Discover our curated collection of over 50 enchanting bird-themed picture books for children, guaranteed to inspire a love for nature and spark their imagination. 🐥🦆🦅🦉 Find them all here: barleyandbirch.com/read-50-bird...

Another kidlit favourite in our home is by @sophyhenn.bsky.social with @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social Time to Go with Ted! We love the big flaps, and Ted imagining where they might go & who they'll meet at the shops or the park... Lots of animal noises to be made, & a cosy ending! 📚👍🏾

Hi BlueSky! Help me find other debut picture book author/illustrators with books coming out in 2026! Trying to find my people 🎨🖌️ #kidlit #2026debut

I joined a picture book marketing group with other author/illustrators who have books coming out in 2026 (pbmix26 on Instagram). Looking forward to lots of fun and celebration next year!! 🎉 #kidlit #picturebooks #KidLitMegaFeed

Ooh me too! Mine is due autumn 2026, about a neurodivergent girl who uses the sounds of Tamil music to help her during a meltdown. From Magination Press.

It’s #portfolioday? In that case, hi! I’m Jennifer, an author-illustrator of all #kidlit, but my favorite is picture books! My debut comes out in 2026. 😃 I’d love any illustration project that involves weather, mood, and magic!

Happy #BookBirthday to MEMORY STONES and LES PIERRES DE MÉMOIRE by Kathy Kacer, illustrated by Hayley Lowe When Sophie learns that some people place stones on loved ones’ graves, because stones last forever, she has an idea for a special way to remember her Granny. #booksky #NewBooks #CanadianLit

Recently read Words That Taste Like Home by Sandhya Parappukkaran. A beautiful picture book about an immigrant boy struggling to stay connected to the world he left behind. Michelle Pereira’s illustrations are enchanting, full of rich colours and soft textures. Heartfelt. 1/2 💙📚👍🏼 #BookSky #KidLit

Omg I am soooo excited by the sketches and storyboards from the artist bringing my text to life. There's so much movement, it's warm, dreamy, and just gorgeous!! Cannot wait!

#Agents and acquiring #editors, #PitchDis is a little over two months away! Please make sure to register for the event so you can access pitches September 16-19. forms.gle/YTVwVpWjKFFk...

Thanks so much to my wonderful agent @essiewhite.bsky.social at @stormliterary.bsky.social and my wonderful critique partners too!I

This beautiful, authentic #PB found an exceptional home at Magination Press. Written by @bibisenthi.bsky.social and illustrated by Felishia Henditirto THE SOUNDS THAT SHELTER ME speaks to sensory challenges a young child faces and how Tamil music brings comfort and calm @stormliterary.bsky.social

Take a look at this cutie by Alice Wong! 😍 Check out this artist's #portfolio 👉 childrensillustrators.com/alicewongill... #kidlitart

I’m hiring an editorial assistant! Position will report to me and the director of our Graphic Novel program. You will get to work on childrens and our New Adult imprint. Apply here: jobs.jobvite.com/hachette-boo...

Did you know it's International Moon Day on the 20th July? A late #KidLitArtPostcard

Success isn't about avoiding mistakes - it's about getting back up, trying again, and embracing the joy in every attempt, experiment, and discovery. Celebrate mistakes in your class or library with these great picture books.

I suspect many of us share the sentiment of Madeleine L'Engle - “You have to write the book that wants to be written. And if the book will be too difficult for grown-ups, then you write it for children.” #kidlitchat

PAU: THE LAST SONG OF THE KAUA'I ʻŌʻŌ by Tony Piedra and Mackenzie Joy. 📚👍 What a poignant, important story--with an uplifting reminder that if we act, it's not too late to prevent further extinctions. Fantastic back matter. Beautiful and detailed illustrations. #kidlit 💚

Another baby #boardbook Global Babies! Photos of adorable babies on every page. Littles like: seeing real babies, colourful traditional clothes, kissing the babies (not disintegrated yet), copying sleeping/smiling/tongue poking out poses, and since 13 months, loves the words, esp the ending. ❤️ 📚👍🏾

Another absolute favourite since Little 1 was 4 months and still going strong at 14 months! Baby Loves Quantum Physics by Ruth Spiro and Irene Chan A simple book, cute illustrations, and lots of opportunities to do exaggerated meows and asleep/awake noises/gestures. 📚👍🏾 #kidlit #picturebooks

Cannot believe it but I signed two #PB contracts this year! And my book with @TielmourPress is on its way! Yippee!! Can NOT wait to work with the immensely talented @suetodd.bsky.social

