PIPPO'S PERFECTLY PECULIAR DAYS is out today! Pippo is a shrew whose routine is suddenly disrupted by peculiar events that compel him to draw on his inner resources to navigate uncertainty. Published by @harperkids.bsky.social #picturebook #bookbirthday #kidlit

Happy Book Release to The Chemistry Between Art and Science, an author-illustrated picture book debut by Jen White! Out now, from Holiday House!

Happy Book Release to The Daddy-Daughter Dance, written by Malcolm Newsome and illustrated by Jenin Mohammed! Out now, from Henry Holt!

Happy Book Release to César's Cerulean Surprise, written by Jenny Lacika and illustrated by Laura Sandoval Herrera! Out now, from @charlesbridge.bsky.social!

Hooray for the new release, EVERY BODY MOVE! written by Jenna Elyse Johnson, illustrated by Ananya Rao-Middleton, and sung by Audra Mariel! Out from Barefoot Books now!

Celebrating the new picture book JUST KEEP GOING written by Lynne Smith and illustrated by Lauren Gallegos!

Happy Pub Day to JUST KEEP GOING! This book is a reminder to myself that this is really all I can do at times. This career I’ve chosen is hard, with lots of ups and downs, and the only way through is to keep my head high, take one step at a time, breath, envision what I want, and Just. Keep. Going.

I have a NEW LOGO!! I’m keeping the general theme because it still feels like “me”. I’ve changed my business to “Studio” instead of “Illustration” because it’s shorter and I do more than just illustration! I was also encouraged to change my giraffe to a fox, which is my favorite animal. #kidlitart

Pippo's Perfectly Peculiar Days got another lovely review, this time from The Horn Book! It's available for pre-order wherever books are sold! www.harpercollins.com/products/pip... #picturebook #kidlit #kidlitart

Use code PREORDER25 before 5 September to get 25% off when you PREORDER HERE: www.barnesandnoble.com/w/rodeo-hawk... I think it’s BN members only but I’m pretty sure it’s free to sign up to be a member.

Every Body Move! by Jenna Elyse Johnson & Ananya Rao-Middleton www.barnesandnoble.com/w/every-body...

Bandage Buddies by Kathryn Rammell www.barnesandnoble.com/w/bandage-bu...

Where They Gather by Teresa Rodrigues & Jamiel Law www.barnesandnoble.com/w/where-they...

So excited to share some upcoming picture books to check out during the B&N preorder sale! Where They Gather by Teresa Rodrigues & Jamiel Law Bandage Buddies by Kathryn Rammell Every Body Move! by Jenna Elyse Johnson & Ananya Rao-Middleton www.barnesandnoble.com

˗ˏˋ ★ ˎˊ˗ COVER REVEAL!!!!! ˗ˏˋ ★ ˎˊ˗. I'm happy to share the cover of our upcoming book with @jasharawan that beautifully captures the essence of finding home in a new land. Mark your calendars! This book will be released in March 2026.

History’s Most Epic Fails hits shelves exactly a week from today! LENGTHY PREORDER LINK INCOMING: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/hist...

One more piece from MOONBOW! Available to be acquired! #kidlit #kidlitart

I wrote Pippo's Perfectly Peculiar Days during the time when I felt so much anxiety with uncertainty or peculiar events happened in my life and the world. Life is always complex and sometimes peculiar. #picturebook

Have you hugged the trees, picked the wildflowers, watched the clouds, and stargazed before the summer ends? www.lennywen.com/wolfgang-in-... #illustration #picturebook #summerween #ghost

Finally sharing some art I made last year. MOONBOW is a pitch collaboration with @cassimccreight.bsky.social through @thecatagency.bsky.social This manuscript is still on the table, so let us know if this piques your interest!

Question for KidLit authors and illustrators! What swag do you like giving/getting at book events besides bookmarks and stickers?

Event coming up this Saturday morning - portfolio prep help w/ @christiemegill.bsky.social of @thecatagency.bsky.social. Register: www.scbwi.org/events/portf... We still have a couple of open slots for one-on-one VIRTUAL PORTFOLIO REVIEWS via Zoom w/ Christie on 8/27. #kidlit #scbwiohionorth

KIRKUS REVIEW!!!🥹 Rodeo Hawkins and the Daughters of Mayhem hits shelves 9 September and you are going to want to pick up this epic ruckus. Preorder today at Barnes & Noble (US) , Indigo (Canada), Blackwells (UK & worldwide), or your local indie bookshop!✨ www.barnesandnoble.com/w/rodeo-hawk...

