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#Kidlit
Writer |
#SCBWI
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#12x12
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#CTCASL
Board Member |
#STEM
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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge
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It's really special when both the top and honor spot of any given award go to your members! Congratulations to
@rajanilarocca.bsky.social
&
@viviankirkfield.bsky.social
for their
#SCBWI
Golden Kite wins in the nonfiction for younger readers category! So proud of you both.
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Children's Bookshelf
3 days ago
★ THE SECOND LIFE OF SNAP, a “succinct and immersive” futuristic middle grade novel by Erin Entrada Kelly, is an “affirming contemplation of mortality and the necessity of community”
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The Second Life of Snap by Erin Entrada Kelly
A dictatorial regime’s robot creation provides unexpected comfort to down-and-out tweens in this affirming contemplation of mort...
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Stephanie Gibeault
3 days ago
Kidlit writers, check out
@louisemaamodt.bsky.social
's fabulous NF Fest post on supplemental material for picture books. There are links to so many stellar examples. And thank you, Lou, for including the board game for THE DOG WHO SAVED THE BEES!
#kidlit
#CanKidLit
www.nffest.com/2026/02/teac...
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Teacher's Pet: Supplemental Guides Get Your Book Chosen
https://www.nffest.com/2026/02/teachers-pet-supplemental-guides-get.html
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Papercutz Graphic Novels
17 days ago
Happy Book Birthday to PUNK TACO ADVENTURES by
@adamwallenta.bsky.social
Makana Wallenta, Keola Wallenta and an intergalactic crew of cartoonists! Begin your cosmic quest for love and peace today! More Info Here: https://bit.ly/4reLUuD
#bookbirthday
#kidlit
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Vivian Kirkfield
6 days ago
TWO exciting things to share: #1: ONE GIRL'S VOICE received a
@scbwi.bsky.social
Golden Kite Honor Award! #2: The
#50PreciousWords
International Writing Contest is just around the corner. Check out the Heads-Up post for dates, guidelines & incredible prizes:
viviankirkfield.com/2026/02/07/h...
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Manuscript Wish List®
8 days ago
Hello Writing Community! We are delighted to announce our Second Official Bluesky ***
#MSWL
Day *** February 26, 2026. 🎉🎉🎉 Agents + editors can post what they ✨wish✨ they had in their inboxes; writers can find their next best fit for querying. Learn more:
manuscriptwishlist.com/2025/01/the-...
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The Next Official #MSWL Day: February 26, 2026 – The Official Manuscript Wish List Website
https://manuscriptwishlist.com/2025/01/the-next-official-mswl-day-february-26-2026/
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CT Association of School Librarians (CASL)
25 days ago
You are invited to join Ellen Paul in conversation with AASL presidential candidate
@technojohnson.bsky.social
on Feb. 11 @ 4pm on Zoom. A passionate advocate for
#schoollibraries
, come hear about her journey & her vision.
@aaslala.bsky.social
🍎📚
@msthombookitis.bsky.social
@jluss.bsky.social
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Carrie Finison
2 months ago
PLENTY OF PANCAKES is a Kids' Indie Next List pick for Jan/Feb 2026! Thank you, independent booksellers! This sequel to my debut book Dozens of Doughnuts releases 1/27/26. You can preorder a signed copy at my local store, Belmont Books, & they will ship it to you! 🥞
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This was amazing! Thank you, Andrea!
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CT Association of School Librarians (CASL)
16 days ago
The next virtual Let’s Library features the amazing
@smwordsmith.bsky.social
talking about what else . . . Manga! Register at
ctcasl.org
- we hope to see you there!
