I was in a 2 hour briefing today on the Iran War. All the briefings are closed, because Trump can't defend this war in public. I obviously can't disclose classified info, but you deserve to know how incoherent and incomplete these war plans are. 1/ Here's what I can share:

Women, am I right? 🏳️‍⚧️✨️ A collection of books with trans women or transfemme leads, not all authors may be transfemme but most are. (1/2)

My first picture book is officially in stores today! This NF book tells the tale of the Tulalip Beaver Project and the healing that happens when we move beavers to a place where they can be free. @mackidsbooks.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social @akaweiss.bsky.social #kidlit 🧪

With 21 States’ Attorneys General signing onto Florida’s “libraries are government speech” argument, it’s more important than ever to pass legislation nationally in support of the Freedom to Read. Here are two bills to write your Congressperson and Senator about:

Whenever I teach a writing or publishing class or workshop, I'm always excited when it sparks something in one of the attendees. Inevitably, though, it sparks (or resparks) something in me as well!

Hank Finds an Egg by Rebecca Dudley is a wordless picture book. It's always fascinating to see a story told only with images. #picturebooks26

Another Caldecott Honor book with Stalactite & Stalagmite by Drew Beckmeyer. I did not expect to get so emotional over anthropomorphized mineral deposits that experience the evolution of the planet and themselves throughout time. #picturebooks26

Get better at exposing yourself to all the different kinds of art this world has to offer!!!!! It will save you!

This is a new one. We authors for a while were plagued with scams disguised as book clubs. "Hi we picked your book for our book club" followed by "we need a lot of money." Today: I got an email purportedly from another AUTHOR. It's definitely a scam. These are so painfully cruel.

What Kind of Car Does a T. Rex Drive? by Mark Lee and Brian Biggs is very silly. I liked how the kids were so much smarter than the grown-up. #picturebooks26

Script if you need it: I’m calling to tell Representative ____ to oppose H.R. 7661. This bill would pressure schools to remove titles that discuss lived experiences that some politicians find controversial. I don’t think trans people are controversial. (contin)

Who's up early and looking for something new to read this weekend? 😊 #BookSky #reading #books ➡️ itch.io/b/3524/hidde...

Today we've immortal girls, sneaky weasels, irresistible futons, and tigers with a penchant for sweets. It's @cuentodeluz.bsky.social, Floris Books & @geckopress.bsky.social in a @pubspotlight.bsky.social preview! #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2026/03/06/p...

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! The Unhaunters return to the chimera hag coven in the park with their tribute. Take a stroll back through these posts to see more kid friendly creepy urban adventures. Seeking representation and work. #MiddleGrade #GraphicNovel #Comics #Illustration

Why We Must Fight to Stop HR 7661 Before It Destroys the Lives of American Children | Literary Hub buff.ly/Vq2IlJU

I wrote a YA modern-day gender-swapped Hamlet, so you'd think it would be Hamlet. But it's not! It's King Lear. (and I also love Romeo + Juliet)

The illustrator doesn’t illustrate the book. An illustrator adds to the story. An illustrator adds the level of emotion. An illustrator adds the colour. ~ Mem Fox

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

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Don’t let rejections get you down. 😉 I’m Brian, I write and draw picture books. See what I’m up to at briankirbystudio.com. I’m represented by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social @bradfordagents.bsky.social

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Hollie, I love to illustrate quirky, character driven, humorous stories, from PB up to MG. www.holliemichaels.com #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitpostcard

The Trans Rights Readathon is hosting a 32Auctions fundraiser to benefit Point of Pride. In addition to items like shapewear, POP provides grants trans folks nationwide. We're looking for donations! #trr26 #transrightsreadathon #booksky

School's First Day of School by Adam Rex and illustrated by Christian Robinson is a fun variation on a perennial topic. #picturebooks26

I’m frightfully excited to share the cover for my upcoming picture book, Ghost Town in the Mountains, illustrated by the amazing Roland Garrigue, published by Sleeping Bear Press!!

Artists! I am looking for a Jewish illustrator for a middle-grade project focusing on Jewish history, practice, and culture. If your style feels fun, MG-appropriate, and both editorial & narrative, please drop a link or DM! (And editor & agent friends, if you have someone to rec, it's appreciated!)

THE HORRIFIC BOOK BANNING BILL IN WYOMING WAS KILLED. IT'S DEAD!!!!!! If your knee-jerk right now is "yeah but so many other ones," cool. *Not right here or right now.* Celebrating advocacy and hard work matters. www.jhnewsandguide.com/news/state/w...

