In a new report on the harm done to creative professionals by generative AI development, the Society of Authors and other trade associations are demanding new regulations to compel tech giants to respect copyright and remunerate authors and artists.

Check out the #publishingforminnesota auction: Books & book bundles, original art, virtual school visits, critiques, AMAs, ms and query reviews, etc. Purchases paid by proof of donation to MN orgs providing legal aid, emergency assistance, food, and community resources to those in urgent need.

After being held in two of them as a boy, I fought for decades urging America to never again build concentration camps and put human beings in them. It breaks my heart to watch this happen twice now in my own lifetime.

Who says you can't do fun things when you self-publish?! Look at that shininess🤩 Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte #kidlit #picturebook #specialcover

Today is the last day to get in on The Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter! All backers will get their books approximately 1.5 months BEFORE the general public🥳 www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...

Today is the last day to get in on The Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter! All backers will get their books approximately 1.5 months BEFORE the general public🥳 www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...

I have to unexpectedly cover a shift at work this morning, so I'm repurposing yesterday's post🫣 Only 6 days left to preorder "The Waga-Laga Bugs" through Kickstarter! All books will arrive in April (just in time for BUG SEASON)!🦋🐞🐜🐛🐝 www.kickstarter.com/projects/120... #picturebook #educational

7 days left!🥳 You've heard the backstory, watched the printing process, celebrated a Kirkus Star with me, and more. With one week left to get your preorder in, time is ticking (but only if you want a copy- no pressure. Pressure tactics make me uncomfortable.) www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...

The news is dire, but books uplift. I’m giving away these PBs and MG books- some new ARCs and some older gems. To enter, L + RP and leave a comment for an extra entry. US only, ends 1/21.

We got a KIRKUS STAR⭐️! Of all the books Kirkus reviews, only 10% receive a star (that includes traditionally published books, too)! Oh! And don't forget... only 9 days left to get in on The Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter! www.kickstarter.com/projects/120... #kirkus #tradereviews #picturebook

Day 8/19: Evolution of a Children's Book Cover There is so much to consider when creating a cover (font, title placement, etc). I love how it turned out! Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte Kickstarter Link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120... #childrensbook #picturebook #kidlit

Day 5/19: My 5-year-olds Favorite Page! It's day 5 of "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter, so I thought I'd share my 5yo's favorite page! The page turn here is a kid-favorite (this is also my toddlers favorite- he yells "BOOM"!). Kickstarter link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...

Day 4/19: My Favorite Spread! We're 4 days into my Kickstarter for "The Waga-Laga Bugs" , so I think it's time to share my favorite spread! Sandra took my text and ran (flew?) with it🐝 Check out the Kickstarter here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120... #honeybees #picturebooks #kidlit

Do you love watching the printing process? Me, too😊 It's day 3, and "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter goal was met on day 2. I'm blown away by the support! Thank you❤️ Our Kickstarter ends on the 23rd, so there's still time to check it out! #howitsmade #picturebooks

Thank you to EVERYONE for all the encouragement, kind words, and support yesterday as I launched my first ever Kickstarter! We're halfway funded in just one day, which is AMAZING! I'm blown away🥹 www.kickstarter.com/projects/120... Illustrated by Sandra Attema #halfwaythere #childrensbooks #kidlit

This bug book has had a long journey, but every setback brought us to where we are now😍 Check out "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter for sneak peeks at the interior, the backstory, and more! www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...

Why does December 31st feel so far away from January?! 2026 is starting off with a bang for me as I prepare to launch my first ever Kickstarter🫣 My campaign will have some sneak-peeks at the interior pages! I'm so excited to show you all!! #kickstarter #childrensbooks #publishing

I started this writing journey in 2021, but 2025 was the year I finally felt like an author. It was a year for the books (literally), and I am SO EXCITED for 2026... the year of The Waga-Laga Bugs! I hope 2026 brings good things to you on this crazy author journey, no matter which path you choose❤️

With #Storystorm on the 1st, my Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter launching on the 5th, and the kids starting school again, January is going to be a BUSY month! I highly recommend you check out @taralazar.bsky.social blog and sign up for this year's Storystorm! #kidlit #childrensauthors #busyjanuary

Recording this sing-along was SO much fun, and I'm so excited for little Yoto users to read and sing along to "Bananas in the Bath"! If you have a Yoto Player, be sure to check it out in the Open Mic section🎉 Composed by: @nitashajackson #yoto #yotoplayer #boardbook

🌟It's Happening🌟 "The Waga-Laga Bugs" will be launching on Kickstarter this month! Visit the link, and be sure to click "Notify Me On Launch" if you'd like to receive an email when the campaign begins❤️ Illustrations by Sandra Attema #picturebook #Bugs www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...

I went 2 weeks with no sales (or so I thought), then BAM! -I sold out at one location, -another wants 10 more books -and someone ordered a book bundle from my website! BONUS: someone let me know their kid carries their copy around AND sleeps with it #boardbooks #childrensbooks #kidlit #publishing

Do you have a #KidLit or #YALit book launching this wk? Or do you want to help boost someone else's #PublicationDay #BookBirthday? Reply below with info + link to the post. Only for books launching Nov.3-9, 2025 #2025-Wk45.