Mock Cover Reveal from an old painting! Enjoy the process 🤗

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Shauna Lynn and I love illustrating whimsical worlds and historical settings. :) Repped by @chadwbeckerman.bsky.social @thecatagency.bsky.social shaunalynn.com

We still have spaces open for people looking to attend this Saturday’s PORTFOLIO PREP event with @thecatagency.bsky.social agent @christiemegill.bsky.social, both virtually and in-person: www.scbwi.org/events/portf... #kidlit #illustrators

I made the drawing for International Cowboy Day yesterday. #kidlit #picturebook #graphicnovel #picturebooks #childrensbookart

An early Christmas present arrived! Just in time to celebrate Christmas in July and for the book release on Aug. 1st! @thecatagency.bsky.social

A little summer time disaster for you! Always keep one eye on the ocean guys! Promo piece for @thecatagency.bsky.social on the theme of “Disaster” #kidlit #kidlitart

⚡️🩰 Cover Reveal! 🩰⚡️ This gorgeous new cover has sparked so much joy! Make sure to preorder your copy of I SPARK LIKE LIGHTNING, releasing April 7th, 2026 from @freespiritpublishing ⚡️🩰

Happy #kidlitartpostcardday friends! I’m Delphine and I love to draw everything about childhood, especially the joy of being a kid. When it sizzling outside, there is nothing better than a chilled watermelon 🍉 . I’m rep’d by Aliza Hoover at @thecatagency.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitart

Been pretty heads down working on a picture book dummy, but managed to pull together something for #kidlitartpostcard! Here's a character study of my anxious possum son. Open to PB and book cover projects!! 🤠 www.reaganlehman.net 🐈‍⬛ Rep'd by @christiemegill.bsky.social, @thecatagency.bsky.social

Can you tell I've been fascinated by illuminated manuscripts lately? ✨ I'm obsessed with decorative borders, and I'd LOVE to illustrate a book in this style. #kidlitartpostcard 🌿 www.reaganlehman.net 🦌 Rep'd by @christiemegill.bsky.social 🐈‍⬛ For @thecatagency.bsky.social's 100 things prompt

Mom: Oh, isn’t he the cutest thing EVER?! Dad: Welcome to the world, buddy! Nugget: Wassup 😅 It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! Hello, I’m Delphine. Hire me for PB or BB featuring cute and mischievous animals with PERSONALITY. For @thecatagency.bsky.social prompt for May. #kidlit #kidlitart

Join us in celebrating the release of Rob Sayegh Jr.’s newest heartfelt picture book, DAWN PATROL: A FATHER AND DAUGHTER SURFING STORY! Out TODAY from Candlewick Press! @robsayart.bsky.social

Happy Book Birthday to picture book CAMP GRANDMA AND GRANDPA, written by Gina Bellisario and illustrated by Chloe Burgett, from Two Lions!

Congratulations to Jyoti Chand and Tara Anand on their graphics novel debut FITTING INDIAN hitting stores today, from HarperAlley!!!

Announcing BENEATH THE SAME ROUND MOON by @jasmineifang.bsky.social, illustrated by Rồng Phạm & Vinh Nguyễn! This story captures the heart of family connection during the Mid-Autumn Mooncake Festival, celebrating ways families can be together. @naomijkrueger.bsky.social @astoundus.bsky.social

Announcing AT FIFTEEN by Remy Lai and illustrated by Basia Tran! In this YA graphic novel, 15-year-old Frankie tries to escape the realities of her father’s cancer diagnosis by throwing herself into her first romantic relationship. Publication is scheduled for fall 2027.

THE TONTINE CAPER by @diannesalerni.bsky.social; illus. by @mattschu.bsky.social (Holiday) www.hbook.com/story/2025-s... #SummerReading #HBFamilyReading #FamilyReading #kidlit #Intermediate #MiddleGrade

In the mountains of Joseon, one girl’s heart will be tested—by manners, wisdom… and sleep. A sweet and funny retelling of The Princess and the Pea—with a Korean twist! The Princess and the Grain of Rice, on shelves February 10, 2026 from FSG, Macmillan @thecatagency.bsky.social

Some of @robsayart.bsky.social ‘s #picturebooks, and what he made last time he was on Gab ‘n’ Doodle! Join us live Thurs 5/8 at 8pm on Instagram! Ask us anything! @thecatagency.bsky.social @penguinkids.bsky.social @latenightseth.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #art #childrensbooks

Thurs 5/8 at 8PM ET I'll be joined by my pal, #kidlit author/illustrator Rob Sayegh Jr. @robsayart.bsky.social on Instagram Live Rob’s back with a new book & skills to pay the bills. Tune in & ask questions! #kidlitart #illustration #picturebooks @thecatagency.bsky.social @penguinkids.bsky.social

Hooray for the picture book NEW, written and illustrated by #1 New York Times Bestselling creator Niña Mata!

Celebrating this new picture book, A BANQUET FOR CECILIA: How Cecilia Chiang Revolutionized Chinese Food in America, written by Julie Leung and illustrated by Melissa Iwai!

Happy Book Birthday to OUTSIDER KIDS, written and illustrated by Betty Tang!

Happy Book Birthday to LITTLE BIRD LAILA, written by Kelly Yang and illustrated by Xindi Yan!

Happy Book Birthday to WONDER WHY, written by Lisa Varchol Perron and illustrated by Nik Henderson!

Happy Book Birthday to THE FORGOTTEN SUMMER OF SENECA, a novel written by Camryn Garrett, featuring cover artwork by Jenis Littles!