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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

And I’m open again. I’m looking for all kinds of stories from Kidlit to Adult. Stories that make me feel, escape, layered characters, and bonus points for a concept you can pitch in one line with everyone leaning in and saying shut up and take my money. I want that book. Send me that.

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Lindsey Aduskevich @laduskevich.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Hollie and I had a great day at the People of Publishing Conference! @hbmichaels.bsky.social #kidlit #writingcommunity #AALA

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

I’m closed to queries until Oct so I can read all my submissions, focus on my clients work and my own author deadlines.

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Hi authors and illustrators, I’m closing to queries on August 1 to catch up! I’ll open again in the fall. Here are three of my clients to give you a sense of where my taste falls. Happy summer! Illustrations - Debasmita Dasgupta, Denis Alonso and Derek Charm

A beautiful illustration by Debasmita Dasgupta of two tweens in a floral setting.

A cute illustration by Denis Alonso of little colorful dinosaurs playing in the water.

An illustration by Derek Charm of a cute corgi asleep on the beach.

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Authors, I’m closing to Adult submissions July 1. The response has been incredible but that means I need time to read everyone’s queries and catch up. I will remain open to Kidlit for now.

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

As a new agent at Martin-Newens Literary Management I am excited to build my list! I’m looking to rep Kidlit, authors and illustrators, including Graphic Novels, and select Adult Fiction. Anywho, here are some fun book covers to get my #mswl vibes. QueryTracker.net/query/hollie...

An image of various picturebook covers from Don’t Trust the Fish to Stuck. Books have big characters, hooky plots and humor.

Images of Middle grade covers from Front Desk to The Girl who drank the moon, showcasing unforgettable characters, and stories with heart and humor

A group of graphic novel covers showing strong hooks, unforgettable characters and a variety of story genres.

A list of my MSWL, and covers of movies, tv shows and books to give the vibes of adult books I am looking for. Strong hooks, layered characters, humor and a strong voice.

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

I’m so excited to announce I am now a Literary Agent at Martin-Newens! I can’t wait to build my list from Kidlit to Adult. MSWL coming... (And Benny is excited for his new assistant role.)

I’m smiling with my curls down, signing a document at my desk in front of my massive bookshelves petting Benny, a corgi and my new assistant.

My literally corgi smiling proudly behind my chair.

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#KidlitZombieWeek @kidlitzombieweek.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Manuscript giving you the cold stare? The dead eye? The stink eye? Time for a revision breakthrough that will makes those eyes pop, jaws drop, and hearts stop. Just three more days to share and tag all your #KidLit #WritingCommunity friends to join the #KidLitZombieWeek fun. #WriterSky #KidLitArt

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Jennifer Laughran @literaticat.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Sometimes people want to ask me questions about word count like I DIDN'T already write the definitive post on that topic. "It's from 2011, it's certainly outdated" -- lemme stop you right there, whippersnappers: I'VE BEEN UPDATING IT THE WHOLE TIME! literaticat.blogspot.com/2011/05/word...

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Wordcount Dracula

Q: My middle grade novel is complete at 250,000 words, and have five sequels planned which will each be approximately the same length. I kn...

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Here's your rainy holiday weekend reminder: the 5th anniversary of #KidLitArtPostcard is June 4th! I'm suggesting a theme for our illustrations: You, as a kid. Learn more about the event here: www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit

Text in pink/teal/gray reads: 5 years of KidLitArtPostcard. June 4th Theme: You, as a Kid! Illustration of a kid running with a party hat, yellow mailbag spilling postcards, pink shirt and shoes. Art and event by Gina Perry

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Hollie, I bring my theatrical background to the page! #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitpostcard

An illustration of parents in bed and kids waking them up.

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Celebrating #indiebookstore day at the amazing Booksmiths Shoppe in Danbury CT. #books #kidlit

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Hey #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Hollie, an illustrator and author. I always thought I’d be a stage mom, natural progression from theater teacher / director but apparently I’m a sports mom. Happy to collaborate on pb to middle grade projects! Happy spring! www.holliemichaels.com #kidlitart

Friendly aliens are playing baseball with kids. Black and white illustration - labeled with Hollie Michaels - www.holliemichaels.com hollie.kidlit@gmail.com

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

It's your lunchtime reminder that #KidLitArtPostcard is this Thursday, April 2nd. www.ginaperry.com/postcard

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All about KidLitArtPostcard — Gina Perry Illustrations

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Mindy Alyse Weiss @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Have you entered the #PBParty contest yet? I love how people join from around the world. Where do you live and what genre did you submit? What else do you write or illustrate? You have until 8 pm Eastern to enter. Good luck. :) mindyalyseweiss.com/...

