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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 6h

Having a book on Reading Rainbow is an honor of a lifetime. And that it’s about being autistic and centering positive and humanizing things about us? HUGE! Thank you Mychal. This is a career high that’s going to be hard to match. #bitsybat #autismacceptance #readingrainbow @mychal3ts.bsky.social 💗

Mychal the Librarian (Mychal Threets) holding up a copy of Bitsy Bat School Star by Kaz Windness an autism acceptance book with a cute bat on the cover hanging from a school chalkboard. Caption says you might really like Bitsy Bat School star. Is seen from inside. The book shows Bitsy handing a star to a mouse. Another capture from the episode shows Mychal the Librarian hanging upside down from monkey bars. He is wearing a fun shirt with rainbows and butterflies on it and a headband to match.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Hi #kidlitpostcardday! What is your favorite animal? I’m always interested in creating more early reader graphics in the comics format, especially with animals. I’m represented by Kathleen Rushall @andreabrownlit.bsky.social Thanks for checking out my art and books! #kidlit #kidlitpostcard

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Hi #kidlitpostcard ! It’s already bawk to school time. Are you EGGcited? Here’s a drawing activity for TIME TRAVELING CHICKENS. I’m a children’s book author and illustrator proudly repped by Kathleen Rushall @andreabrownlit.bsky.social #kidlitart #kidlitpostcardday

Kaz Windness Author-Illustrator postcard showing step-by-step drawing activity for new graphic novel Time Traveling Chickens main characters, nugget and tenders. Tenders is made of triangles and nugget is made of circles. Kaz’s most recent Childrens books are at the bottom of the postcard.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Happy July, #kidlitartpostcard! What are you creating? TIME TRAVELING CHICKENS is my graphic novel debut. I’m repped by Kathleen Rushall @andreabrownlit.bsky.social and especially interested in illustrating GNs for emerging readers. #kidlitart #graohicnovels #earlyliteracy 🖋️🖍️@daviddeen.bsky.social

Kidlit postcard day graphic showing “time traveling chickens,” new graphic novel by Kaz Windness. Three panels show the chickens taking over the moon landing, the presidential election, and going for some chicken nuggets that look like people instead of Dinos.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Another translation! I’m so grateful that “Worm and Caterpillar are Friends” is wiggling its way to more international readers. #kidlit #earlyliteracy #graphicnovel

“Worm and caterpillar are friends,” an award-winning early graphic novel by Kaz Windness is publishing in Turkish. Graphic shows a cute cartoon caterpillar and worm on the ground eating a leaf. The worm speech bubble says we are going to Turkey. The worm says, but you only eat leaves.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Happy 5th birthday #kidlitartpostcard! Join us in making (or collaging) a caricature challenge to celebrate. I’m repped by Kathleen Rushall @andreabrownlit.bsky.social and most interested in illustrating graphic novels for emerging readers. #kidlitart #selfportrait #meettheartists

Collage made by children’s author-illustrator Kaz Windness with five self-portrait caricatures with hand letter text describing her interests such as art, bats, books, waffles, and dogs.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Hi #kidlitpostcardday ! It’s butterfly 🦋 season, so to celebrate spring, here’s one of my favorite comics illustrations from “Worm and Caterpillar are Friends.” Thank you for checking it out and for celebrating all kinds of children’s books. #kidlit @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

Kaz Windness illustration of graphic novel Comics from Worm and caterpillar are friends. Caterpillar says what if I change worm says why would you do that caterpillar says just a hunch and then takes bites of a leaf while growing bigger and bigger on each panel. Bottom of the illustration feature several upcoming Kaz Windness books, including time traveling chickens and Bitsy bat snow star.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Do you have a kids’ book idea about #autism? Are you an ND children’s book creative looking for help on your career path? This workshop is specifically for you. April22nd 4pm EST. + rare pitch opportunity! childrenspublishingacademy.com/neurodiverge... #kidsbooks #publishabook #autismawareness

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Hi #kidlitpostcardday ❤️ Happy Artemis and full moon in Libra day, too. Sending you lots of big star wishes that your dreams come true. Thank you for helping me live my dream of making books that celebrate every child’s specialness. #kidlitart #bitsybat @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

