True to annual tradition, I am subjecting my family to all of my favorite halftime shows: Bruno Mars, Prince, Lady Gaga and Dr. Dre. I will probably throw in a little dash of MJ too. 😂 Oh & LETS GO PATRIOTS!! Whoop whoop

Nooooo! Not Catherine O’Hara! 😭

I'm donating a Query Package Critique to the Publishing for Minnesota auction happening this week, from Jan 28–30. There's a lot of incredible items up for auction, so be sure to check it out and bid on something great—and even better, support the people of Minnesota right now.

I never really thought I would be plotting out a historical fiction MS, but here I am. Who on earth am I? 😂 I am also chipping away at a fun, tasty, new PB. Woohoo! 🎉

I'm hosting a FREE WEBINAR with @mollyharris.bsky.social and Brooke Hartman about their writing process! Please share! Register for a chance to WIN a copy of both books! You don’t need to be present to win. Recording available after. LINK: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

I just watched @sylvialiu.bsky.social’s webinar “Writing and Revising: Exercises to Unlock Creativity and Push Through Creative Blocks” through @inkedvoices.bsky.social and it was full of so many great ideas! Thank you Sylvia!

***TONIGHT -Wednesday, January 21, 2026 7:00-8:00pm Part 1: Putting Your Ideas on Trial EST with Lynne Marie (the perfect follow-up for Story Storm)*** (Part 2 is cancelled and postponed to a later date); SEE FLYER FOR INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION.

A special shout out to all the #teachers and #librarians who take the time to get to know their students as individuals and to recognize both their learning needs and interests. It's not easy! But it's so important! #NationalPersonalizedLearningDay

Grief There is so much of it right now - for individuals lost, yes, but for much else. I found this quite beautiful. open.substack.com/pub/begininw...

SAVE THE DATE! #SmallPitch comes back for another indie/small press-focused pitch event on January 19-25, 2026 🌊 This time, it will be open to all underrepresented authors from the #WritingCommunity, agented and unagented alike. Check our website for more details ⬇️

“I would not have the career I do now without the librarians & teachers who championed my work when no one else would.” - Meg Medina, during her opening keynote at #scbwiNY26. #LibrarySky #TeacherSky #BookBanning

#StoryStorm has been a fantastic source of inspiration this year! My brain is especially excited after reading this wonderful post by @umurrayhusted.bsky.social ! taralazar.com/2026/01/16/s...

Woohoo! Congratulations!🍾🎉

www.slj.com/story/59-ste... I’m thrilled to share that I Hear the Snow, I Smell the Sea is part of School Library Journal’s 59 Stellar picture books! 🤩🤩

Post a game that you remember playing that nobody else remembers. This was the GREATEST!

FOUR DAYS FROM TODAY #TheMarchforHope will be released! For more about the book: www.valeriebolling.com/the-march-fo... To see the unboxing: www.instagram.com/p/DS2lo-egiTe/ Order here: bookshop.org/p/books/the-... #kidlit #girlpower #womensmarch2017 #womensmarch #voice #newreleasealert

Zinc is going to be my best friend as I try to avoid catching whatever plague my kiddo has caught.

According to my son, it is “Throw Up Day” again today (it was also “Throw Up Day” yesterday) and everyone must throw up at least once. 😆 #throwupday

Unagented PB writers and illustrators, this is one of the best opportunities of the year. Mark your calendars and don't miss it!

Want a chance to win a written critique and 1 hour Zoom with me? Check out my Helpful Picture Book Tips and Tricks post over at Writers Helping Writers. It includes tons of amazing PB resources and ways to make your manuscripts gleam.

Your friendly independent bookstore breaking into your timeline to tell you to take a couple hours this weekend, put your phone in like, a box, or something & read a book. All of this <waves hand> will be here when you come back.