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Trans Rights Readathon @trreadathon.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Welcome back to another year of the Trans Rights Readathon! This year’s readathon will take place from March 17 to March 31. If you want to officially sign up, fill out the form on our 🕸️site to join the fun! #TransRightsReadathon #trr26 #TransBooks

Header: 2026 Readathon Dates
Text: Mark your calendars! This year the 4th annual Trans Rights Readathon will be Tuesday, March 17th through Tuesday, March 31st! This year is our longest year yet!

Header: What is the Trans Rights Readathon?
Text: The Trans Rights Readathon is an annual decentralized call to action for readers and book lovers in support of Trans Day of Visibility (TDOV) on March 31st.

header: The #TRR isn’t just reading, it’s Action!
Text: The Trans Rights Readathon encourages readers to seek out books by and about trans, nonbinary, 2Spirit, and gender noncomforming authors and characters, along with taking action on the mutual, local, and national level!
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

First Thursday’s are my favorite - instead of doom scrolling - I’m Kidlit art scrolling and it’s so much better for my mental health. Highly recommend. #kidlit #kidlitart

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Hollie, I love to illustrate quirky, character driven, humorous stories, from PB up to MG. www.holliemichaels.com #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitpostcard

An illustration of slugs eating mushrooms in front of a stone wall. Behind the stone wall is a garden and a grumpy gnome pointing to my Name and info - Hollie Michaels, Author / Illustrator www.holliemichaels.com

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Adam Jarvis 🇨🇦 @nemacocy.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

MGHub's pitch party is back! Last year 50 agents and editors joined us. 66% of our 282 authors received at least one request. All #kidlit genres are accepted! Plus, you can join a critique group to polish your materials! Full details and links to sign-up are on our site: mghubpitch.com

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 04/01/2026

Our first #KidLitArtPostcard event of 2026 is this Thursday, January 8th. I think we'll all need the flood of art in our feed by then, right? www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

A #catsaturday flash back. We took out the ornaments and Obby claimed his spot for the season. Yes, every year we put up our non denominational holiday shrubbery.

non denominational holiday shrubbery twinkles in the background as a cat sits in a box that held the ornaments. Looking like - this is my spot now.

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Teresa Robeson @teresarobeson.com · 13/12/2025

2 days left to bid on items to benefit People of Color in Publishing! There're some excellent deals to be had for #writers of adult or kid lit. Don't miss a chance to get a critique from the brilliant @foyinsipub.bsky.social for example! 😍 peoplecolorpublishing.betterworld.org/auctions/poc...

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POC in Publishing Silent Auction by People of Color in Publishing

Help People of Color in Publishing meet their fundraising goal by sharing this campaign.

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Lindsey Aduskevich @laduskevich.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

#MSWL I would really love to see some picture books in my inbox right now from authors and author/illustrators. Send me your fresh concepts please. I love humor with BIG heart, dark humor, superb informational fiction, and lyrical stories that tug on my heart. #kidlit

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! Happy holidays #kidlit fam. This one was inspired by the things we do to make our kids happy. Especially this time of year. I am looking to collaborate on PB, to MGs. ✨ also seeking rep✨ www.holliemichaels.com #childrensbooks #illustrator #krampusart #kidart

An illustration of the Krampus reading his daughter a book on Santa.

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Tomorrow is the last #KidLitArtPostcard of 2025. My holiday wish is for #kidlit editors, agents, and art directors to connect with illustrators right here on Bluesky. I can't wait to see everyone's art tomorrow! Learn more at: www.ginaperry.com/postcard

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Quick evening reminder that next Thursday, December 4th, is our last #KidLitArtPostcard of 2025! www.ginaperry.com/postcard

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

I’m so excited to broaden my publishing journey! I’m going to intern for the amazing @laduskevich.bsky.social at Martin Literary.

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Lindsey Aduskevich @laduskevich.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

After three years of pursuing a career in agenting I am thrilled to announce that I am now a Junior Literary Manager with Martin Literary Management! Never give up on your dreams!! ✨🥂 #kidlit @valeriebolling.bsky.social @allisonrozo.bsky.social @kterrette.bsky.social @rachelshupin.bsky.social

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ALT: a drawing of the word grateful in purple

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Hollie an illustrator and author looking to collaborate on PBs to MG and GNs! All things magicical, characters with big personalities, quirky, fantasy, humor! ✨Also seeking rep!✨ www.holliemichaels.com #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitpostcard #childrebsbook

An illustration of a young boy grumpy with a moving box in a line of movers about to enter a building. Residents of the apartments are all peaking in the window.

