tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post3512259412542355849..comments2024-03-14T21:15:11.005-04:00Comments on Nonfiction Fest: When the Line Between Truth and Fiction BlursUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger202125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-39707371204926319642020-03-02T18:32:24.429-05:002020-03-02T18:32:24.429-05:00Every book project is full of unexpected treasure....Every book project is full of unexpected treasure. It's up to us to find it! Thanks, Stephanie. <br /><br />KellyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100897711460793760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-61322266436753575132020-03-02T18:25:06.701-05:002020-03-02T18:25:06.701-05:00I love that about cryptozoology too, Stephanie. I ...I love that about cryptozoology too, Stephanie. I love that about all nonfiction projects. Surprises are a big part of the job, and that's inspiring! <br /><br />KellyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100897711460793760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-87278156714803348832020-03-02T18:24:08.158-05:002020-03-02T18:24:08.158-05:00Do we ever, Susan...regardless of political affili...Do we ever, Susan...regardless of political affiliations. Critical thinking and civics--long forgotten studies, but so in need of revival. <br /><br />KelyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100897711460793760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-67440909038413265612020-03-02T18:23:07.398-05:002020-03-02T18:23:07.398-05:00Debra, I want Nessie to be real SO BADLY, but I...Debra, I want Nessie to be real SO BADLY, but I'm still undecided. Here's to watching for more information! <br /><br />KellyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100897711460793760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-19937771172935271352020-03-02T18:22:14.527-05:002020-03-02T18:22:14.527-05:00So are grown-ups, if they're honest. :)
Kelly...So are grown-ups, if they're honest. :)<br /><br />KellyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100897711460793760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-34979666427150347382020-03-02T18:21:41.097-05:002020-03-02T18:21:41.097-05:00Respect is everything, isn't it Gloria. That ...Respect is everything, isn't it Gloria. That and love, and the two are like hands intertwined. <br /><br />KellyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100897711460793760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-5485514618072061742020-03-02T18:20:45.972-05:002020-03-02T18:20:45.972-05:00Thanks, Jennifer. If you do it right, every book p...Thanks, Jennifer. If you do it right, every book project is a challenge, but that's why kids love the finished products. The effort shows. <br /><br />KellyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100897711460793760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-91374480054121675952020-03-02T18:19:57.602-05:002020-03-02T18:19:57.602-05:00PS This blog host is making me do up to seven &qu...PS This blog host is making me do up to seven "security" tests to prove I'm a real person and I'm really tired of tagging stoplights and crosswalks, buses and bicycles. So for the rest of these responses, I'll just LOOK "unknown" but I'll sign my name. It's still me, I promise. <br /><br />Kelly Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100897711460793760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-45490864045521915142020-03-02T18:17:50.963-05:002020-03-02T18:17:50.963-05:00Nonfiction is a big tent field. Almost anything yo...Nonfiction is a big tent field. Almost anything you find fascinating can be written up for young readers. And the real magic is this. Almost anything you're asked to write about turns out to be amazing. It's our job to find the magic in every subject. So whatever you love, you can share with kids. Thanks, Julie. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100897711460793760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-51719051298202869922020-03-02T18:15:56.192-05:002020-03-02T18:15:56.192-05:00Thanks for taking the time to read the blog, Charl...Thanks for taking the time to read the blog, Charlotte. Here's to serving the kids well. Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-51320945062685805542020-03-02T17:46:20.815-05:002020-03-02T17:46:20.815-05:00It's the biggest flag I have, Roberta. I'l...It's the biggest flag I have, Roberta. I'll do my best! Thanks for your kind words. Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-64101209826639422672020-03-02T17:39:59.072-05:002020-03-02T17:39:59.072-05:00Thanks, Kimberly--a great writer yourself. Here...Thanks, Kimberly--a great writer yourself. Here's to new horizons as long as we want them.Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-24493116598415821882020-03-02T17:37:09.014-05:002020-03-02T17:37:09.014-05:00Thank YOU, Susan, for stopping by. :)Thank YOU, Susan, for stopping by. :)Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-51848821225474753292020-03-02T17:35:08.269-05:002020-03-02T17:35:08.269-05:00Thanks, Melissa...for your comments and for teachi...Thanks, Melissa...for your comments and for teaching our kids. I do give great school visits, but what you did was wizardry! May it bring magic to your books, too. Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-83054699960916472182020-03-02T17:32:17.772-05:002020-03-02T17:32:17.772-05:00Thanks, Elizabeth. So much in life remains uncerta...Thanks, Elizabeth. So much in life remains uncertain. Seems logical to help kids sort those things out, along with the hard facts. And even hard facts can shift. We once thought sauropod dinosaurs lived in bodies of water to accommodate their weight. Evidence is our friend, regardless of age. Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-68496676906638845332020-03-02T17:27:40.867-05:002020-03-02T17:27:40.867-05:00Kids spend so much of their lives drenched in disr...Kids spend so much of their lives drenched in disrespect. I love that we can lighten that load through our work. Thanks, Lisa! Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-83145098591192179372020-03-02T17:25:16.702-05:002020-03-02T17:25:16.702-05:00Isn't that part of why we love them? Hugs.Isn't that part of why we love them? Hugs. Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-68801164981333117492020-03-02T17:23:07.826-05:002020-03-02T17:23:07.826-05:00Exactly, Nicki. Never forget your inner child. Th...Exactly, Nicki. Never forget your inner child. That kid will guide you well. Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-78063895326589313272020-03-02T17:20:50.147-05:002020-03-02T17:20:50.147-05:00Deborah, I've written about chupacabras, of co...Deborah, I've written about chupacabras, of course. I love them. But I've yet to see one and I'm leaning toward thinking they are not real. But I don't have proof, so until I do, it remains a favorite mystery. Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-2177553819570193052020-03-02T17:17:42.334-05:002020-03-02T17:17:42.334-05:00Thank you for stopping by, Lynne. Thank you for stopping by, Lynne. Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-12710236587727382892020-03-02T17:15:24.478-05:002020-03-02T17:15:24.478-05:00Me too, Jeanette. I loved writing ALIEN INVESTIGAT...Me too, Jeanette. I loved writing ALIEN INVESTIGATION. I even went to the MUFON conference to do research and line up interviews. So much fun. Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-44425205635566816592020-03-02T17:12:44.130-05:002020-03-02T17:12:44.130-05:00Thanks, Karen. Aren't we lucky to have this ca...Thanks, Karen. Aren't we lucky to have this calling? Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-44900229334516923712020-03-02T17:09:10.080-05:002020-03-02T17:09:10.080-05:00Wrong button again, dagnabit! Wrong button again, dagnabit! Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-29754239658627576752020-03-02T17:06:53.528-05:002020-03-02T17:06:53.528-05:00You're most welcome, Jill.You're most welcome, Jill. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100897711460793760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732524910949814811.post-65716834951330925442020-03-02T17:06:13.726-05:002020-03-02T17:06:13.726-05:00And it's our job to BE trustWORTHY. Thanks, Te...And it's our job to BE trustWORTHY. Thanks, Teresa. Kelly Milner Hallshttp://www.wondersofweird.comnoreply@blogger.com