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Boutique illustration agency with a focus on storytelling morgangaynin.com
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Awe! Itâs Everywhere! Published today from Scholastic: Awe! By
@chanastiefel.bsky.social
, illustrated by Susan Gal. đ This picture book explores A.W.E. â an Awesome Wondrous Empowering emotion!
#bookbirthday
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#booksky
#awe
#pubday
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Awe! It's Everywhere! - Morgan Gaynin
Illustrated by Susan Gal and published by Scholastic, Awe! explores A. W. E., an Awesome Wondrous Empowering emotion!
https://morgangaynin.com/project/awe-its-everywhere/
about 16 hours ago
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Deb JJ Lee @ ECCC J23
16 days ago
Year of the Fire Horse
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Illustrated by Tonya Engel, Writing Toward Justice is a nonfiction picture book telling the true story of Alice Dunnigan, a pioneering Black journalist who spoke truth to power. Written by Peggy Thomas; Pub by Astra/Calkins Creek.
#BlackHistoryMonth
#BHM
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#booksky
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Writing Toward Justice - Morgan Gaynin
Writing Towards Justice is a nonfiction picture book about Alice A. Dunnigan from author and illustrator Peggy Thomas and Tonya Engel.
https://morgangaynin.com/project/writ..
23 days ago
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American Illustration
28 days ago
AI44 winner
@brianbritigan.bsky.social
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
AD Laurie Hawton @lauriej28 Mpls. St. Paul Magazine
@mspmag.bsky.social
On Book Bans and Minnesota An illustration for an article about the chilling effect of book bans .
#illustration
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Josée Bisaillon
26 days ago
Bonjour,
#KidLitArtPostcard
! I'm Josée Bisaillon, a picture book illustrator/author, represented by
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
joseebisaillon.com
morgangaynin.com/artists/jose...
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Another exciting addition to the group:
@joydabby.bsky.social
! Joy is a
#kidlit
illustrator whose style is particularly sweet and cozy, a great fit for stories depicting the beauty in everyday moments and the dreamlike wonder of imaginary worlds. â€ïž
morgangaynin.com/artists/joy-...
#kidlitart
30 days ago
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Welcome to Morgan Gaynin, Carey Sookocheff! Carey is a Toronto-based picture book author/illustrator. Working in pencil and acrylic gouache, she conveys stories and concepts gently through a soft, friendly, hand-drawn style. đ
morgangaynin.com/artists/care...
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#booksky
about 1 month ago
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"The earth changes", he always said as they worked together in his garden. "Like us, some part of it never dies."
morgangaynin.com/project/swee...
#booksky
#kidlit
#kidlitart
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about 1 month ago
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Published today: "Sweet, Sweet Memory" illustrated by Tonya Engel! In Jacqueline Woodson's evocative story about the power of sharing memories, Sarah faces the death of her grandpa and learns that the cycle of life continues like a garden. Pub by
@nancyrosep.bsky.social
about 1 month ago
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Brian Britigan
2 months ago
2025 has flown by đ”
#artvsartist
Extra thanks to my agent Kelly Pelsue and her team at
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
for bringing me on board this past summer! Very much looking forward to what 2026 will bring
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Josée Bisaillon
4 months ago
It's November's
#KidLitArtPostcard
Day! Bonjour ! I'm Josée Bisaillon, and picture book author/illustrator from Montréal Portfolio -
joseebisaillon.com
and
morgangaynin.com/artists/jose..
. Agent - Kelly Pelsue
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#picturebookillustration
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A BIG CHANGE HAPPENED, Illustrated by The Brave Union, helps children who are facing upheaval process their feelings through the story of Wallace the Whale. Written by Darby A. Strickland, and pub by New Growth Press. More from The Brave Union:
morgangaynin.com/artists/the-...
#kidlitart
#booksky
4 months ago
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Out TODAY: The Sinuous Bargain of a Cowardly Prince by debut indie author Kayliani Shi, with gorgeous cover art by Dani Pendergast! This medium-paced, introspective, no-spice romantic fantasy is a subversion of popular tropes. See more of Dani's work:
morgangaynin.com/artists/dani...
