Author: tiffanydickinson

I am a multi-genre writer, with published articles and award-winning poems and short stories. I write for all ages, focusing on fiction and poetry. I have several works in progress including picture books, short stories, and novels. I'm a member of SCBWI, Willamette Writers, and Oregon Writers Colony, and I'm currently enrolled in the Institute of Children's Literature. You can find me on Facebook, Twitter (@TiffanyDickins4), and Instagram (@tiffanyddickinson). Thanks for visiting and may we meet on the written page again soon!

Fall Reflections and Contest News

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Hello Friends! The colors are glorious, the weather is blustery, fun-size packages have taken over the store. Fall is in full swing. My essay on reflecting on fall is featured in the latest issue of the Columbia River Reader. You can access the entire newspaper by this link: Columbia River Reader. My article is on Page… Continue reading Fall Reflections and Contest News

The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise – A Middle-Grade Book that Catches Your Heart

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The blog has been quiet for too long. But, today I'm back with a book review. The fall is shaping up to be busy and productive for writing. I'm starting a new course with the Institute of Children's Literature in November (more about that later), as well as continuing my on-going projects. The Remarkable Journey… Continue reading The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise – A Middle-Grade Book that Catches Your Heart

Book Ownership: It Makes a Difference

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  Yesterday, I attended a parent’s open house at a local elementary school. The Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) gave a free new book to every student who attended. I asked the parent manning the book table where the books came from. He told me they earned some through their Scholastic sales and others were purchased with… Continue reading Book Ownership: It Makes a Difference