@aaslala.bsky.social
@jluss.bsky.social
#TLSky
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American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
about 1 month ago
This month’s AASL In the Know highlights the Top Five updates shaping school librarianship as the new year begins—from timely research and professional learning opportunities to election news and exemplary programs. Start the year connected, inspired, and ready to lead.
https://vimeo.com/1152681284
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AASL IN THE KNOW | January 2026: New Year Highlights
Kick off the new year with January’s AASL In the Know, featuring the Top Five updates shaping school librarianship right now. Explore new international research…
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CT Association of School Librarians (CASL)
19 days ago
CT librarians, teachers, and administrators- 5 more days to nominate someone for the
#CTCASLRosenAward
for January 2026. For more information & to apply -
bit.ly/RosenAwardCASL
@msthombookitis.bsky.social
@jluss.bsky.social
@aaslala.bsky.social
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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge
24 days ago
Happy Book Birthday to
#12x12PB
member,
@valeriebolling.bsky.social
! 📚 MARCH FOR HOPE illustrated by Monica Mikai and published by Norton Young Readers is available. Find it here:
buff.ly/Rn2ODHP
#kidlit
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Valerie Bolling
about 1 month ago
I look forward to celebrating 2026 with you. I hope you'll join me in welcoming
#themarchforhope
on January 20 (including an audiobook narrated by me!) and the paperback release of
#togetherweride
on Feb. 3.
www.valeriebolling.com/the-march-fo...
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Valerie Bolling
about 1 month ago
This is the last reminder about my goal-setting class that will be offered on January 15. If you are interested, please register by January 10. For more information about the class and how to join, please DM me with your email address.
#kidlit
#writingcommunity
#writersky
#goals
#goalsetting2026
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School Library Journal
about 2 months ago
31 Days, 31 Lists: 2025 Funny Books for Older Kids
afuse8production.slj.com/2025/12/20/3...
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31 Days, 31 Lists: 2025 Funny Books for Older Kids
Hijinks ensue. You have been warned.
https://afuse8production.slj.com/2025/12/20/31-days-31-lists-2025-funny-books-for-older-kids/
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What a great CASL Tech-it presentation from
@techielibgrl.com
! Thank you for sharing your insights and ideas this evening, Heather.
#ctcasl
4 months ago
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Owlkids Publishing
4 months ago
Join us for a FREE
#Webinar
on Nov. 5th! Hosted by Betsy Bird (
@fuse8.bsky.social
), five publishers will chat about their forthcoming books! Register here:
ow.ly/Os3J50XbchX%...
P.S. All participants will be entered for a
#BookGiveaway
🎉
#IndieKidsBookBuzz
#NewBooks
#KidLit
#BookSky
#BookWebinar
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Valerie Bolling
4 months ago
There's still time to sign up for this two-night mini @highlightsfound with
@janaemarksbooks.bsky.social
and me! We hope to see you there! Register here:
www.highlightsfoundation.org/workshop/mar...
#kidlit
#bookpromotion
#marketingtips
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The Horn Book
4 months ago
Are you ready for
#13BooksofHalloween
? Each weekday we'll be highlighting spooktacular new
#kidlit
. First up,
@stephenking.bsky.social
+ Maurice Sendak's
#picturebook
HANSEL AND GRETEL
@harperkids.bsky.social
:
www.hornbookguide.com/site/?review...
#HornBOO
#13DaysofHalloween
#HBGuide
#HBHerald
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I can’t wait! The sessions sound amazing!
#scbwiNY26
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4 months ago
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Mychal Threets
4 months ago
Reading Rainbow… is back! 🥹 This LeVar Burton/Reading Rainbow raised human is feeling all of the library joy. We hope your kids believe they belong in books, just like you ✨ Take a look, it’s in a book 📚🌈🦋🌌
youtu.be/gHAIjSkmnYI?...
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No Cats In The Library 🐱📚 | Reading Rainbow 📖 🌈 | Full Episode | @Kidzuko
YouTube video by Kidzuko
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Lori Tecler
4 months ago
The Deltas are back for a new challenge in Lindsay Currie's THE HOUSE WITH NO KEYS, testing their individual strengths & their friendship. Tension & high stakes of the escape room setting paired w/the enduring friendship of the Deltas makes this sequel another winner.
