Authors, I’m closing to Adult submissions July 1. The response has been incredible but that means I need time to read everyone’s queries and catch up. I will remain open to Kidlit for now.

As a new agent at Martin-Newens Literary Management I am excited to build my list! I’m looking to rep Kidlit, authors and illustrators, including Graphic Novels, and select Adult Fiction. Anywho, here are some fun book covers to get my #mswl vibes. QueryTracker.net/query/hollie...

I’m so excited to announce I am now a Literary Agent at Martin-Newens! I can’t wait to build my list from Kidlit to Adult. MSWL coming... (And Benny is excited for his new assistant role.)

Manuscript giving you the cold stare? The dead eye? The stink eye? Time for a revision breakthrough that will makes those eyes pop, jaws drop, and hearts stop. Just three more days to share and tag all your #KidLit #WritingCommunity friends to join the #KidLitZombieWeek fun. #WriterSky #KidLitArt

Sometimes people want to ask me questions about word count like I DIDN'T already write the definitive post on that topic. "It's from 2011, it's certainly outdated" -- lemme stop you right there, whippersnappers: I'VE BEEN UPDATING IT THE WHOLE TIME! literaticat.blogspot.com/2011/05/word...

Here's your rainy holiday weekend reminder: the 5th anniversary of #KidLitArtPostcard is June 4th! I'm suggesting a theme for our illustrations: You, as a kid. Learn more about the event here: www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Hollie, I bring my theatrical background to the page! #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitpostcard

Celebrating #indiebookstore day at the amazing Booksmiths Shoppe in Danbury CT. #books #kidlit

Hey #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Hollie, an illustrator and author. I always thought I’d be a stage mom, natural progression from theater teacher / director but apparently I’m a sports mom. Happy to collaborate on pb to middle grade projects! Happy spring! www.holliemichaels.com #kidlitart

It's your lunchtime reminder that #KidLitArtPostcard is this Thursday, April 2nd. www.ginaperry.com/postcard

Have you entered the #PBParty contest yet? I love how people join from around the world. Where do you live and what genre did you submit? What else do you write or illustrate? You have until 8 pm Eastern to enter. Good luck. :) mindyalyseweiss.com/...

Welcome back to another year of the Trans Rights Readathon! This year’s readathon will take place from March 17 to March 31. If you want to officially sign up, fill out the form on our 🕸️site to join the fun! #TransRightsReadathon #trr26 #TransBooks

First Thursday’s are my favorite - instead of doom scrolling - I’m Kidlit art scrolling and it’s so much better for my mental health. Highly recommend. #kidlit #kidlitart

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Hollie, I love to illustrate quirky, character driven, humorous stories, from PB up to MG. www.holliemichaels.com #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitpostcard

I am hiring a junior designer. scholastic.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Extern...

It's finally time to reveal the #kidlit agent I'm interviewing this week... @laduskevich.bsky.social#kidlit Lindsey shares her path to becoming an agent, her plans for her first year, and everything on her #MSWL. Read to the end for a giveaway!

MGHub's pitch party is back! Last year 50 agents and editors joined us. 66% of our 282 authors received at least one request. All #kidlit genres are accepted! Plus, you can join a critique group to polish your materials! Full details and links to sign-up are on our site: mghubpitch.com

Our first #KidLitArtPostcard event of 2026 is this Thursday, January 8th. I think we'll all need the flood of art in our feed by then, right? www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit

A #catsaturday flash back. We took out the ornaments and Obby claimed his spot for the season. Yes, every year we put up our non denominational holiday shrubbery.

2 days left to bid on items to benefit People of Color in Publishing! There're some excellent deals to be had for #writers of adult or kid lit. Don't miss a chance to get a critique from the brilliant @foyinsipub.bsky.social for example! 😍 peoplecolorpublishing.betterworld.org/auctions/poc...

#MSWL I would really love to see some picture books in my inbox right now from authors and author/illustrators. Send me your fresh concepts please. I love humor with BIG heart, dark humor, superb informational fiction, and lyrical stories that tug on my heart. #kidlit

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! Happy holidays #kidlit fam. This one was inspired by the things we do to make our kids happy. Especially this time of year. I am looking to collaborate on PB, to MGs. ✨ also seeking rep✨ www.holliemichaels.com #childrensbooks #illustrator #krampusart #kidart

Tomorrow is the last #KidLitArtPostcard of 2025. My holiday wish is for #kidlit editors, agents, and art directors to connect with illustrators right here on Bluesky. I can't wait to see everyone's art tomorrow! Learn more at: www.ginaperry.com/postcard

Quick evening reminder that next Thursday, December 4th, is our last #KidLitArtPostcard of 2025! www.ginaperry.com/postcard

I’m so excited to broaden my publishing journey! I’m going to intern for the amazing @laduskevich.bsky.social at Martin Literary.

After three years of pursuing a career in agenting I am thrilled to announce that I am now a Junior Literary Manager with Martin Literary Management! Never give up on your dreams!! ✨🥂 #kidlit @valeriebolling.bsky.social @allisonrozo.bsky.social @kterrette.bsky.social @rachelshupin.bsky.social

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Hollie an illustrator and author looking to collaborate on PBs to MG and GNs! All things magicical, characters with big personalities, quirky, fantasy, humor! ✨Also seeking rep!✨ www.holliemichaels.com #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitpostcard #childrebsbook

Let's go #kidlit illustrators, editors, agents, and art directors! Tomorrow is #KidLitArtPostcard www.ginaperry.com/postcard

Happy Halloween!!!!!

