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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 17m

Yesterday's #scbwiArtober2026 prompt was "Home." If you make your home in a tree trunk, you just might have some squirrel visitors one of these rainy days! ☔️ www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit #kidlit #kidlitart #childrensillustration #picturebooks

Trio of squirrels with an umbrella run through the rain to a tree-trunk home.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Happy Meow-lo-ween month! Cats and witches and spooky skies and lots and lots of magic! Open to projects in board books, picture books, early readers, and chapter books. www.moiraratchford.com #kidlitart #kidlit #childrensillustration #picturebooks

two cats watching a witch-cat take off on a broomstick into the purple night sky, with a crescent moon hanging above. The cats observe, "Wow, she must have gotten the turbo model!"

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Celebrating America’s 250th through its diversity & multi-hued beauty. Everyone, whether a new immigrant or of longtime ancestry, has a story of how they arrived here. What’s your American story? www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit Seeking rep. Up for BBs/PBs/MG/Early Readers #kidlitartpostcard #kidlit

Children of all backgrounds, races, religions and abilities (including Liam Ramos) waving at the reader, with caption: "We are all Americans: Happy 250th, America!"

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

This month's #scbwiDrawThis prompt is "Tropical." I thought I'd check up on how the Owl and the Pussycat were faring on their tropical island. Looks like they're doing just fine! Portfolio at: www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit #kidlit #kidlitart #picturebooks #childrensbooks

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Gangsta-dolphins, love this!! Next thing you know they've got a platinum single, rapping about that dastardly Orca-whale gang.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Yep, exactly how I feel at noisy events, you captured it! (That's why I'm an illustrator who works in a hobbit-like studio 😅).

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Imagine flying down a celery slide, or swinging from a broccoli tree! 🥦 I was just flipping through my sketchbook and came across these little treasures on this hot summer Sunday. #kidlitart #childrensillustration #kidlit #picturebooks

boy and girl going down a large celery slide

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Maybe birds are enjoying a big buffet in your garden. 😂 When I grew blueberries, they got more than I did! But blackberries are really good in a pie, btw!

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! It's prime picking season for blueberries and mulberries! Do you have mulberry trees in your area? They're not easy to find, but are so lovely. I'm interested in BB, PB, MG & early reader projects. Seeking representation. www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit

Gooseberry out in a green meadow collecting blueberries and mulberries, with a basket on his wing, a bluebird in the sky, and a frog watching from a rock.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

If your true identity is different from what the world sees, don't be afraid to honor that. Be true to yourself. 🏳️‍🌈 #kidlit #kidlitart

Boy in a room with "boy" stuff looks in the mirror and sees his inner identity, as a girl.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

My daughter used to hide them behind the couch. We discovered about two years' worth when we finally moved the couch to vacuum behind it.... 😂

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Just because someone uses wheels to get around on land doesn't mean they can't join you in the pool! Include them! Open to new BB, PB, and early reader projects. #kidlitart #kidlit #picturebooks www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit

3 kids tossing a ball in a swimming pool, while a dog watches, and a girl's wheelchair is parked on the side.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Sungold tomatoes are the best, so sweet, and they grow like crazy! 😊

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I know it's just May, but I'm already dreaming of summer vacation! Do you have any summer plans in the works? 🌞 I'm an author-illustrator ready to work on BB, PB, MG & early reader projects. www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit #kidlitart #kidlit #picturebooks

Group of joyous animals on a road trip in Provence, one riding a Vespa, the others in a vintage yellow Citroen.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Ah, this frog is definitely channeling my worst nightmares relating to my innate klutziness. 😆

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Quiet moments with grandma in the park grow memories that last a lifetime. #kidlitart #kidlit #picturebooks I'm available for new projects: BB, PB, MG & early readers. Seeking rep. www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit

Grandma with little girl feeding the birds in the park.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Anyone need help divvying up the last of the Valentine's chocolates? 😹 #kidlit #kidlitart #picturebookart #childrensillustration

Two cats choosing the last of the Valentine's chocolates. "Decisions, decisions..." and "I'll help you decide"

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! We could all use a little more light to lift the darkness these days. Enthusiastic author-illustrator available for new projects. Just drop me a line! moira@moiraratchford.com #kidlit #kidlitart #picturebookart #illustration

Children of all backgrounds and abilities gathering stars to put into jars.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Happy belated #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'll never forget that knot in my stomach when I was the new kid at school. 😬 I'm Moira, an illustrator known for my quirky, offbeat characters. Open to PBs, BBs, early readers, chapter books. #kidlitart #kidlit Seeking representation.

A young goose arrives as a new kid at school and is nervous to go into the class.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

There's only one thing I want for the holidays. 📚 What about you? That's why I made this mug! www.moiraratchford.com/shop #bookworm #booklover #booksky #books #kidlit

Mug with a nerdy bird ensconced in an arm chair at the holidays, reading a book, with the caption: "just leave me alone with my books."

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Baking a pie for grandma...then a quick dash through the rain to her squirrel den! 🐿️ #kidlitillustration #kidlitart #childrensillustration #childrensbooks #picturebooks

Squirrel family baking a strawberry pie.

