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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Quote of the Day from Brian Lies: "First, have the curiosity and then go out and teach yourself." Brian will show us how to use our writing toolbox to engage young readers at #PBSummit 2026 on 10/3. $100 off before 8/27/26: picturebooksummit.com #amwriting #picturebook #kidlit #booksky #qotd

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P.S. Literary Agency @psliterary.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

"When all else fails, write what your heart tells you. You can't depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus." —Mark Twain

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Kelli Panique @kellipanique.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

It's so sweet!! Perfect for kids (and adults!) who love dogs and all their quirks!

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Is your picture book idea good enough to make in today's publishing market? In this FREE webinar, the #PBSummit Team will help you decide which #picturebook ideas to reel in & which ones to throw back. Join us 8/20 at 8pm ET: picturebooksummit.co... #amwriting #kidlit #booksky

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Kelli Panique @kellipanique.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Great article from agent Stephanie Katz about the "green flags" that make her want to sign an author. 💚 giraffelightmedia.substack.com/p/the-five-g...

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The Five Green Flags That Make Me Want to Sign an Author

Because agents don't just fall in love with manuscripts, we invest in long-term careers.

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Author @omarabedwrites shares how "writing what you know" led to DEBUG THIS BOOK, illustrated by @julierowanzoch! #writer #author #writersofinstagram #picturebook #kidlit

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Alison McGauley @alisonmcgauley.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Beat the heat this weekend! Stop by Indigo Conestoga to say hi and get your signed copies of KENZIE'S LITTLE TREE! #kidlit #CanKidLit @orcabook.bsky.social @westwoodcreative.bsky.social @picturebookseh.bsky.social

The title reads, "Get your signed copies of Kenzie's Little Tree!" We see a photo of Alison McGauley and the from cover of Kenzie's Little Tree. The background is an illustration from the book that features Kenzie eating a popsicle with her family playing at the park in the background. The bottom reads "Beat the Heat at Indigo Conestoga!
Book Signing with Author Alison McGauley
Sunday, July 19th, 11-3"

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Join Emma Walton Hamilton⁠ & Katie Davis on 10/3 for their #PBSummit Workshop: Ebb & Flow: The Pull of the Page Turn! Page turns push & pull readers along as they flow through your #picturebook. This duo will explore the space between spreads: picturebooksummit.com ⁠#amwriting #kidlit #booksky

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

SUBMISSIONS OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE! Editors Catherine Laudone (@simonkids.bsky.social), Mabel Hsu (@sourcebooks.bsky.social) & Sara Sproull (Abrams) are coming to #PBSummit 2026! Get a Summit + Submissions ticket & save $100: picturebooksummit.com/ #amwriting #amquerying #subtip #picturebook #kidlit

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The Complete Picture Book Submissions System @pbsubmissions.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Do you need more than one agent if you write in multiple genres? The answer might surprise you! Get more tips in our free training: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

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Kelli Panique @kellipanique.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Listen to this one! It's gooooooooood! I can't wait to hear him at Picture Book Summit 2026 www.picturebooksummit.com #kidlit #PBSummit

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

New Podcast Alert! Get the scoop on this year's workshops from the presenters—our #PBSummit Founders! We peel back the curtain as the team begins outlining their talks—and learning from each other right in the episode! Listen now: picturebooksummit.co... #podcast #amwriting #kidlit #picturebook

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Check out the Featured Agents & Editors coming to #PBSummit 2026! Get SIX submission opportunities when you get the Summit + Submissions ticket to the ONLINE event coming 10/3! Save $100 with Early Bird pricing now! picturebooksummit.com #amwriting #querytip #subtip #picturebook #kidlit

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Today's your last chance to be entered in the Ticket Refund Giveaway when you buy an Early Bird Ticket! Get your ticket by 11:59pm PT on 6/11 to qualify. Submissions opportunities and payment plans available! Sign up at www.picturebooksummi... #amwriting #picturebook #kidlit #booksky

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Kelli Panique @kellipanique.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Get your Picture Book Summit ticket TODAY and be entered in the drawing to get your ticket refunded!! picturebooksummit.com #kidlit #amwriting #writer

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Katie Davis has just returned from the final dive of our Picture Book Summit Expedition. She's debriefing us on what she learned about Superstar Speaker #3. Let's listen in... picturebooksummit.co... #amwriting #amreading #picturebook #kidlit #PBSummit #booksky #writingconference

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Julie has just returned from her dive with news about the second Superstar Speaker coming Picture Book Summit on October 3, 2026. What did she discover? Find out more: picturebooksummit.co... #amwriting #amreading #picturebook #kidlit #PBSummit #booksky

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

NEW PODCAST EPISODE! Meet Carren Jao, co-leader of the 12 x 12 Asian Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (ANHPI) Affinity Group! Julie & Carren discuss how that support led to published #picturebooks & a tight-knit community. 12x12challenge.com/p... #booksky #writingcommunity #podcast #author #kidlit

