I'm in a very "what extras can I do to make this happen?" phase. ✨️🕯🤞 Anyone know of any events happening soon with pitch to editor opportunities? A few months ago, the thought would have terrified me, and now I'm like, "Let's freaking do this!" 👊 #writingcommunity #kidlit

Comet is tired of taking a backseat to Rudy.🦌 He wants to guide the sleigh and be in the spotlight for once! 🔦 When his sneaky plan actually works, Comet gets everything he wished for! 🛷 ...or so he thought 🫣🌳💥🦆💥 #PosterPit #PosterPitA #CL

Brainy Brenda loves to cook. But today is Gramma McBrains' 612th bday, and Mama says, “Only adults in the kitchen.” 😒 When Brainy Brenda decides to go AGAINST the adult's wishes, she hears the same phrase, “TOO MANY ZOMBIES IN THE KITCHEN!” 👀🫣🧟‍♀️🍽🧟‍♂️ #PosterPit #PosterPitA #CL

After several failed attempts to prove she has a green thumb like her dad, Lila reluctantly accepts a cactus. 😬 By taking EXTRA "safety" measures, Wilfred🌵 would thrive👊 But when Lila wakes to a not-so green, mushy cactus, she realizes… it happened again 😳 #PosterPit #PosterPitA #CL

It's National Siblings Day! 🧒🏻🫶👧 and I'm feeling OUTRAGEOUS! (IYKYK😏) Any #editors looking for a dark, humorous, sibling #PB!? 👀 Inspired by my own 3yo twins who often blame anyone/thing for THEIR mischief 🙃 This PB will have the whole family laughing and on their toes! 😳 #writingcommunity #kidlit

I love agent Adria Goetz's newsletter! Always so inspiring! "BE OUTRAGEOUS! Now is not the time to play it safe. Now is not the time to be a shrinking violet. Now is the perfect time to be outrageous."😏 Using these words as I revise my newest, OUTRAGEOUS #PB! 🌵💀 Be outrageous, #writingcommunity 🙌

I just went to cancel my membership on QueryTracker and looked up when I sent my first ever query. Next week will be exactly 3 years 🤯 In some ways, I wish I've accomplished more, but then I remember everything I've done, people I've met, and WOW! 🫶 #grateful #writingcommunity #kidlit

#writingcommunity! This is a HUGE opportunity! Check out this list! I've said it before, and I'll say it again, even louder... 🗣SUBMIT THOSE MANUSCRIPTS TO PUBLISHERS WHILE QUERYING AGENTS!!! (I promise, it's okay 😉) Good luck, my friends! ✨️🤞 #kidlit bitsykemper.com/publishers/

#kidlit friends tag a friend to tell them about our FREE #springflingkidlit contest with great prizes! Make sure to follow everyone in the thread. @ciaralovesbooks.bsky.social & I can't wait to read your submissions. All info here: sites.google.com/view/springf...

The second feature of March for Picture Books, Printables, and Play--OH MY is here w/ Millie Fleur's Poison Garden by Christy Mandin! 👏 I absolutely LOVE this 'wonderfully weird' #PB & hope everyone checks it out! Be true to yourself, #writingcommunity! 🤗 www.nicolegarnett.com/blog/millie-...

My wonderful client Nicole is officially out on sub! If any editors are looking for a hilarious Christmas book to add to their list, this one may be for you! Get ready to guide the sleigh with silly Comet who is tired of playing second fiddle to the shiny nosed favorite, Rudolph. 🎄 #onsub

Last week was an emotional rollercoaster 🎢 I was hoping to share my most exciting writing news yet 🥺 But, I had to make a very difficult decision 🫣 Regret may come, but I have to believe in my #PB ✨️ Thankful for @amandacarbonell25.bsky.social 🫶 This MS is on sub & ready to SHINE! 🦌😈 Go Comet, go!

I had so much fun writing this piece for @viviankirkfield.bsky.social's #50PreciousWords! 🤗 Inspired by my childhood, with hopes that my kids will have similar experiences. ✨ Night games, anyone? 😏 #writingcommunity #kidlit #writingcontests

Eeek! I can finally share SOME of my exciting news! 🤗 I have signed with the amazing @amandacarbonell25.bsky.social at @belcastroagency.bsky.social !🥳 Amanda's enthusiasm and vision for my humorous #PB manuscripts is just... perfect 🥹 I'm agented!!! 🤩 Let's do this!! 👊 #writingcommunity #kidlit

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!! 👀👀👀👀👀👀 IT'S HAPPENING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I don't have the words yet, but.... IT'S HAPPENING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🥹❤️🦌😈🎅 #WritingCommunity #kidlit #offerofpub

The first feature of February for Picture Books, Printables, and Play--OH MY! is here with Not Quite Snow White by @ashleyfranklin.bsky.social and Ebony Glenn👏 I love this adorable, feel-good story that embraces diversity and inclusion!🫶 Check it out👇 www.nicolegarnett.com/blog/not-qui... #kidlit