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Let's go #kidlit illustrators, editors, agents, and art directors! Tomorrow is #KidLitArtPostcard www.ginaperry.com/postcard

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Hi #portfolioday I’m Hollie, an author and illustrator in New England. I’m open to picture books and chapter books, and MG. #kidlitart #kidlit www.holliemichaels.com

An illustration of Three sleuthing bears behind a door.

An illustration of a trick or treaters. A vampire kid and ghost floating in the middle of the line. The other kids are freaked out.

An illustration of a kid moving. The apartment building windows have people of all types watching.

An illustration of slugs in a pumpkin going down driver and gnomes behind it all.

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

I find pitch contest overwhelming. I tend to pop in and out. But supporting everyone’s incredible work made it worth it. Fingers crossed for those who got agent hearts. Here is Super Benny rooting for the projects who didn’t get noticed this time. #dvpit #kidlit

A corgi with a red cap on giving a look that says - I get a treat for wearing this thing right?

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Brian LaRossa @brianlarossa.com · 10/10/2025

An illustrator alerted me to the attached email. Someone is impersonating me! Offering #kidlit illustrators fake deals! This is not me! The deal-structure/schedule is insane. The deadline is quite friendly?! 10 picture books in 3 years?! Please let me know if you receive an email like this!

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Hey #KidLitGN creators, we have an early treat. One more week to pitch! After requests to open the event a few days more, we did, for one week. Please subscribe to our website so we can keep you informed and share the pitch event on your socials. kidlitgn.com/2022/08/29/s... #kidlit

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Hi #DVArt, I’m Hollie your friendly #ND and #JV #illustrator/ author looking for rep and projects. Open to #PB to #MG ~ When I’m not creating stories for young people, I’m trying to bake things that are sugar free but still yummy. #DVPit #wfh #kidlitart

Two little girls baking and making a mess.

Movers moving into an apt and a kid not happy he’s moving.

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#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

TOMORROW (Oct 8th) is #DVpit! Any unagented Marginalized writer or artist seeking out representation is invited to participate from 8AM - 8PM ET! Please make sure you review our rules & guidelines before the event: dvpit.carrd.co#faq #writersky #booksky #artistsky #weneeddiversebooks

#DVPit Rules
-#DVpit (Diverse Voices Pitch) is a Bluesky event for marginalized creators that have been historically underrepresented in publishing to pitch their work to agents & editors
-Post your pitch on Bluesky on Wednesday, Oct 8, 2025
between 8AM ET - 8PM ET
-Only post once per hour (6 max pitches per project)
-Must have a polished, query ready manuscript or art portfolio.
-Pitch must include the #DVpit hashtag (illustrators pitching their art must use the #DVArt hashtag)
-A like from an agent = a query request
-A repost from an editor = interest in submission once you've signed with an agent
-A like from an editor = editor who takes unagented submissions
-Please do not like or repost a pitch if you are not an agent or an editor. Support other creators by replying to their pitch or
quote-reposting their pitches
-Visit dvpit.carrd.co for more detailed guidelines.

#DVpit 2025 has 70+ Agents & Editors committed to participate & boost marginalized creators from the following literary agencies and publishers:
Andrea Brown Lit
Ash Literary
Azantian Literary Agency
Dystel, Goderich & Bourret
Folio Literary Management
Gallt & Zacker Literary
Gelfman Schneider Literary
Hachette
Grand Central Publishing
Little Brown Books for Young Readers
Harper Collins
Harlequin
Hanover Square
HG Literary
Inked in Gray Press
Jill Grinberg Literary
Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency
Macmillan
Feiwel & Friends
Farrar, Straus & Giroux
Roaring Brook Press
Saturday books
Wednesday books
Mad Woman Literary
Neighborhood Literary
New Leaf Literary & Media
Open Book Literary
Page Street Publishing
Park, Fine & Brower
Penguin Random House
Ballantine
Berkley
Delacorte
Labyrinth Road
Penguin Workshop
Viking
Root Literary
Simon & Schuster
Aladdin
Atheneum
Atria
McElderry
Sheldon Fogelman Agency
Sourcebooks
Stonefruit Studio
Triada US
Writers House
Zando

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Calling all #agents, #editors, and #publishers of #graphicnovels for #kids through YA! Check out all the fantastic stories pitched at KidlitGN.com , now through October 31... and don't forget to request! There are over 150 #pitches from over 125 #creators!

