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Caroline @carolinewu.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Whew! I so so enjoyed reading all of the #PBParty entries 🎉The finalists this year are seriously talented. I laughed, I cried, and I loved every story. Agents and editors can still request through end of May: mindyalyseweiss.com/pbparty-2026...

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MMMmmm #PBParty entry "The Apple Hunter" sounds delicious. It makes me want to follow Tom Brown's footsteps and discover new (old?) apple varieties! mindyalyseweiss.com/29-the-apple...

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I really appreciate the story of #PBParty entry "The Mini Teacher". It raises awareness of bilingualism as an asset, and I love the author's connection to the story ❤️ mindyalyseweiss.com/28-the-mini-...

Love the charming story of #PBParty entry "What is this?" The visuals and story feel so cozy. I wish I could buy this book today! mindyalyseweiss.com/40-what-is-t...

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#PBParty entry "Plucked" looks incredible. I love the artwork of that sweet plucked chicken (that is a really weird sentence, isn't it) and the backstory is really heartwarming. mindyalyseweiss.com/38-plucked/

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Love the storytelling of #PBParty entry "Watching From the Stands". I love the voice and lyricism and the story sounds sooo charming and heartwarming. mindyalyseweiss.com/30-watching-...

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#PBParty entry "Code Name: Little Red" is so so catchy. Love a spy story and the illustrations will be so fun! mindyalyseweiss.com/33-code-name...

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Obsessed with #PBParty entry "Chicken Legs and Too Many Eggs". One of the stories that made me laugh out loud! I can't wait to read more about the newly hatched miniature huts! mindyalyseweiss.com/31-chicken-l...

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Caroline @carolinewu.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Loving the sweet story in #PBParty entry "The Glass Gardener." Besides its fabulous title, the language is lovely and I have a feeling that the story will pull so many heartstrings! mindyalyseweiss.com/34-the-glass...

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Ahhh adore #PBParty entry "Rub - The Story of an Angry Eraser". My heart goes out to angry (and sweet), well-intentioned Rub. Really can't wait to see this one in the world! mindyalyseweiss.com/35-rub-the-s...

Caroline @carolinewu.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Really love the charm of #PBParty entry "Skunk is Stuck!" I just think this would be the funnest to illustrate. Aren't skunks the cutest? mindyalyseweiss.com/27-skunk-is-...

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Caroline @carolinewu.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Thrilled to share that I have been selected to be a #PBRisingStars mentee to the wonderful @jasmineifang.bsky.social! So excited to go on this journey with Jasmine and the other amazing mentees! Thank you @ebonylynnmudd.bsky.social @laylafallah.bsky.social @kaileipewbooks.bsky.social 💜

“2026 PB Rising Stars Mentee” in a planetary graphic

“Jasmine Fang’s mentee is Caroline Wu” in a star graphic

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#PBParty entry "Snooze: The Loud Story of Alarm Clocks and Nine More Minutes" is SOOO good. The rhythm and lyricism is on point. A perfect read-aloud, and I SO want to know why the snooze button is 9 minutes! mindyalyseweiss.com/23-snooze-th...

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LOVE #PBParty entry "How to Be a Marmot (In Five Easy Steps)." First, marmots are the best. Second, this story is so silly and sassy -- and makes me want to be a marmot! mindyalyseweiss.com/25-how-to-be...

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#PBParty entry "The Flashy Life of Pyralis the Firefly" is so lovely! I love the imagery of Pyralis in her egg. It's so vivid and I can imagine such beautiful illustrations. mindyalyseweiss.com/20-the-flash...

#PBParty entry "Maya and The Missing Garlands" sounds so full of joy -- and I love curious, spunky Maya already. Definitely the kind of wedding I'd love to attend! mindyalyseweiss.com/19-maya-and-...

Caroline @carolinewu.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

The #PBParty showcase is still live this week! This means agents and editors will be able to make requests all week. 🎉🎉🎉 I'm excited to keep reading entries! mindyalyseweiss.com/pbparty-2026...

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Wow #PBParty entry "The Little Girl Who Took Her Time Everywhere" is sooo charming! I love Suki's sassy voice and the imagery is beautiful, too. Can't wait to see this one on the shelves! mindyalyseweiss.com/11-the-littl...

