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Hi! My name is Emily Holewczynski (pen name: Emily Holi). I'm a Picture Book/Middle Grade/Young Adult Author, Freelance Writer, and Photographer. I live in Chicago with my husband and five young kiddos (four girls + a boy). 


I am represented by Liz Nealon @ Great Dog Literary.

BOOGIE

Bob is an ordinary kid with an extraordinary problem—Bob has a Boogie. What starts out as a mild nuisance turns into a full-blown catastrophe as Boogie shuffles, shakes, and shimmies throughout Bob's day. But when Bob learns to embrace his new moves instead of fighting them, he learns that Boogie is s'not so bad after all. He even shares his problem-solving tricks with new girl, Tish. Finally, with a little help from Boogie, Bob and Tish are on a roll. [THEMES: PROBLEM-SOLVING, DANCE, HUMOR]

ZOMBEES

When Frank comes home from Bermuda with more than a sunburn, the hive must figure out a way to control his pesky problem or risk bee-coming his next victim. [THEMES: PROBLEM-SOLVING, HUMOR]

THIS IS NOT A CANE

El doesn't walk with a cane, she wields a wand that makes the world a more magical place. When buddy Will has trouble believing her, it's up to El to prove that being magical isn't always easy—but it is always worth it. [THEMES: HUMOR, MAGIC, CHRONIC ILLNESS]

NUGGET

Nugget has high hopes and double-decker dreams–he wants to be a TENDER. But after Nugget honey-mustards the strength to save Little Biscuit from the fryer, Nugget discovers that being small is a pretty tall order. [THEMES: BRAVERY, CONFIDENCE, HUMOR]

YOU GO

Dex loves kicking up his wheels at the beach–almost as much as he loves taking care of his pals. But after a day of letting friends scooch ahead, Dex is out of gas. Tony Tow Truck reminds Dex that you can’t take care of others without filling up your own tank, first.[THEMES: SELF CARE, SELF LOVE]

DYSON PICKS

Dyson Bison longs to break free from the herd-mentality and choose anything. But when a shiny new sign for SWEATERS appears on the side of the plain, Dyson discovers that perusing polyester is far less powerful than PICKING HIS PACK. [THEMES: HUMOR, DECISION-MAKING, STANDING OUT IN A CROWD]

HOW TO PLANT AN AVOCADO TREE

So you want to plant an avocado tree? Sloth can teach you. He just needs to use the bathroom first. Where were we? Shoot, Sloth can't remember! But where did these avocados come from?! Discover the avocado seed's REAL journey from poop to plant! [THEMES: HUMOR, STEM]

A VACATION FOR THUMB

Tommy’s overworked Thumb is not lifting a finger until further notice. But after wrist-and-relaxation gets a little boring, an epic thumb war shows Thumb that hard work will always give him the upper hand. [THEMES: HUMOR, HARD WORK]

GHOSTESS

GoGo loves to host boo-tiful parties, but human company is hard to come by. When an Open House brings warm bodies through GoGo's bone-chilling manor, she realizes that being Ghostess with the Mostest isn't all skele-fun and games. [THEMES: SPOOKY, PARTIES]

TEACUP

I am Teacup, enchanté! I was belle of the ball until a chip in my blue enamel sent me steaming back to the cabinet. But when Mrs. Beauliel’s succulent needed a home, I was a parfaite fit. Now, I am no longer blue. Je suis green. [THEMES: ESL LEARNING, UP-CYCLING, PERFECTIONISM]

MY BABY BROTHER LIKES ME

Little Brother likes his Big Sister, but he also likes his personal space—a lot. After tearing down Baby Brother’s walls and earning his trust, Big Sister realizes that sometimes absence really does make the heart grow fonder. [THEMES: SIBLING LOVE, PERSONAL SPACE, TRUST]

SALTY (MG Novel)

When local legend collides with the transformation of magic-skeptic Kate’s signature birthmark, she must choose between the only family she's ever known, and an underwater adventure that threatens to reignite a century-old pirate vs. sea monster clash—and draw a line in the sand that can never be erased.

[THEMES: MAGICAL REALISM, CHRONIC ILLNESS, SELF DOUBT, THERAPY-POSITIVE, FRIENDSHIP, FIRST CRUSH, COMING-OF-AGE]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HOLE-IN-THE-WALL

Hole-in-the-wall can't wait to celebrate! But when friends forget her big day, Hole feels empty inside. As the Jones kids fondly reminisce about moving day, Hole realizes she doesn't need a party to fill her up. Until…SURPRISE! [THEMES: BIRTHDAYS, APPRECIATION]

PACKAGE

C-Z-Y-N-S-K-I. Aleks is tired of sauerkraut and spelling his last name over and over. But when Babcia takes Aleks to pick up a package, his heart swells with pride–and so does his stomach.  Być Polakiem never tasted so sweet. [THEMES: CULTURAL LEARNING, CULTURAL APPRECIATION]

