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Joana Pastro @joanapastro.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

ALPHABOTS by @VickyFang is a new favorite of mine. Not only there are robots, but you can mix and match their parts through flipping the different page sections. So much fun! A must read for anyone, but specially the STEM or STEAM obsessed like me!

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Joana Pastro @joanapastro.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

NUNU AND THE SEA by @isabellakung.bsky.social is a work of art. breathtaking art perfectly complements the text about those big feelings we all have & the strategy Nunu uses to overcome them. This is a fantastic resource for social emotional learning and anyone who feels deeply. Read it!

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Colleen Paeff @colleenpaeff.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

NUNU AND THE SEA is a gorgeous book that will help young readers see that though emotions can be scary, they don’t last forever. Parents and teachers will turn to this book often as a way to help children navigate difficult emotions. ♥️ @isabellakung.bsky.social, congratulations on another winner!

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Jennifer Laughran @literaticat.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

It's release week for JIA HAS A DOG PROBLEM, illustrated by @isabellakung.bsky.social, written by Stephanie Ellen Sy! It's an absolutely adorable picture book about a little girl who is afraid of dogs... and a dog who is afraid of little girls. 🐶💜 bookshop.org/a/809/978059...

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Check out Jia Has a Dog Problem - <b>A young girl is afraid of dogs, and a small dog is afraid of children in this funny, bighearted picture book about overcoming fear to find friendship.</b><br>...

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Ekkk I’m so excited for JIA HAD A DOG PROBLEM to come out tomorrow! 🥰🎉🥳

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Kathy Jo Watson @kathywatson.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Day 69 #365PictureBooks NUNU AND THE SEA @isabellakung.bsky.social Imaginative. Emotional. Engaging. Sweet Nunu sets sail on a sea of her own big emotions. She struggles to stay afloat until her origami creations help her focus and chart a calmer course home. #kidlit

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Andrea Brown Literary Agency @andreabrownlit.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

🎨 Illustrator spotlight on Isabella Kung! Isabella is represented by Jennifer Laughran and open to illustration opportunities for picture books, board books, and black and white interiors. Check out Isabella's illustrator page! @isabellakung.bsky.social @literaticat.bsky.social

A bright and joyful landscape in which a small barefoot girl is crossing a bridge on an island that is covered with paper trees and flowers and filled with origami animals – dragonfly, rabbit, fox, elephant and other creatures, each holding scraps of bright yellow paper. This image served as the casewrap for the book NUNU AND THE SEA by Isabella Kung, Knopf, 2025.

A small barefoot girl with red spectacles and a backpack kneels on an origami sea turtle, who is cruising through a swirling purple, orange and hot-pink sea. A careful reader will notice that the origami turtle is made from a page of ALICE IN WONDERLAND. From the book NUNU AND THE SEA by Isabella Kung, Knopf, 2025.

A Hong Kong street scene that features an Ice Cream man in a colorful truck with a “Mobile Softee” sign. He’s handing a soft-serve ice cream to a small girl wearing a zany outfit who is handing him money. From the book JIA HAS A DOG PROBLEM by Stephanie Ellen Sy, Kokila, May 2026.

A colorful image of a small girl and a French Bulldog huddled underneath a bench together nervously as water pools on the ground around them. From the book JIA HAS A DOG PROBLEM by Stephanie Ellen Sy, Kokila, May 2026.

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The Horn Book @thehornbook.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

⭐ #PictureBook #HBReviewoftheWeek NUNU AND THE SEA by @isabellakung.bsky.social (Knopf/ @randomhousekids.bsky.social ): "This sensitive, engaging book acknowledges overwhelming feelings and offers a compassionate nudge toward healthy coping mechanisms." www.hbook.com/story/review...

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Abi Cushman @abicushman.com · 06/11/2025

Hello #KidlitArtPostcard! I'm Abi Cushman, and I love illustrating stories with funny animal characters. I'm represented by Kendra Marcus at BookStop Literary Agency. Portfolio: abicushman.com #kidlit #kidlitart

Illustration by Abi Cushman of Bear hula hooping in puddle. Scene from Soaked!