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Hollie, and fall is my favorite season! I’d love to work on a spooky or cozy PB, Chapter Books, MG and early GNs… please and thank you! Hollie.kidlit@gmail.com www.holliemichaels.com *seeking rep*

A group of trick or treaters are freaked out as they wait in line at a house, when in the middle of the line a vampire kid and ghost - both in costumes - are floating.

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#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

#DVpit is 1 week away! We're excited to have over 70+ Agents & Editors committed to participate & boost marginalized creators from dozens of literary agencies and publishing imprints! For the next week we'll be having a #DVparty to get hyped up for the event! more info: dvpit.carrd.co #writersky

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

PITCHES ARE OPEN! Submit your comics-style PBs, early, MG or YA #graphicnovel projects from now until Oct. 1 at 11:59 EDT Submit at: www.kidlitgn.com #KidLitGN #comics #pitchevent #pitch #MG #YA #PB #GB #kidlit

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KidLitGN – Hosting Pitch Events For Creators of Kids through YA Graphic Novels

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

GN creators, only TWO days left to load your PB, Early, MG or YA #graphicnovel projects at the #KidLitGN 2025 pitch event at www.kidlitgn.com The pitch window closes on Oct. 1 at 11:59 EDT but #agents and #editors can look all month! #pitchevent #kidlit #illustrators #graphicnovels #comics

The pitch window for #kidlitGN is OPEN! Editors and Agents can start reviewing pitches on Oct 1. Start here - KIDLITGN.com - and pitch now on our website.

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

The next #KidLitArtPostcard event is Thursday, October 2nd. Just over a week away! We will be extending the event through Friday in recognition of Yom Kippur. #kidlit www.ginaperry.com/postcard

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Larissa D. Elliott @larissadelliott.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

It's time for all the October art challenges! My challenge for you is to include diversity in the art you're making. Feel free to go out of order or include diversity beyond what's included in this list. Use the hashtag #DiversifyMyArt or #DiversifyMyArt2025 and feel free to tag me!

#DiversifyMyArt October challenge 2025. Feel free to combine with other challenges. 1. Cleft lip
2. Crutches or cane
3. Curly hair
4. Vitiligo
5. Insulin pump
or glucometer
6. Pregnancy
7. Cerebral Palsy
8. Tattoos
9. Fat positivity
10. Leg braces
11. Piercings
12. Oxygen tank
13. Lazy eye
14. Birthmark
15. Broken arm or leg
16. Facial hair
17. Evidence of faith
18. Braids/locs
19. Mixed race family
20. Dwarfism
21. Twins
22. Religious headwear
23. Albinism
24. Cornrows
25. LGBTQIA+
26. Prosthetic limb
27. Service animal
28. Hair loss
29. Visual impairment
30. Saree
31. Sign language

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Andrea Brown Literary Agency @andreabrownlit.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

We’re back with #ABLArtFest 2025! There's a lot going on in the world these days, so this year we're offering weekly prompts this year instead of daily ones. Use the #ABLArtFest hashtag and tag @andreabrownlit so everyone can find you. We can't wait to see what great pieces you come up with!

ABLA art fest 2025 prompts for illustrators: fall festivities, the crystal ball reveals, ghostly encounters, chats by the cauldron, trunk or treat

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Prize drop #3! Win a 12-month license to the fantastic Clip Studio Paint EX- software built for making comics! Enter: kidlitgn.com/articles/ Clip Studio Paint is a long-time sponsor of #KidLitGN 's pitch event! www.clipstudio.net/en/ #kidlit #graphicnovels #pitchevent #illustrators

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Allison Rozo @allisonrozo.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Thank you dear Vivian Kirkfield for celebrating UNIQUE LIKE YOU! Please go to @viviankirkfield.bsky.social to link to her Blog to read & comment for a chance to WIN a signed copy and a 🫏 Stuffy! 🥳 🇨🇴 #hispanicheritagemonth @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social #bookbirthday #kidlitwriter #kidlit #picturebook

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Best overheard dialogue I heard in Brooklyn this weekend - “I’m not a Queen. I’m an empress.” Writer friends - What have you over heard recently that got your ears tuned in? #writingcommunity

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