#booksky
4 months ago
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Philo promises she will get around to doing her homework... Introducing: Today, I Promise! (Aujourd'hui, Promis!) A picture book written and illustrated by
@joseebisaillon.bsky.social
pub by
@editionsfonfon.bsky.social
Explore more of Josée's work:
morgangaynin.com/artists/jose...
#kidlit
5 months ago
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For
#HispanicHeritageMonth
we wanted to shine the spotlight on the talented hispanic illustrators in the Morgan Gaynin team who bring vibrant cultural perspectives to every project!đ
5 months ago
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Lerner Books
5 months ago
Rewriting the Rules: An Interview with Author Danna Zeiger As someone with cerebral palsy who runs a lab to help others with cerebral palsy, Dr. Kathleen Friel is rewriting the rules, defying expectations, and opening up new possibilities for herself and others. Rewriting the Rules: How Dr.âŠ
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Rewriting the Rules: An Interview with Author Danna Zeiger
As someone with cerebral palsy who runs a lab to help others with cerebral palsy, Dr. Kathleen Friel is rewriting the rules, defying expectations, and opening up new possibilities for herself and others. Rewriting the Rules: How Dr. Kathleen Friel Created New Possibilities for Brain Research and Disability is the incredible true story of how a determined scientist rewrote the rules and followed her dreams.
https://lernerbooks.blog/2025/09/rewriting-the-rules-an-interview-with-author-danna-zeiger.html?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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JosĂ©e Bisaillonâs newest illustrated nonfiction picture book is here! Rewriting the Rules: Illustrated by
@joseebisaillon.bsky.social
, written by
@drzathome.bsky.social
, and published by
@lernerbooks.bsky.social
.
morgangaynin.com/project/rewr...
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#booksky
#STEMbooks
5 months ago
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Brian Britigan
6 months ago
đ Hey there
#kidlitartpostcard
day! I'm Brian, interested in publishing projects of all sorts and now rep'd by Kelly Pelsue at
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
Illustration from "Always Matt: A Tribute to Matthew Shepard" by Lesléa Newman, published by ABRAMS More of my work here:
www.brianbritigan.com
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Our Summer Newsletter is up on Linkedin đ New artists, new books, new editorial, new blogs â catch up on our latest before we celebrate the last long weekend of the season. Image by Victo Ngai from Before I Lived Here
www.linkedin.com/pulse/summer...
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Summer 2025 Newsletter
This summer may have gone by fast, but it sure was eventful. Catch up on the latest news from Morgan Gaynin before we celebrate the last long weekend of the season.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/summer-2025-newsletter-morgan-gaynin-inc--dbkoe
6 months ago
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Happy
#pubday
to BEFORE I LIVED HERE, Illustrated by Victo Ngai, written by âȘ@stacysjensen.bsky.social⏠and published by Neal Porter Books / Holiday House. đ
morgangaynin.com/project/befo...
#BeforeILivedHere
#NealPorterBooks
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#booksky
#picturebooks
#victongai
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Before I Lived Here - Morgan Gaynin
In Before I Lived Here, illustrated by Victo Ngai, a boy peels away each layer of the history of the land his house sits on.
https://morgangaynin.com/project/before-i-lived-here/
6 months ago
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We heard it's
#WorldElephantDay
! Say hello to Elephant from Susan Gal's authored & illustrated picture book, TWOgether, a story about friendship and group play on a sunny day at the beach. See more here:
morgangaynin.com/project/twog...
#booksky
#kidlit
#kidlitart
7 months ago
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Happy
#pubday
to DANCING WITH WATER, illustrated by Tonya Engel, written by Gwendolyn Wallace, and published by Kokila Books! đ
morgangaynin.com/project/danc...