Ho-ho-HOLD ON! 👀 Did I just wake up to an email from an editor saying she "really loves" this manuscript and has forwarded it to the acquisitions editor!?!? 🤯 Yes, yes I did 🤞✨️🤗 😏🦌😈 #writingcommunity #kidlit #PBauthor

Eeek! So excited about this opportunity! Thank you to @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social and all the judges!! Congrats to everyone who entered! It's a BIG deal putting your work out there!! 🥳👏 And, it could be YOU! 🤗 BIG things happen when you least expect it 🤞✨️🤞✨️ #PBparty #kidlit

Happy 74th day of January! 🤭🤪 Anyone else feel like this is the longest month in the history of forever?! 🫣🫠 I'm dying for some good news today ✨️🤞 Wishing the whole #writingcommunity a strong end to January! 🙌 #kidlit

The number of times I checked QueryTracker today should be illegal 🫣🫠🙃 #WritingCommunity #kidlit

Eeeek! Today is a GOOD day!!! 🥳✨️ Thankful for this #writingcommunity and opportunities like workshops, conferences, round tables, and live pitches! 😏 Now, to continue the day with the @athomeauthor PB Creators conference! 🤗 Happy Friday, #Kidlit! ☺️

I just SCHEDULED the first issue of my monthly #newsletter W.R.I.T.E. Agent. It will be delivered to subscribers tomorrow morning! Sign up today to receive tips and updates on writing, agenting, and more! LINK: www.SeraRivers.com #literaryagent #amwriting #amquerying #writerslife #news

I love my kids. But when a 2 hour late school start affects my writing time... (Yes, there may be a wind chill of -35F, so I get it, but also... 😭) #writingcommunity #kidlit

When one CP says, "Wow, nicole. I absolutely love (PB title)! It's wonderful. Might be my new favorite of yours."😭🫶 And another says, "Nic, I absolutely love this rewrite!"🥹❤️ I went from a huge writing slump to heavily revising two manuscripts in a week and looove them! 🙌 #writingcommunity #kidlit

Comet’s day is FINALLY here! It’s the Reindeer Games 🍬🎶🪑🛷🤹‍♂️, and he plans to SHINE! 🌟 As reigning champion, he wants another 🏆! But when 🎅 changes the rules, Comet must adjust his strategy, or at least convince the others he did. 😏👀 #P2Ppit #PB #UA #humor

When blaming his lil sis no longer works, Luca finds a new culprit 👉🧸 At least Blinky can’t tattle... OR can he? 🫣 In this CREEPY CARROTS/TOY STORY mash-up, Luca must get rid of Blinky. The problem? Blinky refuses to leave, and insists... "Two can play this game.” 😳 #P2Ppit #UA #PB

Hey #writingcommunity! The second feature of January for Picture Books, Printables & Play--OH MY! is here with A Loud Winter's Nap by @katyhuds! 👏 When I saw this cover, I knew I had to check it out! 🙌 Click the link below for printables & activity! 🐢❄️ www.nicolegarnett.com/blog/mt01m4z...

Hey #writingcommunity! 🗣 I'm offering discounted #PB critiques for the month of January!! 😏 It's a new year! 🥳 Let's get your manuscripts ready for some agent/editor eyes! 👀 Head over to my website to learn more! 🤗 nicolegarnett.com #kidlit

Exciting things in 2025: -1st live agent pitch opportunity 🤩 -1st live MS read to an editor✨️ -Started a Teachers Pay Teachers store: Printables for Picture Books 📚 -Offering individual PB Critiques ($40 for the month of January) 🤓 -THAT BOOK DEAL! (It's gonna happen! 😏) Happy New Year, #Kidlit! 🎉

Picture Books, Printables & Play--OH MY! w/ Elf on the Shelf (not needed, though) is thrilled to feature... Santa in the City by Tiffany D. Jackson & Reggie Brown👏 This gorgeous book is a MUST this holiday season! ❤️💚 FREE printables + activity idea👇 www.nicolegarnett.com/blog/rvgh9pw... #kidlit

Happy December #writingcommunity! 🤗 I'm excited to finish out this year strong! 💪🏼 I just purchased the Picture Book Creators Conference 🤩 PLUS a live pitch opportunity! 🫣 First timer? Yep! 🙋‍♀️ Terrified? Yessssss! 😬 Excited? Ooh yes! 🥳 Ready? I will be! 😎 Who's in?! #kidlit #PBAuthor

Grateful for my #writingcommunity! ✨️ Thank you for: -Following my writing journey 🎢 -Sharing advice and wisdom 🦉 -Supporting Peak Team Critiques 🤓and Picture Books, Printables & Play--OH MY! 📚🤗 -Cheering me on 📣 Happy Thanksgiving, #kidlit! 🦃 Ya'll are amazing! 🥹🫶

Hey #writingcommunity! It's almost that time of year when that pesky Elf shows up and you don't know what to do with it! 🫣 Need ideas? 😏 Check out last year's Picture Books, Printables, and Play-- OH MY! WITH Elf on the Shelf! ❤️💚 8 new #PBs coming soon! 🤗 www.nicolegarnett.com/blog/elf-on-...