#MGLit
@sbkslibrary.bsky.social
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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge
5 months ago
🍁✨ Happy first day of fall! ✨🍁 It’s the perfect season to curl up with a picture book. 📚💛 12 x 12 has gathered a list of fall favorites from our members—full of autumn magic, family traditions, and cozy reads. 🍂 Explore here:
buff.ly/tRB1MQ8
#kidlit
#12x12PB
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Josh Funk
5 months ago
This Sunday, me and my pal @valeriebolling.bsky.social will be reading our *brand new* picture books at Barrett Bookstore in Darien, CT! This is an all ages event - readers and writers of all ages are welcome! See you Sunday afternoon!
#booksky
#kidlit
#skybrarian
#edusky
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Josh Funk
5 months ago
Come one, come all! This Saturday from 10am-4pm, join me and nearly 200 other children's book creators in Chappaqua, NY for the Chappaqua Children's Book Festival! One of the best days of the entire year! Festival art by @coilyandcute.bsky.social
#kidlit
#booktok
#authorlife
#booksfestival
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Lori Tecler
5 months ago
I tried this with my school’s 4th graders this year. So fun!
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Debbie Ridpath Ohi
5 months ago
Check out this
#KidLit
book trailer that my pal
@kevinarts.bsky.social
created w/
@procreate.com
Dreams! I preordered TIME SURFERS from Mabel's Fables, can't wait to get my copy! Launches Sept. 30 from
@harpercollins.bsky.social
@harpercollinsca.bsky.social
.
#LibrarySky
#ProcreateDreams
#CanKidLit
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Vivian Kirkfield
5 months ago
Time to celebrate! The birth of a new book! UNIQUE LIKE YOU
@allisonrozo.bsky.social
@roza555.bsky.social
Angie Alape
@beamingbooksmn.bsky.social
#Authorinterview
#giveaway
#SEL
#bilingual
This is one not to miss!
viviankirkfield.com/2025/09/16/b...
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Book Birthday: UNIQUE LIKE YOU Plus Giveaway
From idea to published book…what a process! It takes passion, practice, preparation, patience, and perseverance! And that’s why our Book Birthday posts are so very special because we are celebratin…
https://viviankirkfield.com/2025/09/16/book-birthday-unique-like-you-plus-giveaway/
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Carrie Finison
5 months ago
The first review of our upcoming picture book Plenty of Pancakes is in, and it’s a lovely one! I had a great time writing the sequel to Dozens of Doughnuts – thank you to Kirkus Reviews for this vote of confidence! Read more:
kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/carrie-finison/plenty-of-pancakes/
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Patrick D. Joyce
5 months ago
Save the date! On November 15, come see me at the Granby Children's Book Festival in Connecticut. I'll be one of 30 authors signing and selling books and connecting with readers. Last year the festival had about 1,000 attendees!
#kidlit
#mgbooks
#yabooks
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KidLit Collective
5 months ago
It’s a Grand day! Happy
#GrandparentsDay
! Celebrate with our beautiful books that feature grandparents:
@ajirving.bsky.social
’s DANCE LIKE A LEAF,
@candacespizzirri.bsky.social
’s FISHING WITH GRANDPA AND SKYE, Rashmi Bismark’s FINDING OM, &
@writerjolene.bsky.social
’s THE OFRENDA THAT WE BUILT!
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Debbie Ridpath Ohi
5 months ago
Congrats to
Ellie Peterson
aka
@elliepeterson.bsky.social
&
Izzy Robe
on winning the SCBWI
#scbwiDrawThis
July/August art challenge! Find out more about Sept prompt at
@scbwi.bsky.social
www.scbwi.org/awards-and-g...
#KidLitArt
#KidLit
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Pat Zietlow Miller (she/her)
5 months ago
My picture book, ONE CAN BE, shares
@littlefreelibrary.bsky.social
joy. So, authors fro@m all 50 states are adding a copy to nearby LFLs. Here,
@darcypattison.bsky.social
adds a book in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Two states down, 48 to go! Follow ONE CAN BE across America.
#megakidlit
#onecanbe
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6 months ago
Hoooray!!!! Congrats
@joebot.bsky.social
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Erin Bedell
6 months ago
I've been looking forward to reading this novel in verse for some time now!