I HEAR THE SNOW, I SMELL THE SEA by @janmilusich.bsky.social illus by Chris Raschka is a lyrical Jr Library Guild Gold Standard Selection abt a blind child who takes joy in the seasons thru her other senses. Interview & ed. resources at www.judybradbury.com/social-emoti... #EduSky #KidLit #Libsky

I have written 3 sentences in a new manuscript this week, thus commencing my baby-stepping back into a writing routine. #kidlit

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm Liz, and I enjoy illustrating quirky animal stories as well as picture book biographies. Represented by Alexandra Penfold at Upstart Crow Literary. lizwongillustration.com #kidlitart #kidlit

Cover reveal! ✨WOWRUS LOOKS ON THE BRIGHT SIDE ✨ A truly wonderful collaboration with talented author Monica Roe and the awesome folks @penguinkids.bsky.social 📚 Out this SEPTEMBER and available for pre order now 🙂 www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/769961... #kidlit #kidlitart #picturebook

Indie publishers, ICYMI, #SmallPitch comes back this month for another pitching session! There's still time to sign up. In particular, we need more #kidlit publishers 👀

Today's #storystorm post by Laura Gehl is so much fun! taralazar.com/2026/01/06/s... I got 4 picture book ideas! #kidlit

This post is packed with awesomeness! 💗 🎉2026 #PBParty contest dates! 🎉PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train happening NOW 🎉Celebrate Guest Crit Master @sylviaichen.bsky.social 🎉Huge giveaway! 🎉Tips for writing a new PB draft 🎉Holiday critique specials mindyalyseweiss.com/critique-tra...

Woohoo! I just signed up! I am always in for an extra dose of inspiration!

Joyce and her axe are perfection. #strangerthings

I was watching “I Like Me” and my son was so confused as to why Bob Wiley, Kevin McCallister and Kevin’s Mommy looked so different than usual. 😂

I have watched Stranger Things and may now safely use the internet.

Every time I wrap Christmas gifts, I can’t help but remember the story about my poor Uncle having to do a second round of Christmas shopping because his kids pointed out: “Dad didn’t get us anything for Christmas! All of these gifts are from Santa!” 🎅 😂

EXCITING NEWS! After a long journey, the story is finally written, and now it’s becoming a book! This book is a call to action for a generation growing up in an increasingly polarized world: to see beyond appearances, and to choose connection over judgment. Thank you @kterrette.bsky.social! ❤️

Clearly the Gizmos need to stick together. #ornaments #christmas

You never know what will come out of a broken crayon. #Uplift More broken crayons, classroom activities: debbieohi.com/resources/re... #EduSky #FoundObjectArt

My son recently announced that he plans on writing a sequel to “Pluto Gets The Call” called “Pluto Has an Asthma Attack.” I hope this gets your seal of approval @adamrex.bsky.social ! 😂 #kidlit #picturebooks

A reminder that picture books make a fabulous gift for the young people in your life! Picture books may not make noise or have lights but kids hold onto them. I have a bunch of fun ones out and so do many other #kidlit creators! Bonus points for buying from an indie.❤️📚🎁

Happy birthday Tamu! This tiny tank is 2 today

What's your favorite underwater creature? For #kidlitpostcard day, here's the evolution of "Squid in Pants." Did I make the right character design decision? Process is everything! This journey began in 2019, and "Squid in Pants" is out now. Graphic by Danna Staaf+C.A. Clark #kidsbooks #squidart

Oh Stranger Things, how I have missed you!

No matter how hard people try to convince us having empathy is wrong, it is right. No matter how hard people try to convince us that diversity is a weakness, it is a strength. No matter how hard people try to convince us that love is limited, it is unlimited.

He is risen

Don't miss @briangehrlein.bsky.social's inspiration and insights into his new hilarious hibernation picture book - This is NOT a Sleepy Bear Book. www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... @littlebrownyr.bsky.social #interview #humor #bedtimebook #kidlit 📚👍

Autocorrect is my archnemesis.

Have 24 seconds of a blissed-out duck, you deserve it.

Well, my brain decided I needed to be up for the day at 4am by performing a rousing rendition of “Cuban Pete” as Ricky Ricardo. And yes . . . maracas were involved. 🪇

Join us today for this fun family event! @newtonvillebooks.bsky.social

The fact that my son has so many books on his Christmas wish list makes me so happy! #kidlit #picturebooks