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

An old color sketch for #kidlitartpostcard day. 🌷#art #illustration

I haven’t posted in a while because I got a new position at work, and it’s been busy. Here’s an old favorite of a forest wedding (interspecies). 🌷#kidlitart #animals #illustration

Happy to support fellow creatives!

@kmgreenwald.bsky.social @buchetbooks.bsky.social @swildmansf.bsky.social Head over to www.karengreenwald.com/sunwritefun-25 to check out #SunWriteFun! And many thanks to the amazing prize donors! #kidlit

Six PBs for #DisabilityPrideMonth #disabilitypride2025 by Patty Cisneros Prevo/ Dion MBD Christina Soontornvat & @dowphumiruk.bsky.social Anna Dewdney @erindealey.bsky.social & @k8cosgrove.bsky.social Sarah Scheerger/Leah Giles Erin Dealey & @lupencita.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social

The president of the United States is threatening arrest and deportation of an American citizen who just won the Democratic nomination for mayor of NYC. This is not normal. This is not acceptable. These are the words of an unhinged would-be dictator. I condemn this unequivocally.

Congratulations to all! ⭐️

And that's all there is to it.

Courts rulings are considered part of the law – until today. SCOTUS just canceled it. 250 years of precedent, cancelled by 6 sycophantic sociopaths, in just one day… Let that sink all the way in. 😎✨

illegal war started by a man constitutionally ineligible to be president

Babies are being born with measles in Alberta, having caught the illness in utero from unvaccinated mothers. The measles outbreak in Alberta is huge. Their case count is approaching 1,000. A baby born with measles in Ontario has already died. Please get your vaccines. This is all preventable.

Come join me for an Orpheline launch party at Second Star to the Right, June 21st at 11am! 🧜‍♀️🎉 We'll have storytime, mermaid-themed crafts for the kids, treats, and more. Hope to see you then! RSVP for a headcount here: events.humanitix.com/orpheline-la... #bookevent #party #kidlit #mermaids

250 years ago, Americans rejected the rule of a mad king. In two days, we’re taking to the streets again to say NO KINGS. 2,000 peaceful protests are planned in small towns and major cities across the country. Join your community on Saturday for #NoKings Day: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i...

Thank you so much for the interview, Erin! Happy that Orpheline is out in the world today!⭐

Wonderful! ⭐️Thank you for sharing!

One more bookish set for good measure. These biscuits are inspired by the weird and wonderful world of medieval illustration.

I decided to make a magical (and a bit “extra!” 😄) ⭐️unboxing video⭐️ for our magical book, ORPHELINE, written by the amazing Katelyn Aronson and illustrated by me. Releasing soon! We all could use a little magic in our life. 💕✨(thank you UPS for actually delivering it right to my door) #kidlit

Great resister accounts of all sizes committed to defending Democracy. Reposting and follow ing all is always appreciated. Please vet new followers and FB to help build community! If you would like to be in next please 👍 in the comments.✌🏼 go.bsky.app/7m8Ed7C

Overnight, House Republicans passed a budget that would give huge tax breaks to the ultra-wealthy at the expense of everyone else. Now, it's on to the Senate. Call your senators and demand they do everything in their power to stop this theft: 202-224-3121

Nova Media Fellow alum @virginiagewin.bsky.social explores the impact of sweeping federal layoffs on U.S. scientists and researchers in @nature.com: "One thing is clear: whether they move abroad, pivot to other research areas or leave science altogether, their deep expertise is likely to be lost."

Our May Illustrator Highlight: John Ledda mailchi.mp/eastwestlite... #kidlit #illustration #illustrator

ICYMI --> Our April Newsletter— Book Birthdays: Brynne Barnes @patricianewman.bsky.social Anna Dewdney @kellycrull.bsky.social Safa Suleiman, Thomas Gonzalez, Kwame Alexander; #Bestseller @meganefreeman.bsky.social and so much GOOD news! mailchi.mp/eastwestlite... #kidlit #authors #illustrators

Mid-way through May, and I just now doodled a mermaid for #MerMay! I do love drawing mermaids. Next month, ORPHELINE, written by Katelyn Aronson and illustrated by me, comes out. If you're a mermaid fan, I hope you'll check it out!#kidlitart #mermay #mermaids

And in 1945, as they saw the emaciated bodies, people starving or starved to death, they said never again. And to this day they campaign, never again, never again except in Gaza, it's ok in Gaza. Trapped, starved and bombed. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/m...

Mermaid art from a few years ago: Happy Mother's Day! 💜💚💙#kidlitart #illustration #art #mermay #mermaid #mothersday

#kidlitartpostcard She puts the earth to sleep. 🙏🏼💕 #kidlitart #illustratuon

This 3-part online course is designed for children's book illustrators ready to refine their work with an eye toward publication. Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

Headed to Los Angeles Times Festival of Books!!!! #BookFest

It's a cover reveal! RUBY MAPS HER WORLD is A STEM-focused picture book about a curious child who is eager to map the world around her, by beloved children’s book author ✨Jane Yolen✨ and illustrated by me. Barnes and Noble is having their 25% off preorder sale! Coupon code: PREORDER25 #kidlit

For those of you needing a feel-good story today. Wow! #bookstores #volunteering #community #kidlit #picturebooks #books

Trump, RFK Jr & Dr Oz want to convince people that chronic illness is avoidable. That a “healthy lifestyle” will ensure you never become disabled. They want to blame the sick so they can eliminate them. Don’t fall for it. Disability isn’t a choice or a moral failing. It can happen to anyone.

Hooray! Congratulations to everyone!

Happy Thai New Year! สุขสันต์วันสงกรานต์ A visit to our local temple to celebrate Songkran Day. 🇹🇭💕

Just posted this cute little frog craft on my blog. Fun to do at home or in the classroom. 🐸💚 www.mirkah.com/pb-blog/frog... #edusky #skybrarians #kidlit #kidlitillustration

Today is #RightToReadDay and the theme is #DrawnToFreedom. This sketch is for expressing my support for librarians, libraries, and the freedoms they provide and protect. Join me by sharing your own and pledging to #UniteAgainstBookBans during #NationalLibraryWeek and beyond. @uabookbans.bsky.social

"If America hasn't broken your heart, you haven't loved her enough." Corey Booker, just now.

Thank you so much for sharing, Mary! <3

I had a wonderful time at this book festival! 🌟

I drew a #mermaid on the first leg of my flight on my iPad (in honor of the upcoming Mermaid Day March 29). I added O’Hare Airport carpet and tile as texture overlays. :D #usewhatyouhave #kidlit #kidlitart #sketch

Hanging out at O’Hare. I didn’t realize I had a three-hour layover! 😆 But I grew up in Skokie, so it feels comfy.

Can't wait!!!

All, please be aware re: Dr. Rasha Alawieh and Brown's latest advisory:

🥳 POO-DUNIT : my guaranteed giggle fest, star-reviewed #STEM #mystery for kids has released in paperback (just in time for spring in the forest)! WOOHOO🎉 Illustrated by Stephanie Laberis and published by Candlewick Press 🐭💩🌷 #Kidlit #Poodunit #picturebook @pbpros.bsky.social

The U.S.'s hospital bed shortage is in danger of reaching a 'critical threshold' www.npr.org/2025/03/16/n...

Tell everyone you know, we're showing up and we're doing it in solidarity with anyone and everyone who's been attacked by this administration. #nationalteacherwalkout #marchonthe14th #50501movement

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Hooray!! I hope your summer plans include reading this mermaid story! I love drawing mermaids, and it was a dream for me to draw little Orpheline in this book. 💕🧜‍♀️