Hi all! I’m Jo and I’m an author and illustrator of picture books. I love creating stories and art with whimsy and heart. I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social and my website is jorenfro.com #kidlitartpostcard

Publishing for Minnesota auction is LIVE! Ends Friday at 11:45. So many great items from authors, editors, agents and illustrators! Check them out! www.32auctions.com/organization...

Let’s support Minnesotans! Incredible auction items on this website. Auction goes live Thursday. Check it out at www.32auctions.com/publishingfo.... Link to My page is in comments.

This auction for the Mighty Minnesotans goes live this week. So many incredible donations! I am donating signed copies of all three of my Peg books and some cool swag to go along with it.

It’s past time Congress. Do your job. We elected you to represent ‘we the people’ and defend our constitution. If you are too afraid to do what you know needs to be done, then step aside so that someone with courage and integrity can do it.

It’s a scary time for all of us, but particularly the kids in Minneapolis. I would like to offer free 30 minute virtual school visits to talk about picture books. I’m an author and illustrator and we can tailor it to your class. Please reach out. #kidlit

Barnes and Noble is running their 25%off preorder sale for a few more days! The third (and funniest in my opinion) is due out February 27th. Order now for a great deal!

So excited to be a part of this group and all their amazing books coming out this year!

Does he REALLY know who’s been naughty or nice? Gotta take your chances.

Art vs. Artist time again! I love perusing all the great art! #artvartist #artvartist2025

Let the games begin! @kimberlytso.bsky.social

Book/Gift pairings for the win! @camelliakoo.bsky.social

It’s #whiteelephant season. When one person’s trash becomes…another person’s trash 😂 #whiteelephantgiftexchanfe

Almost missed #kidlitartpostcard day, but now I’m home now and checking out all the great illustrations! I’m Jo and I love creating stories and art that is lively, engaging, funny, and full of heart. I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

Remember: Almost all of us are the descendants of immigrants who fled persecution, or were brought to America under duress, or sought better lives for themselves and their descendants. Politicians who stoke fear and hatred over immigration want you to forget this. Do not.

The season is going sneak up fast! My picture book SEARCHING FOR SANTA, is back on my Etsy site! Rhyming text. One dog’s search for the REAL Santa Claus! Didn’t we all wonder why there were so many Santa’s around town when we were kids! www.etsy.com/shop/JoRenfr...

Hi all! I’m Jo and I am an illustrator and author of picture books. I love stories that are filled with heart and humor. My portfolio website is jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social #kidlitartpostcard

Empathy. The ability to understand and share the feelings of others. More of this please. #empathy

I can’t believe we even have to have #bannedbookweek , but here we are. Ugh. Screaming into the void.

#kidlitartpostcard day snuck up on me! I’m Jo and I love creating stories and art that kids of all ages can connect to. My portfolio website is jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

It’s almost that time of year! (Actually I’ve already polished off one bag) I’m curious…which team are you on in the candy corn debate?

Just a little fun art for “thinking of you” week. Be kind to each other out there people! #thinkingofyou #thinkingofyouweek

“…and with that, Norman decided that life in the city was not for him after all.” #kidlitartpostcard I am an author and illustrator of picture books but would love to do board books and chapter books as well! My website is Jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

I'm putting this out into the Universe. I'm looking for a design job at a publishing company specifically for children's books. I have experience, creativity, and am passionate about books for kids. Thank you! #designer #illustrator #kidlit #kidlitart #publishing #childrensbooks

Hi all! I am Jo and I am an author and illustrator of picture books. I love using humor and positivity to create engaging characters full of heart. My portfolio website is jorenfro.com and I am rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social #kidlitartpostcard

Oh by the way, don’t forget you can ask your library to order nearly any book you want to read but don’t want to buy. And as authors we love libraries buying our books & readers being able to access them through libraries.

I’m so excited! Peg is back next spring and I think this is the funniest Peg yet!

On this day in 1868, the 14th Amendment was ratified. The text is just as clear and relevant today as it was back then. Donald Trump is trying to erase this.

Hi all- I am Jo and I love creating stories for picture books and board books with characters that are expressive and fun! #portfolioday My website is jorenfro.com and I am rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

Hi all-I’m Jo and I am an illustrator and author of picture books. I love creating expressive engaging characters! My website is jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social #kidlitartpostcard

I am excited and honored to have PEG GETS CRACKIN’ nominated for the 2025 Missouri Building Blocks Picture Book Award. It is voted on by preschool KIDS in Missouri Public Libraries. The KIDS!! That’s who it’s all about!

Tisn’t the season! #colour_collective #ccoperarose

We have to protect our wild, natural spaces for generations to come. We can’t allow this to happen. John Muir said, “In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.” Speak up! Call your legislators. Push back.

Finally got a badge done for #HIbadge . Keep creating great stuff all you humans out there!

This amazing book is out in the world now! Get one! You will be glad you did!

It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Jo and I am an illustrator and author of picture books. (And maybe board books someday 🤞🏼) I love creating stories with characters full of heart and spunk! My website is jorenfro.com and I am rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

Next Thursday, June 5th, is the 3rd birthday of #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Illustrators: get that work ready (new or gold!). Art Directors, Editors, and Agents: get ready to make some new connections! #kidlit #kidlitart

With all the ‘stuff’ going on in the world, sometimes I just feel like it’s a good time to repost this. Have a good weekend all! Be the Bright Side!

It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Jo and I love writing and illustrating picture books! But would also LOVE to do some board books!

Excited to be featured on the #kidlitincolor blog! Learn more here about my upcoming picture book WILL & KRILL! Swimming into stores on June 10th! www.kidlitincolor.com/blog @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social

I am so very happy that PEG GETS CRACKIN’ was chosen by KIDS to be a CBC 2025 FAVORITE CHILDREN’S BOOK! I mean KIDS picked it! Nothing could make me happier! Thanks to all the Peg lovin’ kids out there! #kidsfaves @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social

Hi all! I’m Jo and I’m an author and illustrator of picture books. I love creating pictures and stories that kids want to read over and over again! Sorry, not sorry, grown ups! I’d also love to do board books! My website is jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social #portfolioday

I'm Stan Yan. When I'm not working on my own projects, I'm open to illustrating PBs and MG or YA #bookcovers. I'm repped by Ann Rose @annmrose at @TheTobiasAgency My #coverart portfolio: www.stanyan.me/covers My #kidlitart portfolio: www.stanyan.me/kidlit#bookcovers.#coverart#kidlitart#portfolioday

Agree with A.J. 100%. This is a beautiful book in both text and illustrations.

Hi all! Anyone in the KC/Lawrence area…I’ll be at Phoenix Gallery in downtown Lawrence, KS on April 12th. Pop on down and say hi!

Hi all! I’m Jo. An author and illustrator based in Colorado. I love creating characters and stories that are full of heart and sprinkled with humor. #kidlitartpostcard

She’s the best authors! Get your queries in!

So happy that Peg Gets Plucky was recommended for kids ages 3-5 in Colorado Parent magazine!

Happy 1st birthday Thelia!

Go Cory!!!