GOOD THINGS

Good things come to those who wait–but winter is over, and Mom is still sick. Exploring chronic illness and optimism, Kiki discovers that good things are happening all around her, and although mom’s illness lingers, Mom’s love for Kiki burns bright. [THEMES: CHRONIC ILLNESS, WAITING]

THE TROUBLE BUBBLE

Liam’s wiggles always get him into trouble. But when a mysterious trouble bubble floats into town, Liam must learn to channel his wiggles into good CLEAN fun before the bubble destroys his town. [THEMES: SELF-CONTROL, SELF-LOVE, SELF-MOTIVATION]

STUCK

George dreams of becoming a famous inventor, but when it comes to ideas, he’s stuck–until he discovers that being STUCK is the key to everything! The true story of VELCRO inventor George de Mestral and his catchy idea. [THEMES: PICTURE BOOK BIOGRAPHY]

GOLDEN [YA Novel]

Emma, otherwise known as "Hair," is a newly-pretty sophomore enjoying typical sophomore things—parties, guys, and the occasional drink. Unfortunately she overslept fall registration (eight-in-the-morning after the season opener?!) and wound up in Poetry 202. As Emma begins to explore free verse poetry more deeply, she is caught in a tug-of-war between her inner thoughts and her outer shell. But when alopecia rears its ugly head and threatens to destroy her newfound bliss, Emma's need to maintain control morphs into addiction as the men she hung her hopes on turn to ghosts. [THEMES: ADDICTION, SELF-ABSORPTION, YA ROMANCE, CHRONIC ILLNESS]

Hi! Attached are a few writing samples from my past.


Some of the samples are non-fiction stories that I wrote when I worked for a national curricula provider. I also produced creative newsletters for that company.


I have also included a sample of my family's newsletter that I write and send all over the country each year.


I am happy to provide additional writing samples upon request. Just ask!


Thank you for visiting my portfolio!

Empowering Teachers (050312) (pdf)Download
Charles Lindbergh Curricula Story (pdf)Download
Lightning Curricula Story (pdf)Download
New York City Curricula Story (pdf)Download
Frame Your Thoughts Newsletter (pdf)Download
The Why's of Webinars (pdf)Download
Valentines Day Newsletter 2022 (pdf)Download

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Full-Service Resume Writing/Revision Services

Full-Service Resume Writing/Revision Services

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$175 (existing resume polish)

$225 (resume from scratch)

Cover Letter Writing Services

Full-Service Resume Writing/Revision Services

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I create personalized cover letters that are specific to your background, yet customizable for each position you want to apply for.


$75 (one customizable cover letter)

LinkedIn Writing Services

Miscellaneous Writing Services

Miscellaneous Writing Services

I also offer a LinkedIn profile add-on service for clients looking to polish their social media presence.


$75 (one LinkedIn summary and professional positions redraft, up to four positions)

Miscellaneous Writing Services

Miscellaneous Writing Services

Miscellaneous Writing Services

Have a special project in mind, but cat's got your tongue (keyboard/pen/brain)? I can help. Let's talk.


Prices TBD.

Door Is A Jar Magazine

"Red Balloon," "Snow," "Illusion," Summer 2023

The Daily Humorist

"Self-Guided Meditation for Control-Minded Bros," Winter 2023

Frazzled

"Things That No Longer Scare Me Since Becoming a Mom," Winter 2023

Dollar Store Magazine

"Pull," Winter 2023

Poetry As Promised

"Solid [Liquid]", Winter 2022

Trash To Treasure

"Bite," Winter 2022

Moonflake Press

"Mercy," Fall 2022

Cerasus Magazine

"The Deer Stand," Fall 2022

Little Thoughts Press

"Summer Adventure," Summer 2022

So You Want To Write

"5 Tips For Getting Your Foot in the Door as a Kid Lit Writer," Summer 2022

2022 Holiday Writing Contest Honorable Mention [Susannah Leonard Hill Annual Competition]

2022 Fall Writing Frenzy Winner [Kaitlyn Sanchez/Lydia Lukidis Annual Competition]

2022 #SunWriteFun Winner [Karen Greenwald Annual Competition]

Recipient of 2022 SCBWI Summer Conference Scholarship

Summer 2022 Middle Grade Rogue Mentee (paired with Hetal Avanee)

Recipient of 2022 SCBWI Becky Mabry Scholarship

Honorable Mention in Vivian Kirkfield's 2022 #50PreciousWords Contest

Proud and Active Member of SCBWI, Nationally / IL Chapter

Member of Julie Hedlund's 12X12 Picture Book Challenge

Featured Photographer/Graduate of Shoot-Along Photography Course

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