Illustration by Kaz Windness from autism acceptance picture book, Bitsy Bat, School Star, featuring a bat family (Bitsy, Baby, Mama and Papa) perched on a window with a full moon behind them. Painting of Bitsy flying in a rocket ship is inside the barn room with cut stars hanging from floor which is actually the ceiling.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Hi #kidlitpostcard friends! I’m excited to share art from what I’ve been working on this past year. I have four books out in 2026 😳. A roller coaster ride, but worth it to share these stories with kids. Here’s an image from BISTY BAT, SNOW STAR out October. #kidlit @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

An illustration from autism acceptance Childrens book Bitsy Bat snow star depicting a little cute bat in a winter outfit, riding down a steep hill on a sled with a mole character wearing snow gear cheering her on in the background.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

It’s a special honor when independent booksellers recognize your book. Thank you Reading The West for tapping “Bitsy Bat, Team Star,” a book about accepting differences like autism, sportsmanship in a school Olympics-style competition, and friendship. #kidsbooks #indiebookseller #autismacceptance

Autism acceptance kid’s book, “Bitsy Bat, Team Star” in Reading the West longlist. Enzo, a young owl wearing noise-canceling headphones holds an AAC talker communication device with a heart on the screen. Book cover shows Enzo and Bitsy flying in a race over a track with a wheelchair-using raccoon, hopping bunny, rolling hedgehog, and digging mole against a night sky with stars and pine trees.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Let your EYE-deas grow in their own time. Sooner or TATER you'll see success. How do I produce so much and work so fast? Years (and years!) of practice and figuring it out. Bloom late. Share this with someone who needs some encouragement. #inspirationalquotes #kidlit #encouragement #potatolove

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

What Tech Cos were doing with Super Bowl commercials. They are not shoving AI into everything for the betterment of society. The opposite is true. It is to make themselves more rich and powerful and have more control over everything. #AiEthics #superbowlcommercial #techcompanies #privacyconcerns

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

It’s here! “Worm and Butterfly are Friends Always” is my sweet sixteenth book and the Kirkus Star-reviewed sequel to the Geisel Honor Winning “Worm and Caterpillar are Friends.” I hope you'll love this new early reader in graphic novel format. #kidlit #earlyliteracy #graphicnovel #bookbirthday

A book birthday graphic for Worm and Butterfly are Friends Always, a new graphic novel by Kaz Windness. A cupcake, candles, and balloon background with a cover image of a surprised worm hanging upside down from a tree branch and a rainbow-colored wing butterfly swooshing away towards other butterflies migrating over the mountain range.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

WORM AND BUTTERFLY ARE FRIENDS ALWAYS is nearly here! "A heartwarming story of found family that readers will flock to again and again." --Kirkus ⭐ Star Review Request and read and check out "Worm and Caterpillar are Friends," too. 🥰-Kaz #graphicnovelsforkids #earlyliteracy #wormandcaterpillar

New early reader graphic novel from the award-winning series "Worm and Butterfly are Friends" graphic with a pink and purple worm and a rainbow-colored butterfly saying "Our book is almost here!" "Yes! in only six or seven days!" Out January 13th. Image of cover with Butterfly flying towards the mountains while Worm, surprised, hangs from a tree. More info at KazWindness.blog or windnessbooks.com

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

This New Year's baby brought great news! "When You Love a Book" is part of the 2026 Dolly Parton Imagination Library and landing in mailboxes next month! May 2026 bring you health, happiness, and lots of book joy. Love, Kaz @heatherbrockmanlee.bsky.social #kidlit #kidsbooks #whenyouloveabook

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

Hooray! "Bitsy Bat, Team Star" is part of the @barnesandnoble.com hardcover event. Featuring a new non-speaking character, Enzo Owl, this story champions teamwork, sportsmanship, and acceptance of differences like autism. Happy New Year, everyone! #bitsybat #autismacceptance #kidsbooks

