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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

A quick trip to Yosemite. One of the most awe inspiring places in our country. Thank you John Muir for advocating to keep these beautiful places wild. Our national parks are one of our most valuable treasures. We need to appreciate, respect and fund them. #kidlitartpostcard

Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt. A favorite quote and my illustration of
John Muir.

Me sitting on a rock in front of Half Dome. One of many incredible places in Yosemite National Park.

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Gone all day tomorrow so getting a jump on #kidlitartpostcard day with this skeptical group of critters. My portfolio website is Jorenfro.com and I am represented by @swekstein.bsky.social at @thompsonlitagency.bsky.social

A whimsical line up of funny, skeptical animals. Elephant, lion, llama, turtle and bear

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Took some time this weekend to doodle around with some fun new characters. Happy Monday! RAWR!

A funny, whimsical lion illustration with knobby knees and big feet.

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PBbuds @pbbuds.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

What inspired you to write this book?

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Little me for #kidlitartpostcard day. Every summer we went to the same ranch in Colorado. This was my childhood hero. Ellis. He was the cowboy in charge of the horses. I would get up early every morning and sit on the front porch and watch him ride across the river to bring the horses back across.

Young awkward me in overalls with my childhood hero, a cowboy named Ellis.

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

GIVEAWAY FOR YOUR FAVORITE TEACHER! Just comment ‘classroom giveaway’ . And if you are a teacher…sign up to win!

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

TEACHER/CLASSROOM GIVEAWAY! Any one can enter. Teachers and those that appreciate them! Just comment ‘CLASSROOM GIVEAWAY’ to be entered. Teachers can win for your class, and parents/others can enter and donate to one of your favorite teachers! See what is included in the comments.

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Traci Van Wagoner @tracivw.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

For the afternoon crowd. Mermaid and Blue Bear are happy to make an appearance today! A side note, you can find a little blue bear in every book I've illustrated. #BlueBear #mermaid #kidlitart #illustrator #authorillustrator

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

I’m working on a dog project that I’m really excited about (more on that later) but figured I would debut some of the characters for #kidlitartpostcard day! My website is Jorenfro.com

My postcard art with lots of different funny dog caricatures of all shapes and sizes

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

I got to do a fun Q&A about PEG’S EGG for the @boulderbookstore.bsky.social 😊 Hope you’ll check it out!

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Very excited to be working on this hilarious, rowdy, raucous book! Tater vs. Spud. Coming fall 2027. @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social

A book announcement about two funny, competitive pigs coming in the fall of 2027

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

I just have to say…I NEVER, EVER voted for this lunatic. And to the rest of the world, there are still a lot of good people here in the US and we are mad, horrified, terrified and doing all we can to stop this madness.

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

It’s #kidlitartpostcard day. I’m Jo and I love my job! I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social and my portfolio website is Jorenfro.com

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PBbuds @pbbuds.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Happy 1st Book Anniversary to KAI PO CHE: Mini's Perfect Kite. Congratulations to @thesusankam.bsky.social and @gnomeroadpub.bsky.social 💐🎂🥳 @pbbuds.bsky.social #WritingCommunity #kidlit #picturebook #BookBirthday #librarian #teacher #school #childrensbooks #author #kidlitillustration

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

…and then there were three! Hope you will check them all out, but especially PEG’S EGG that just came out last week! I will be doing a giveaway soon! Reviews are sure appreciated! #pegsegg @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

It’s PEG’S EGG book birthday! I really love this book and it’s got a fun twist I think kids will get a kick out of! Hope you’ll check it out! #funnypicturebook #bookbirthday

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Did you know… that a free and easy way to support authors is to request that your local library carry their book! You can do it online. Just takes a minute. Easy peasy! And I’m not just saying this because I have a new book coming out 😉😉😉

An illustration of a silly giraffe reminding people that requesting an authors book is a free and easy way to support them!

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Peg is back with PEG’S EGG! Check it out! Oh Peg! What are you up to now!? Order now from your favorite indie bookstore or a signed copy from oldfirehousebooks.com/book/9798889... @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Hi all! I’m Jo and I’m an author and illustrator of picture books. I love creating stories and art with whimsy and heart. I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social and my website is jorenfro.com #kidlitartpostcard

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Publishing for Minnesota auction is LIVE! Ends Friday at 11:45. So many great items from authors, editors, agents and illustrators! Check them out! www.32auctions.com/organization...

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Signed copies of all three PEG books

Auction item 'Signed copies of all three PEG books' hosted online at 32auctions.