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Come join me for a book reading of NUNU AND THE SEA tomorrow at @hicklebees.bsky.social Nov,1st 11am! I’ll share some inspirations and Easter eggs! Followed by a little doodle and lead an exercise to conjure up a storm! #nunuandthesea #kidlit #picturebook #booktour #childrenbook

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Melanie Ellsworth @melaniebellsworth.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Read this picture book gem by @isabellakung.bsky.social today! Got lost in the gorgeous illustrations. This journey through a child's big feelings is so thoughtfully and gently done, reminding readers of the power of processing strong emotions through art and imagination.

Book cover of the picture book NUNU AND THE SEA by Isabella Kung depicts a young Asian girl and her backpack on a life-sized origami sailboat in a sea of blues and pinks. The girl holds out her hand as an origami crane is about to land on it.

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Jilanne Hoffmann | Kidlit @jilanne.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

📚👍Congrats to @isabellakung.bsky.social on launching her beautiful new picture book about big emotions, Nunu and the Sea!!! It’s gorgeous! #kidlit #picturebooks

Isabella Kung speaking about Nunu and the Sea at her book launch

A stack of Nunu and the Sea at On Waverly bookstore in San Francisco

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Andrea Brown Literary Agency @andreabrownlit.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

It's a 💫third💫 star for NUNU AND THE SEA by @isabellakung.bsky.social! This time from The Horn Book! 🌟 “This sensitive, engaging book acknowledges overwhelming feelings and offers a compassionate nudge toward healthy coping mechanisms.” 🌟 @literaticat.bsky.social

"This sensitive, engaging book acknowledges overwhelming feelings and offers a compassionate nudge toward healthy coping mechanisms.” - a starred review by The Horn Book

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

My little heart is riding all the high waves today as NUNU AND THE SEA hits the shelves like a storm! A brilliant, magnificent and magical storm of joy! 💖 Thank you @literaticat.bsky.social for believing Nunu right from the start 💗 I predict happy tears to come at my launch party tonight! 🥹🥳

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Andrea Brown Literary Agency @andreabrownlit.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

It's a Bulletin star for NUNU AND THE SEA written and illustrated by Isabella Kung (@isabellakung.bsky.social)! 🌟 “A metaphor for readers, showing them that like a house, a heart can repair and heal with time.” 🌟 Read the Full Review here @literaticat.bsky.social

“A metaphor for readers, showing them that like a house, a heart can repair and heal with time.” -The Bulletin starred review for Nunu and the Sea by Isabella Kung

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Abi Cushman @abicushman.com · 09/10/2025

I had the privilege of reading an advance copy of NUNU AND THE SEA by @isabellakung.bsky.social. I hope everyone gets a chance to read this when it comes out on 10/14. It's an absolutely beautiful book with breathtaking art. ❤️

Nunu and the Sea by Isabella Kung book cover: Girl with glasses in an origami boat

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Andrea Brown Literary Agency @andreabrownlit.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

It's a School Library Journal star for THE DAY THE BOOKS DISAPPEARED written by Joanna Ho (@joannahowrites.bsky.social) and Caroline Kusin, and illustrated by Dan Santat! 🌟 “[An] uplifting and thought-provoking picture book.” 🌟 Read the Full Review here @carynwiseman.bsky.social

“The importance of respecting different perspectives is gently explored in this uplifting and thought-provoking picture book.” -starred review by School Library Journal about The Day the Books Disappeared

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Andrea Brown Literary Agency @andreabrownlit.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

It's a Kirkus star for NUNU AND THE SEA written and illustrated by Isabella Kung (@isabellakung.bsky.social) 🌟 “Captivating. An emotional journey of epic proportions.” 🌟 Read the Full Review here @literaticat.bsky.social

“Captivating. An emotional journey of epic proportions.” -Kirkus starred review for NUNU AND THE SEA

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Anna Daviscourt @annadaviscourt.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Anna, an author/illustrator from the PNW. I'm a fan of patterns, nature and loveable characters-all culminating in this ode to the undergrowth! 🍄annadavsicourt@gmail.com 🪲annadaviscourt.com #Kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration

The left side is a detailed painting of brown undergrowth filled with dry leaves, twigs and bugs. Orange mushrooms and small green leaves burst through while two small green characters with leaves on their heads hold hands. The right side is white with text that reads: illustrator-author/ANNA DAVISCOURT/annadaviscourt@gmail.com/annadaviscourt.com
Made with acrylic gouache and colored pencils on Bristol paper.