#booksky
#kidlit
#dancingwithwater
#tonyaengel
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Dancing With Water - Morgan Gaynin
Tonya Engel illustrated Dancing With Water, the story of a nonbinary Black who learns the tradition of well digging with their grandfather.
https://morgangaynin.com/project/dancing-with-water/
7 months ago
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Children's Bookshelf
9 months ago
In picture book DANCING WITH WATER, collaborators Gwendolyn Wallace and Tonya Engel âeffervescently detail the traditional practice of water dowsingâ and âdemonstrate the importance of water to all lifeâ
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Dancing with Water by Gwendolyn Wallace
Wallace (Joy Takes Root) and Engel (Yaya and the Sea) effervescently detail the traditional practice of water dowsing in this co...
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Jock the Croc: How a crocodile became a Scotsman and how it could happen to you! Illustrated by Evgenia Penman, whose expressive style reflects the humor and surreal charm of the story. See more here:
morgangaynin.com/project/joc-...
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#childrensbooks
8 months ago
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SCBWI-Ohio North
8 months ago
Meet
#SCBWIOhioNorth
conference faculty: Kelly Pelsue, Agent, Morgan Gaynin
@kellypelsue.bsky.social
⏠/
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
⏠Critiquing: Illustrators - anyone with a portfolio (beginner or professional) For more info:
www.scbwi.org/events/2025-...
#SCBWI
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#booksky
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Welcome to Morgan Gaynin, Evgenia Penman! Evgenia is a London-based illustrator with a lighthearted, cheerful style which highlights the pure silliness, exploration, and fun of childhood. Explore her portfolio:
morgangaynin.com/artists/evge...
#kidlitart
#picturebookart
#childrensillustration
8 months ago
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Brian Britigan
8 months ago
Ope! Didn't see ya there,
#portfolioday
đ I'm a Minneapolis-based illustrator focused on editorial and publishing projects along with the occasional animation or gallery show. And I'm now represented by
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
! More of my stuff here:
www.brianbritigan.com
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Happy publication day to NO MORE CHAIRS - a story about a teacher who made a lifelong practice of inclusion after a childhood encounter with racism. Susan Gal partnered with
@littlebrownyr.bsky.social
and author Dan Gill to illustrate this true story.
morgangaynin.com/project/no-m...
8 months ago
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So many beautiful books to see at
#ALAAC25
#ALA25
! Illustrated by
@joseebisaillon.bsky.social
,
@gabydalessandro.bsky.social
, Susan Gal, & Victo Ngai
8 months ago
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We're excited to announce Morgan Gaynin's newest illustrator:
@brianbritigan.bsky.social
đ Powerful visual metaphors are quietly woven into Brian's illustrations, which are a great fit for stories focused on social issues, identity, education, tech, finance, and more.
9 months ago
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Cover art by Caldecott Medalist Rebecca Lee Kunz
@treeoflifestudio.bsky.social
!
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9 months ago
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Keisha Okafor
9 months ago
Hi
#KidLitArtPostcard
Day! I'm Keisha Okafor, a children's book illustrator. Portfolio:
www.keishaokafor.com
morgangaynin.com/artists/keis...
Represented by Kelly Pelsue at Morgan Gaynin
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#middlegrade
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Josée Bisaillon
9 months ago
Another
#KidLitArtPostcard
Day! I'm Josée Bisaillon, a picture book author/illustrator from Montréal Portfolio -
joseebisaillon.com
and
morgangaynin.com/artists/jose...
Agent - Kelly Pelsue
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#picturebookillustration
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"Spring is far more than just a changing of seasons; it's a rebirth of the spirit." âToni Sorenson Enjoy the world in bloom through the charming and joyful illustrations of Simona Mulazzani đ·
morgangaynin.com/artists/simo...
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#childrensbooks
#childrensillustration
#nature
10 months ago
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Josée Bisaillon
10 months ago
It's
#KidLitArtPostcard
Day! Bonjour ! I'm Josée Bisaillon, and picture book author/illustrator from Montréal Portfolio -
joseebisaillon.com
and
morgangaynin.com/artists/jose...