It's a Bananas in the Bath SING-ALONG! Well, a teaser at least😆 This video took a bit of time to put together, so I'm sharing a sneak-peek before I dive into the rest of the book! ENJOY!! #singalong #childrensbooks #boardbooks #toddlers #preschoolers #childrenssong

HAPPENING TOMORROW at 8 p.m. EST. Join us to hear @barbakoffbooks.bsky.social read MAZEL TOES! (illustrated by Annita Soble). Note: this sprint WILL BE recorded. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... @andichitty.bsky.social @ryannjones117.bsky.social

Join us on @StorytimeSprint tomorrow at 8pm as we talk with @barbakoffbooks.bsky.social about "Mazel Toes!" (art by Annita Soble) and hear Audrey read it! We'll also have a Q&A and GIVEAWAY! Don't forget to register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... @ryannjones117.bsky.social #kidlit

I try to do 1 thing everyday for my books (nothing is too small), and today I added them to the SCBWI BookStop page! It was $25 per listing (so $50 for the 2 books). Will it be worth it? Time will tell, but as always I'll let you know :) #publishing #scbwi #kidlit #boardbooks

Susanna Hill's 15th Annual Halloweensie Writing Contest opens on Wednesday! I don't have the bandwidth to write an entry this year, but I love this contest (and all of Susanna's contests) so I wanted to do a quick shoutout! Check out more details here: susannahill.com/2025/10/11/i...

"Rock-a-Bye Forever" is officially open to preorders! This has been such a labor of love, and we're so happy to release it into the world💕 *Preorders will NOT arrive until January* (Link in bio) #boardbook #babyshowergift #singtoyourbabies #kidlit #babies #newbabygift

Just a little promise from us to you👌 This is a screenshot of the copyright page for our upcoming book, "The Waga-Laga Bugs" (TM). It's so important for kids to read my words and admire Sandra's art while *knowing* they're made by us and not AI. #childrensbooks #picturebooks #kidlit #Bugs

Do you have a #KidLit or #YALit book launching this wk? Or do you want to help boost someone else's #PublicationDay #BookBirthday? Reply below with info + link to the post. Only for books launching Oct.20-26th, 2025 #2025-Wk43.

The digital proof for "Rock-a-Bye Forever" arrived, and I am so in love I had to share it with you all🥹 I can't wait to hold this book in my hands❤️ Incredible illustrations by Naya Kirichenko 💕 #boardbooks #singtoyourbabies #lullaby #childrensbooks

It's SPOOKY SEASON!! And what's scarier to an author-mom than ripped books👻Sorry for the awful joke, everyone😂 #halloween #spookyseason #books #kidlit

Psst! I am opening up to unagented children's book submissions *just for the month of October*! This is an exciting experiment. The email to send submissions to is [email protected]. You can find out about what I'm looking for at www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/me...

Got my copy! The text is fun, bouncy just like the illustrations! @andichitty.bsky.social @alexandraelliott.bsky.social

Go Alex!🥳

Yes. This. And also, make stuff. Write poems. Paint with watercolors. Scribble stories in your notebook. Make zines, novels, sculptures, screenplays, cartoons, all of it. Make it with your hands and your own human brain. Doesn't matter if it's good or not. It's YOURS.

500 felt like a lofty goal when I set it, but it gets closer and closer to becoming a reality every day! ❤️

Having accurate backmatter is a MUST for picture books, so I was ecstatic to connect with Professor Kristen E. Reiter on this journey! "The Waga-Laga Bugs" is entomologist approved! Bugs are *fascinating*, I can't wait to share all about them!🦋🐞🐝🐛🐜 #backmatter #bugs #picturebooks #kidlit

Every little win is a little celebration 💃🥳 #childrensbooks #kidlit #boardbooks #publishing

Now I know why my book wasn't on the shelves when I stopped in to check😂❤️ Gosh, I love libraries. #libraries #childrensbooks #boardbooks #kidlit #librarybook

Guess what?? It's #FallWritingFrenzy competition time!! I'm happy to be co-hosting with the lovely @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social who created this event. Who's excited?? Details to come. #kidlit #FWF #writingcommunity #amwriting #amreading #books #writing #competitions #writerslife #Fridayreads

Such a phenomenal prize! Andi Chitty is a cheerleader for the #kidlit community and a wealth of knowledge about both traditional publishing and self-publishing. AND she has donated a #KidlitChuckleChallenge of a Winner's Choice between these great options. ❤️ Thank you, @andichitty.bsky.social!

To everyone who attended last night’s @storytimesprint.bsky.social - thank you! And thanks to @andichitty.bsky.social & @ryannjones117.bsky.social for hosting. #kidlit community is the best! #owinandthemoon

And bonus! Participants will receive an adorable personalized O’win book plate! Come join us! #kidlit us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Get ready for next month's lunar eclipse with a moon-themed @storytimesprint.bsky.social! 🌑 Join us Monday @ 8pm EST to hear @roseannefrank.bsky.social read her and Friederike Ablang's picture book, "O'win and the Moon"! Register Here:👇 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... @ryannjones117.bsky.social

#KidlitChuckleChallenge prize alert! Wanna self-publish? If so, you want to win this AMA call with @andichitty.bsky.social! She is a wealth of knowledge there! Don't wanna self-pub? Instead you could win a PB critique (she gives the best!) or win a copy of her adorable new book!

Agent @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social generously donated a PB critique to one lucky #KidlitChuckleChallenge winner!

One of my favorite things about BUGS is how stunningly beautiful they can be. There are so many color combos!🤩 (Are you wondering if I have a bug-themed picture book coming out? Yes. Yes I do😂Stay tuned!) #bugs #picturebooks #nonfictionbackmatter