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Nathan Christopher @hellonathanc.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

When the Witch Wrote Back! 🧙‍♀️🎃👻 by me and Pablo Pino is in stores today. If you order it before October 31, let me know (@ hellonathan.ca/links.html) and I'll mail you a signed bookplate sticker ✉️!

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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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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Yay, Carol Ann! So glad to see your #PBParty success.

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Heather Stigall @heatherstigall7.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

😮WOW! 🥰 Thank you to all who voted in round 1 of the #SCBWI Crystal Kite Awards. GILBERT MADE IT TO ROUND 2! SCBWI members can vote in all 15 divsions. If you ❤️ GILBERT & THE GHOST👻, pls consider voting for it in the ATLANTIC DIVISION. www.scbwi.org/crystal-kite #kidlit @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

I haven't read this book, but I applaud the writer. Picture books can bring joy to everyone!

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#KidlitZombieWeek @kidlitzombieweek.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Is that plan of attack going strong? The #KidlitZombieWeek event posts are still available to dig into. Keep the excitement, inspiration, and revisions alive all year long over at: sites.google.com/view/kidlit-... #WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt

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Kidlit Zombie Week - Events

#KidLitZombieWeek 2026 Events

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

Why get that manuscript zombie ready to carry itself? So your hands can be free for a #KidlitZombieWeek prize haul. Check out all the drool-worthy donations at sites.google.com/view/kidlit-... #WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Another great interview and giveaway from Literary Rambles:

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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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Troy Wilson @troystory.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Happy Book Birthday to STILL FRIENDS! Huge thanks to illustrator Mike Deas, the entire team at @orcabook.bsky.social, and everyone who has supported or boosted this book so far!

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Yes! I absolutely want to see this on the shelves.

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#KidlitZombieWeek @kidlitzombieweek.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

What do you call a zombie's mother? A MOMbie!🧟‍♀️ To all our manuscript mombies out there—take heart! ❤️‍🩹You are not alone. Join our #KidlitZombieWeek village June 1-5 for help raising the difficult riser, the sleepwalker, & the dead on its feet story.🧟 #WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt

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

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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Olga Smith @olgasmithart.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

This grumpy crocodile made it to the #pbparty Illustration Showcase! #kidlitart #kidlit #pbpartyfinalist

Grump crocodile, rainforest illustration

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

I'm still absorbing this good news. Thank you, judges, for this amazing opportunity. I want to post something witty and articulate, but all I can think is...Wow. Thank you. #pbparty

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

A sobering article that's worth reading.

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Jess Burbank, author/illustrator @jburbank.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

I’m so thrilled that my debut picture book, MOSS, is @PublishersWkly official! Thanks a million to my awesome agent, @arianaphilips.bsky.social!

Publishers Weekly book deal announcement for Jess Burbank’s picture book, MOSS.

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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 26/03/2026

Someone else's success in the publishing industry doesn't diminish your own chance of success. Boost fellow writers and illustrators. Try very hard not to compare yourself to others (I struggle with this, too). Focus on finding your own joy at your own pace. #Uplift #KidLit #WriterSky

Found object art featuring two crumpled chocolate bar wrappers. Each wrapper has been placed on a white piece of paper, with black ink lines added to create two dancing figures. Mood is one of joy. Art by Debbie Ridpath Ohi.

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

A great thread from an author who uplifts others.

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Mindy Alyse Weiss @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Would you like to see #PBParty teasers this year?

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Brian Kirby @boringstorybook.com · 17/03/2026

Counting down until the submission window closes and I can start looking at #pbparty entries! Still a little under 3 hours left! #kidlit

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Listen to Troy! Picture books are amazing.

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Picture books, eh! @picturebookseh.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

#GIVEAWAY To celebrate the launch of #PictureBooksEh 2026, we’re giving away 4 manuscript crits & many PBs! Details on website below. To enter: 1. Follow @picturebookseh.bsky.social 2. Like + repost this post (extra entry for tagging a friend) 3. Winners announced Mar. 27 at 9 am #kidlit #cankidlit

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Picture Books, Eh! launches in 2026!

There are many wonderful places where readers of all ages, including teachers, librarians and booksellers, can discover new Canadian picture books, and Picture Books, Eh! is one of them! We are...

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

So many talented writers! So many generous prize donors!

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Rebecca Gardyn Levington @rebeccaglevington.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

I am SO excited to share the AMAZINGLY ADORABLE cover for my board book, UNICORN SURPRISE!, ill. by Teresa Bellon. Avail from Highlights Press on 9/1/26! This is the follow up to DINOSAUR SURPRISE! & also has felt flaps and a mirror for "Baby-Corn" to wave "hi!"🥰

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Kathy Ishizuka @kishizuka.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Emotional support bulbs. This winter has been brutal. Grow something.

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Vivian Kirkfield @viviankirkfield.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

It's almost my birthday! My first book launched when I was 72 & I love to encourage older women writers. The Stuart Kirkfield Scholarship does that by providing funds for retreats & workshops offered by The Barn @boydsmills.bsky.social (formerly Highlights) www.facebook.com/donate/12352...

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Sera Rivers @writeloudly.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

I'm hosting a FREE WEBINAR with @mollyharris.bsky.social and Brooke Hartman about their writing process! Please share! Register for a chance to WIN a copy of both books! You don’t need to be present to win. Recording available after. LINK: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Kayleigh | Developmental Editor ✍🏻📚 @editsinthemargins.com · 14/01/2026

A friend sent me this—these are actually great writing prompts. 😂💜

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Reading sports headlines while pretending sports doesn't exist suggests a fascinating world of magic and whimsy.

"Darius Slay says he was 'this close' to becoming a Raven"

"David Montgomery was pursued by Vikings, Bears"

"Transfer Portal Created in Good Faith, But is Out of Control"

"Wolf Enters Transfer Portal"

"Wizards And Raptors Injury Reports"

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

Casey Lyall's article is worth reading -- it's both realistic and encouraging.

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สุพรรณิกาทร์ Supanika Ordoñez @spiraledu.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

I’m just trying to use the bathroom! Kittens are worse than toddlers 🤣

A tuxedo kitten is perched on the back of a white toilet staring intensely at the camera

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

Well, my first attempt to highlight GILBERT AND THE GHOST didn't show up as I intended, so I'm trying again. It's a terrific book.

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

Read this book -- it's terrific. (The cookies look yummy too.)

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Janet Frenck Sheets @janetfrencksheets.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

Yesterday it hit 37 degrees below zero. Today it warmed up and we got almost a foot of snow. Tomorrow we'll be back to -20... or -30... or -40, depending on which forecast you believe. This is not easy Christmas shopping weather.

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

For sure it will be up until the very end of December. the response was great! but I’ll be reading over my xmas break. 😉😍

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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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Starling Literary + Media @starlingliterary.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Excited to be here!

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