Don't miss the early bird window for the annual WIK conference. Sign up before midnight tonight! Register here today: scbwi.org/events/south... #scbwi #kidlit #amwriting #amillustrating

Congrats to CP @barbarakimmel.bsky.social on her new book, Purim Possibilities! This adorable board book is full of Purim fun and even comes with (reusable) stickers!

One more week until Early Bird Pricing expires for WIK 2026! Register before midnight Thursday, February 12 to take advantage of our special rate: $195 members, $250 non-members. #scbwi #amwriting #amillustrating #kidlit www.scbwi.org/events/south...

DON'T MISS the Southern Breeze Writing for Kids Conference in Birmingham, AL, March 27-28! We met some of the faculty in NY last weekend (Rachel, Matt, Sasha, and Ritu), and they are excited to meet YOU! Register now: scbwi.org/events/south... #KidLit #SCBWI @SCBWI_SoBreeze

We'll, this is fun! At least five of these award winners have been a part of one or more of our #scbwi Southern Breeze conferences! Congratulations to all these brilliant writers, illustrators, and translators! #kidlit #sobreeze

Want a Valentine's gift that has fewer calories than chocolate and lasts WAY longer than flowers?? Check out this fun reminder to gift yourself an investment in your kidlit career! Join us for #WIK26 www.scbwi.org/events/south...

“More magic than being” Practice noticing the magic in yourself and everyone around you. Funky embroidery on antique quilt piece. #artquilt #imperfection #slowstitch #quiltsky #embroidery

Any friends with children in the #atlanta area, Danny is a friend of mine and this event will be a lot of fun! #roswell #scbwi #kidlit

What a magical world we live in! This moth is almost as big as my hand. Zoom in to see the detailed colors and pattern. 😍 #costarica #jaco #moth #puravida

This is always a good conference and tons of fun! #kidlit #scbwi #alabama #tennessee #georgoa #florida #amwriting #amillustrating

Here's one for your mental health: @vickyweberbooks.bsky.social

You have 10 seconds.

If this were in a novel it would be flagged as too ridiculous for belief.

For me it's incredibly calming to consider the universe in its vastness, and how insignificant we humans are. I hope these gorgeous photos give you a moment of peace too: www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-...

If you live in this #Georgia district, here's your chance to vote for a difference.

Thank you to Jime Wimmer and Society of Children's Books Writers Southern Breeze for having me do a virtual talk about my path from pitch to publication for regional members. My book Sun, Moon, and Star: A Folktale from Korea is forthcoming Feb. 24, 2026. Date: Jan. 11, 2-3 pm. EST See you then!

Maybe this is the year I'll keep a list of all the books I read? First one completed: A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko. I highly recommend this one, with its mix of the hike at hand's mishaps and grandeur and stories from and of the canyon.

Timeline cleanse. If you're doomscrolling, take one deep breath,let it out with a sigh, and stare into Smudge's eyes. Thanks for sharing him with us @scalzi.com

Be sure to read the alt text! 😆

New Year's Day visitors: two yellow-throated toucans singing along with orange-chinned parakeets. #costarica #birding #birds

I kept going till my screenshot landed on golden!

Beginning on Tuesday, January 6th, our monthly prompt session for authors and illustrators is changing to a simpler name. Join host Meredith York, beginning at 7:30 PM Eastern, to jump-start your creative process for 2026! See you in the New Year! #scbwi #kidlit

Cat Clinging To Side Of Christmas Tree Admits That Was Extent Of Plan https://theonion.com/cat-clinging-to-side-of-christmas-tree-admits-that-was-1849899567/

This post is packed with awesomeness! 💗 🎉2026 #PBParty contest dates! 🎉PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train happening NOW 🎉Celebrate Guest Crit Master @sylviaichen.bsky.social 🎉Huge giveaway! 🎉Tips for writing a new PB draft 🎉Holiday critique specials mindyalyseweiss.com/critique-tra...

"Hey, Marge, let's go on a cruise..." 🦉🦉 www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

If you're not following this account, you should be. It's a breath of fresh air and a fountain of #pb #kidlit ideas 😊

Garden & outdoorsy folk, please spread this news: The great people at Monarch Watch have a program where schools, nonprofits & large restoration projects can apply for FREE MILKWEED (only thing Monarch caterpillars eat, can't have too much of it IMO). Check it out! monarchwatch.org/bring-back-t...

Registration closes tomorrow! Don't miss out on this great opportunity to learn and network in beautiful Savannah. www.scbwi.org/events/illus...

🔥 WATCH: “Republicans in Congress cut all THIS (Medicaid, SNAP) so they could pay for THAT (tax cuts for the rich)… follow the money.” @warnock.senate.gov joins Coach Sully to use the cups to show who Republicans are really fighting for — the richest among us.

So cool!

Genius

I'm editing an anthology about unlikable characters and seeking work from younger writers, 15-21. If you know of one such writer who might want to submit their work for consideration, please share this call for submissions: audacity.substack.com/p/acquired-t...

@cherylklein.bsky.social , wait till he reads Gregor the Overlander. Even I couldn't kill a cockroach for years after that.🙄

This is hilarious! I, too, have read this book 4,000 times.

🕯️❄️🎁 Sharing this #holiday #writing #contest with my kidlit friends. Entries are due by Nov. 30th. Hope you’ll join me in entering!

Yay, Amanda!!!!!!

A new form of hide and seek? 😆🐾 Sounds like a good setting for a #kidlit story! www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

You go, Frankie! www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

Can't wait to see this panel! #kidlit #scbwi

Due to an overwhelming response, we're making virtual passes available for "History Has Its Eyes On Us" on November 18. Join me, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and @hcrichardson.bsky.social for a conversation about the history we're living through and how we can all shape our country's future. bit.ly/OT-LV

A meal bundle for the budget-conscious family at the holidays: $40 for a 10-person meal, including a 14lb Jennie-O® turkey, rolls, cranberry sauce, mac & cheese, mashed potatoes & gravy, sweet potato casserole, green bean casserole, stuffing & pumpkin pie www.aldi.us/products/tha...

It's going to be great!

Want your writing to be clear, concise and conversational? Here's a free, updated, 53-minute webinar of me sharing 10 tips to cut fluff from your copy. If your work gets sleeker as a result, consider buying one of my books. lnkd.in/gnu-kiJY #copyediting #kidlit #editing #revision #megakidlit

It's #WorldJellyfishDay ?! How about the crown jelly, Cephea cephea, from @montereybayaquarium.org?

Technically, this is a book of spells.

Missing Istanbul. It was a magical, fascinating place to visit. #travel #istanbul

I have a #PB manuscript about a boogie boarding sting ray. #kidlit Seemed far-fetched until this : www.nytimes.com/2025/10/18/s...

This! It's about the for-profit model of caring for your health. Other countries actually put health over profit.

Interested in learning the ins and outs of children's publishing from local authors and illustrators? Come check out this free in-person Q&A in November 15 at the Sharon Forks Library in Cumming, GA. www.forsythpl.org/event/14661946 @scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social #kidlit