Thank you to the Newburgh Library. I have my graphic novel for the weekend. Really looking forward to reading WE ARE BIG TIME by Hena Khan and Safiya Zerrougui.

This evening truly is appointment viewing. Thank you to the #DNCConvention2024 for bringing the hope. Thank you for bringing the joy. Thank you for celebrating kindness, empathy, family, and decency.

I I believe I believe that I believe that we I believe that we will I believe that we will win. I believe that we will win! #DNCConvention2024

Neurodivergent children and people… all their valid emotions of joy… will always have a space where they belong at their library ✨💚💛

Run The World (Girls)!! #DNCConvention2024

The fever is breaking. At last, the fever is starting to break. Do something.

It’s morning again in America. The fever is breaking. At long last, the ugly fever is breaking. Now do something. Do something.

Last month, I shared a post commemorating my coming out as gay. Each year, I acknowledge the occasion, and this year, it was particularly meaningful. If you missed my essay and have a few minutes, I hope you’ll take the time to read and perhaps share it. theauthorvillage.com/phil-bildner-h…

evan loves worf For what it's worth, that quote is from my poem "inappropriate dictators" in my memoir, Shout. Shout and my novel Speak (about a 13 yr old rape victim) are among the most frequently banned books in the USA. The irony of Musty posting it is bottomless.

Registration will open soon! If you want a head start, sign up for my workshop mailing list and you’ll get an early-bird email. Link in bio.

Do not be complacent. Do something.

An excellent “Do Something” for September and October: Show up at and speak out at a local school board meeting.

🏳️‍🌈Phil Bildner🏳️‍🌈 And HEAL Together offers a workshop for anyone who wants to know how. Their announcement literally says: "Are you ready to DO SOMETHING in your school district, joining other people who feel the same way from across the country?" Sign up for Sept 10. ⬇️ mobilize.us/raceforward/ev…

Narcissistic Collapse. This article is from 2022. It explains what we are witnessing in real time. He is growing increasingly dangerous and unhinged. We must relentlessly question his fitness for office. He is not well. He is deranged, and unmoored. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/unders…

Another excellent “Do Something” for September and October: Check to see that you’re actually registered to vote. Even if you *always* vote. Voters are being purged from rolls in a number of places. Then get other people to check to see that they’re registered. Do Something.

Listen you all - you're going to have to trust me but I'm in a webinar with the incredible Rebekah Cummings talking about reading. Trust me. Support a librarian running for office. This is POWERFUL. secure.actblue.com/donate/fr-libr…

Seven years! Seven years ago today, we launched The Author Village. For the last seven years, it’s been a joy coordinating appearances for and elevating the voices of book creators for young people, educators, and librarians. Here’s to many more!

There is no separation between Trump and Trump’s Project 2025. This evening, he’s speaking at Moms for Liberty’s ‘Joyful Warriors Summit ‘24.’ Moms for Liberty is on the Advisory Board for Project 2025. There is no separation between Trump and Trump’s Project 2025. None.

The next time you’re traveling and need to choose a hotel/hotel brand, here’s something to keep in mind: The JW Marriott is hosting the Moms for Liberty’s ‘Joyful Warriors Summit ‘24.’ The next time you’re traveling and need to choose a hotel/hotel brand, consider the options.

This weekend, I read the middle grade graphic novel WE ARE BIG TIME by Hena Khan and illustrated by Safiya Zerrougui. I’m in total agreement with the back-cover blurbs by Minh Lê, Christina Soontornvat - Updates only, Samira Ahmed updates, and Nidhi SURFIN SHARKS 🌊🦈. This graphic novel is not-to-be-missed!