Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am a published author/illustrator looking for representation. “I write and illustrate stories about kids who are discovering their distinct gifts and individuality and learning how to embrace their quirky and unique selves.“ More art: berrietr.com

Amazing opportunity from the folks @seasonsofkidlit with a skip the slush pile opportunity. Agent and clans(wo)man Ashlee Maccallum is interviewed by agent and author @literally.lynne.marie for this post Halloween treat (submissions open all of November.)

mailchi.mp/f3abd0bf03f5... Here is my latest newsletter to let you know about Just Ducky book birthday, launch party, events, a new project, and more!

Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm a published author/illustrator who writes about quirky kids and draws them too! I would love to collaborate with you on #pb, early reader graphic novels, early chapter books, or anything you have in mind. Please check out my portfolio: berrietr.com

Today is launch day! Just Ducky: a friendship takes flight is a #picturebook about compassion, listening, and friendship. Thanks for the wonderful people at #cardinalrulepress! Find out more here: tinyurl.com/3s65fv66 #BookRelease #BookLaunch #NewBook #kidlitart #kidlitlaunches #booksky #ducks

Meet illustration agent Kelly Pelsue, who will be presenting tonight's webinar on Curating an Illustration Career. easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2025/09/10/c... @kellypelsue.bsky.social @berrietr.bsky.social

Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! My name is Berrie and I am an author and illustrator working from my home studio outside of Philly - go Eagles! Reach out and we can talk about what I can do for you. Portfolio: berrietr.com Thanks for stopping by!

LAST DAY to register for a CRITIQUE for our in-person Illustrator Day and PB Author Day on 9/27. A few critique spots left, including with Art Agent Mela Bolinao—Don't miss out. Get to know Mela in this interview with @berrietr.bsky.social. easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2025/08/19/c... #kidlit

See you in Happy Valley tomorrow at 2:30 PM! Stories! Crafts! Meet authors and have them sign your books! @andreadenish.bsky.social @melissatrempe.bsky.social @berrietr.bsky.social @lauraparnum.bsky.social @vzauthor.bsky.social #KidLit #authorevent #authorlife #librarylove #paisleysbigbirthday

Want to take your illustrator or PB author career to the next level? Come to our event on 9/27 in Lancaster! We'll have PRH Art Director Véronique Sweet to review illustrator work. Find out more in this interview with Véronique by @berrietr.bsky.social easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2025/07/09/c...

Hello - it's #kidlitartpostcard day! I am a published author/illustrator looking to work with you on any projects you have in mind. I have several manuscripts and dummies ready to go. I would love to work with you on #pb #boardbooks #earlychapterbooks #earlyreadergraphicnovels More art: berrietr.com

Thank you @kidlit411.bsky.social for featuring my banner entree and interviewing me for the July kidlit411.com blog. I appreciate the thoughtful and fun questions penned by @sylvialiu.bsky.social. @kidlitart.bsky.social

Join the fun at the ALA event Philly convention center! #bookswag #authorsignings 🍓We'd love to see you at booth 2366—June 26-30 #pennsylvaniaauthors #pennsylvaniaillustrators 📚Thanks to @berrietr.bsky.social #bellaandBlue #scbwi

Saturday: @jrbarr.bsky.social (9-11am), @ellenlramseybooks.bsky.social (9-11am), Patricia Kreiser (11-1pm), @heatherstigall7.bsky.social (11-1pm), @berrietr.bsky.social (1-3pm), @melissatrempe.bsky.social (1-3pm), @annettewhipple.bsky.social (3-5pm), and @lauraparnum.bsky.social (3-5pm).

As a librarian, I have attended ALA conferences. I always dreamed of being on the other side as a published author/illustrator. A special shout out to Sylvie Randall for making my nails "Just Ducky" for the upcoming ALA conference.‪ @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social‬ @scbwiepa.bsky.social #kidlit

Hello Friends - The ARCs (Advanced Reader Copies) are here! I'll be signing at the ALA (American Library Conference) in Philadelphia. Please stop by to get your copy. Please consider preordering your copy here: lnkd.in/e8x_drCX #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitagents #author/illustrator

#KidlitZombieWeek is almost here! Bring that dead manuscript that you love back to life AND get a chance to win #kidlit prizes. I’m giving away a copy of my Early Reader Graphic Novel Bella & Blue: Bella meets Blue.

Hello #kidlitartpostcard day people! I'm a published author/illustrator looking to work with you on PB, GN, BB, and Early CB. This illustration is from my debut picture book "Just Duck: A Friendship Takes Flight." Thanks for checking out my portfolio: berrietr.com

Wouldn't catch me dead in a graveyard full of zombies! Not even the paper kind.😏 Come on my friends, who's in?🧟🧟‍♀️ #kidlitzombieweek #WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity

Thank you Sylvia and Elaine for featuring my rainy day illustration.

Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm a published author/illustrator looking to work with you on PB, GN, BB, and Early CB. Please get in touch if you are an agent, AD, or editor. Thanks for checking out my portfolio: berrietr.com

It's a beautiful day in Eastern PA and I'm planning on whistling while I take a walk just like Troll. This is the first panel of my Troll and Baby Duck series. I'm working on more so stay tuned!

This illustration is for the upcoming EPA SCBWI conference @highlightsfound at the end of April. I like working on Art Director's assignments. I find some to be specific and other's open ended.This one was more open ended. I chose to illustrate a scene from my developing story - Super Hero Nero.

It's #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m an author and illustrator who enjoys crafting charming children’s illustrations and drafting delightful and engaging stories about quirky kids. I am seeking representation from an Agent, the eyes of an Art Director, and/or the attention of an Editor. berrietr.com

It's time for Member News! Check out these exciting things from our members this month! easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2025/03/31/m... @berrietr.bsky.social @annelambelet.bsky.social

It's Spring and time for a new newsletter filled with...news. You can view the newsletter with this link: mailchi.mp/ea40902feef8... ,subscribe on my website under the contact tab, or send me your email - [email protected]. Thanks for checking out my new news and thanks for being a fan!

Hi Friends, Here is my blog post about writing about quirky kids. I talk about my son interrupting me during story time which lead to my story Just Ducky: A Friendship Takes Flight and other ideas gathered from being a mom and a librarian. #kidlit www.rateyourstory.org/single-post/...

Yay! It's #kidlitartpostcard day. I am a published author/illustrator looking for representation. I would love to collaborate with you in creating great quality picture books, early reader graphic novels, board books, or whatever you need. Thanks for checking out my portfolio - www.berrietr.com

Happy #kidlitPostcard day! I'm a published author/illustrator looking for representation. This is an illustration from my upcoming debut picture book "Just Ducky: A Friendship Takes Flight (Cardinal Rule Press- 10/2025). #kidlit Thanks for checking out my portfolio - berrietr.com

This is my portrait of Dr. Harvey Wiley one of the founders of the FDA. I encourage everyone to watch The Poison Squad on American Experience on PBS which highlights the work of chemist Harvey Wiley and what life was like before our food was regulated by the US government.

There is finally snow in Eastern PA! This is an illustration that I created a couple of years ago with my characters - Lola & Louie. I drew these same characters for years to help me make consistent characters.

Yahoo! Round two of my illustrations for Just Ducky: A Friendship Takes Flight are submitted! This book was a lot of work (aren't they all?) and I'm so happy to be working with the wonderful staff @cardinalrulepress For those who have encouraged me, I thank you with my whole heart.

It's very cold here in Eastern PA (as it should be in January mind you). I don't mind but I feel the need to get up and dance every couple hours while working on a deadline for my upcoming picture book - Just Ducky. Gigi teaches Bella & Blue her dance moves after she slips a tape in her boom box.

Hello friends, Did you know that I have a Pinterest page for my artwork? Please take a moment and follow me. Thank you!! www.pinterest.com/btorganranda... #kidlitart⁣ #picturebookartist⁣ #picturebookart⁣

Hello #kidlit friends - I designed this dino pattern for one of my characters for my picture book debut - Just Ducky: A Friendship takes Flight. I had a blast designing the characters and their outfits for this story. #cardinalrulepress #picturebooks #dinosaurs

Hey happy #kidlitpostcard day- I’m a published author/illustrator looking for an agent or editor. Please check out my portfolio berrietr.com Thanks!

I did it! I submitted my color spreads for my upcoming debut picture book - Just Ducky: A friendship takes flight. My manuscript was chosen out of 1K submissions during @cardinalrulepress open submission time. You can preorder Just Ducky on the Cardinal Rule Press website.

Hello #KidLitArtPostcard friends, I am a published author/illustrator who is seeking representation and/or a picture book, board book, early graphic novel, assignment. I have several dummies ready to go to share with you. Thank you for taking a gander (pun intended). #picturebookartist⁣ #kidlit

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm a published author/illustrator looking to collaborate on a project with you. I love to create stories and characters about kids, babies, families, and critters.

I had a blast coming up with three new chapters for Bella & Blue in the next book of Bella & Blue's antics. You'll have to be patient with the process because it is schedule to launch in October 2026! @littlepresspublishing #bellaandbluebook #childrensbooks#kidsbookshelf #kidlitart⁣

I love this fortune cookie quote. When I first started this journey I was intimidated by illustrators and their portfolios. As I worked on making connections and practicing my art I felt less shy about presenting my work. #kidlitart⁣ #littlepresspublishing

Hello! This is my first post on Bluesky. I am an author/illustrator working from my home studio in Media, PA. I would love to collaborate with you to make beautiful, meaningful, humorous books for children. You can check out my website berrietr.com #kidsbooks #babybooks #kidsbookshelf #kidlitart⁣