Turns out, this is a hit! The fluffy foxes and the little windows are winning pages! 📚👍🏾

Niblings have LOVED the pictures and word play since 4/6 months. Now 9 & 14 months, they understand and enjoy it even more. Fun read aloud, but 5 times in a row can be tough! *Author is a critique partner but my sore throat is evidence that the review is genuine. 📚👍🏾 @littletigeruk.bsky.social

"POV is the lens with which we tell a story. But choosing the right point of view can be a challenge." Check out this craft post with PB mentor texts to study (by me!). #kidlit #mentortexts #storytelling #writerstoolbox www.rateyourstory.org/single-post/...

A POCKET FULL OF ROCKS by @kmcmahoney.bsky.social and @ebgoodale.bsky.social is such a delight! Filled with the wonders of childhood collections, this story is such a great way to spark imaginative play, turning ordinary things into extraordinary treasures. Highly recommend! 📚👍🏻 #kidlit #booksky

I love my worm composting bin, so I was excited to read WORM MAKES A SANDWICH by Brianne Farley! This is an adorable picture book about compost. 💚 #kidlit 📚👍

This book explores the definition of love, through the eyes of a child . Is it big? Small? Can it really move mountains? Minimoni asks lots of questions until she discovers her own definition of love. Great choice for classroom discussion, and a sweet choice for storytime. #kidlit 📚👍🏼

Reminder! The Crash Course in Children's Book Publishing--an overview of everything you need to know about the #kidlit world--starts *next week.* This is the only time we plan to offer the course this year. Please spread the word. www.highlightsfoundation.org/workshop/the...

Wow a little gem from T4 Tales. Gorgeous little book of a Tamil nursery rhyme with flaps and pulls and even scratch and sniff. Bonus of English script for pronunciation. ❤️🌕 Love it! Hope the babies do too!

Congrats, Mary Helen!!! You’re on a roll this year 💫

Yay congratulations Mary Helen and Sue!

@thestorygraph.com hi there I've just signed up and wondered if it's possible to have more than one the pile at all? Thanks!

Excited to be reading #picturebooks for #TheWordMentorship this year. Thanks to @wordisdiversity.bsky.social for championing diversity. Mentorships are so invaluable! #kidlit

Good news for many if this is true.

Ahhhhhh!!! @sabrinashahauthor.bsky.social your book has a trailer!!!! Can’t wait to hold this ✨✨✨

Love that someone has tackled this topic! Definitely on my TBR pile!

Kidlit people. I need laugh-out-loud funny picture books pubished in 2024 or so far in 2025. What'cha got for me? #scbwi #megakidlit #kidlit #picturebooks

Come join us for our annual FREE #kidlit #writing contest for all #writers who write for 0-12, the #springflingkidlit contest! Please share, share, share! I can't wait to #read all your wonderful stories! Click the link to see all the info

For #kidlit creators, why NOT you? Get your applications ready!

I have 214.6K followers, and I figure at least some of them are looking to gift books this holiday season, so: HEY AUTHORS OF BLUESKY: In the comments to this post, tell us (briefly!) about your most recent book, and put in a link to where people can learn more and/or buy the book in question. Go!

To make it easier for the #KidLit community to post about book launches & help boost book launches, I've created wkly #KidLitLaunches threads. Guidelines & links: debbieohi.link/kidlitlaunches Pls only post your book info in the weekly thread of your launch date, thanks!

In Michael Bright’s new nonfiction book, Above, Below and Long Ago, kids can catch a rare glimpse of the world's most elusive plants and animals. On the Orca Blog, hear from the author about what inspired him to write the book! blog.orcabook.com/michael-brig...

A reminder that "Practical Matters...," a comprehensive introduction to the practical things you need to know in #kidlit publishing, starts in 3 weeks! Please repost so more folks will know. Questions and comments welcome... www.highlightsfoundation.org/workshop/pra...

A very happy book birthday to MADE FOR MORE, available wherever books are sold. Please grab your own copy or request your local library purchase one 🥰🌺 I’m hosting 5 days of giveaways and today is day 5. The giveaway is a Read & Rank Picture Book Critique. I will #kidlit #KidlitMegaFeed #PB

Sometimes you get a big kiss through your phone screen ❤️

Hello from the UK. I'm a #KidLit writer/illustrator hovering between twitter alternatives looking for somewhere to settle! Currently also sailing on The Good Ship Illustration!