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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Super excited to be a top ten finalist in the #KidLitChuckleChallenge! So many thanks to all the awesome judges and generous prize donors!

Chuckle Challenge Champion badge that reads, "Tickled to be a TOP TEN! KidLit Chuckle Challenge 2026"

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April Berry | KidLit @aprilberrybooks.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

IT'S GO TIME! Submit your #KidlitChuckleChallenge entries now! Contest judges (Kris DeCaro, Julie Hauswirth, Bri Lawyer, and myself) are ready to chuckle, giggle and belly laugh over your kidlit humor pieces. Rules, prizes, and entry form link: www.juliehauswirth.com/post/2026-ki... ✨️

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Sharing a moment of pure joy. A hummingbird found our feeder!

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

So many congratulations to @justincolonbooks.bsky.social and @lennywendraws.bsky.social on their beautiful book VAMPURR! Happy Pub Day to you both!

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Super excited for my friend and critique partner @jessicammilo.bsky.social, as her debut picture book releases tomorrow! Check out this awesome post by @beckywalkerbooks.bsky.social to find out more about this beautiful book gorgeously illustrated by Ramona Kaulitzki!

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Alison Weiss @alioop7.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

That project you’re working on right now could become a kid’s favorite. It could set off a series of thoughts that redirects their life or changes the whole way they view the world. If it’s just one kid, that’s pretty marvelous. Now think of the waves of kids your story will leave its mark on.

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

I brought home a succulent exactly one month ago today. I am celebrating because this may, in fact, be the longest time a plant has ever survived solely in my care. 🎉 I am simultaneously contemplating whether it's possible that this plant may, in fact, be artificial. 🤔

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#KidlitZombieWeek @kidlitzombieweek.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

#KidlitZombieWeek Day 1! Check it out here: writerreaderteacher.wordpress.com/2026/06/01/g... Then come back & comment on this post with the one question that the blank page asks that feels most helpful. #WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

I have gone to great lengths to avoid #Survivor50 spoilers all season long only to watch the finale live and have Jeff spoil the final fire challenge. 😆

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

We can use our words to build up or to tear down... How will you use yours? #HaikuSaturday #Haiku #Poetry #WritingCommunity

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Jennifer Doehring @jenniferdoehring.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

COVER REVEAL!! I’m so excited to show you all the cover for my illustrated debut, “Landing in a New Pond”, written by Marisa Ramel, published by @charlesbridge.bsky.social The book will release August 2026. I can’t wait for you to read this lovely book! #coverreveal #picturebook #kidlitart

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Happy New Year, friends! Here's a silly toast to toasting... abbywooldridge.com/2025/12/31/a...

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A New Year's Toast - Abby Wooldridge

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Jen Anyong @jenanyong.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

This list of 2026 Picture Books is 🔥🔥🔥

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Check out this awesome cover reveal! So excited for this book written by @justincolonbooks.bsky.social and illustrated by @lennywendraws.bsky.social!

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Happy Book Birthday to my amazing friend and critique partner, @kidlitjennaj.bsky.social! So happy for you, Ananya, and Audra! Congratulations to you all! 🥳🎉💐

Cover for the picture book Every Body Move written by Jenna Elyse Johnson, illustrated by Ananya Rao-Middleton, and sung by Audra Mariel

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Congratulations to the amazing @kidlitjennaj.bsky.social on the upcoming release of her second #PB, illustrated by Sue Teodoro! What a gorgeous cover! Available to preorder now!

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

A huge congratulations to my amazing friend and critique partner @kidlitjennaj.bsky.social on her upcoming #PB debut! Check out this beautiful cover! Available for preorders now!

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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 12/08/2025

Teachers: Please name the illustrator when you read to students. Discuss the art. Invite illustrators to visit. Show next generation that art in book was created by a HUMAN, that their work matters. www.picturesmeanbusiness.com/teachers/ #PicturesMeanBusiness Art @sarahmcintyre.bsky.social #EduSky

Cartoon illustration showing a classroom display titled “Our Favourite Picture Book” with drawings of a cat character. The text on the poster reads “By John Writer. Our class has drawn his character!” Two children say, “We love John Writer!” and “His cats are so cute!” Beside the display, a woman labeled “Jane Illustrator, feeling miffed” thinks, “But… John Writer didn’t decide how this character would look… I did!” Caption at the bottom reads “#PicturesMeanBusiness Sarah McIntyre.”

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Congratulations and Happy Pub Day to @justincolonbooks.bsky.social and @kalyquarles.bsky.social on their brand new #PB ZOMBEES! I can't wait to read it! bookshop.org/beta-search?...

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Jennifer March Soloway @marchsoloway.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Happy Book Birthday to THE ZOMBEES, written by @justincolonbooks.bsky.social, illustrated by @kalyquarles.bsky.social--a picture book dream team! Don't miss this funny, adorable picture book with a fun unexpected twist and lots of heart at a bookstore near you! Congratulations, Justin and Kaly!

The book cover for THE ZOMBEES, written by Justin Colón, and illustrated by Kaly Quarles. The title is in large white hand-drawn letters in a serifed font on a black background with tiny green bees flying up and around the title lettering with a green spine. It's super cute!