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

NEW PODCAST EPISODE! Stand-up comedian & picture book author Jorjeana Marie shares improv techniques for writing humorous, character-driven picture books. Time to be inspired AND have some fun! 12x12challenge.com/p... @jorjeanamarie.com #podcast #author #kidlit #writingtips #picturebook

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WeRateDogs @weratedogs.com · 15/04/2026

This is Marty. He played the role of Bruiser in a college production of "Legally Blonde" and nailed every line. Was confused when people were impressed though. What, like it's hard? 14/10 (IG: sirbaldwinandmarty)

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

What if you could trim your word count and make your writing more vivid at the same time? You can. Just replace those adjectives and adverbs! Let us help you find juicier nouns and verbs: picturebooksummit.co... #amwriting #amreading #picturebook #kidlit #PBSummit #booksky

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Kelli Panique @kellipanique.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

I recorded this podcast with arm tied in front of my back! Hope you like it! #podcast #kidlit #amwriting

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Humor has a magical way of making an old idea feel fresh. In this week's post, we discuss the magic of picture book humor! ⁠ These ideas and books are sure to give you a laugh! picturebooksummit.co... #amwriting #picturebook #kidlit #PBSummit #booksky

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The Magic of Picture Book Humor | Picture Book Summit

Picture book humor can be the key to publishing success. Think about unexpected moments where you can surprise your readers.

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Davis Bickford @davis.social · 12/03/2026

I feel like the crowd here on bluesky is pretty savvy to this already, but please don’t try to get information from genAI. And remember to scroll past Google’s AI overview in search results, or simply click the sources that get linked. It’s consistently incorrect.

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Want #kidlit tips & inspiration in your inbox? 💌 The #12x12PB newsletter shares craft advice, success stories, and community updates — plus a free webinar when you sign up. Join here: buff.ly/SzAXboa

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

📢 Don't miss this podcast episode! Superstar Speakers Jon Klassen and Mac Barnett talk about how they construct picture books together by analyzing their own book, TRIANGLE. picturebooksummit.co... #amwriting #amreading #picturebook #kidlit #PBSummit #booksky #podcast

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

In this PBSummit Podcast episode, Angela Dalton and Julie Hedlund give their best tips on what NOT to do when writing a picture book biography. picturebooksummit.co... #amwriting #amreading #picturebook #kidlit #PBSummit #booksky #podcast

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Podcast - How to Ruin a Picture Book Biography

Angela Dalton and Julie Hedlund give their best tips on what NOT to when writing a picture book biography.

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 #Caldecott Medal WINNER: 🏆️FIREWORKS illustrated by Catia Chien & written by Matthew Burgess A truly stunning picture book! Bravo! #ala #yma #alayma #kidlit #amreading #picturebooks #kidlitart @clarionbooks.bsky.social

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Congratulations to Sara Holly Ackerman on WOODS & WORDS: THE STORY OF POET MARY OLIVER receiving a Stonewall Children's Book Award Honor! We are thrilled for you! #ala #yma #alayma #kidlit #amreading #amwriting #picturebooks #12x12pb

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Congratulations to Laura Gehl on MY BODY CAN! being recognized as a Sydney Taylor Book Award Honor! So happy for you! #ala #yma #alayma #kidlit #amreading #amwriting #picturebooks #12x12pb

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we’re highlighting #picturebooks that celebrate Dr. King’s life, legacy, and leadership. Read these today and every day — and share your favorites below. buff.ly/2VLovd0 #12x12PB #kidlit

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Kelli Panique @kellipanique.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Books! Books! Books! They can increase your mood and your IQ all at the same time! #kidlit

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The Onion @theonion.com · 26/12/2025

Cat Clinging To Side Of Christmas Tree Admits That Was Extent Of Plan theonion.com/cat-clinging-to-side-o…

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WeRateDogs @weratedogs.com · 26/12/2025

Here are the Top 5 Dogs of the week!

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

This week, Kelli is reading HAPPY LLAMAKKAH! from Laura Gehl, Lydia Nichols, & Harry N. Abrams. Do llamas make everything more fun? Absolutely! Get it here: bookshop.org/a/11512... Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! #amwriting #amreading #picturebook #kidlit #PBSummit #booksky

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Only 3 weeks until registration opens for the 12 x 12 #PictureBook Writing Challenge! Join our waiting list and be among the first to get notified when registration opens! Plus, get a free webinar! buff.ly/zP7Zu31 #12x12PB #kidlit

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

🖤 Black Friday Deal! 🖤 Save 40% on all our webinars — the perfect time to learn from your favorite authors & industry pros! 👉 Use code BFCM40 at checkout: buff.ly/LLxEnKq #12x12PB #kidlit

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Picture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

BLACK FRIDAY FOR PICTURE BOOK WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS! ⁠ Get 40% off past Summit presentations this weekend only! ⁠ ⁠ Use code BFCM40 at picturebooksummit.co... Expires 12/1/25.⁠ #amwriting #amreading #picturebook #kidlit #PBSummit #booksky #blackfriday #writers #writingtips #sale

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