#bookposse
@baronchrisbaron.bsky.social
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Josh Funk
6 months ago
New addition to the WHODONUT book launch in two weeks! Donuts and other custom desserts will be provided by Baker & Culinary Adventurer Petite Sakura Boston! See you at
@portersqbooks.bsky.social
Cambridge Edition two weeks from tonight!
#kidlit
#booksky
#cupcakes
#donuts
#indiebookstores
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Josh Funk
6 months ago
Signing bookplates for WHODONUT preorders - only two weeks left to get yours!
#shopsmall
#shoplocal
#shopindie
#indiebookshops
#kidlit
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Little Free Library
6 months ago
Wow! This one fits a lot of books 📚 In 2024, we gave away 12,500 books to Little Free Library stewards and fans! Be sure to sign up for our email newsletter to see all of our open book opportunities each month:
lflib.org/newsletter
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Deborah Kalb
6 months ago
Q&A with Rajani LaRocca about her new children's picture book, FALL IS FOR BEGINNINGS.
tinyurl.com/2udajak9
@rajanilarocca.bsky.social
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Kate Messner
6 months ago
Teacher friends! If you're reading THE TROUBLE WITH HEROES with your kids this school year, don't miss this upcoming virtual author visit! Learn more & sign up here:
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Katie Slivensky
6 months ago
Hey teachers, librarians, and PTOs! If you'd like to bring in a picture book author this year, please reach out! I offer free 20 minute virtual visits and I also travel -- though travel is limited, so reach out sooner for that. 🙂 I also have classroom web resources!
#Edusky
#SchoolVisits
#KidLit
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Katie Slivensky
6 months ago
I may have used the wrong hashtag! Let's try
#schoolvisit
! 😎
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Julie Scheina
7 months ago
Congratulations to Jo Beckett-King on her MG debut, THE HOUSE OF FOUND OBJECTS! Perfect for readers who love mysteries, Paris, prickly friendships, and solving puzzles hand-in-hand with characters. Kirkus says, “Codebreakers and mystery fans will want to read this fun adventure, tout de suite.”
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Shannon McClintock Miller
7 months ago
2 Days Until ISTE Digital Explorers! 📚 Today, we celebrate Jack's Playground Plan. You can explore the
@bookcreator.com
Reading Companion filled with engaging lessons and projects to bring Jack's Playground Plan to life.💚 Find it here...
buff.ly/7QtPQsf
#TLSky
#EduSky
#STEM
#tlchat
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The Author Village
7 months ago
Congratulations to Vera Brosgol! Her graphic novel, PLAIN JANE AND THE MERMAID, is the winner of the 2025 Eisner Award for Best Publication for Kids! Way to go,
@verabrosgol.bsky.social
!!
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Melissa Stewart
7 months ago
I'm thrilled that my upcoming book is a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection. It hits bookshelves in October.
@charlesbridge.bsky.social
@steamteambooks.bsky.social
#kidlit
#edusky
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Matthew C Winner
7 months ago
Jyoti Rajan Gopal, author of Over in the Mangroves (Orchard Books), illustrated by Dikshaa Pawaskar, joins Matthew to talk about a place so magical and so important. Listen wherever podcast are found! 🎧 📚 💕
#picturebook
#kidlit
@jyotigopal.bsky.social
www.matthewcwinner.com/post/our-int...
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Our Interconnectedness with Jyoti Rajan Gopal
Jyoti Rajan Gopal, author of Over in the Mangroves (Orchard Books), illustrated by Dikshaa Pawaskar, joins Matthew to talk about a place so magical and so important.
https://www.matthewcwinner.com/post/our-interconnectedness-with-jyoti-rajan-gopal
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Patricia Newman
7 months ago
"Comical, silly, soothing, and adorable all at once! A unique riff on The House That Jack Built in this cleverly-written cumulative tale with a happy ending.
@abicushman.com
's animals display endearing and singular personalities that will make young readers laugh and return for more."
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