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Caroline @carolinewu.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

#PBParty entry "Strolling Down the Forest Trail" is so creative and lyrical! I love the sense of movement you get reading the sample, and the full sounds like it'll be utterly charming mindyalyseweiss.com/5-strolling-...

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So touched by #PBParty entry "S is for S'agapo". The pitch and sample are both beautiful and feel so deeply personal. mindyalyseweiss.com/4-s-is-for-s...

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So moved by #PBParty entry "Meka & Yari". My heart aches after reading the sample, and what an important story to tell. Can't wait to read this full story one day! mindyalyseweiss.com/14-meka-yari/

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#PBParty entry "Who Knows Best" is so funny. I love (and am slightly scared of) the idea of a smell-Olympics! mindyalyseweiss.com/3-who-nose-b...

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#PBParty entry "The End" sounds so funny. Love Jojo's desperation to get to recess. The story sounds full of cheek and mischief! mindyalyseweiss.com/13-the-end/

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Awww #PBParty entry "One Night Only: A Paw-formance for Pups" is utterly delightful! It sounds so sweet and I really love the puns! 🐾 mindyalyseweiss.com/12-one-night...

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#PBParty entry "Wild Threads" sounds so beautiful. I love the rambunctious main character Nina, and how the story weaves storytelling and the rainforest. Can't wait to see this in the world! mindyalyseweiss.com/2-wild-threa...

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#PBParty entry "Roommatezzz" is hilarious and so voicey. Love all the little fly names, especially Sebastian-Erickson 🤣 mindyalyseweiss.com/18-roommatez...

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Just read #PBParty entry "When Don Lost His Key". SUCH a fun, charming idea. I really want to read this to my nephew! mindyalyseweiss.com/21-when-don-...

Wow, tears came to my eyes reading #PBParty entry "Kiko's Broken Bowl." I love the imagery and the quiet lyricism. And what a powerful topic. Can't wait to see this in the world. mindyalyseweiss.com/26-kikos-bro...

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Loving the title and story of #PBParty entry "Olivia Huang and Luna Park are Not the Same Person", and such a relatable situation. Can't wait to read this in a book store! @tleungabbott.bsky.social mindyalyseweiss.com/1-olivia-hua...

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Oh wow, #PBParty entry "To Pack a Life in a Suitcase" really hit me in the feels. The excerpt and beautiful images bring me to such a nostalgic place ❤️ @cecilialarosa.bsky.social mindyalyseweiss.com/39-to-pack-a...

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Feeling so moved by #PBParty entry "Together on Cloud 37". What a touching story, with gorgeous artwork. @shirleywaisman.bsky.social mindyalyseweiss.com/37-together-...

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#PBParty entry "If I had a Bakunawa" is so fun and imaginative! Who wouldn't want a dragon for a pet?! @likhanicindy.bsky.social mindyalyseweiss.com/36-if-i-had-...

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Mindy Alyse Weiss @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

As an avid tea drinker, I'm obsessed with #PBParty entry "Diversitea". The rhythm and imagery are magical ✨ mindyalyseweiss.com/7-diversitea/

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Have you seen the amazing #PBParty Showcase? Everyone is welcome to browse the finalists & Illustration Showcase. Comments are only for agent/editor/AD requests. I love these entries & illustrations so much...and can't wait for them to be out in the world. 💗 mindyalyseweiss.com/pbparty-2026...

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Caroline @carolinewu.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Wow, literally shivered at the last line of #PBParty entry "Star Soup". So beautifully done and can't wait to see this story out in the world one day! @blytheawilliams.bsky.social mindyalyseweiss.com/pbparty-entr...

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Caroline @carolinewu.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

#PBParty entry "Up We Go! Amazing Elevators" is SO SO charming. I love its blend of information and read-aloud whimsy. Now I want to know about the world's most unusual elevators! @amandapanwriter.bsky.social mindyalyseweiss.com/17-up-we-go-...

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Bopping my head while reading #PBParty entry "Boogie Down: The Birth of Hip Hop". Loving the rhythm and flow! mindyalyseweiss.com/10-boogie-do...

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LOVED reading #PBParty entry Beatriz Bruja about a little witch itching to catch a spell as horrible as she is. So charming! mindyalyseweiss.com/24-beatriz-b...

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#PBParty entry Terry Beary the Fierce Fairy is SO funny and charming. I see no reason why tooth fairies can't be big, loud, and furry! mindyalyseweiss.com/16-terry-bea...

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