Barnes & Noble hardcover event with Bitsy Bat, Team Star half off. Graphic shows children's book covers for Bitsy Bat, School Star and the spanish edition, Bitsy Murcielago, estrella escolar. An illustrated image of an owl character holding a communication AAC "talker" tablet with a heart on the screen. Author-illustrator Kaz Windness with pink hair and pencil glasses and a pasted human finger pointing at the Bitsy Bat, Team Star listing saying 9.99

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

What's your favorite underwater creature? For #kidlitpostcard day, here's the evolution of "Squid in Pants." Did I make the right character design decision? Process is everything! This journey began in 2019, and "Squid in Pants" is out now. Graphic by Danna Staaf+C.A. Clark #kidsbooks #squidart

Evolution chart showing illustration design changes to a young squid wearing underwear, diaper, and finally pants in "Squid in Pants" and early reader by Kaz Windness. Background is a scientific evolution chart by Danna Staf and C.A. Clark for "Squid Empire: The Rise and Fall of the Cephalopods"

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I love seeing everyone's drawings of ghosts, witches, monsters, spiders, and my favorite, BATS! What's your favorite October topic? I'm an illustrator and writer repped by Kathleen Rushall @andreabrownlit.bsky.social. Follow along for more #kidlit art! #childrensbooks

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

What's your favorite color? Hi #kidlitpostcardday! I'm Kaz Windness, and I love using teal and magenta in my art. Art directors say this is a good style branding approach, but I'm not doing this on purpose. Anyway, I hope you'll check out WORM AND BUTTERFLY ARE FRIENDS ALWAYS. #kidlit #graphicnovels

Four illustrations featuring a worm and a butterfly with rainbow color wings. The text in the speech bubbles reads "Hi Kidlit Postcard Day" "We are back" "With new friends!" "And more magenta!" "And teal." The bottom illustration is an evening scene in a meadow with a tree and a field and a lake in the background. There is a baby worm between the butterfly and worm and a blue stellars jay and a robin in the background. The jay is attempting to keep the robin away from the baby worm.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

If you like art, comics, or illustration, come hang out with me and some world-class cartoonists and graphic novelists this Wednesday evening! We’re gonna be talking about all of that and more. It’s gonna be a blast! on YT at PencilToPencil #artist #GN #kidlit #illustration

New Episodes Wednesdays 8pm ET Pencil to Pencil hosted by mike manley, jamar nichoals, and steve conley
This week Kaz Windness Author-Illustrator YouTube.com/penciltopencil
Image of illustration of flying cute bat and flying cute owl, image of Kaz, white lady with pink hair, and squid in pants cover with an orange squid wearing striped pants.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Hi friends, and happy #kidlitpostcard day! What's your favorite winter activity? I'm 2 pages away from finishing with BITSY BAT, SNOW STAR! Each book explores a different aspect of autism. Check out "Bitsy Bat, School Star" and "Bitsy Bat, Team Star!" #kidlit #childrensbookillustrator bitsybat.com

Three illustrations of winter scenes from BITSY BAT, SNOW STAR. Top image shows a little bat with light fur wearing a star sweater and winter hat and scarf flying over a snowy ground to a school that is also a tree. A mole, mouse, and bunny friend are sledding and stomping through the snow. Bottom left panel shows the mole pushing Bitsy on a sled and she flies through the air with the words "Whoosh! Zip! Zoom!" The third image shows Bitsy giving away her earmuffs, hat and scarf to a snowman while the rabbit looks concerned.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Happy Friday the 13th! Thirteen is my lucky number-- the number I share with my birthday and the first tattoo I ever got. Here's an old self-portrait I made of myself as the Kazness Monster as I was creating "Mother Goth Rhymes." Does anyone else have a goth-filled center like me? #illustration

A drawing of the Goth ness monster— a green sea serpent, covered in tattoos, wearing a nose ring, black eyeglasses, a skull T-shirt, and fishnet over its tail.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

What's your favorite creepy crawly? "Ode to a Slug" is based on a little friend I saw outside the barn at @highlightsfound.bsky.social on Thursday. And yes, I know slugs are not bugs, but the rhyme is to delicious to resist. #watercolor #collage #coloredpencil #digitalart #poetry #kidlit #sluglove

