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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

1 left at a great sale price! Someone make it 0 so they order more? 🫶 Alice will make you smile and tug at your heartstrings! #picturebook themes: #middlechild #busyfamily #notfeelingseen #bigfamilylove

Cover image of picture book "Alice Alone" 70% off, one left in stock on Amazon

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

WOW! If you're looking to add a delightful picture book to your home or school library, now is the time...Amaz0n has Alice Alone on sale for 80% off! 😮 #teachers #parents #librarians

Picture book Alice Alone is on sale for less than $4!

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

this is a great price and Alice would be honored to have a spot on your home or classroom shelf 🩵 Alice Alone a.co/d/1xyJed9

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Ahhhh! 😍 First ever in-the -wild photo of one of my books in a bookstore! Thank you Jody and thank you @kdsbooks.bsky.social! 🥰

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Artist #kidlit friends--> Bright Agency open submission window (on IG)

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Erin Siska @erinsiska.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

👇 This is true. I’ve done it many times.

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Pssst...pass it on-->you can leave a review online for a book even if you borrowed it from a library and didn't buy it! 🩵Support Authors & Illustrators🩵

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Amicus Publishing @amicuspublishing.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

Go behind the scenes with Amicus Ink author Jessica Shaw as she shares her inspiration, writing process, and newest books. Read the full interview here: thecreativecompany.us/blogs/news/m... #author #authorfeature #authorinterview #picturebooks

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Oh, I love them! 😍 congratulations, Sheri!

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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 18/03/2025

It can be hard to NOT to compare yourself w/others, esp when browsing social media. To avoid getting sucked into that self-destructive rabbit hole, I try hard to focus on enjoying my own journey at my own pace. My advice? Find your own joy. You may be luckier than you think. #DebbieOhiComics #KidLit

A four-panel comic strip titled "You May Be Luckier Than You Think" depicting various insecurities of writers and illustrators. In the first panel, a person with long dark hair worries about not getting published and envies published authors. In the second, a person with short curly hair frets over potential bad reviews and envies bestsellers. The third panel shows a person with tight curls concerned about their second book's sales compared to their first, envying established authors. In the last panel, a person with lighter hair worries about readers losing interest and envies new talent. Each panel illustrates the grass-is-greener mentality, with the characters expressing envy towards others in their field. The artist's signature, Debbie Ridpath Ohi, is visible at the bottom.

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

🚨NEW🚨: Donald Trump is attempting to strip away federal support for libraries. We will NOT let that happen. Last night the President signed an order to gut the Institute of Museum & Library Services. But together, we know we can show up & defeat it. Full EO: www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...

Show Up For Our Libraries! By eliminating the only federal agency dedicated to funding library services, the Trump administration's Executive Order is cutting off at the knees the most beloved and trusted of American institutions and the staff and services they offer. ALA American Library Association. #ForOurLibraries

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

That perfect patch of sunshine. I hope you and your four legged friends have a great Saturday! #puppylove

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

It's my #bookbirthday! 🎉 Alice Alone is officially out in the world! If anyone sees it at a library or book store, will you please share a photo? Thanks to everyone who has cheered for me along the way. Big, big love from me and "Alice" 💕💙💜♥️💛💗

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

*Today's preschool circle time with 3-5 year olds* Me: Who knows what an AUTHOR does? Enthusiastic 3: Eats birds! Author friends, you know who you are.

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God @thegodshow.com · 18/02/2025

Imagine being rich enough to do anything you want and choosing to take food and medicine from starving children to give yourself even more money.

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Anna Grzymala-Busse @annagbusse.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

This also lets you comment, vigorously and at length, on the accuracy of, and motivations behind, Google's choices.

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Linda Joy Singleton @lindajoysingleton.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

My @amicuspublishing.bsky.social picture books!! KID & KID comes out March 4–preorder now!

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 08/02/2025

This looks so cute, Sheri! Putting it on my TBR-to-my-class list. Congrats!

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Kidlit For Los Angeles @kidlitforla.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

We are a group of #kidlit creators who have been heartbroken by the devastating scenes in Los Angeles. We are raising desperately-needed funds for wildfire relief efforts with an auction taking place Jan 20th - Jan 28th. Please share: www.32auctions.com/organiza... Logo by @sydhanson.bsky.social

Cartoon bear wearing a construction hat and vest walking with pen, pencil, and paintbrush across a background sketch of the LA skyline with palm trees. Handwritten text surrounding the image says: "Kid Lit for Los Angeles" Typed text is the same info in post. There is a photo of the item contributor. Typed text says, Kidlit Auction Open Now!

About Kidlit For
Los Angeles
We are a group of kidlit creators who have been heartbroken by the apocalyptic scenes in Los Angeles. We are raising desperately needed funds for wildfire relief efforts in the impacted communities. Logos for: California Community Foundation, California Community Foundation, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, Animal Wellness Foundation Fire Relief Fund.

How does the auction work? Donations are listed on our auction page. Bid on items here:
www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles

Winners will show proof of donation to one of the auction’s four charities as payment for their item(s). These receipts will be reviewed, and winners will be connected with donors after verification.

The auction is January 20th (9am PST) through January 28th (8pm PST).

