Mom always said that she got a lot of little things done while procrastinating from the BIG thing. Don’t make writing your BIG thing. You’ll get more done as a little thing. Just do it! 15 minutes. #15minsprint #justwrite #kidlit

PSA: If you're an author & you get a chatty email from a marketer, or book club that praises your book & bashes Amazon's algo before offering to 'help', usually with 500 to 10,000 reviewers, it's just a ChatGPT automated marketing scam. It's the new Nigerian prince email, brought to you by 'AI' 🙄.

Fun fact: When I became agented I immediately told my family they had to go through official channels. Want to talk to me? Agent. Want to blink in my direction. Agent. If I’m not being insufferable at home AM I EVEN LIVING?

I wish I had enough lifetimes to write all the stories inside me.

I’d tell younger me: ‘Practical’ doesn’t always mean fulfilling. I traded crayons for spreadsheets, but a decade later found my way back. Now every book I create is proof that 5-year-old me was right all along. #kidlitchat

Curious why a standard picture book is 32 pages in traditional #KidLit trade publishing? And why NOT all 32 pages are for story content? In this #PictureBooks101 post, I explain picture book format & construction: debbieohi.com/2025/09/pict...

The worst part about being an ADHD bookworm is when you figure out a twist before you get to the reveal. #booksky

Robert Munsch was instrumental in my becoming a writer. His books were some of the first ones I can remember reading as a child, and “I’ll Love You Forever” comforted me when my Mom passed away. Saddened to hear of his battle with dementia but grateful he’s able to go out on his own terms:

#Kidlit community! Hit me with your funniest picture book recs - I need laughs & inspiration. My current faves are: Don't Trust Fish by Neil/Dan The Most Serious Fart by Mike/Chuck

Diving into the works of others (watching a movie, reading a book, going to a museum or concert, etc) — inspiration is all around us! #kidlitchat

For those confused or concerned about the new Procreate update - you can toggle from the new brush library to your “classic library.” And create a new library with your fav brushes from both by importing the brush files. Nothing is lost in the update as far as I can tell…?

Are you an author, illustrator, or other kind of book creator? Do you want to support the freedom to read? Join Authors Against Book Bans at www.authorsagainstbookbans.com #FReadom #freedomtoread #firstamendment @authorsabb.bsky.social

Creative people are always working, even at a subconscious level. Reading books, watching movies and TV, and playing video games are not wastes of time for artists. It’s how we stay inspired and refill our coffer of ideas.

Teachers: Please name the illustrator when you read to students. Discuss the art. Invite illustrators to visit. Show next generation that art in book was created by a HUMAN, that their work matters. www.picturesmeanbusiness.com/teachers/ #PicturesMeanBusiness Art @sarahmcintyre.bsky.social #EduSky

This week, try writing a scene that’s just for you. No pressure. No audience. No goal. Just joy. That’s how you reconnect with the reason you started. #WritingCommunity

I can go months without reading a single book, and then suddenly read five books in a week.

Hi #KidlitArtPostcard! I’m Menal Khan, a South Asian Canadian author-illustrator who loves to create kidlit comedy with heart. – ⭐ Repped by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social (Bookends Literary) ⭐ Open to PB, BB, CB, covers & editorial work ⭐ Portfolio: menalkhan.com #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator

I usually never give myself props & just sprint to the next to-do. But this weekend? I: – Finished the second draft of my PB – Whipped up an illo for my agency’s mailer – Prepped for/survived a job interview – Tidied up – Walked 15k steps/day So this is me, actually pausing to say: I did that. ME.

“To write, your heart has to be absolutely tender and you have to have the skin of a rhinoceros.” -Katherine Paterson

Been juggling editing manuscripts, portfolio updates, a couple personal projects, and job interviews… not to mention my everyday tasks and full time job. Long story short, I am one email away from Ctrl+Alt+Deleting myself 🙃

Life’s too short to wait for a “special occasion.” You’re the occasion. Wear the outfit. Bring the drama. - #zest #comic #webcomic #YouGotSis

Deeply touched to receive an Honorable Mention for my picture book manuscript with @pbrisingstars.bsky.social I’m proud I showed up, shared my vision, and was recognized. That’s its own kind of win. 💫 #PBRisingStars #kidlit

PRESENTING: the 2025 PB RISING STARS mentees, runners up, and honorable mentions! 🤩🤩🤩 We’re thrilled to work with our 28 new mentees, and we’re so proud of our RUs and HMs. CONGRATS TO ALL! ⭐️⭐️⭐️

If a story I wrote ever led to an outcome as beautiful as this, I’d simply cry myself to sleep every night like a Victorian widow. Just clutching my chest, whispering, “My work here is done.”

