Pemaquid Light, Maine. Photo by my husband.

1. Here's a (whole!) chance to read the first chapter of Half A Chance from Scholastic's blog.

2. My backyard is so icy. I can't wait for it to melt so I don't risk falling every time I go out to my writing shed.

3.  I'm getting my next book in shape to go back to my editor on Monday. I made some really good strides with this revision, though we'll have a few more, at least.

4.  A lovely review of Hot Rod Hamster Monster Truck Mania from one of my all-time favorite bloggers.

5. And finally, today is the last day for one of my editors at Scholastic. She has a shiny new job at FSG, and I'm so happy for her. But sad for me, because I will miss her. It's been a real joy to work with her on our Hamster books.