Hi #portfolioday I’m Hollie, an author and illustrator in New England. I’m open to picture books and chapter books, and MG. #kidlitart #kidlit www.holliemichaels.com

I find pitch contest overwhelming. I tend to pop in and out. But supporting everyone’s incredible work made it worth it. Fingers crossed for those who got agent hearts. Here is Super Benny rooting for the projects who didn’t get noticed this time. #dvpit #kidlit

An illustrator alerted me to the attached email. Someone is impersonating me! Offering #kidlit illustrators fake deals! This is not me! The deal-structure/schedule is insane. The deadline is quite friendly?! 10 picture books in 3 years?! Please let me know if you receive an email like this!

Hey #KidLitGN creators, we have an early treat. One more week to pitch! After requests to open the event a few days more, we did, for one week. Please subscribe to our website so we can keep you informed and share the pitch event on your socials. kidlitgn.com/2022/08/29/s... #kidlit

Hi #DVArt, I’m Hollie your friendly #ND and #JV #illustrator/ author looking for rep and projects. Open to #PB to #MG ~ When I’m not creating stories for young people, I’m trying to bake things that are sugar free but still yummy. #DVPit #wfh #kidlitart

TOMORROW (Oct 8th) is #DVpit! Any unagented Marginalized writer or artist seeking out representation is invited to participate from 8AM - 8PM ET! Please make sure you review our rules & guidelines before the event: dvpit.carrd.co#faq #writersky #booksky #artistsky #weneeddiversebooks

Calling all #agents, #editors, and #publishers of #graphicnovels for #kids through YA! Check out all the fantastic stories pitched at KidlitGN.com , now through October 31... and don't forget to request! There are over 150 #pitches from over 125 #creators!

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Hollie, and fall is my favorite season! I’d love to work on a spooky or cozy PB, Chapter Books, MG and early GNs… please and thank you! [email protected] www.holliemichaels.com *seeking rep*

#DVpit is 1 week away! We're excited to have over 70+ Agents & Editors committed to participate & boost marginalized creators from dozens of literary agencies and publishing imprints! For the next week we'll be having a #DVparty to get hyped up for the event! more info: dvpit.carrd.co #writersky

PITCHES ARE OPEN! Submit your comics-style PBs, early, MG or YA #graphicnovel projects from now until Oct. 1 at 11:59 EDT Submit at: www.kidlitgn.com #KidLitGN #comics #pitchevent #pitch #MG #YA #PB #GB #kidlit

GN creators, only TWO days left to load your PB, Early, MG or YA #graphicnovel projects at the #KidLitGN 2025 pitch event at www.kidlitgn.com The pitch window closes on Oct. 1 at 11:59 EDT but #agents and #editors can look all month! #pitchevent #kidlit #illustrators #graphicnovels #comics

The next #KidLitArtPostcard event is Thursday, October 2nd. Just over a week away! We will be extending the event through Friday in recognition of Yom Kippur. #kidlit www.ginaperry.com/postcard

It's time for all the October art challenges! My challenge for you is to include diversity in the art you're making. Feel free to go out of order or include diversity beyond what's included in this list. Use the hashtag #DiversifyMyArt or #DiversifyMyArt2025 and feel free to tag me!

We’re back with #ABLArtFest 2025!  There's a lot going on in the world these days, so this year we're offering weekly prompts this year instead of daily ones. Use the #ABLArtFest hashtag and tag @andreabrownlit so everyone can find you.  We can't wait to see what great pieces you come up with!

Prize drop #3! Win a 12-month license to the fantastic Clip Studio Paint EX- software built for making comics! Enter: kidlitgn.com/articles/ Clip Studio Paint is a long-time sponsor of #KidLitGN 's pitch event! www.clipstudio.net/en/ #kidlit #graphicnovels #pitchevent #illustrators

Thank you dear Vivian Kirkfield for celebrating UNIQUE LIKE YOU! Please go to @viviankirkfield.bsky.social to link to her Blog to read & comment for a chance to WIN a signed copy and a 🫏 Stuffy! 🥳 🇨🇴 #hispanicheritagemonth @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social #bookbirthday #kidlitwriter #kidlit #picturebook

Best overheard dialogue I heard in Brooklyn this weekend - “I’m not a Queen. I’m an empress.” Writer friends - What have you over heard recently that got your ears tuned in? #writingcommunity

Hey #kidlit illustrators! We're beginning work on new Christmas/nighttime themed picture book. I'm looking for someone with a painterly, textured, and literary style capable conjuring magic, light, and wonder. Please respond w/ samples + folio link. Please no emails/DMs. 💙❤️ #artcommissions

Invitations went out to over 600 agents, editors, and publishers and we're already getting RSVPs! #Agents #editors & #publishers Drop a DM to be added to our email list. #GraphicNovel Creators: Pitch window opens in 16 days for kids-YA graphic novel pitches on #KidLitGN's website: kidlitgn.com

Less than a month until #DVpit, a pitch event for marginalized creators looking to find an agent & get traditionally published! Here's a reminder of the rules! For more guidelines & info go to dvpit.carrd.co See you all at DVpit on October 8th, 2025! #writersky #booksky

Ugh. I put this in my calendar and then my NB brain did not check said calendar because I told myself I totally remember what I put on my calendar. Anywho. Good luck to those who didn’t miss it. I’ll try again next time.