How Can I Help? Follow us here and on IG @kidlitforlosangeles. We’re sharing some of the amazing donations of signed books, school visits, art,
critiques, and AMAs from award-winning and NYT bestselling authors & illustrators,
agents, and editors.

Bid high and bid often! There are items from donors like Peter Brown, Suzanne Collins, Leigh Bardugo, Amanda Gorman, Kate DiCamillo, Jeff Kinney, Tui

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Jolene Gutiérrez | Kidlit Author & Teacher Librarian @writerjolene.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

Hi, friends! There's a #giveaway of my newest book!! ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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SF Said @whatsfsaid.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Just a reminder that the books we call "children's books" are really books written for an audience that includes children, but excludes absolutely no-one at all. They are BOOKS FOR EVERYONE - and you can never, ever be too old to read them, and to love them!

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

A LOVELY Kirkus review for my picture book, Alice Alone! Someone, pinch me? "This emotionally satisfying story will reassure children with multiple siblings that they’re vital to their family’s happy dynamic." "A cozy, relatable family story." Full review: www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...

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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 14/01/2025

If you have a #KidLit book launching Jan.13-19, 2025, reply w/ your book cover (with alt text), title, author & illustrator, publisher, launch date, link to where people can find more info. Pls add good karma to universe by helping to boost! It's a tough time to be launching books. #BookBirthday

An illustrated graphic with a textured blue and yellow background featuring scattered books and small blue hearts. The text reads: "KidLit Book Launches, Jan. 13–19, 2025." Additional text in smaller font says, "If you have a children’s book launching during this week, please reply with your book in one post (use alt text with images)." Artwork by Debbie Ridpath Ohi (DebbieOhi.com).

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Mychal Threets @mychal3ts.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

Do me a kindness! Share this if you love and support your local library & librarians (and remember: that includes your school library & school librarian) 😊📚 Thank you libraries & library workers… for everything ✨💚

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 12/01/2025

Congratulations, Chris! Enjoy this feeling, well done 👏!Sounds right up my alley...looking it up now.

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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 11/01/2025

For those who do care about what's happening in the world but sometimes need a feed free of politics, heartbreak, or mean-snark, feel free to follow my #Uplift feed: bsky.app/profile/debb... Hand-curated by yours truly, criteria unapologetically subjective.

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 12/01/2025

I'm thrilled to share advance praise for ALICE ALONE from The Midwest Book Review! Read the full review here: www.midwestbookreview.com/cbw/dec_24.h... @amicuspublishing.bsky.social @olgaherrera.bsky.social

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 02/01/2025

AMAZING way to start the new year, Jody! Congratulations!

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

Hubs is sound asleep on the couch next to me. I really want to go to bed, but my sweet pups are asleep on my lap after a couple hours of stressing over fireworks. Be gentle, '25.

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

Not making it til midnight here. Happy 2025!

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Jen the Feisty Librarian @feistywaters.com · 31/12/2024

I’m the kind of librarian who doesn’t care how many books you read this year, as long as you’re pro literacy and accessible library spaces for all and anti book banning and spreading misinformation.

Photo of Jen from February 2023 standing in her living room in front of Jason Carter art and wearing black tights, a colorful dress with book pattern, red belt and black cardigan.

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

64 Days until this picture book I love so much is out in the world and I can't wait! Beautifully brought to life with Olga Herrera's stunning illustrations! Alice Alone...coming March 4th, 2025 and available for pre-order now at your favorite book store!

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Scott Dworkin @dworkin.bsky.social · 29/12/2024

RIP Jimmy Carter.

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Laurel Snyder @laurelsnyder.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

Woke up thinking about how, when #JimmyCarter lost his 2nd run for president, he must have felt pretty powerless. & about how, in that moment, instead of giving into despondency, he found the work he *could* do, & in doing so, became even more powerful. That feels useful as we head into 2025...

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

Lucky to have had a sneak peek at this one! 😍

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Heather Turner @techielibgrl.com · 01/12/2024

Thanks for the reminder @jenniferlagarde.bsky.social #TlSky #EduSky #Skybrarians #Books #BookChallenge @bsky.app is different. Remember that when you are interacting. Boost the good :)

Here’s an alt text description for the image:

"Graphic with a sky-themed background featuring clouds and text explaining how social media sharing on Bluesky differs from other platforms. The main header reads: 'Reminder: Social Media Sharing on Bluesky Is Different.' Below this, there are four bullet points:

1. 'Bluesky's Algorithm is NOT based on capitalism-focused principles, so it works a bit differently...'
2. 'Engagement is different.'
3. 'Likes are great, but REPOSTING BOOSTS.'
4. 'So, when you resonate with something? REPOST to increase VISIBILITY for the community.'

A red exclamation mark icon is included at the top left of the graphic."

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Jessica Shaw @authorjessicashaw.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Two days away, enjoying nature--completely unplugged--does wonders for the soul. I even found a cozy reading spot to enjoy my current read...When Women Were Dragons by @kellybarnhill.bsky.social (SO GOOD)

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Jody Jensen Shaffer @jodywrites4kids.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

Illustrator friends (or anyone who knows), I’ve got a question for you! What words are typically used to describe different styles of illustration? I’m stuck w/ wispy, bold, vibrant, but that doesn’t capture everything! What’s your style? TIA! #kidlitart #kidlit #illustration

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