices from the LGBTQIA+ community, Native and Indigenous peoples, people of color, people with disabilities, neurodivergent creators, and those from diverse cultural, religious, and gender backgrounds.
&nbsp;We also understand disability through a broad lens, and we align with the social model of disability, which focuses on removing barriers—not "fixing" individuals.
&nbsp;Bottom line? Everyone deserves to be seen and heard. And we're here to support stories that make that happen.

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