Caitlin Rose Writes

29/10/2024

Making Dino-riffic goody bags for tomorrow’s Halloween storytime at ! Can’t wait to share “How Do Dinosaurs Say Trick or Treat?” and treats from . 10/30, 10:30 am!

10/09/2024

I can't wait for my second year attending RMC SCBWI Letters & Lines in just a few short weeks!

Last year, I knew no one and had a very rough manuscript. I set the intention to put myself out there and talk to as many people as I could, learn as much as I could, and work as hard as I could.

Now, I have an incredible community, a critique group of published authors and friends, a completed mentorship with .gard, and I'm agented with two books out on sub.

25/06/2024

I’m officially ! Two of my picture book manuscripts are being shopped around out in the world. It’s surreal, exciting, and nerve wracking all at once. Thank you to my awesome agent for getting these out there!

05/06/2024

It’s been a bittersweet few weeks, with Sutton graduating preschool and Winnie turning three.

Sweet to see them growing more independent, more confident, even more sassy. Sweet to watch their bond get tighter. Sweet to have more time to myself, to work, to write, to flex my grown up brain, to talk to adults in complete sentences.

Bitter that they aren’t babies anymore, that soon they’ll be spending so many of their waking hours without me. Sutton, especially. Five has been so good and now I have to give her to kindergarten.

Bitter and sweet, indeed. I’m going to hang on to this summer as hard as I can with all the sticky popsicle kisses, sunscreen hair, and sprinkler parties I can possibly get.

01/05/2024

One year ago, I launched Caitlin Rose Writes into the world with a mission to tell stories - yours and mine. I also committed to following my dream of becoming a children’s author. Now, I have some incredible news to share.

I have accepted an offer of representation from Lary Rosenblatt at . Lary, Barbara and their team will be preparing my books to go on submission to editors and publishers, in the hopes that they will be purchased for publication and finally, out in the world and in the hands of our children.

And of course, I’ll also continue helping you tell YOUR stories too. What a happy way to celebrate one year of Caitlin Rose Writes! https://www.caitlinrosewrites.com/blog/its-my-anniversary-and-i-have-some-news

26/04/2024

Sutton turned five on Monday. Five. Half a decade of being a mom. Half a decade of trying my best, failing, and trying to be better again. And again. On loop.

This quote on the gorgeous mural at sums all of it up so perfectly. Childhood, parenthood, all of it.

Fall. Fail. Fly.

09/04/2024

This is only a fraction of my dinosaur picture book stash! What am I missing?! Looking forward to a roaring good time hosting a dino-centric storytime at tomorrow 4/10!

03/04/2024

I'm excited to share my Spring Fling KidLit entry on my blog today. I'm working on a longer version of this story but it was a fun challenge to trim it to 150 words. Let me know what you think!

Spring Fling Kid Lit writing contest entry.

02/04/2024

I’m so excited to host storytime at tomorrow 4/3 at 10:30! Bring your littles down for some fun tales and check out this beautiful, charming bookstore.

14/02/2024

Happy Valentine’s Day! Did you know it’s also Clifford’s birthday? The girls were so excited to meet Clifford and enjoy storytime at last week.

09/02/2024

Winnie and I shared a special morning exploring the Golden Legacy exhibition at .

08/02/2024

It’s ! I think I read about 16 books aloud today- and both my girls were at school/with their grandparents all day. How many books did you read aloud today?

31/01/2024

One thing I'm learning about is the community is amazing! Authors are so generous with their time and insights and offer up opportunities to connect and learn. Today I entered the Kids' Choice KitLit Writing Contest with an excerpt from a story I'm working on about Dr. Oink:

Another amazing writing contest from the generous community.

17/01/2024

Meet my new writing buddy, carpool lane companion, and overall excellent doggo. Aptly named Frances, because she looks just like Frances the badger.

Franny had 6 puppies recently and was looking for a cozy home to get all the pets and naps she deserves. It’s been too long since we had a dog in the house and she’s filling so many voids.

I also think she could make an excellent book character and would be so fun to illustrate! Her brow (and beard) game is on point.

10/01/2024

I've decided that 2024 is the year I invest in myself, my dreams, and my future.

I am so pleased to be working with award-winning writer Kimberlee Gard for a one on one children's writing mentorship from the RMC SCBWI!

Check out Kimberlee's incredible books: https://kimberleegard.com/

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Learn more about Children's Author Kimberlee and her love for books, children, and sharing. Check out 'The Little i Who Lost His Dot' -- out now

31/10/2023

Way before I started my own journey, I looked to children’s books for inspiration! Two years ago I dressed up Sutton and Winnie (then only 2 and 5 months old!) as favorite characters for 13 days of Halloween costumes. Recognize any of your favorites?

04/10/2023

Posted • • It is and what if we stopped banning books and let readers decide for themselves whether or not to read a book? .burton the honorary chair encourages all to take action on day- Oct 7!

03/10/2023

I'm so excited to share my entry for Fall Writing Frenzy '23! We were given a group of photos to choose from as inspiration for a 200 word or less story. I chose this image of young girls playing in the falling leaves.

"Crispy Air, Crunchy Leaves" is a story about the pure magic children can create with just a pile of fall leaves. My entry is up now on my blog: https://www.caitlinrosewrites.com/blog/fall-writing-frenzy

If you like it, please share!

26/09/2023

A few weekends ago, which feels like a lifetime ago now that I'm recovering from knee surgery, I attended my first Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators
Rocky Mountain Chapter conference. I learned so much, met incredible people, and came away so energized to write. Check it out: www.caitlinrosewrites.com/blog/book-camp-for-grown-ups

25/09/2023

A daughter is a rainbow — a curve of light through scattered mist that lifts the spirit with her prismatic presence. A daughter is a promise, kept. – Ellen Hopkins

Happy National Daughters Day, you two.

06/09/2023

Today is !

We read a lot in my house. I usually read at least 50 books a year. Because books are amazing, and because I'm very bad at sleeping.

And that's obviously not counting picture books... On any given day, we read at least 10 -20, often more. My girls are growing up loving books, reading, and escaping into stories.

I just finished Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano last night and I devoured every word. My all-time favorite book has to The Great Gatsby. Basic? Maybe. But I don't care! It's a classic for a reason.

Sutton's perennial favorite is Creepy Underwear, but she also loves Julia Donaldson stories, Angelina Ballerina and our shared favorite, Brendan Wenzel's incredible and beautiful books.

Winnie loves dinosaurs. So if it has a dinosaur, she's happy. Current favorites also include Snakes in Space, Tabby McTat, Thomas (aka Hummus) the Train and Brown Bear.

What are you reading? What are your or your children's favorites?

03/09/2023

I am so excited to attend Letters & Lines conference next weekend. I've got a hotel room to myself, a bunch of sharp pencils, and I am ready to gooooooooo! Will you be there too? Let me know!

01/09/2023

Posted • Custom illustrations for a modern-day storyteller. We crafted the brand design for Caitlin Rose Writes to include a series of writing & rose inspired designs that highlight her writing, children’s books, and Public Relations services.

16/08/2023

The most beautiful brand brought to life by Nicole Locken Creative. Eternally grateful for Nicole's mad skills and friendship!

16/08/2023

I was so excited to chat with Shoutout Colorado recently and share my many, many, opinions on working, motherhood, and working-motherhood.

Check out the full story: https://shoutoutcolorado.com/meet-caitlin-rose-public-relations-pro-writer-mom/

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