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Sojung Kim-McCarthy @creativesojung.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Hi #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m a Korean illustrator based in the UK. I illustrate PB-MG, & love working on folktales, food, and stories about finding a new home & friends. Portfolio: sojungkimmccarthy.art Email: sojungkimmccarthy.gmail.com Agent: Susan Hawk (Upstart Crow Literary)

New agent announcement illustration in traditional Korean minhwa style. A Korean girl in hanbok riding on the back of a roaring tiger is greeting a three-legged crow on a pine tree. The writing in a red square in traditional stamp style says “Repped by Upstart Crow.”

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Gordy Wright @gordywright.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Hello #KidLitArtPostcard 👋 My name is Gordy and I'm a Scotland based illustrator painting my illustrations in gouache, acrylic and inks 🎨 🌐 gordywright.com 📚 Rep’d by The Bright Agency #childrensbooks #kidlitart #illustration

Illustration of Addax, Xeric and Oryx travelling across the sand dunes of the Sahara desert

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Christopher Thornock @thornockstudios.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Tiny witch. Tiny hat. ‘Lil attitude. Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Boo. I’m Chris and you can find more work at thornockstudios.com. Queries to Lori at Steelworks Literary. #kidlit #illustrator #witch #halloween

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Charlene Chua @charlenedraws.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Hello #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Charlene Chua & I illustrate books for kids. 🌟Open for 2026 book projects! 🌟 Portfolio - charlenechua.com Agent - Tracy Marchini #kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #PB #GN #chapterbooks #boardbooks

art of 3 cute witches riding on broomsticks above a city. each witch has a cute cat familiar riding with her.

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Victoria Maderna @victoriamaderna.com · 02/10/2025

Hey there #kidlitartpostcard! 🍂 I'm Victoria, an Argentinian illustrator based in France, and I love autumn and painting nature and animals. Looking for new projects (PB, MG, covers & +)! 🖥️ victoriamaderna.com ✉️ hi@victoriamaderna.com

Painting of a boar in a sweater with a mushroom basket, holding and smelling a mushroom. Text underneath says: Victoria Maderna - hi@victoriamaderna.com - victoriamaderna.com

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm Gina Perry, an author and illustrator of children's books, and creator of this monthly event. I'm rep'd for books by Sean McCarthy, more work at: www.ginaperry.com #kidlit

Vertical illustration. A kid vampire is laying in his coffin, curled up with his cat and a book named SUN KID. The book is emitting a warm glow. Text reads Gina Perry www.ginaperry.com Rep'd by Sean McCarthy

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Vanessa Morales @phonemova.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Hi/Hola #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Vanessa Morales 🇲🇽 & I’m a kidlit Illustrator ✨I’m Open for 2026 book projects! So please don’t hesitate to reach out my agent Portfolio - www.phonemova.com Agent - Stefanie Sanchez Von Borstel #kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #PB #chapterbooks #boardbooks

Spooky mix of Halloween and Día de Muertos Art, because these two are my favourite festivities! I’d love to work in a spooky picture book

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Malia Pila @maliapila.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day and 2nd day of Halloween! I'm Malia, a hapa Hawaiian illustrator who loves stories that are a little unusual and playing with seasonal color palettes. Rep'd by James McGowan of Bookends Literary ✨ maliapila.com for more of my work!

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Happy Fall! I’ve shared this illustration few of weeks ago as part my preorder campaign(free poster!). Since this is my FAV spread from #Nunuandthesea I feel the urge to share it officially for #kidlitartpostcard 💖 Rep’d by @literaticat.bsky.social Portfolio: isabellakung.com ✨ #kidlit #kidlitart

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Andrea Brown Literary Agency @andreabrownlit.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

My Barrio Sings in Spanglish illustrated by @gabbyzapata.bsky.social Patriots of Color at Lexington and Concord by Ray Anthony Shepard Baby Truck @ericasirotich.bsky.social Harry the Hairiest Laurenne Sala @isabellakung.bsky.social

My Barrio Sings in Spanglish
Elizabeth Lee at Penguin Workshop has bought world rights to My Barrio Sings in Spanglish by Mónica Mancillas (l.), illustrated by Gabby Zapata. This picture book follows Liliana who loves to sing along to the natural music and movement of her Los Angeles barrio. Publication is set for fall 2027; Melissa Edwards at Stonesong Press represented the author, and Kelly Sonnack at Andrea Brown Literary Agency represented the illustrator.

