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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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Sadee Schilling @sadeeschilling.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Here’s a page from my YA graphic novel pitch for #kidlitartpostcard! I’m a neurodivergent artist who works in a variety of media & genres, including #PB & #comics. This project includes a MC who’s also ND & discovers a psychic bond between herself & the objects in a cozy-spooky secondhand shop…

One page colored in pastels and earth tones from a comic about a teen with reddish curly hair and a blue sweatshirt who works in a haunted secondhand shop. She dusts trinkets like chicken figurines and a collection of dolls, one which opens its eyes behind her back. Then the girl finds a small charm and her hair stands on end as she says she’s feeling strange.

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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 · 05/06/2026

I was super into the reruns as a kid.

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Katie Mazeika @kdmaz.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Celebrating 5 years of #kidlitartpostcard with the theme “you as a kid”. This is from the title page of “Maybe Just Ask Me!”, a book about myself, as a kid. I’m available for new projects. ✨You can see more of my work at www.katiemazeika.com✨

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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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Martha Hickson @sassylibrarian.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

“The most common theme in the banned non-fiction books was activism and social movements. ‘These titles help students learn about their rights and the stories of those who confronted injustice and participated in social movements to change the world around them.’”

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Report shows banned non-fiction books doubled over last school year in US

New PEN America report analysed 3,743 unique titles removed from libraries and classrooms and found books about activism and social movements were targeted

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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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Premee Mohamed @premeemohamed.com · 01/04/2026

I've seen people trying to defend it today by saying "No, no, I just use it to brainstorm, bounce ideas, I do the actual writing" and with all the kindness in the world I need to tell you: if there is a stage of writing you are not good at, you need to get good, not use the plagiarism machine.

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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

It’s a lot but I’m proud of the books. Thank you!

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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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Regal ⭐️ Commissions Open!! ⭐️ @regalstars.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

I hear a lot of people saying that ai makes art accessible.. well I personally think that's bullshit- so I made this to drive my point home. #regalsart #illustration #fuckai #digitalart

Poster to fight against ai. Visualized is a cave painting inspired horse, with text that reads "art has always been accessible"

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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

Feel free to include. Just credit me and include a link. Thank you! I update it as often as I get new information. :D

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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

I'm repped by Kathleen Rushall @andreabrownlit.bsky.social and most interested in illustrating more GN-style early readers like "Worm and Caterpillar are Friends."

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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 · 04/12/2025

It’s absolute gold when librarians, book influencers, reviewers, readers, and media specialists like and amplify our books. I def couldn’t afford $30k marketing.

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Thank you so much for the feature!!!

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

🎨 Spotlight on Kaz Windness (@kazwindness.bsky.social)! Kaz’s Illustrator Page Kaz is represented by Kathleen Rushall and is especially interested in illustrating young graphic novels and chapter books.

A little bat wearing pajamas among a field of sparkling stars.

A young boy reaches off his boat into the water to grab a sparkly-eyed young squid wearing the boy's clothes.

A young witch reads while riding a grinning green crocodile in boots.

A worm and a Stellar’s jay enjoy a meal. Dialogue bubbles say “MUNCH!” and “CRUNCH!”

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Sarah LuAnn Perkins @sarahluann.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

I can’t share the newer stuff I’ve been working on for Reasons, so here are some old MG spot illustrations—I love working in black and white. #kidlitartpostcard

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Anya @greenrainart.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Anya, illustrator and author of picture books. Represented by Eve Adler at Red Fox Literary #kidlitart #kidlitartist #choldrensbooksillustrator #greenrainart

Kidlitart postcard image- mom and kids picking mushrooms in an autumn forest

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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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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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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 · 19/07/2025

Congratulations for surviving this week!!! YOU DID IT!!! I'm so proud of you. I don't know anyone who isn't in massive life upheaval. This is not easy. I see you. I love you. These changes are making room for better things for you.

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

Episodes' LIVE Facebook Page stream link: www.facebook.com/events/58136... Episodes' LIVE Youtube Channel stream link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMuR...

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KAZ WINDNESS | PENCIL TO PENCIL 7/16/25

Other event by Pencil to Pencil on Thursday, July 17 2025

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

Episodes' LIVE Facebook Page stream link: www.facebook.com/events/58136... Episodes' LIVE Youtube Channel stream link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMuR...

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KAZ WINDNESS | PENCIL TO PENCIL 7/16/25

Other event by Pencil to Pencil on Thursday, July 17 2025

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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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