I’m officially starting my gouache illustration journey. Digital illustration taught me a lot, but it never felt like home. Paint does. I’m excited to learn, experiment, and post what I’m making—wins and wobbles. #gouache #illustration #artprocess #beginnerartist #learningart #artistsonbluesky

My daughter and I stumbled across this gem at the library: Christopher Pumpkin 🎃 A witch animates him to prep a creepy party, but he’s pure cupcakes & sparkle. Funny, bouncy rhyme + lovely art, with a sweet be-yourself message. #KidLit #PictureBooks #Iamreading

This is such a cool idea! Looking forward to participating.

10/10 bedtime book: The Imposter by Kelly Collier 🦨 My daughter’s highlight: the exact spread where the skunk blows his cover 😂💨 Mine: how big-hearted the story is underneath the laughs. #readingtime #picturebook #kidlit #whatimreading

Just finished reading, Wall (Tom Clohosy Cole, 2014). A child. A father. A border. So few words, and somehow it holds so much grief—and so much hope. So beautifully written and illustrated. #whatimreading #kidlit #readers #picturebook

Human Rights Day isn’t symbolic—it’s a call to act. Speak up, organize, defend those whose rights are denied. Justice needs all of us, every day. Raise your voice locally, pressure leaders globally, and refuse to stay silent. #HumanRightsDay #StandUp4HumanRights

Life with my baby girl is always filled with laughter! Never a dull moment! #gaydads #family #lgbtqia #funnyvideo

Say hello to Donna Marx, author of Good Luck, Puck! illustrated by Daniel Sulzberg! When Puck does all the work and his teammates get the credit, he decides to find a life outside the hockey rink. Despite mishaps and penalties, Puck realizes he can shine and still be a team player. #kidlit

Mixed medium piece, titled: Metamorphosis. My interpretation of the spiritual transition from this life into the next, yet bound by earthy things. #artadventcalendar #artist #art #writer

Turkey vs. Santa is such a fun holiday pick! Todd Tarpley keeps the humor snappy, and the art is fantastic. Great read-aloud for December. ❄️📖 #picturebook #holidaybooks #iamreading #author

I’m thrilled to share A Cowpoke’s Christmas! A beautiful story illustrated by the talented @laurengallegos.bsky.social. Head on over to #SeasonsofKidLit and read about her inspiration for bringing this cozy ranch Christmas to life. @annvngalls.bsky.social www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/it-s-se...

Nothing like a sweet treat to satisfy that holiday sweet tooth. Head on over to #SeasonsofKidLit and check out the sugary post by @dellarossferreri.bsky.social and her book, The Mouse Buffet - A Christmas Treat. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/double-...

Oy, Santa! isn’t about mixing holidays. It celebrates what makes Christmas and Hanukkah different! A story for interfaith families and anyone who loves a kid with big Hanukkah pride. Check out the #SeasonsofKidLit interview with @joyceschriebman.bsky.social www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/it-s-se...

Check out this wonderful interview by @robincurrie.bsky.social over at #SeasonsofKidLit! 🎄✨ She shares the inspiration behind her beautiful new book, Just Enough Room For Christmas — a story filled with warmth, joy, and the true spirit of the season. ❤️📚 www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/it-s-se...

#Illustrators! Enter the #JollyCon logo contest! Your design could become the official logo for our winter children’s writers conference. Winner gets FREE Dec 17 admission + recordings. Show your art to #kidlit creatives and boost your portfolio. #kidlitartist #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard

Another sweet #Seasonsofkitlit post to satisfy your holiday sweet tooth—from the amazing picture book author Sonja Anderson. @sonjaanderson.bsky.social @literallylynne.bsky.social @authorhmacht.bsky.social #picturebooks #reading #literacy www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/it-s-se...

Welcoming December with #SeasonsofKitlit and Season’s Readings! If you love Winter Solstice books, stop by to discover a beautiful story—and enter to win a goodie. @authorhmacht.bsky.social @literallylynne.bsky.social #reading #picturebooks” www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/it-s-se...

Little moments like this are what I enjoy the most. Our daughter reading to me from one of her favorite books. #literacy #booklover #familytime #family

Being a #Capricorn means I try to carry everything alone. But writing—and being part of a #community taught me that asking for help doesn’t make me weak. It makes me better. I don’t have to hold the whole mountain by myself. #writer #author #writing #iamwriting

Artists & Art lovers! Time to get geared up for the biggest art event of the year on Bluesky! Last year we had close to 1500 artists from 25 countries posting original work daily from December 1-24

What do I do I my spare time? Why, I ❤️ takings pictures of bugs and insects. Guess I missed my calling of being an entomologist! #bugs #insects #photography #hobby

My latest author interview, where I talk about my pet bunny, my artistic journey, and how Over and Under the Snow saved my bacon.

I spy @kslivensky.bsky.social!!! 🎉

Getting geared up to query, but need that extra boost? I have openings! Whether you're looking for developmental guidance or an extra eye on your query letter or synopsis, I can help get you to your next step. www.alisonweisseditorial.com/services Please reach out with any questions!

