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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

It’s Spring! Happy #kidlitartpostcard day for April! My name is Melissa and I am a freelance #kidlit illustrator for #childrensbooks and #bookcovers. I am currently seeking representation. I am always happy to meet other kidlit creators, art directors and editors! #kidlitillustration

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

*AUTHOR VISIT* Patricia Zube has 2 visits in NH to celebrate her book, Gift of the Bear. I'm honored to have illustrated the cover for this project. 3/22 (I'll be there to support Pat!) Balin Books,375 Amherst St.,Nashua, NH 1:00pm 4/7 Rodgers Memorial Library,194 Derry Rd.,Hudson, NH 5:00-6:30pm

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Exciting news for #kidlitartpostcard day! I am thrilled to announce that I illustrated the cover and spot artwork for Patricia Zube’s new historical MG, GIFT OF THE BEAR, (@petererandallpublisher). Two boys face natural dangers and social prejudices in 18th-century New England. Release date 2/6.

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

On my way to #scbwiny26 SCBWI Winter Conference in NYC! Looking to forward to meeting up with friends and meeting new authors and illustrators! If you see me, say HI! I am friendly!… #scbwieasternny #scbwiillustrators

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Happy first #kidlitartpostcard day of 2026! I’m a NY illustrator who enjoys drawing kids and animals in nature being silly or having a sentimental moment for PB, MG #kidlitart illustration and covers! My portfolio www.melissakennyillustrator.com See you next week at the 2026 NYC SCBWI Conference!

A young girl painting her bedroom wall, with a rainbow, making a mess splashing colorful paint on the floor, furniture, her sister and the cats.

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Our home is filled with the Christmas spirit. Even Clifford is getting into the holiday spirit! #kidlitart #kidlitartist #picturebook #illustrator #SCBWI

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

The fabulous and oh so talented @janet_cooke_art and I have some of our artwork on display at @bare_blends (15 Clifton Country Rd., Ste. 8, Clifton Park, NY). Stop by, check out our framed prints and have a protein shake (may I recommend the Cocoa Chanel. So yummy!) or a smoothie bowl.

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

The big day is here! MAOR’S CHRISTMAS TALE is available to purchase on Amazon! I am delighted with the final outcome of this project and collaborating with Mark A. Clarke and Cindy Casey Editing. #scbwiillustrators #scbwieasternny #scbwi #kidlit #kidlitillustrator

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Hello #kidlit friends! I am an illustrator who loves creating illustrations that tell a story and bring characters to life! I am interested in PB, MG and book cover projects. I am currently seeing representation. Website: melissakennyillustrator.com

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! Here is another sneak peak of some of the illustrations I did for Maor’s Christmas Tale by Mark A. Clarke. I am currently seeking representation. #kidlitart #illustrator #bookcoverillustrator www.melissakennyillustrator.com

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! This is the cover for a book I recently illustrated along with a sneak peak of an inside illustration. The book will be available next month for purchase. #kidlitartist #coverartillustrator

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Hi! #KidLitArtPostcard I am Melissa Kenny, a children's book illustrator located in NY. 🎆Happy 4th of July!🎇 More work at: www.MelissaKennyIllustrator.com #kidlitartpostcardday #scbwiillustrator #picturebookartist #picturebooks #kidlitart #kidlitartist #picturebookcoverartist #kidlitcoverartist

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

I have been quiet with new work on the social media scene, but there is good reason for this. I have been illustrating a children’s book, Maor’s Christmas Tale written by Mark A. Clarke, and today is book cover reveal day! The book will be available this fall. #kidlit #illustrator #SCBWI

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

Just a few examples of my work. Check out my website or IG for more to see! Melissakennyillustrator.com instagram.com/melissa_kenny_illustrator

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Melissa Kenny Illustrator @melissakenny.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

Hi! This is my first post! I am a #kidlit illustrator seeking representation for #kidlitbooks and #bookcovers.

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