Is there a sign-up sheet for this? A waiting list?

Yesterday, the state of Utah banned four more books, bringing the number of state-sanctioned book bans to 27. These have to be removed from every public library. bookriot.com/utah-bans-fo...

I was not prepared for the wave of nostalgia that hit with those Jungle Book references in Gorillaz's "The Mountain, The Moon Cave and The Sad God." This is a great example of artists leaning into what makes their art weirdly and uniquely human!

Gorillaz "The Mountain" 8-minute short film is now online. Directed by Jamie Hewlett, Max Taylor & Tim McCourt at The Line studio. An homage to the golden era of 2D animation, produced with a hybrid analogue-digital workflow. >> www.catsuka.com/news/2026-02...

Welcome back to another year of the Trans Rights Readathon! This year’s readathon will take place from March 17 to March 31. If you want to officially sign up, fill out the form on our 🕸️site to join the fun! #TransRightsReadathon #trr26 #TransBooks

Help us stand against this national book-banning legislation! buff.ly/6Qxq5FS #library #libraries #read #reading #book #books #lit #literature #author #authors #write #writing

The three chapter books here are all the third books in their respective series—happy evidence that LGBTQ-inclusive tales have staying power. Each offers a different look at what we do when things don’t go as planned. #BookSky mombian.com/2026/03/02/3...

Hey Alabama! A bill passed in your Senate would make it easier for city councils to remove library board members. They'll argue about budgets & accountability, but we know where this going...

I read aloud Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey and The Digger and the Duckling by Joseph Kuefler in my adult education class on writing & publishing children's books. We discuss the similarities and differences between the classic and the more modern picture book. #picturebooks26

Frederick by Leo Lionni is one of those classics that is a favorite of mine. The illustrations still feel worthy of the Caldecott Honor. #picturebooks26

I'm splitting up my posts about LGBTQ fantasy because there are so many releases each month, so here is the March bunch. Book lists in ALT text with page 5 in the comments. #fantasybooks #lgbtqfantasy #fantasy2026 #2026publication #booksky #bookpost #postseries #bookrecs #books

What book promo is like right now: Can I tempt you with a fictional dystopian world to give you a momentary break from the one in which we're living?

It's March, so it feels appropriate to promote my anthology HERE WE ARE: FEMINISM FOR THE REAL WORLD. This young adult collection of 37 essays, lists, comics, and art explores the angles and nuances of feminism. Grab a copy from your favorite retailer: www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/kelly...

"Why are you crying? It's just a kids movie." The movie:

I'm 5 book sales away from hitting 500 in this first year 🤯 If you're into extremely queer and high spice romantasy, treasure hunts, and cozy vibes, grab a copy today!

Let me be crystal clear on something: were this law to be passed, every one of the 13 states with Freedom to Read laws would cease to have those laws to protect them anymore. We have poured so much energy into those state laws–which matter, hear me–but they are not going to solve the big issue.

Octopus Moves by Bob Barner is more of an early reader than a traditional picture book. I loved the illustrations. #picturebooks26

As hard as we are fighting, book bans are having an impact on the books being written and published. To put this another way, a very small number of well-funded people who don't write books, don't teach books, don't work in libraries are trying to decide what books are available for everyone else

Don't miss these 56 exciting new young adult books being published in March 2026! popgoesthereader.com/hot-off-the-... #BookSky #YALit #KidLit

I finally started Oathbound by Tracy Deonn and quickly realized I needed refresher on the first 2 books. I perused a couple for book 1 that were lackluster in details until coming across this one by Simon Teen, which is full of details and has a great voice. #booksky simonteen.com/2022/06/07/t...

We've had a day to pull a few things together, so here's a thread some more targeted info opposing the potential national book ban just proposed in the House of Representatives.

Omg my first “author event” is on the calendar! At my local indie bookstore, Mermaid Books! #authorsky #pagansky #12x12PB The Wheel of the Year: An Introduction to Pagan Holidays comes out March 20th. Ebook preorders available now: www.amazon.com/Wheel-Year-I...

Thank you to @authorsabb.bsky.social heroes @beccacoffindaffer.bsky.social and Ed Underhill, we have some slides that can be shared by anyone about this, with particular reps to target. Let's kill this bill in committee.

It is as bad as it sounds, and freedom to read folks have been anticipating this now for years. Make your phone calls. Send your emails.

I've written up a brief script for anyone who wants to call or write your representatives regarding this bill (yes, even the ones you think won't care). PLEASE DO THIS IF YOU ARE ABLE. This bill *cannot* pass. You can find your representatives here: www.congress.gov/members/find...