Agent - Kelly Pelsue
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#picturebookillustration
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Keisha Okafor
10 months ago
Hi
#KidLitArtPostcard
Day! I'm Keisha Okafor, a children's book illustrator. Portfolio:
www.keishaokafor.com
morgangaynin.com/artists/keis...
Represented by Kelly Pelsue at Morgan Gaynin
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#picturebookillustration
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"The Earth is what we all have in common." - Wendell Berry Happy
#EarthDay
! We're celebrating with author/illustrator Kristine Lombardi's My Wish for the World, published by Christy Ottaviano Books. See more:
morgangaynin.com/project/my-w...
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#booksky
11 months ago
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Congratulations! My Hands Tell a Story is about a little girl who becomes transported by the tales her grandmotherâs hands tell. This best seller is an impactful tale that honors family and self-love. Illustrated by Tonya Engel.
everychildareader.net/anna/
morgangaynin.com/artists/tony...
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11 months ago
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@joseebisaillon.bsky.social
was nominated by IBBY Canada as the Canadian illustrator candidate for the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award â the highest international recognition given to creators of children's books. Congratulations JosĂ©e, such an amazing honor!
#HCAW2026
#HCAW
#ibby
#kidlit
11 months ago
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Debra Kempf Shumaker
11 months ago
@joseebisaillon.bsky.social
is such a talented artist! She illustrated WIND IS A DANCE written by me and I am so in love with her art!
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Paul Harbridge
11 months ago
Thanks, Morgan! I grew up in Ontario Canada on beautiful Lake Muskoka. My sister Linda, who has
#DownSyndrome
, loved to swim in that lake & go out in a boat with my parents. OUT INTO THE BIG WIDE LAKE is a tribute to her. In 2022, it won the Ezra Jack Keats Award. đ
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Jessica Whipple
11 months ago
I had read OUT INTO THE BIG WIDE LAKE before I THINK I THINK A LOT was published. Then, when I learned Josée would be illustrating for us, I was absolutely thrilled!
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It's
#InternationalChildrensBookDay
! Here are two more books illustrated by Josée Bisaillon
@joseebisaillon.bsky.social
that we're highlighting this week, which are also great stories for
#neurodiversityawareness
month.đ
#childrensbookday
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#booksky
11 months ago
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The beginning of Spring & National Poetry Month felt like a great time to feature
@joseebisaillon.bsky.social
's illustrations for Danielle Daniel's Sometimes I Feel Like a River â a collection of poems about children connecting with the wonders of nature. Pub. by
@groundwoodbooks.bsky.social
11 months ago
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Pine Cone Regrown was published this past Saturday! Illustrated by The Brave Union and written by
@elisaboxer.bsky.social
, this poetic story introduces readers to one of the serotinous tree species that can only grow anew when the seeds face fire. đ
morgangaynin.com/project/pine...
#kidlit
12 months ago
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âRight away I felt a connection to William, the main character in the story. I understood his curiosity and desire to learn about his family that remained in Cuba." â Susan Gal on illustrating NEW SHOES FOR LEO. Read the full interview here:
afuse8production.slj.com/2025/01/09/n...
12 months ago
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Mark Noonan
12 months ago
My wife Lauren is the author of this DELIGHTFUL picture book that you can now get in all the places you get books. Itâs a lovely story, and as you can see in this link, Susanâs illustrations are amazing.
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Happy Publication Day to NEW SHOES FOR LEO! Award-winning illustrator Susan Gal and Debut Cuban-American author Lauren Agra Deedy join forces in this charming, heartfelt picture book story about an immigrant familyâand their love and caring for family they left behind. Published by Scholastic.
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New Shoes For Leo - Morgan Gaynin
A Cuban American boy, William, helps his Mami and TĂa Ana gather much-needed items for relatives living in Cuba. Mami gives William an important job: to find extra shoes for his cousin Leo. Armed with...
https://morgangaynin.com/project/new-shoes-for-leo/
12 months ago
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