One of the great privileges of being a writer is that I always have something meaningful to turn to when I want or need to turn away from the world

I'm not an agent. I know very little about selling books. But I AM a lifelong #reader, and I know a heck of a lot about what makes a good story. 📖 Readers are the end goal and you know them (because you are one). Stop doubting yourself! You can do this writing thing! 😘 #writers #authors #books

Behold the fantasy writer's most priceless asset:

Check out these exciting new children’s books below to celebrate #Ramadan to honor the culture and traditions of the Muslim faith. www.kidlit.tv/2025/03/pict...

“32 pages is our absolute max for picture books.” Me: Okay, no worries! Narrator: She was, in fact, drowning in worries.

#BlueskyAppreciation post! Every time I open this app, I’m met with stunning illustrations, exciting publishing wins, helpful tips, relatable quotes, & so much love. And when I post my unfiltered thoughts? Pure support. It’s rare to find a space that feels this real. Love the community I’ve found 🫶🏼

We're finally here! And while you're here, please check out this wonderful list of authors and illustrators 💚 go.bsky.app/Uw5hJaE

Nothing humbles you faster than thumbnailing a scene labeled ‘GIANT PILE OF UNDERWEAR.’ This is my legacy now. This is who I am. #DummyBook #kidlit

In a world where 15 plot beats can be arranged in, literally, 1.3+ trillion way, sometimes you need to write them down, give them a shuffle, rearrange, rearrange, and rearrange and… Voila!

Growing up we all got bullied about our art, and that has trained us to be ashamed of it…

brb watering my crops 🌾 #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #stardewvalley

Was looking at sloth videos for illustration reference, and tell me why these creatures move like they're waiting for WiFi to reconnect. Government-issued surveillance robots for sure. FOR SURE.

I'm rooting for all of us. 🥰 #WritingCommunity #onyourteam #rootingforyou

#Kidlit writers be like: ‘This story will change lives!’ **spends next hour debating if a talking potato needs a backstory** It’s me. I am kidlit writers.

KitLitArtPostcard is on the first Thursday of each month, you can find the dates here: www.ginaperry.com/postcard PortfolioDay happens on the second Tuesday in January, April, July, and October, there's a calendar here: www.portfolioday.art/faq Hope that helps!

🐝 Special delivery! Hi #KidlitArtPostcard - I'm Menal Khan, a South-Asian Canadian author & #illustrator, I'm open to PB, BB, CB, covers & editorial projects! - ⭐️ I'm repped by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social at Bookends Literary ⭐️ View my full portfolio at buff.ly/4jdjqOO #kidlit #kidlitart #booksky

Dear Diary, After months of consistent drawing, my art style is finally getting its act together. By mid-2025, it might even own property. Love, A-girl-who-is-feeling-proud-of-her #kidlit -illustrator-glow-up

Only the best #cake for my younger brother’s 30th #birthday 😌

Hi #PortfolioDay I'm Menal Khan, a South-Asian Canadian author & #illustrator, and I'm open to PB, BB, CB, covers & editorial projects! - ⭐️ I'm repped by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social at Bookends Literary ⭐️ View my full portfolio at: buff.ly/4jdjqOO #kidlit #kidlitart

Happy 2025, #KidlitArtPostcard! I hope you’ve had a restful break—it’s time to head back to work (or in this case, school). ⭐️ I’m open to PB, BB, CB, covers & editorial #illustration projects. ⭐️ I’m repped by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social at Bookends Literary ⭐️ www.menalkhan.com #kidlit #kidlitart

My secret to surviving post-vacation blues? Buying a new book & having it waiting at home like a literary welcome mat! Suddenly, heading back isn't so bad after all. #kidlit

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This is a great thread, and so true. The secret to writing great picture books is to write a lot of them. If you’ve got a manuscript close to your heart that isn’t working yet, set it aside and write new stuff for a while. I guarantee you’ll have a better idea of how to shape it when you return.

Hey #kidlitartpostcard community! Just a heads up: some amazing artwork is being shared under #kidlitpostcard (missing the "ART"!). So here’s a reminder to use the correct hashtag: #kidlitARTpostcard - I almost missed following some amazingly talented people! #kidlit

🎉 It’s #KidLitArtPostcard day! One of my favorite days of the month.

Hello everybody! This is the beginning of my collection for #ReadPalestineWeek. FALASTIN by Sami Tamimi and Tara Wiley, HOMELAND by Hannah Moushabek & Reem Madooh, A MAP FOR FALASTEEN by Maysa Odeh and Aliaa Betawi, and MY OLIVE TREE by Hazar Elbayya. Aren’t they beauties?