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Let’s support Minnesotans! Incredible auction items on this website. Auction goes live Thursday. Check it out at www.32auctions.com/publishingfo.... Link to My page is in comments.

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

This auction for the Mighty Minnesotans goes live this week. So many incredible donations! I am donating signed copies of all three of my Peg books and some cool swag to go along with it.

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

It’s past time Congress. Do your job. We elected you to represent ‘we the people’ and defend our constitution. If you are too afraid to do what you know needs to be done, then step aside so that someone with courage and integrity can do it.

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

It’s a scary time for all of us, but particularly the kids in Minneapolis. I would like to offer free 30 minute virtual school visits to talk about picture books. I’m an author and illustrator and we can tailor it to your class. Please reach out. #kidlit

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Barnes and Noble is running their 25%off preorder sale for a few more days! The third (and funniest in my opinion) is due out February 27th. Order now for a great deal!

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

So excited to be a part of this group and all their amazing books coming out this year!

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

Does he REALLY know who’s been naughty or nice? Gotta take your chances.

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PBbuds @pbbuds.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Let the games begin! @kimberlytso.bsky.social

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PBbuds @pbbuds.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

Book/Gift pairings for the win! @camelliakoo.bsky.social

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

It’s #whiteelephant season. When one person’s trash becomes…another person’s trash 😂 #whiteelephantgiftexchanfe

A whimsical white elephant wearing a sweater and running through the snowy woods.

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Almost missed #kidlitartpostcard day, but now I’m home now and checking out all the great illustrations! I’m Jo and I love creating stories and art that is lively, engaging, funny, and full of heart. I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

A whimsical,silly lion with a huge mane, dancing a jig.

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Remember: Almost all of us are the descendants of immigrants who fled persecution, or were brought to America under duress, or sought better lives for themselves and their descendants. Politicians who stoke fear and hatred over immigration want you to forget this. Do not.

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

The season is going sneak up fast! My picture book SEARCHING FOR SANTA, is back on my Etsy site! Rhyming text. One dog’s search for the REAL Santa Claus! Didn’t we all wonder why there were so many Santa’s around town when we were kids! www.etsy.com/shop/JoRenfr...

Cover of a dog amongst Christmas trees. Title of book, Searching for Santa.

Cute little dog jumping on to the Real Santa and knocking him down in his excitement!

Cute little dog sniffing to see if this Santa in front of him is the REAL deal

Little dog staring in the snow as a big shadow of Santa falls over him

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Hi all! I’m Jo and I am an illustrator and author of picture books. I love stories that are filled with heart and humor. My portfolio website is jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social #kidlitartpostcard

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Empathy. The ability to understand and share the feelings of others. More of this please. #empathy

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

I can’t believe we even have to have #bannedbookweek , but here we are. Ugh. Screaming into the void.

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

#kidlitartpostcard day snuck up on me! I’m Jo and I love creating stories and art that kids of all ages can connect to. My portfolio website is jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

It’s almost that time of year! (Actually I’ve already polished off one bag) I’m curious…which team are you on in the candy corn debate?

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Just a little fun art for “thinking of you” week. Be kind to each other out there people! #thinkingofyou #thinkingofyouweek

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

“…and with that, Norman decided that life in the city was not for him after all.” #kidlitartpostcard I am an author and illustrator of picture books but would love to do board books and chapter books as well! My website is Jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

A terrified bear who has been chased up a light post by a tiny cat.

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Traci Van Wagoner @tracivw.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

I'm putting this out into the Universe. I'm looking for a design job at a publishing company specifically for children's books. I have experience, creativity, and am passionate about books for kids. Thank you! #designer #illustrator #kidlit #kidlitart #publishing #childrensbooks

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Hi all! I am Jo and I am an author and illustrator of picture books. I love using humor and positivity to create engaging characters full of heart. My portfolio website is jorenfro.com and I am rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social #kidlitartpostcard

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Chantal James @chantalalive.blacksky.app · 01/08/2025

Oh by the way, don’t forget you can ask your library to order nearly any book you want to read but don’t want to buy. And as authors we love libraries buying our books & readers being able to access them through libraries.

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Jo Renfro - Peg’s Egg coming in February 2026 @jorenfro.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

I’m so excited! Peg is back next spring and I think this is the funniest Peg yet!

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

On this day in 1868, the 14th Amendment was ratified. The text is just as clear and relevant today as it was back then. Donald Trump is trying to erase this.

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