Awe 🥹 SO thankful for you, April!! #writingcommunity, find your people and don't let them go. I wouldn't survive this writing journey rollercoaster without them 🫶

Tell me you have toddlers without telling me you have toddlers... 🙃 Also, tell me you're a #PB writer without telling me you're a PB writer. Because, of course, my first thought was..."Do I have a storyline here?" 🤔🫠🧈👦👧 😂 #parenting #twinmom #PBauthor #writingcommunity #kidlit

Welcome new #kidlit friends! Here's a massive thread of #kidlit starter packs focusing on writers. Feel free to add any I miss! go.bsky.app/3EhKVqU

Looking to connect with KidLit Events and Resources right here on Blue Sky? There are so many here to check out and the list is growing! I also have a #KidLitEvents list on my website or subscribe to a list of upcoming events sent directly to your Inbox every Thursday. go.bsky.app/Cb46ric

Last week I got tough feedback from an agent on a MS. It was very different from previous feedback I'd received 😵‍💫 After the initial sadness wore off, I talked w/ CPs & got to work 🤗 Did I ignore the feedback? No. Did I rewrite my #PB? No. Did I use some suggestions & follow my gut? Yep. 🙂 #kidlit

If you're getting ready to submit, check out this @highlightsfound.bsky.social workshop with @hunderdown.bsky.social. Harold is a wealth of information. #kidlit #PB #MG #YA

Happy Publication Day, SUPERMOON! 🦸🌚 Picture Books, Printables & Play--OH MY! is excited to feature Supermoon by Sue Lancaster & Tincho Schmidt, published by @tielmourpress.bsky.social👏 Check out this SUPER fun and education, rhyming #PB! FOUR FREE printables👇 www.nicolegarnett.com/blog/supermoon

An author just let me know that she used the printables I created for her #PB when I featured her book on my blog, Picture Books, Printables & Play-OH MY! at her school visit. 🤗 "They were a hit. The kids loved them." 🥹❤️😭 Day. Made. 🥰 It. Matters. #writingcommunity #kidlit

Thank you to all who entered! 🤗 I offer a #PB critique giveaway on the 12th of each month, so if you didn't win this time, come back Dec. 12th! 😊 TWO winners this month! 🥳 @briefandbookish.bsky.social wins a critique from Peak Team Critiques! And @mikkimcfeve.bsky.social wins a critique from me!

Can you do me a favor? In January, I started an online magazine for kids called Lit Kids Magazine and we now have a Bluesky account! 🥳 Can you please follow @litkidsmagazine.bsky.social and repost? Thank you, #WritingCommunity! #writers #authors #emag #followprettyplease #kidlit

Thank you for the 5 star review, Stephanie!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We loved helping you get your manuscript to its PEAK potential! #writingcommunity, we'd love to help YOU! Check out what we offer at www.nicolegarnett.com/critique-ser... #PBauthors #PeakTeamCritiques

🗣 Critique giveaway! Hey #kidlit, it's the 12th! 🥳 This month, I'm offering 1 #PB critique from myself AND 1 from Peak Team Critiques w/ my partner @aprilberrybooks.bsky.social 🙌 To enter: 1. Follow April & myself 2. Repost this post 3. Comment w/ a GIF of something you're thankful for Mine🙏 👇🧘‍♀️

Hi #kidlit community! Wanted to introduce myself: - #PB writer, mostly humorous 😂 - Back in the trenches 🫠 - Twin mom👦👧 + 1 👦 + 🐶 - I feature two PBs a month on my blog: Picture Books, Printables & Play--OH MY! 🤗 - I offer PB critiques 🤓 Check out my website to learn more: www.nicolegarnett.com

PSA🗣: Potty humor is still a favorite w/ kids! 💩 6yo- Why don't you write a book called GIANT POOP!? Me- What would it be about? 6yo- Other kinds of poops make fun of Giant Poop. In the end, he is so nice and wins! Me- I'll try, bud. 6yo- Please! It'd be so funny! 😂 #kidlit #PB #writingcommunity

Hi #kidlit! I plan to be here more now! The multiple apps is getting too much for me 🤪, and that other app, well... 😒 Hopefully, this is where the #writingcommunity can stay put for awhile b/c I want to see my writing friend's journeys and stay connected!🤞✨️ I love to cheer you on, so say hi!! 👋

This is a big month for me, and I'm feeling all the feels! 🫣😁😩🤩🤪 Terrified ✔️ Excited ✔️ Nervous ✔️ Giddy ✔️ But most importantly... Ready ✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️ #querytrenches #kidlit #WritingCommunity

Ready to take on this week like a NINJA! 🥷 Hosted a Halloween party on Saturday, so running on little sleep 😴, but the list goes on: -Polish query for new #PB 🧸😈 -Write #Halloweensie story -Peak Team Critiques -PBs, Printables, and Play-OH MY! -Mailing list for website #kidlit