Patriots of Color at Lexington and Concord
Carolyn Yoder at Astra/Calkins Creek has bought, in an exclusive submission, world rights to The Forgotten: Patriots of Color at Lexington and Concord by Ray Anthony Shepard (Runaway; A Long Time Coming), illustrated by R. Gregory Christie, an historical fiction picture book that gives voice to the Black and Brown men and women who participated in the events at Lexington and Concord in the first battles of the American Revolution. Publication is planned for 2027; Caryn Wiseman at Andrea Brown Literary Agency represented the author, and the illustrator represented himself.

Baby Truck
Wendy McClure at Sourcebooks Jabberwocky has bought world rights to Baby Truck by JD Davis (l.), illustrated by Erica Sirotich, first in a board book series about an infant truck whose days are filled with exciting activities and fun routines as he learns how to be a big boy truck. Publication is set for fall 2026; Jennifer Newens at Martin Literary Management represented the author, and Jennifer Laughran at Andrea Brown Literary Agency represented the illustrator in the three-book deal.

Harry the Hairiest
Olivia Luchini at Penguin Workshop has bought world rights to Harry the Hairiest by Laurenne Sala (l.), illustrated by Isabella Kung. The picture book follows a furry monster named Harry who longs to be appreciated for things other than his hair. Publication is planned for fall 2026; Kelly Sonnack and Jennifer Laughran at Andrea Brown Literary Agency represented the author and illustr

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

🚨EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT!🚨 I’ve made preorder goodies for NUNU AND THE SEA coming out 10/14/2025 - 11x17” POSTERS of 2 of my favorite illustrations, exclusively available at two of my favorite indie bookstores! 💖Preorder links in the comments! #kidlit #kidlitart #picturebook #childrensbooks #art

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Time for a new profile pic 🥰 did you know Nunu is my family nickname? What’s yours? Please tell me in the comments! NUNUN AND THE SEA coming out 10/14/2025! 🌊🌊🌊 #kidlit #kidlitart #picturebook #childrensbook #authorillustrator #emotions

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Shiho Pate ペイトしほ Illustration @shihopate.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

Summer is almost over aka my daughter is going back to school soon and I don't want it to enddd😭 It went by so fast this year..! #kidlitart

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Greg Pak @gregpak.net · 07/08/2025

"A.i." doesn't empower anyone. It strips them of belief in themselves and the power of their own minds and hands and abilities and stories. EVERY KID CAN DRAW. EVERY KID CAN TELL STORIES AND MAKE COMICS. Fuck "A.i." for telling kids lies and making them less-than.

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Katy Tanis @katytanis.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Hey! #kidlitartpostcard broke my finger earlier this week. 😭 So couldn’t make new art but here’s an elephant bird for you! I’m repped by Lara Perkins @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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Yaroslava Apollonova @odnatamyara.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! My name is Yara, I’m a kidlit illustrator looking for new exciting projects! I love using soft colors, traditional textures and playing with shapes in my works. I’m proudly represented by Jem Chambers-Black at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social 👁️👁️ odnatamyara.com

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Melissa Malone @melmaloneart.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Hello #KidLitArtPostcard Day! My name is Melissa- I’m an illustrator based in Ireland. I’m inspired by the organic patterns + textures of nature, old homes + bold playful shapes 🌀Rep'd by Kyle Williams at @wendylynnco.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitart #kitlitpostcardday #kidlitpostcard #illustration

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Tracy Nishimura Bishop ✨Illustrator @tracybishopart.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy August #kidlitartpostcard day! I hope everyone is enjoying a fun summer ☀️ I'm Tracy and I illustrate all forms of kid lit books! I am repp'd by MB Artists. Find my work at www.tracybishop.com

Teen girl sitting on a tree stump. Her travel case is next to her and she’s holding a cupcake. Background has a camp cabin with a couple of campers.