Watercolor painting of a slug with a red back and kissy lips following a shiny trail to a tomato plant with a big ripe tomato with suggested human face features.
Ode to a Slug
by Kaz Windness
I have never seen a bug,
quite as handsome as a slug.
Dancing eyes and glistening tail,
writing love poems with their trail.
Leading to our rendezvous,
underneath these leaves of dew.
To kiss my ripe and blushing face.
Until I’m gone without a trace.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

🦑SQUID IN PANTS👖received a nice feature in @publisherswkly.bsky.social!!! If you don't know about Ready To Read, they are all about supporting a child's literacy journey with beautiful and FUN stories that help a child fall in love with books. www.readytoread.com #earlyreaders #kidlit #SquidInPants

Graphic that says "NEW READY TO READ TITLES FOR SUMMER 2025!" An image of SQUID IN PANTS book cover with a squid wearing pants and SMOOSHE's super duper fun day, Michael Slack with silly aliens in a bumper car.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Great review of “Bitsy Bat, School Star” in Spanish! #autismacceptance #bitsybat #spanishedition www.slj.com/review/bitsy...

School Library Journal review of “Bitsy Bat, School Star” Spanish edition. Cover image with a light fur bat hanging upside down on a chalkboard. “This picture book effectively shows readers that diversity and variety of body abilities is a normal part of attending school. Although Bitsy's autism is hinted at in the story, the author’s note at the back of the book clarifies her need for headphones, sunglasses, and other stimulus-reduction adaptations. A great title for children who can find their own diverse abilities in the story, as well as for those who want to see how every person is special in their own way. VERDICT A good purchase for libraries serving Spanish-speaking communities and where diverse and neurodivergent books are needed or in high demand. Reviewed by Carolina Youssif

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

If your ship doesn't come in, swim out to it. Lure it to the coast. Smash it on the rocks. Don't let anyone tell you how to live your dreams. Last #mermay for the month, I promise. #stabbyunicorn #darkhumor

A painting of blue unicorn-mermaids on the shorline swimming out to a large sailing ship with two UFOs in the sky above. Text says "If your ship doesn't come in, swim out to it."

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

It's finally here! The Spanish edition of "Bitsy Bat, School Star" is out in paperback and hardcover. Request "Bitsy Murcielago, Estrella Escolar" at your favorite bookseller or library. #bitsybat #autismacceptance #kidsbooks #autismappreciation #autistic

A graphic that says "An autism acceptance story that celebrates what makes every child special. Now Out In Spanish: Bitsy Murcielago, estrella escolar." Image shows book cover for Bitsy Bat, School star with a light-furred bat hanging upside down in a classroom setting against a chalkboard.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Fast, effective, and affordable feedback on your children's book portfolio website and social media at CuddlefishAcademy. com ! #kidlit #childrensbookillustrator #kidlitart #portfolioreview

Graphic with photo of Kaz Windness, white lady, pink hair, standing infront of a book case. A white box with this text: "Hi Kaz,
Thank you SO MUCH for your amazing feedback. You gave me so many actionable ways to improve my portfolio, instagram and website. You definitely over-delivered on the feedback. Lots to work on, but I also feel good about where I'm headed. Best 25 US I've ever spent!
I will definitely be back for more coaching. – Laura S."

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Tag a friend who loves dragons. This little painting inspired me to write A WISH FOR DRAGON, out Fall 2027. #kidlit #dragonart #collageart #watercolor

A painting and paper collage of a little dragon spitting fire into the sky. Text says "Mighty & Cute with a firey snoot, That's what little Dragons are made of.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Critique group showing up and showing out for “Squid in Pants” launch party at Bookies Bookstore. #squidinpants #kidlit #earlyreader

4 white women and one Asian man holding up book with illustration of Squid in Pants

White woman with pink hair signing squid in pants book

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

"The Little Stabmaid" is the only #MerMay I will be posting this year. Not everyone wants to be where the people are. #stabbyunicorn #introvertmemes

An illustration of an angry unicorn-mermaid wearing a dead fish tank top, spiked collar, and holding up a fork to lettering that says "I want to be where the people aren't. Speech bubble says "Fork you!"

