SCBWI Critique Groups coming May 19th!

Fellow artists, if you see this, post a bird No AI! #kidlitart #sciart #artshare #bird

A new report from PEN America shares that the rate of book bans for nonfiction has doubled, leading to what they claim is “anti-intellectualism.” When NF books are banned, students lose access to history, lived experiences, journalism, science & the tools to better understand the world around them.

Happy Mother's day! #mothersday #whales #mommaandbaby #kidlitarta

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm changing things up this month to show off some of my monsters! Here's a Hydra I recently created for my MG portfolio. Open for 2026/27 projects. View my portfolio at saralynncramb.com. #kidlitart #illustration #fantasyart #childrensbooks #greekmythology

Hello #kidlitartpostcard buddies, I make books for kids! Rep: Deborah Warren @eastwestlit.bsky.social #kidlitart #kidlit #NYTbestseller

Hey #kidlitartpostcardday I‘m looking for fun picture book ideas, innovative non-fiction work and especially maritime themed art jobs! Contact the lovely @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social for all things children’s books! Work: www.schrill-art.com/work Mail: [email protected] #kidlitartpostcard

For those joining in on the #KidLitArtPostcard day fun this afternoon!

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day y'all! I'm Julian, a queer 🏳️‍⚧️ picture book author & illustrator working in gouache. I love to paint our green & many-legged neighbors in all their scaly, slimy, slinky glory! I'm rep'd by Naomi Davis @ BookEnds Literary 🪲 julianplum.com 🌿 [email protected]

It’s fabulous #kidlitartpostcard day! Summer’s coming! ☀️ I’m Emily, a Swedish illustrator of whimsy and adventure! #kidlitart #kidlit #art #illustration

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day!! Hi! I’m Jessie, an Indigenous illustrator looking to work in YA, chapter books, black and white interior illustrations, and graphic novels! Check out my website at www.jessieboulard.com I’m also rep’d by @janinele.bsky.social For all publishing inquiries!

Hi #kidlitartpostcard! Lele here! From Spain living in the UK. I illustrate for brands, children’s books, magazines, activity books and games. 🌐 www.lelesaa.com 📨 [email protected] For book inquiries, please contact my agent Sophie Sheumaker at www.bookendsliterary.com

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day Again! I couldn’t decide which salamander to share so here’s a second. From my upcoming book So Many Salamanders written by Diane Lang. I am repped by Lara Perkins at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social #AmphibianWeek

Hello and happy #KidLitArtPostcard day!! :3 ✨📮 I'm Nathasha, an Illustrator who loves drawing tiny animals in their happy little days 🐭🍓 ☁️I love soft colors, cozy moments, and stories that feel warm to hold. You can find my work at www.muakata.com And contact me at [email protected]

Hello #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Charlene Chua & I illustrate for kids. 🌟 Available for books + other kids-related projects 🌟 Portfolio - charlenechua.com#kidlitartpostcardRep' by Tracy Marchini Literary #kidlitart #kidlit #illustration

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day✨ I’d like to thank my kid and her messy room for the inspiration! I’m Elsa, and I love creating heartfelt stories with a touch of humour. ✨Available to work on new amazing books!✨ 🎨 somebodyelsa.com Rep’d by Tracy Marchini Literary #kidlit #kidlitart

Hello! Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day ✨️ I'm Ada, I'm a Filipino freelance illustrator available and looking for work. This month's postcard is Mermay inspired 🧜‍♀️ Represented by Pyro Represents 📨: [email protected]

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm changing things up this month to show off some of my monsters! Here's a Hydra I recently created for my MG portfolio. Open for 2026/27 projects. View my portfolio at saralynncramb.com. #kidlitart #illustration #fantasyart #childrensbooks #greekmythology

The books we read as children shape the readers---& people!---we become. Stop demeaning kidlit. Stop acting like anything meant for children is "lesser." Stop acting like children themselves are "lesser." I am THIS close to screaming incoherently in the face of anyone who does this from now on.

Looking for ways to keep kids reading this summer? The @wearealsc.bsky.social 2026 Summer Reading Lists are out, organized by age and ready to share with families, students, and your community. Free to download at https://www.ala.org/alsc/publications-resources/book-lists/summer-2026 📚💙

#books #read #write #authorlife #blueskywriters #booksky

Hi-ho #kidlit, another reminder from me that this Thursday is #KidLitArtPostcard day.

Rice Field Mirror (2020) Available as art print: www.inprnt.com/gallery/ryot...

