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Agented & Unagented GN creators, load your pitches starting Saturday at #KidLitGN’s pitch event: kidlitgn.com Agents, Editors, Publishers, view pitches Oct. 7-Oct. 31. Visit kidlitgn.com/submission-det ails/ to access the pitches. #kidlit #graphicnovels #pitchevent #pitching

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Graphic novel duo and former teachers, Jon & Desi St. Amant share their collaborative process plus insights on reaching young readers at #KidLitGN.com: wp.me/pcVwAl-2el Their debut middle grade graphic novel, THREE BEE HONEY, comes out October 20th! Pre-order: www.stamantstories.com #graphicnovels

Character from Three Bee Honey sits at a KidLitGN press conference. Text in white at the top reads: "Pitch event opens in 1 week - creators load pitches in 4 days. Meet the team behind debut graphic novem Three Bee Honey. Interview out now at KidLitGN.com."

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

About 11 hours left to enter to win a Scrivener License for MacOS or Windows: wp.me/pcVwAl-2kn A big thank you to Scrivener for their sponsorship of #KidLitGN’s annual pitch event, which opens in 2 weeks. See kidlitgn.com for details. @scrivenerapp.bsky.social #pitchevent #scrivener #prize

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JohnellD @johnell.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I love Scrivener. It has multiple comics script options, plus the snapshot features means I don't have to lose any drafts, but can keep every chapter in its own place. I barely utilize all its tricks, but I still find it extremely helpful. Now's your chance to win a free copy on #KidLitGN:

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Only a few more hours to enter:

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Agent Tip: Robyn Chapman is a senior editor at First Second and proprietor of Paper Rocket Minicomics. Her published projects include American Cult and the Mini Memoir Project. 📅 CREATORS PITCH Oct. 3-7 📅 Agents and editors view pitches Oct. 7-31 #kidlitgn #kidlit #kidscomics #pitchevent #interview

Dear Robyn Chapman: What makes a pitch effective?

The sample pages are key-- they're the part of the pitch I go to first. The storytelling, pacing, and dialogue need to be strong. The art needs to be a good fit for the age group, and a good fit for the publisher you're pitching to.

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

There are still a few days left to enter:

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Win an Inspiroy 2 L pen tablet from HUION: wp.me/pcVwAl-2k5 A big thank you to #huion for their continued sponsorship of #KidLitGN’s annual pitch event, which opens in 3 weeks. See kidlitgn.com for details. #prize #pitch #graphicnovels

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Agent Tip: Hollie Michaels is a Literary Agent at Martin-Newmans Lit. She is the author of Golda and Ezra, and The Bad News Bestie. 📅 CREATORS PITCH Oct. 3-7 📅 Agents and editors view pitches Oct. 7-31 #kidlitgn #kidlit #kidscomics #pitchevent #interview

Dear Hollie Michaels: What genres in each age category would you like to see more of?

Honestly, I'm wide open. I'm looking for the kid appeal. Would my second grader pick that book up? Would my middle schooler refuse to return the book to the library? I want something kids won't want to put down. From, Hollie Michaels.

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

2 hours left to enter to win a 12-month Clip Studio Paint EX license:

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JohnellD @johnell.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

This contest closes tonight at 8 pm ET. There aren't a lot of entries yet, so you have a good chance to win.

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Dear Robyn Chapman: Why would editors attend a pitch event when agents are submitting queries to them already?

A pitch event is a convenient way to discover new talent, and I don't have to worry about writing rejection letters. (Writing rejection letters is one of the worst parts of the job.) I can only skim a broad range of work and only reach out to the creators I'm interested in.
And there's always a chance I'll discover the next big author, long before anyone else does. That's the dream! From Robyn Chapman.

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Stacy Whitman @stacylwhitman.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Isn't it PREEEETTTTTYyyy? I made a big ol' video on how I fold the paper, etc. Please share! I'm trying to hit 4000 watch hours by Feb before the watch hour requirements double. We're only 500 away. This is my bookstore's podcast. (@curiouscatbookshop.bsky.social) youtu.be/4iAyMf6omic

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Entries must be in by 8 p.m. EDT on Sept. 14. The winner will be announced on KidLitGN.com on Sept. 16. GN creators, load pitches Oct. 3-7 Agents, editors, view pitches Oct. 7-31 at kidlitgn.com

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

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Win a 12-month license to Clip Studio Paint EX at: wp.me/pcVwAl-2iG A big thank you to Clip Studio Paint for their continued sponsorship of #KidLitGN’s annual pitch event, which is one month away. See kidlitgn.com for details. #clipstudiopaint #prize #pitch

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JohnellD @johnell.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

If you want a chance to win a 12-month license for Clip Studio Paint EX, head over to #KidLitGN 's website to enter: kidlitgn.com/2026/09/09/w... @kidlitgn.bsky.social

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Dear Hollie Michaels: What should illustrators consider when creating the art file for their pitch?