Squirrel family dashing through the rain to grandma's house.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

If you need a little lift today, how about a pigeon juggling garbage-can finds? From a book I recently illustrated: "A Boy, A Pigeon, and a Place to Call Home," by Susan Chodakiewitz. #kidlitillustration #kidlitart #childrensillustration #childrensbooks #picturebooks #pigeons

Purple pigeon collecting garbage to build a home.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Imagining the Owl and the Pussycat's "pea-green boat" as a giant peapod. I'm Moira, an illustrator known for my quirky, offbeat characters. Open to PBs, BBs, early readers, chapter books. #kidlitart #kidlit Seeking representation. www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit

The Owl and the Pussycat, in a peapod boat.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, here's a feisty little llama to raise awareness and morale going forward! #breastcancer #gopink #breastcancerawarenessmonth #artlicensing

Pink llama with breast cancer pink ribbon: Keep Calm and Fight On

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Here's another entry for the "Travel" prompt of #scbwidrawthis. When going on a camping trip, always make sure your backpack doesn't weigh more than you do ~ 😅 #kidlitillustration #kidlitart #childrensillustration #childrensbooks

Gooseberry's backpack is clearly a little too heavy!

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

This is my entry for the latest #scbwidrawthis, with the prompt of "Travel." Provence is my favorite travel destination. What's yours? #kidlitillustration #kidlitart #childrensillustration #childrensbooks

A nutty group of animals on a road trip through Provence.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Ok, I'm dying to read BOB THE VAMPIRE SNAIL!! 🐌

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Summer surely brings tourist rats to the famous garbage cans of NYC. I'm Moira, an illustrator known for my quirky, offbeat characters. Open to PBs, BBs, early readers, chapter books. #kidlitart #kidlit Seeking representation. Portfolio: www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit

Mafia rat in trenchcoat and fedora guards his territory and tells a tourist rat, "Scram, punk".

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Moira, an illustrator who creates quirky characters in watercolor, pencil and ink. Seeking representation and new projects! PBs, BBs, early readers, & chapter books. #kidlitart #kidlit Portfolio: www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit

Sheep carrying towering tray of cupcakes, slips on a banana peel, and the cupcakes end up everywhere, much to his boss' chagrin.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

So your catbirds don't migrate south in winter? Ours always did in Maryland and here in Connecticut where I'm now living. When they return in the spring it's always a happy day for me to welcome their warbling.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

They are my favorite birds!! Second on the list is catbirds, which are not as talented mimickers but can scat and improvise like nobody's business!

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Want a little joy with your morning coffee? I now have Easter and Mother’s Day-themed mugs in my shop! Shop small, support an artist. 😊🎨 www.moiraratchford.com/shop #eastergifts #mothersdaygifts #supportsmallbusiness #shopsmall #smallbusiness #catgifts

Mug showing watercolor Easter chick with rabbit ears and violets. Easter gift.

Mug with cat in yoga pose and the text "Mamaste", Mother's Day gift.

Mug with funny bird holding bouquet of flowers, and the text: "Love you a bunch!" Mother's day gift or birthday gift.

Mug with "Love you a bunch!" text. Mother's Day gift or birthday gift.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Hi! I'm Moira, an illustrator who creates quirky characters in watercolor, pencil and ink. I'm interested in PBs, CBs and Early Readers. I'd love to work together with you! Thank you @debbieohi.com! #kidlitart #kidlit www.moiraratchford.com

A sheep who works at a bakery is carrying a tray of cupcakes and slips on a banana peel. He ends up with cupcakes all over, much to the consternation of his boss.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

These characters are one-of-a-kind and hilarious! Love them.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Moira, an illustrator who creates quirky characters in watercolor, pencil and ink. Seeking representation and new projects! #kidlitart #kidlitartpostcard #picturebooks #kidlit Website: moiraratchford.com

Puppy causing chaos with a cat at a birthday party.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

I did the same for my dad. Hang in there, it can be tough, I know! 😊

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

Valentine-themed mugs are now up in my shop! Grumpy cat is my personal favorite. Give your loved ones a unique, artist-made gift that they won't find anywhere else (and most definitely not on Amazon). 😊 www.moiraratchford.com/shop #catlover #catlady #catmom #valentinegifts

Grumpy cat decorated with hearts, wishing you a "happy freakin' valentine's".

Two birds cuddling on a branch: "Together is my favorite place to be"

A female sheep with a heart and the caption, "Love ewe".

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Happy #kidlitpostcard Day! I'm Moira, an illustrator who creates quirky characters in watercolor, ink and pencil. Seeking representation and new projects! #kidlitart #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitpostcardday #picturebooks #kidlit Website: moiraratchford.com

Quirky old lady with parrot on head and anteater friend knitting in front of her pink RV.

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

(Let me try this post again, because for some reason the link didn't work). More cat mugs are available, printed from my original watercolors! A completely unique gift that you won't find anywhere else. www.moiraratchford.com/shop #catlover #catlady #cats #catmom #catsofbluesky

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Moira Ratchford @moiraratchford.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

‪I decided to look him up, and I see that he wrote children's books about the "plot" to overthrow "King Donald". And this is the guy to head up the FBI??? I feel like I have stepped into a scene from Alice in Wonderland, and the Mad Hatter is running the show.

Cover of "The Plot Against the King", children's book by Kash Patel.

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