Are you a #kidlit editor, agent, art director, or designer? Do you want a reminder sent to you the morning of every #KidLitArtPostcard day? kidlitartpostcard.beehiiv.com/subscribe

‼️REMINDER‼️ Get ready for Indie Kids Book Buzz Fall 2026! Register: https://ow.ly/1Q0c50YKoAM 📚 Hosted by librarian and former bookseller Heidi Ashton Yoon, 5 publishers will chat about their forthcoming books! P.S. All LIVE participants will be entered for a #BookGiveaway 🎉 #IndieKidsBookBuzz

I'm hiring for a small freelance project! Are you an artist who does amazing typography design AND are vehemently opposed to generative AI? Please share a link to your portfolio in response here and make sure it includes the best email to contact you, too! 🙏 sharing is appreciated🙏

Happy #portfolioday! I'm Sara, full-time illustrator of kids books and museum displays living in Fairbanks, AK. I'm finishing up my first book of 2026 soon. Always on the lookout for interesting new projects! #kidlitart #sciart

So fun!

Happy #earthday!

Learn more here: uniteagainstbookbans.org/right-to-read-day/

Happy National Library Week to all the awesome librarians who make library visits so special for young readers. Your hard work means a great deal to many. 🤗

It's almost time for National Library Week! www.lynnlovegreen.com/post/nationa...

Authors Against Book Bans has joined dozens of other organizations, nonprofits, publishers, & stores to issue this joint statement opposing HR7661

Hi #Portfolioday! I’m a children’s book illustrator, currently looking for new projects! Interested in kidlit books and any illustration projects I’d be a good fit for. Portfolio: artoftoshi.com/illustration Email: [email protected] Rep’ed by Hannah Mann at Writers House Thanks you😊 #kidlit

Looks like another great webinar coming up! #scbwi #webinars #illustrators #andyjpizza

Happy #portfolioday! I'm Sara, full-time illustrator of kids books and museum displays living in Fairbanks, AK. I'm finishing up my first book of 2026 soon. Always on the lookout for interesting new projects! #kidlitart #sciart

Daily bunny no.3285 made it home safely

Happy Friday! This piece I drew a few years ago for a 100 Day Project where I was looking at climate change. They demonstrates marine life feeling trapped in an ocean polluted with 'our garbage' 🦈🦀🪸💦 #plasticfree #marinelife #illustrator #childrensillustrator #climatechange #nonfictionillustrator

Our Solar System More from THE BIG BANG BOOK Really wanted to capture that beautiful space glow in these. It's something I've always loved. #SciArt #KidlitArt

Artemis II lifts off

Artemis took a picture of us: defector.com/artemis-took...

See ALA's full statement: www.ala.org/news/2026/04...

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! My name is Brittany Baugus and I'm an illustrator specializing in all things #kidlit 😊 Here's a mock picture book cover of a cute toad going on a roadtrip! More work here: www.brittanybaugusillustration.com Contact The Bright Agency for any new project inquiries!

Dear #kidlitartpostcard friends! It's springtime! My name is Ginger, and I am a picture book author and illustrator based in Canada. My favorite is when I can take my shoes off and walk on fresh grass. I'm represented by @soyadriana.bsky.social at ACM Kids & Illo. ❤️ gingerngo.com

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! My name is Ana and I'm an illustrator who loves drawing bright, magical scenes. I love drawing flowers, so I had a lot of fun with this Easter egg hunt scene for this month. 🎨 lobomaravilhaart.wixsite.com/lobomaravilha #kidlitart

For those joining in on the #KidLitArtPostcard day fun this afternoon!

My first time participating in #kidlitartpostcard day! We had a lovely warm Monday here in Toronto which inspired this sunny piece. (Fingers crossed for good weather going forward.) #kidlit #illustrator #kidlitartist

Hello #kidlitartpostcard friends. Here are some Caribbean Reef critters. I’m Katy. I’m repped by Lara Perkins at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social. I like vibrant colors, biodiversity, silly stories, and quirky characters.

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! 💌 Looking for any and all kids illustration projects! 🎨 bryonycrane.com ✉️ Rep’d by Sophie Sheumaker at @bookendsliterary.bsky.social

Today is #kidlitartpostcard day! I love creating art for nonfiction, taking an interest in everything nonfiction. I'm available for book projects from June onwards. Please get in touch! 🦄 Portfolio: portfolio.emmajayne-designs.co.uk 🌸 Instagram: instagram.com/emmajayne_designs #kidlitartist