Melissa Stewart talks the Five Kinds of Nonfiction, the power of hooks, and heartfelt nonfiction writing. 🎙️ Watch on youtube here or wherever you get your podcasts. https://youtu.be/6ItgKQNLzZk #KidLit #Nonfiction #WritingTips #WritersCommunity @mstewartscience.bsky.social @charlesbridge.bsky.social

As the spooky season is upon us, #GhostPit is coming up fast on October 30th! See the rules below and follow @ghostpit.bsky.social for more information! #WriteSky #WritingCommuntiy #AmQuerying #AmWriting #AmAgenting #LitAgents #Writers

New Pitch Event! #HopePit is coming up on November 9th! See the rules below and follow @hopepit.bsky.social for more information! Similar to #BluePit, it's open to other forms of media too! #WriteSky #WritingCommuntiy #AmQuerying #AmWriting #AmAgenting#Writers #GameDev #TTRPG #Comic #TTRPG

Time to blow some dust off a manuscript that's been sitting on my shelf and dive into #ReVISIONweek

Put on your running shoes and dart on over to #seasonsofkidlit for an unbelievable submission opportunity. Time is running out, so head on over - NOW! #iamquerying www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

#Seasonsofkidlit has it all with Mark Snoad's new book, Maggie and the Mountain of Light. It has anxiety, asthma, food allergies and an apocalyptic training camp. Head on over for a chance to win his new book. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/double-...

Sniff your way on over to #seasonsofkidlit for an insightful post with Anthony Barlow of Tiny Tree Books and read about Hector's Halloween. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

Another delightfully sweet post from author Laura Sassi. So, head on over to #seasonsofkidlit for some inspiration and a chance to win her newest book, A Punpkin for Boo and Belle. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

If you or your child loves a good chapter book, that's your cue to head on over to #seasonofkidlit for the latest post with the amazing author/illustrator Tara J. Hannon. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

I love witch stories! So, when #seasonsofkitlit posted another great story by Amy Houts, I quickly flew over to check it out. What are you waiting for? Click on the link, share the post, and comment to win a copy of her book, In The Witch's House. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

Head on over to #seasonsofkidlit and sink your fangs into this delicious post from Casey Lyall and her book Vampire Jam Sandwich. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

As promised, through the 13th of October, I will continue to share these Halloween inspired post from #seasonsofkidlit. So, OOZE on over and check out this slim-tastic interview with Kris Tarantino and a chance for some awesome prizes. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

What a wonderful way to get children excited about the wonderful world of art and writing.

For those who do care about what's happening in the world, but who sometimes need an #Uplift: bsky.app/profile/debb... Hand-curated by yours truly. Criteria unapologetically subjective, but esp: word nerds • art showing human process • quirky • obscure interest deep-dives • alt-text

Congratulations @marianarios.bsky.social and everyone involved in this beautiful story from Knopf.

✏️ Author Stephen Swinburne shares his time-tested technique to determine if your #kidlit story idea is good enough to develop into a book. Simple but very, very wise! writeforkids.online/how-to-tell-...

Who doesn't love a good ZOMBEE story. Buzz on over to #seasonsofkidlit to check out the last post with @justincolonbooks.bsky.social and a chance to win a copy of his newest picture book. l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http...

Hello ghouls and gals, here is another screaming post from #seasonsofkidlit. Do, head on over and read this terror-ific post with a chance to win a wonderful prize. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

Another exciting post from #seasonsofkidlit with the creative Mirka Hokkanen and her book, Little Seasons Autumn Leaves. Head on over to enter to win a copy of this delightful story incorporating STEM. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

Welcome to another wonderful post from #seasonsofkidlitand the delightful Helen Kemp Zaxs and her book, Little Witch's To-Do List. Fly on over and check it out. www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

Just one more post, I promise. I get so excited to share the stories of such amazing writers, and who doesn't love trick-or-treating and having a chance to win fantastic prizes here at #SeasonsofKidLit @literallylynne.bsky.social @authorhmacht.bsky.social www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

Head on over to #seasonsofkitlit to check out the amazing Deb Adamson and read about her writing journey, as well as a chance to enter and win her book Goodnight Broom: A Spine-Tingling Spoof. @literallylynne.bsky.social @authorhmacht.bsky.social www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o...

One of my favorite things around this time of year is reading all the amazing post from #seasonsofkidlit. Check out the link below for some delicious trick or treats. @literallylynne.bsky.social @authorhmacht.bsky.social www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/double-...

Storytime with A.J. Irving: Bring the whole family along! A.J. Irving will be reading for an all ages storytime at 3pm in the children’s section.

Your book might not sell right now. Not because it’s bad. But because timing, trend, and list-building matter more than most authors realize. Don’t bury your belief in your story just because the market isn’t ready yet.

Our weekly big list of kid lit links is up (Sept 19): kidlit411.com/2025/09/the-... Inside: Kid Lit Trends course @hunderdown.bsky.social , Joyful Marketing @juliefhedlund.bsky.social Reverse Outline, more. Thanks Erin Niehenke for the illustration, Running Press Kids & Scott Lape for the giveaways.