Grab some pizza and celebrate w/ me—My book will be released sooner than expected! Look for it Jan 15th! (Preorders available NOW.)

It’s that time of year when you wonder: What kid/teacher/parent could use an autographed picture book for a holiday present? Look for me here on Saturday! (near Loompaland and the super-fun children’s book authors)

Shenanigans on GrandFriends Day. Hope I don’t end up in Time Out. #grandparent

Cancel Disney. Read a book.

Happy Grandparents Day! (I can relate! 6 grandkiddos call me Nan.) A perfect day to show you my next picture book, HANGING OUT WITH GRAM. Published in April 2026 by @schifferkids. Illustrated by Amanda Lenz. #grandparentsday

In case you’re “down the shore.”

Sign me up! More info on my site: Www.NancyViau.com

If any author thinks that they write a book and are done… welp, I’ve just spent the last 12 hours cultivating a list of possible reviewers for a book that comes out…NEXT year.

Tonight!

Cooking for 15 kids/grandkids in 90 degree heat (no AC in vintage beach bungalow) is not for wimps. ☀️

Red sky at night, sailor’s delight. #travel #capemaycounty #NJ

Really nice day signing books on Dune Drive in Avalon. #kidlit

I am the only one heading into the gym wearing a raincoat because 💦💦💦!! Why don’t (young) people wear raincoats? 💁🏻‍♀️

I love this. Rogue ranger is documenting every National Park Service firing www.sfgate.com/national-par...

Farm fresh air. #travel #Pennsylvania

Sunny smiles on a rainy day. #kidlit #authorvisit #PreK #K #1st

Budd Lake, NJ #travel

Found some good things at the #beach today.

Red sky at night…#sunset #nature

Best, and most patient, volunteer ever. #schoolvisit #authorvisit #kidsfirst

When I visit schools, it’s the kids who are the stars of my “show.” It’s my job to inspire them, and if we sing, clap, and pretend while we rhyme, read, and talk books/publishing, they’ll absolutely realize how fun writing is. #kidlit #authorvisits

Easter “bonnet” + new Easter gloves + fancy socks. #easteroutfit #cycling #biking

It was a good Friday.

Someone from decades ago just contacted me to tell me he is buying my books for his grandkids. Dude, you cannot be a grandpa. In my mind you’re still that tanned skinny surfer with beautiful long hair who pretty much didn’t know I existed. #kidlit #beachlife

Got books? Thankful for ALL librarians, but particularly this school librarian for ordering cartons of books for an upcoming author visit. Happy #nationalschoollibrarianday #kidlit

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! ☀️🥨🌊 I’m an illustrator and designer who loves the outdoors, adventure, snacks, all the love, and plenty of weirdness. Currently seeking illustration and author/illustrator representation ✨ crop from a sweet upcoming project with @nviau.bsky.social #kidlitpostcard

St Lucia #travel #caribbean #sailing

Adorable. Fans of Abbott El will like it!

If you like psych thrillers with a little murder on the side, this one’s for you. Loved it. #bookreview #thriller

#NewJersey #authorvisit

Tonight! Meet me at The Free Public Library of Monroe Township! 6:00

#travel #caribbean #royalclipper

When your flight is delayed but you have a great cup of coffee and intense entertainment. #travel #authortrip

Not conjunction junction like on Sesame Street but rejection dejection today. And one was sooo close.😫Happy Friday, anyway. #kidlit #rejection #pb

SUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS! THIS ONE’S FOR YOU PHILLY!

Counting the MANY months until my next picture book hits the shelves. Say Hello to the main character! Illustrator @lenzillustration.bsky.social

Peak book lover joy: That glorious Libby notification saying, “Your hold is ready.” It’s basically a love letter from the library straight to my soul.

Booksellers, authors, teachers, librarians, editors: Do you think a book JACKET adds quality to a book? Esp a picture book? Given the choice, what do you prefer to buy, sell, and read? #kidlit #picturebooks #booksellers #teachers #kidsbooks

GO BIRDS! #eagles

Make sure you use your library cards. Check out books by Black authors, indigenous authors, queer authors and other marginalized communities. Also, ask your local library to buy more titles by marginalized folks. We often buy those requests. Use Libby! A lot! #booktok #booksky

Who else is counting down the days until summer? #beachvibes #beachday #travel

Presenting our poster image for the 2025 Chesapeake Children’s Book Festival. Author Applications are still open through Jan 31st. Apply to be a part of our 10th Annual event. Applications are on our website: chesapeakechildrensbookfestival.com #kidlit #authors #bookfestival #kidlitart #kidlitchat

Top 10 Bilingual Spanish Picture Books www.pragmaticmom.com/2016/06/top-... via @pragmaticmom #Bilingual #Spanish #picturebooks

"Writing a picture book is a bit like packing for a trip in a tiny carry-on bag. … The challenge [is] … making those words powerful enough to carry half the story while leaving room for the illustrations to shine." scbwi.blogspot.com/2025/01/the-... #Writers #Authors #WritingCommunity #Writing

Signed up for a new library card in my (relatively) new town and the lovely young librarian said, “I remember you! You came to my elementary school.” #kidlit

You’ll meet this adorable kiddo in my 2026 picture book. Amanda Lenz is the illustrator.

Sweet early Christmas prez. #kidlit

Hallstatt Austria Need to go back there. #christmaswishlist2025