EXCITING NEWS! After a long journey, the story is finally written, and now it’s becoming a book! This book is a call to action for a generation growing up in an increasingly polarized world: to see beyond appearances, and to choose connection over judgment. Thank you @kterrette.bsky.social! ❤️

My peace I give to you. Not the kind of fragile peace given by the world, but my perfect peace. Don't yield to fear or be troubled in your hearts—instead, be courageous! (John 14:27) Does anyone else see a dove? #Dove #DoveShapedCloud #GodsPeace #NoAi

I actually signed the contract with an e- signature but I had to print out a copy and have a photo taken to commemorate the day of signing a new contract on a new book! Details to follow soon. #kidlit #picturebook

Coloring books are back on my mind! Winter is the perfect time to get cozy inside with a little creative relaxation. Ready to unwind? a.co/d/3QItJz9

"A Tangled Christmas". This one is an oldie but goldie! #Kidlitart #KidLit

36% off on Amazon! a.co/d/9ilWlmI

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day, my #KidLit friends! #Editors and #ArtDirectors, I am available for board books, picture books, and book covers, and I am represented by @kterrette.bsky.social with Martin Literary Management. My portfolio can be viewed at www.phyllisharris.com/portfolio

Every November, I re-live one of my favorite moments in my publishing career. This was at a Barnes and Noble, but The Gift Shop Bear is still available online internationally or can be ordered wherever books are sold. I especially love my biggest fan, my husband! 😘

Stay until the end to see the full color art! I have two new children’s books publishing in 2026, so be sure to follow the journey! #kidlit #childrensbooks #author #illustrator #kidsbooks #kidlitart

Same author, different illustrators. Many will recognize the book on the right. Good Night Moon, written by Margaret Wise Brown. But did you know she also wrote the book on the left? And I illustrated it! Only $7.99! On Christmas Day is available at www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/marga....

Have you picked up your copy of The Gift Shop Bear yet? I just saw there are only 3 copies left on Amazon! Oh dear! But you can also get a copy wherever books are sold, although you may need to ask them to order one for you. www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/phyll...

When you pre-order, Claude: A Wordless Picture Book About Art, you won't be charged until right before it ships in May 2026! Imagine a random day next year when this beautiful book arrives! A gift to your future self you forgot you bought! www.abramsbooks.com/product/clau...

I just realized I put the incorrect hashtag for the November #kidlitartpostcard day! Trying this again even if it’s late.

One of my favorite reviews for THE GIFT SHOP BEAR! Available where books are sold: www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/phyll... OR a signed copy, click here: tinyurl.com/djj4xrfa

Only 10 copies left on Amazon. 🎄🧸 amzn.to/4qD7MAv

Hey look! It's #kidlitartpostcard day! It’s the time of year when everyone — even the scarecrows — enjoy a scary tale Portfolio: www.davidhohn.com Represented by: @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social #childrensbook #spookystories #kidlitart #illustration

Happy October and happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I am represented by @kterrette.bsky.social and enjoy working on #BoardBooks, #Picturebooks, and #Covers. #KidLitArt #Editor

Hello there, little one. I love it when I start to see a character beginning to develop and take shape. It’s like magic. 💫

Inspired by a beautiful Claude Monet painting, a little artist decides to create her own masterpiece, but her puppy has other ideas. Just under 8 months until CLAUDE unveils his masterpiece! Pre-Order Now: BOOKSHOP: tinyurl.com/y874z3sm Amazon: tinyurl.com/3jzhvm9n B&N: tinyurl.com/3ph5te8m

For those asking, I just added this art print to my shop. Perfect for sisters or friends. www.etsy.com/listing/4374...

My third piece for my sisters series. For those who have reached out, I’m going to make all three of them available in my Etsy shop very soon. #Sisters #sunset #art #peace #procreate #love #illustrator #kidlit

Let the waves wash away your worries. I’ve been working on a sister‘s series of paintings. Here’s the second one. You can find the first one in my previous post. I’ll be starting on the next one soon. #peace #ocean #calm

One of my favorite things in creating art is light. ✨Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness. #positivitypost #kidlitart

Sketching for fun is my favorite hobby. ✏️ #postingpositivity

I'm holding onto the hope that the perfect editor will fall in love with this book. It’s a story about kindness, a message I feel our world needs now more than ever, for readers of all ages. The manuscript is officially out on submission with my incredible agent, @kterrette!

