Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Had an incredible time at SCBWI Carolinas conference this year. It is always a pleasure to talk about kidlit with others that are just as passionate about it. @scbwi.bsky.social 011
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Been thinking a lot lately about whether every picture book needs a "message" or if it can just be fun and make you laugh. Two that made me laugh today were these by @tammisauer.bsky.social and Pauline Gregory and Jennifer Harney. Brilliantly funny women! 111
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Miles ahead by @bottomshelfbks.bsky.social and @lbontigao.bsky.social is the perfect combo of hilarious and heartfelt. A trip down memory lane for parents and the beauty of passing on your memories to others for kids. Such a lovely book! 111
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 11/08/2026This book, by @sudiptabq.bsky.social and Leeza Hernandez, is a perfect read aloud! The rhymes rolls off the tongue, the plot is perfectly timed, and it has cats! And trains! And cats driving trains! What's not to love? 030
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 28/07/2026@kaaauthor.bsky.social Katherine Applegate's new book Pocket Bear feels like sinking into a warm bubble bath ❤️ 020
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 23/07/2026My new fav picture book! By @caseylyall.bsky.social and Kathryn Durst. It's hilarious, smart, and a perfect read aloud! 131
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 10/07/2026This new one by @beabirdsong.bsky.social and Charlie Alder is absolutely hysterical! It had my daughter giggling all the way through. And the illustrations have so much happening in the background. Perfect for rereads! 121
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 10/07/2026My daughter and I loved this new one by @lucyknisley.bsky.social It's gorgeously illustrated and so simple yet complex at the same time. My son was a rock collector and so it definitely gave me all the feels 110
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 15/05/2026This book is both funny and deeply moving. So relatable for kids but also so necessary right now. Just beautiful ❤️ 000
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 24/04/2026I just read this beautiful book by @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social It's charming and so relatable and the art is like a warm hug 🤗 031
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 18/04/2026Just read this gem. It's got all the feels and the illustrations are gorgeous! 020
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 18/04/2026#haikuSaturday Blank page bright with possibilities so terrifying 2102
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 22/02/2026Such a beautiful book full of all the feels! One of my favs of this year! 000
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 10/09/2025We've been reading a lot of ghosty books in our house lately. Here are two that we loved for their gorgeous artwork and touching stories: 010
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 25/07/2025The six year old is convinced it's Cake Pop Demon Hunters and now I need that to existmedia.tenor.coma cartoon drawing of a girl holding a leash with cupcakes in the backgroundALT: a cartoon drawing of a girl holding a leash with cupcakes in the background 031
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 23/07/2025just read this adorable and hilarious "first day of school" book by Katie Clapham and Nadia Shireen. definitely worth reading!! 010
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 24/05/2025Took a much needed writing retreat with my awesome critique group! I'm refreshed and ready to write! @audreysbooks.bsky.social @susannaklingenberg.bsky.social 010
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 30/04/2025Just read @devpetty.bsky.social new book. It is absolutely hilarious and so endearing! 173
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 04/03/2025www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/dan...mcsweeneys.netDangerous Children’s Picture Books That Could Be Lurking in Your HomeChicka Chicka Boom Boom Some people are wising up and removing this bawdy board book from impressionable kindergarten classrooms. The title alone ... 000
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 10/02/2025"Hate is loud, but I think you'll learn it's because it's only a few people shouting, desperate to be heard." - TJ Klune 000
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 03/02/2025Sent in my submission! Now I cross my fingers and toes!! 050
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 29/01/2025Just read this gem to my six year old and watched her mind get blown. Such a great book! 010
Kirsten Bock @kpbock.bsky.social · 09/10/2023Our patched up kitchen wall. I see a robot. What do you see? 010