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Out TODAY! Kirkus calls SQUID IN PANTS "A rollicking, ridiculous rhyming adventure bound to be in high demand." 🐙 Launch Saturday, May 17th at 10:30AM at Bookies, Denver 🐙 All my books signed and personalized at Boulder Book Store and B&N Thornton #squidinpants #earlyreader #bookbirthday

Illustraton of squid kid swimming up to borrow clothes from a boat with turtle, crab, and puffer fish friend. Happy Book Birthday! Squid in Pants (image of cover with Squid) - Tag someone who would like the book - Like and share this social media post -write a nice review -come to a book signing - get a copy at your local library, school library, or favorite bookstore

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

It's #kidlitpostcardday and SQUID IN PANTS is out May 13th in paperback and hardcover. Pants dance powers activate! Please request a copy at your local library or favorite #indiebookseller and get complimentary activities pinned at KazWindness.com. #kidlit #squidinpants #earlyreader #kidsbooks

Graphic with a coloring sheet for Squid in Pants with a cute squid with big eyes and a pair of pants you can color, cut, and paste. Example of interior with kid in boat putting on an outfit while Squid, Turtle, Crab, and Puffer go to borrow the clothes. Image of Kaz Windness, author-artist, a middle age white lady with short, pink hair and chunky jewelry. Color sketches of squids.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

The @ndkidlit.bsky.social auction ends in just a few short hours! I am bidding on a bunch of stuff because it’s such a good opportunity. My @cuddlefishacademy.bsky.social class is still at 1/4 price! ndkidlit.org/fundraising-... #kidlit #ND #autistic

Storyboard for kid lit class and coaching benefiting Highlights Foundation current bid $55

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Add your recommended titles! ON SHELL NOW just in time for SQUID IN PANTS (May 13th) and BITSY MURCIELAGO, ESTRELLA ESCOLAR (May 20th) Barnes & Noble is having their pre0rder event! #squidinpants #bnpreorder #KidsBooks

Graphic with floating covers of SQUID IN PANTS (cartoon squid wearing pants) and BItsy Murcielago Estrella Escolar with a white and pink bat wearing a green sweater with a star on it hanging from a chalkboard.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Post an old illustration you still like. Here’s the spider sketch that became the spider character that is becoming a book! Meet Speeder Spider! #speederspider #jumpingspider #kidlit

Sketches of a big eyed wolf spider hanging from a web that says “love.”

A green black and purple striped spider with fuzzy white teeth and cartoon, cute eyes hugging a raspberry that looks like a spider with lots of eyes and green leafy legs. A buzzing fly swoops in.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Anyone else feeling a little Stabby lately? Let’s show today who’s boss. #ifURStabby #unicornhumor #comics

An illustration of a blue unicorn with black hair wearing a crop T-shirt with a skull and a spike collar. Holding a cup of coffee with a flat smile emoji. Quote says “I’m not going to have a bad day. Today is going to have a bad me.”

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

I know this one from experience. Keep going! It's worth it. I get that it feels like an awful time to dream audaciously, but it's precisely the time to do so. We need your stories, your passion, your perspective, and your voice. And we are stronger as a pack of pencils. #kidlit #writer #artist

A drawing of a little pencil in round glasses and a bow tie saying: Keep going. You deserve to see what happens when all your hard work pays off. Kaz Windness WindnessBooks.com

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

I love that artists are taking over this trend. I chose children's books, waffles, coffee, a library card, and a laptop with a draw-on screen. Did I forget anything? What would be in your starter pack? #starterpack #noAi #artistsoninstagram

Drawing of a Kaz Windness doll in a package. Kaz has pink hair, yellow glasses, pencil earrings and comes with a library card, a coffee, picture books, waffles, and a laptop with a spider drawn on the screen. Text says Kaz Windness artist author, No AI, windnessbooks.com

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Happy National School Librarian Day! We love you and are so grateful for your tireless work to provide each child in your school with the "just right" book for their learning and growing needs. #schoollibrarian #nationalschoollibrarianday #whenyouloveabook @heatherbrockmanlee.bsky.social