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Kris Easler @kriseasler.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy Kid Lit Art Postcard Day! I'm Kris Easler, an illustrator who loves all things nature and drawing grumpy little guys like this one. Proudly represented by @jenrofe.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social Check out more of my work at www.kriseasler.com! #kidlitartpostcard

An illustration with a garden gnome (tall red hat, bushy white beard, whimsical green outfit) with tall (for him) grass surrounding him, with a very grumpy look on his face. The text reads Kris Easler, kriseasler.com, rep’d by Jen Rofé

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Rachel Foo @speakyst.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy August #kidlitartpostcard day! I hope everyone is having a great summer☀️🏖️ I'm Rachel and I would love to be considered for picture books, board books and any kidlit-art-related projects. Website: rachel-foo.com Agency 💼 : astound.us/publishing #kidlitart #kidlit #art #illustration

Illustration of a boy and his dog, chasing seagulls by the beach. The dog is taking his babysitter duties very seriously. There are shorebirds in the background and foreground. Made digitally in Procreate.

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Make way for the Gnome-bulance! My name is Gina Perry and I'm a kidlit author and illustrator. I'm rep'd by Sean McCarthy Lit. I love drawing little worlds, trucks, and characters that make you smile. See more at: ginaperry.com #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitart

Promotional illustration of a woodland forest scene. A fox and bugs look on as several vehicles zip by on a dirt path, including a gnome-bulance. Gnomes are driving trucks carrying beets, an ambulance carrying an injured chipmunk getting care and a snack, and a tricyle with a jar of fresh flowers. www.ginaperry.com Rep'd by Sean McCarthy.

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Are you a busy little bee? Are you too busy? On scale of 1-10, how busy are you? Happy #kidlitartpostcard day. My name is Mark Hoffmann and I’m a kidlit author/illustrator. I am rep’d by Jenn Laughran (@literaticat) with @andreabrownlit. #kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart

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Charlene Chua @charlenedraws.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Hello #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Charlene Chua & I illustrate books for kids. 🌟Open for 2026 projects for PB, GN, board & chapter books🌟 Portfolio - charlenechua.com Agent - Tracy Marchini @bookendsliterary.bsky.social #kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #art

Art of a old style ice cream cart with a senior Chinese man selling ice cream. Around him are some children and a mom waiting to buy ice cream. In the background are some apartment buildings and a park. In the foreground are some hungry pigeons.

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! This is a close-up of one of my FAVORITE #illustration from my book NUNU AND THE SEA, where she finds a new way to move forward. 🌊 I’m an author/illustrator rep’d by @literaticat.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social Portfolio: isabellakung.com ✨ #kidlit #kidlitart

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

I look forward to speaking at #picturebookpalooza tomorrow & with many esteemed creators too😍! Join us on the “Navigating Our Emotions” Panel at 1:30-2:30ET! Registration is free! 🔗: www.slj.com/event/slj-pi...

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Join us July 17th for our fifth annual SLJ Picture Book Palooza, an all-day, free virtual celebration of authors and artists from around the world, who bring picture books to life with their extraordi...

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Srinidhi Srinivasan | Kidlit Illustrator @srinidhidraws.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day I’m srinidhi, a #kidlit illustrator and I love drawing kids, their inventions and discoveries. Here’s jess and her lost things finder! I’m open to #picturebooks #middlegrade Interiors and covers! View my work www.srinidhidraws.com #kidlitart #picturebookart

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Kris Easler @kriseasler.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm Kris, a kidlit illustrator who loves working on everything from picture books through middle grade books - especially if it involves working with light and shadow ☀️ Represented by @jenrofe.bsky.social of @andreabrownlit.bsky.social www.kriseasler.com

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illustration of a girl with red hair and a red shirt holding a sparkler wonderingly against a black background, with hand lettered text saying “Represented by Jen Rofé, Kris Easler, kriseasler.com”

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Jacob Souva @jacobsouva.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! This sneak peak is from WHIRBY (HaperCollins Feb ‘26) written by Molly Harris. I’m rep’d by the amazing @jenrofe.bsky.social … always looking for quirky, funny stories to illustrate!

3 robots stand on a platform. One is the Champ!

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