For today's daily dose of #positivity, I am sharing another childhood memory. Do you remember your #FirstCrush? #wonder, #peace, #hope, and #love #childhood #memories Feel free to share your first crush! And why not tag them while you’re at it, just for fun!

I am sharing a daily dose of #positivity this month, including #peace, #hope, #love, or #wonder to bring smiles to your faces. Feel free to share the love.

As we bid farewell to these last hot summer days, I remember childhood, when I used to sing into the fan and hear a warbly alien voice sing back. Did you ever do that? Daily dose of #positivity, including #peace, #hope, #love, or #wonder to bring smiles to your faces. Feel free to share the love.

Telling my overly-sensitive over-thinking self that every new stressful challenge (like taking care of a dog after surgery in a recovery cone-of-shame who drools when anxious so he gets a hot spot on top of the other issue) is like bringing home a new baby. It will get easier with time.

Sharing a daily post of #positivity #encouragement. #Peace, #Hope, #Love, or #Wonder to help you through each day. I hope it brings a smile, even if just one. Please feel free to share the love.

Sharing a daily post of #positivity #encouragement #Love, #Peace, #Hope, or #Wonder to help you through each day. I hope it brings a smile, even if just one. Please feel free to share the love.

Daily dose of #Encouragement #Hope Wishing you a lovely day. #Hope #Dream

You won’t believe this… My picture book, CLAUDE, is officially available for pre-order, and I couldn’t be more excited to share it with you! @familiusbooks.bsky.social BOOKSHOP: tinyurl.com/y874z3sm Amazon: tinyurl.com/3jzhvm9n B&N: tinyurl.com/3ph5te8m

#Encouragement #Hope Wishing you a lovely day.

I am starting a new daily post of #encouragement. I need positivity and encouragement to help get through every day. Especially in this chaotic world we live in. I hope it helps, even if just one of you. Please feel free to share.

#KidLitArtPostcard It's back-to-school time, and reading under a favorite tree seems just right for September. I enjoy creating art for kids #picturebooks, #boardbooks, and #bookcovers. I am represented by @kterrette.bsky.social and my portfolio can be seen at www.phyllisharris.com/portfolio

I just finished the color version. I would love to know which is your favorite. I can't decide. #KidLit #ChildrensBooks #KidLitArt #Illustrator #authorandillustrator @kterrette.bsky.social

Looking forward to playing with color on this one. #Read #Kidlitart #KidLit

Spring 2026 can't get here soon enough! Along with lots of other amazing books, my upcoming book was listed in the spring 2026 preview in @publisherswkly.bsky.social! @familiusbooks.bsky.social

Using some fun brushes in #procreate by @glanzgraphics. #kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #painting

Happy #WorldElephantDay! #KidLitArt #KidLit #Illustrator #KidLitAuthor I still hope to find a home for my elephant story one day. #Editor #artdirector

After several requests from customers...I now have my best-selling print on Etsy available with a boy option, as well! Boy here: www.etsy.com/listing/4350... Girl here www.etsy.com/listing/6650...

I’m working on art to build my board book illustration portfolio and having lots of fun. #boardbookart #kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #procreate #editor #artdirector #childrensbooks

I would love to illustrate more board books in the future! #ArtDirectors, if you’re looking for a new Illustrator for some upcoming projects and you like what you see, please connect with me or with my wonderful agent, @kterrette.bsky.social #kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #boardbookart #boardbook

It's #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Today, I am sharing an illustration from a story on submission, starring a sassy mermaid and a sleepy dragon. I enjoy capturing emotions through expressive characters. Represented by @kterrette.bsky.social. See my portfolio: www.phyllisharris.com/portfolio

#timelapseart #procreate #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration

OH HAPPY DAY when you send your new book dummy off to your agent and her initial response is "This is really good."

Another Friday, another week gone by without an offer. Keep going, my creative friends. We were born with these creative souls. Keep showing up. Keep going even if it's messy. Perfection isn’t the goal–progress is.

I see it's #PortfolioDay! Hurray! #KidLitArtDirector #KidLitArt #KidLit #KidLitEditor #Editor I am represented by Kristen Terrette at Martin Literary. You can see more of my art at www.phyllisharris.com/portfolio