Graphic with picture of Heather Brockman Lee and Kaz Windness holding books with a bookshelf background. "We Love School Librarians" Illustration of children sitting on a rub being read to by purple haired librarian. "With a book as a friend, you will always feel heard. There's someone like you looking back from each word." Cover of When You Love A Book with child holding up a pop-up book with classic children's book characters popping out -- a little engine that could, Red Riding Hood, a mouse holding a cookie. Below is an illustration of children standing in a line to check out books from a librarian behind a computer desk.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Hi #kidlitartpostcard 🦇I'm a children's book author-illustrator from Colorado. I love drawing animals, and I'm proudly celebrating #AutismAcceptanceMonth with "Bitsy Bat, Team Star" & the Spanish translation of "Bitsy Bat, School Star!"⭐♾️ www.WindnessBooks.com #kidlitart #kidlitpostcard #kidlit

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Art has always been accessible. The accessibility argument for Ai image generation doesn't hold water. Disabled artists have been making art all along and Ai scraping takes from them just as much as anyone else. Pick up a pencil. #artistsagainstai #supporthumanartists #kidlit

A drawing of a little anthropomorphic pencil wearing glasses and a bowtie. Stubs is standing on a striped background with a tagline that says "Art is accessible. Just pick up a pencil." Kaz Windness WindnessBooks.com

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

April is for Autism Appreciation and a great time to update your children's bookshelf with autism-affirming reads! Comment with your favorite autistic or neurodivergent children's books. #AutismAcceptanceMonth #childrensbooks #autismappreciation #kidlit #autism

Bitsy Bat recommends autism-affirming books:
📕Flap Your Hands by Steve Asbell
📗Too Much Jolene Gutiérrez and Angel Chang
📙A Day with No Words Tiffany Hammond and Kate Cosgrove
📘Too Sticky Jen Malia and Joanne Lew-Vriethoff
📕My Autistic Mama Kati Hirschy Chloe Greenberg
📗My Brain is a Racecar Nell Harris - Easily Inspired
& Feel free to check out "Bitsy Bat, Team Star" and "Bitsy Bat, School Star" by me, Kaz Windness.

Bitsy Bat recommends:
📕The Infinity Rainbow Club series Jen Malia Peter Francis age7-10
📗The BAT series Elana K Arnold Charles Santoso ages 6-10
📙The Henry series Jennifer C. Bailey Mika Song ages 6-9.
Autism Affirming Books

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Want to improve your #kidlit illustration skills quickly? Storyboard for Kidlit at CuddlefishAcademy.com is praised as "one of the most helpful things I have encountered to date in my illo career!" This class comes with personalized coaching. Sign up today! #childrensbookillustration #illustrator

Graphic with a background of storyboard drawings in progress. Photo of white lady Kaz at a podcast mic wearing inside out headphones. "Kaz Windness" CuddlefishAcademy.com Storyboard for Kidlit Make a Children's Book Dummy for Submission and Publication.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

"I absolutely love it!" "I’m on the autism spectrum too, and I have work accommodation to communicate in writing/text...it made me especially happy to see you showing all communication methods as valid...and the sensory room, amazing job! #autismacceptance #childrensbook #nonspeakingautism

Graphic with "Bitsy Bat, Team Star" cover. Bitsy Bat, a small pink and white bat in a star sweater flying against Enzo Owl, a grey owl wearing a moon sweater in a night scene. Text says: "I absolutely love it!" High praise for BITSY BAT, TEAM STAR from a fellow autistic creative. THANK YOU! “I just wanted to email about your new book “Bitsy Bat, Team Star.” I absolutely love it!...I’m on the autism spectrum too, and I have work accommodation to communicate in writing/text. So it made me especially happy to see you showing all communication methods as valid. I love the character designs too, and the sensory room, amazing job! ...you elegantly handled the tablet icon communication and sign language.” Activities & lesson plans at BitsyBat.com speech bubble coming from Enzo Owl's speech AAC talker tablet. Enzo is wearing noise canceling headphones.

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