Make sure you are sharing color samples and/or strong sketches with clear line work. Learn whatever magic spell you need to get it small enough to upload/send around but not look like it's low resolution. From, Hollie Michaels

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JohnellD @johnell.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Janna Morishima's Graphic Novel Bootcamp class is open: kidscomicsunite.com/gn-bootcamp-... @kidscomicsunite.bsky.social

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KCU Bootcamp Landing Page

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

5 Weeks Left! A big thank you to agent Janna Morishima for this article about how to choose what art goes with your pitch: wp.me/pcVwAl-2iV Stay tuned for prizes from Clip Studio Paint, Huion and @scrivenerapp.bsky.social @lookhappy.bsky.social @maplelam.bsky.social #KidLitGN #pitch #graphicnovels

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Get tips on formatting your art file for #KidLitGN’s pitch event: wp.me/pcVwAl-2gK Subscribe to website for chances to win prizes from HUION, Scrivener, and Clip Studio: kidlitgn.com/2022/08/29/s... See kidlitgn.com for details

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Question: Why do agents attend pitch events when people are already submitting to them?

Answer: Like good storytelling, the stakes are high for a pitch event, so the pitches are stronger. An Author/illustrator really considers the work they are putting out there when they know industry folks and possibly other creators will see their work. My query box is filled with some gems, but many queries are not ready for an agent to see. Since no one but me is looking, the stakes are lower. The pitches are hit or miss. That's why, when going to a pitch event, you are bound to find something great! From Hollie Michaels

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JohnellD @johnell.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Writers, there's a chance at #KidLitGN 's pitch event for you to upload script pages now and use your pitch to seek collaborators.

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

#KidLitGN's pitch event for agented & unagented GN creators is 9 weeks away. Find out more at: kidlitgn.com

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Kidlit411 @kidlit411.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Our weekly big list of kid lit links is up (Aug 14): kidlit411.com/2026/08/the-... Inside: Writing A GN, @kidlitgn.bsky.social pitch event, Revision webinar @drydenbks.bsky.social, more. Thanks Elizabeth Hubal for the art, @heidikyates.bsky.social @rebeccaglevington.bsky.social for the PB giveaways.

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The Weekly 411 (8/14/26)

A one-stop place for all your kid lit information needs.

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JohnellD @johnell.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Yay! Only a few weeks away.

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Big thank you to @johannapeyton.bsky.social for letting us interview her. Check out her insightful answers. kidlitgn.com/2026/08/04/j... And GN creators, #KidLitGN 's pitch event is just two months away. Find out more at KidLitGN.com.

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Big News: #KidLitGN is now partnering with students from OCSA’s Martin & Cynthia Howard Design & Media and Creative Writing conservatories and editor Robyn Chapman to bring the kids-YA GN creator community an even stronger pitch event and platform. See more details at: kidlitgn.com/2026/06/22/b...

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Some changes coming for #KidLitGN's pitch event. Subscribe to our website for the most up to date info about our annual pitch event and to be first in line to get this insightful post from agent Andrea Colvin that will hit our blog May 7. Thank you, Andrea! kidlitgn.com/2022/08/29/s...

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JohnellD @johnell.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

I finally posted on my website again with a list of graphic novel agents, plus the dates of KidLitGN's upcoming pitch event, along with other great graphic novel resources you might be interested in: johnelldewitt.com/2026/04/16/g...

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Graphic Novel Agents List + Other Cool Things

Greetings everyone. The year passed so quickly, but I’ve got some great info to share. KidLitGN is hosting its annual pitch event this October. We’ve had an editor give us some suggesti…

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

KidLitGN's 2026 Pitch Dates and Shout out to KidLitGN team member Ken Lamug @rabbleboy.bsky.social See our website for details: wp.me/pcVwAl-25z

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Hello @everyone, we will have big news soon, but before that we need your feedback. An editor has asked if we could archive the pitches for a year after the pitch event. Some of you might be uncomfortable with that and others might like it, so please "like" the comment below that best fits you.

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Cheryl B. Klein @cherylklein.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Artists! I am looking for a Jewish illustrator for a middle-grade project focusing on Jewish history, practice, and culture. If your style feels fun, MG-appropriate, and both editorial & narrative, please drop a link or DM! (And editor & agent friends, if you have someone to rec, it's appreciated!)

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Harold Underdown @hunderdown.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

New imprint launching at Scholastic:

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JohnellD @johnell.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Thank you to those who bought the Let's Go!: A Kids Comics Studio Anthology, now available on Amazon. If you have time to leave a review, I'd be grateful. Thank you! www.amazon.com/Lets-Go-Comi... @kcsanthology.bsky.social #kidscomicstudioanthology

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Kids Comics Studio Anthology @kcsanthology.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

#KidsComicsLetsGo! The culmination of an ambitious project over the last 16 months and a wild #Kickstarter campaign. We can't wait to get our book printed and into the hands of the 246 backers. Thank you for your support! #kidscomics #success #💙📚 #grateful #kidlitart #goal #comics #celebrate

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JohnellD @johnell.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

My copy of the #KCSAnthology is finally here! youtube.com/shorts/rnwX3... A big thank you to @magshang.bsky.social and @cesarlador.bsky.social, for collaborating with me. Info on how to get your own copy here: kidscomicsunite.com/anthology/

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Unboxing Let's Go!: A Kids Comics Studio Anthology

YouTube video by Johnell DeWitt

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Today is the last day! GN creators, check out our post about collaboration opportunities. #KidLitGN #pitch

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Thank you Rebecca Williamson @rebeccaw04.bsky.social for stopping by #KidLitGN 's pitch event at kidlitgn.com

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