THE KING OF THE DUMPLIN is a joyful #PB about Jo. He loves 🇯🇲 dumplin so much he declares himself their king. Determined to make them by himself to celebrate Int’l Dumpling Day, he struggles. Through perseverance and teamwork he learns to prepare a perfect dumplin feast with his family. #DVPit #STEM

Despite his mother’s rush, THE BOY WHO STOPS TO SMELL THE FLOWERS embraces nature. He pauses to savor every flower, bug, and breeze. Through his unhurried journey, his mom learns to slow down, notice small wonders, and find joy in everyday moments. Together, they bloom. 🌺 3-7yo. #DVPit #PB #SEL #POC

8yo Jo is a self-proclaimed KING OF THE (Jamaican) DUMPLIN. When he insists on making them all by himself for his class dumpling party, his family tells him he’s too “likkle bit” and then—his dough flops. With heart, humour and a sprinkle of flour, Jo learns it’s ok to ask for help. #DVPit #PB #STEM

“Not now,” yells mom. Despite her rush, this 4yo doesn’t hurry. He doesn’t worry. He pauses to savor every flower, bug, and breeze. Through his unhurried journey, he reminds us to slow down, notice small wonders, and find joy in simple moments. 3-7yo. 306wd. #DVPit #PB #POC #SEL 🌼 🐞🌱

TINGA LINGA LING. I am the KING! Of the Jamaican dumplin, that is. 8yo Jo writes them songs and eats them boiled or fried. When he tries to make them solo for his class, his dough flops. With heart, humour and help, Jo learns family is the secret ingredient. 😉 916 wd #DVPit #PB #POC #STEM

This year, I learned about and submitted to @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social #PBParty25. My manuscript wasn’t accepted, so imagine my surprise when I found out that I’d received an Hon mention! It was a timely reminder that I’m getting ‘close’ and that I’ve got to keep at it! Grateful 🙏🏾❤️

Last year I learned about and applied for a mentorship with @pbrisingstars. I didn’t get a mentorship, but was pleased (and proud) that I rec’vd an Hon Mention. I wasn’t going to apply this year, but couldn’t resist and in a couple of days I find out if this will be my year. #PBRisingStars25🤞🏾🙏🏾

You can’t go wrong with a Jamaican Patty, and you can’t go wrong with Nadia’s ‘Patty Dreams’! 😉😋❤️

@caitdarfler.com a geologist 👀 my son has developed quite the obsession with all things geology 🪨 he also asked me if I could find a geologist for him to talk to. 😅 I haven’t had any luck as yet, but you’ve popped up on my timeline so I think there may be hope. 😬

How did you celebrate CIBD 2025? 📚 I celebrated my debut PB, Ready, Set, Mango!🥭ill. by Raz Latif in the most epic way—at TO’s Black-Owned Indie Bookstore, A Different Booklist. Y’all, it was perfect☺️🫶🏾 I have so much gratitude.🥹 My heart is full!❤️ #CIBD2025 #kidlit #canlit #diversekidlit #TOLitUp

How did you celebrate World Book Day on Apr 23rd? 🌍📚 I got to celebrate my debut picture book, Ready, Set, Mango!🥭 in the most epic way—with my school community. 🏫 Truly special, y’all ☺️🫶🏾 #worldbookday #kidlit #canlit #ownvoices #diversekidlit

I spent my debut book birthday celebrating with my school community. What a blessing 🥰🙏🏾✨ #kidlit #canlit #debutpicturebook #bookbirthday #pubday

New blog!🚨 A day before my book birthday 🎉🥳☺️

Last call! The auction closes tonight at 9pm ET.

Check out these Spring releases from Picture Books, Eh! #CanKidLit #kidlit

Guess who’s in the latest print issue of Writer’s Digest? Yep—me! Still pinching myself! If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to bring a picture book to life, flip through the May/June issue and check out the Breaking In column by Moriah Richards. #kidlit #diversevoices #debutauthor #canlit

We got a Kirkus Review 🙌🏾✨ Check out the full review here: www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews... #kidlit #canlit #debutpicturebook #diversekidlit

Here’s one of my favourite scenes! ☺️ #kidlit #debutauthor#canlit

✨ Magic happened last week. ✨ A Jr student, "O," spent the day with my class. He loves reading & dreams of writing books but didn’t feel “good enough” yet. I showed him my childhood books + Ready, Set, Mango! 🥭 His shock, his laugh, his joy—pure magic. ✨ Sometimes, the best moments are unplanned. 💛

And here’s a peek inside 👀 c/o super talented illustrator @razlatif.bsky.social ☺️🥭

📢 COVER REVEAL! 🥭📖 Meet Tee & Dee—playful, competitive cousins on a mission to find the perfect mango! Who will win? Or will they find something… not so sweet? 👀 Find out on April 15th when Ready, Set, Mango! hits shelves! Pre-order now! 📚✨ #ReadySetMango #KidLit #PreOrderNow

This is it!!!! My debut picture book!!! 🎉😬🥹🥰

Giving this a go ✨ …hoping the #12x12 family will help me stay accountable. ✍🏾 #kidlit

#GIVEAWAY To celebrate the launch of #PictureBooksEh 2025 we’re giving away manuscript crits and PBs! Details on website (link above). To enter: 1. follow @picturebookseh.bsky.social 2. like + re-post this post (extra entry for tagging a friend) 3. Winners ann. Feb. 10 at 9 am #kidlit #cankidlit

For the first time in years, I revived the Portuguese NYE tradition of 12 wishes with 12 “raisins”. Though at 8pm, using dried 🫐 (and later 🍇!). 🙃 The kids joined with juice + ginger ale, and it felt great to revisit this tradition tied to my writing journey. 2025, let’s make it happen! 💫

Nearly 400 books removed from school libraries in one Tennessee county. Based on my skim of the list, most of them appear to be books by women, authors of color, &/or LGBTQ+ authors. www.nashvillescene.com/news/pithint...

Hey, remember how librarians and I were warning everyone that mass book-banning is just step one of a fascist government takeover? Well, some of the same book-banning orgs we warned you about are on the advisory board for Project 2025, whose leader calls it a "second American Revolution.”

“Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.” - George Bernard Shaw.🌱

I didn’t get a mentorship, but out of 2000+ applicants, I got an honourable mention! Yay, me! 😊❤️ #kiidlit #pbrisingstars

I believe the time has come for me to sort out my author website. Any tips? Do’s and Do Not’s? 🤔

I wasn’t dreaming. My debut PB really seems to be coming out next Spring! #kidlit