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Kaly Quarles @kalyquarles.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Happy pub day to THE ZOMBEES! 🧟‍♀️🐝 ✍️ @justincolonbooks.bsky.social 🎨 by me 📣 @simonkids.bsky.social Rhyming? ✔️ HALLOWEEN?! 🎃 Unexpected twists!?! 🙀 SLJ, starred review!! ⭐️ We bring it all! Embrace #summerween and snag your copy today! #kidlit #bookbirthday #picturebook #halloween

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Happy #NationalLibraryWeek! To celebrate, I checked out about 50 picture books, including some of my favorites. Looking forward to some comfort reads this week. #ReadingIsResistance

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

MORE: Libraries in several states have received letters which claim to cancel federal IMLS grants. Congress MUST act to restore this funding. Read our full statement: www.ala.org/news/2025/04... Use your voice - call Congress to protect & restore library funding: bit.ly/CallCongressForLibraries

"Withdrawing library grants is a callous move at any time, but downright cruel at a time when it's getting harder for many Americans to make ends meet - most of all, in small and rural communities. The White House may have no qualms about slashing opportunity for jobseekers, students, veterans and families, but Congress has the power to restore support for services their constituencies rely on." - ALA President Cindy Hohl. American Library Association, Show up for our libraries

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Justin Colón @justincolonbooks.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

It's a cover reveal for Impossible Possum for Mayor, the sequel to Impossible Possums. Written by me Illustrated by James Rey Sanchez Publishes November 18th with Disney Hyperion.

A cover for Impossible Possum for Mayor, the sequel to Impossible Possums. It features the title with a Possum beneath it holding a 'Vote 4 Me! sign and forcing a very uncomfortable smile. He is surrounded by news microphones. In back of him is his Penguin sidekick, Philbert, who is holding a large, old school camera.

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Kris Rashid @krisrashid.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

I made a starter pack for 2025 #PBParty Finalists. If you're a finalist not already listed here, reach out and I'll add you! #KidLit #PictureBooks go.bsky.app/FeThUma

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Such a great thread on encouraging kids to read for fun! Thank you for sharing, @kellyjholmes.com!

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

We just wanted to take a moment to thank all our new supporters! Tomorrow, there will be more of us!

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

If you love your library, call your reps and tell them!

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Mindy Alyse Weiss @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

The 2025 PBParty Agent/Editor Showcase is open & requests are already coming in. Wahoooo! I can't wait for you to see these amazing entries. Comments are only for requests, but you're welcome to gush about ones you love on social media. Happy reading! mindyalyseweiss.com/...

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PBParty 2025 Showcase ⋆ Mindy’s Writing Wonderland

Check out the 55 PBParty 2025 finalists & Illustration Showcase out of over 1000 entries. Comments are only for agents, editors & ADs.

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Thank you so much, @justincolonbooks.bsky.social! #PB writers, check out Justin's #KidLit Hive website if you want to level up your writing!

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

I'm thrilled to be a 2025 #PBParty finalist! So many thanks to all the judges for their hard work, & congratulations to all who entered. Thank you to everyone in the #WritingCommunity for all your help, support, & encouragement over the years. What an incredible community! I'm rooting for you all! 💖

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Rajani LaRocca @rajanilarocca.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

Feel like this book is more relevant than ever right now. We are getting a reminder of what the world was like before vaccines.

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

I just shared this #Haiku on the #HaiCoup thread created by @doucette515.bsky.social. #Writers, I encourage you to check out and join in her thread. Writing is resistance. #WritingCommunity #PoetryCommunity #Poetry #KidLit #HaikuSaturday

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

Hey #KidLit #PB #Writers! If you're considering joining #12x12PB, it's not too late! Check out this post, and join by March 2nd!

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

#KidLit #WritingCommunity #Writers Stories are powerful. They encourage imagination, and we have to imagine a better world before we can create one. The world is dark, but our words can be the light. Write your stories. Spark hope. Inspire change. Encourage imagination, and create a better world.

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

I'm appalled by what happened today. I called my reps and got a message about high call volumes from one. Couldn't even leave a message on another because their voicemail was full. I can only hope this means other constituents are just as outraged and are calling to let them know.

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

I love this book so much! If you're in need of some hope right now, I highly recommend THE OGRESS AND THE ORPHANS.

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Pete Buttigieg @petebuttigieg.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Looks like tomorrow will bring votes on a Republican plan to fund tax cuts for the rich by slashing Medicaid. So this is a great time to contact your Member of Congress.

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Kelly Barnhill @kellybarnhill.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

I hope you're all doing okay. Don't forget to take a moment to breathe. Take in beauty with your in breath. Share beauty with your out breath. Make art. Hug someone wonderful. Sit in the sunshine. Drink water. Read a good book. Don't forget to have some lunch. Love yourself. Love the world.

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Steena Hernandez @steenahernandez.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

🎉 My book, Lupita’s Brown Ballet Slippers, illustrated by Melissa Castillo, was selected for the Notable Social Studies Trade Books 2025 list! 🎉Thank You to the Children’s Book Council and NCSS for this amazing honor and recognition! ❤️ @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social @lynnettenovak.bsky.social

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Kelly Barnhill @kellybarnhill.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Hey, friends. Just checking back in. The weight of wickedness heaped upon our country and world feels almost too great to bear. I hope you're holding onto your own beauty. Breathe in and kindle your light. Breathe out and share your light. I love you so much. There is so much good in the world.

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Abby Wooldridge @anwbooks.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Want to take your writing to the next level? Check out this amazing offer from @justinrcolon.bsky.social! His critiques and pitches are incredible!

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