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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Tomorrow we celebrate 5 years of #KidLitArtPostcard - there is an optional theme of "You, as a kid". I can't wait to see everyone's work across social media! And thank you to all the children's book illustrators for making this a joyous event each month!!!! #kidlit

Teal, pink, and gray text reads: 5 years of KidLitArtPostcard. June 4th. Theme: You, as a Kid! Illustration of a kid running with postcards and a party hat, wearing a pink shirt and a banana colored mail bag. Art and event by Gina Perry

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Squeaking in here with a page from a wip that will hopefully be out on submission soon. I’m having a blast trying out graphic novels for a change. #kidlitart #kidlitartist #kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday

A comic page with two panels. Top panel shows food bring dropped into water with a large eye watching. Bottom panel is a very large fish leaping out of the tank as two children watch in shock.

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Are you a #kidlit editor, agent, art director, or designer? Do you want a reminder sent to you the morning of every #KidLitArtPostcard day? kidlitartpostcard.beehiiv.com/subscribe

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A brief newsletter to remind publishers about the monthly KidLitArtPostcard event.

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Nina Crittenden @ninacrittenden.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Let's keep Minnesotans in their homes! Donate $25 or MORE to wilsonfoundationmn.org/mpls-respons..., email your donation receipt to nvc@ninacrittenden.com, and I'll send some goodies (MN bird stickers & postcards) to the first 50 donors! Thank you for supporting MN, the need is still great!

Photo of a stickers sheet with MN birds (Cardinal, Blue Jay, etc.), 3 postcards of a Mama Loon with a couple babies on her back reading a book called "Goodnight Loon," and 3 postcards with the same Loon image on them. All art by Nina Victor Crittenden.

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Nina Crittenden @ninacrittenden.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I drew this loon with her sweet babies 15 years ago. Dedicating it today, with love, to my fellow Minnesotans and everyone out there taking care of each other XOXO

Watercolor illustration of a content Mama loon with two baby loons on her back reading the book: "Goodnight Loon." ninacrittenden.com

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Thomas Zimmer @thomaszimmer.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Monsters. Irredeemable. Unreformable. There is no technical or administrative fix for this, this is not a matter of training. This isn’t about policy at all. As a matter of democratic self-defense, ICE must not be tolerated.

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Gabe Ortíz @tusk81.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

“In cellphone footage taken by Vaca from inside his Biddeford home at the end of an interaction with immigration officers, an ICE agent puts his face against the window of the front door and says, ‘We're gonna come back for your whole family, OK?’” people.com/ice-agent-fi...

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ICE Agent Filmed at Man's Front Door Warning 'We're Gonna Come Back for Your Whole Family' as Immigration Raids Reach Maine

Soon after ICE launched a new operation in Maine, Ecuadorian immigrant Cristian Vaca was faced with a harrowing warning from federal agents standing outside his front door

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Flashlight Press @flashlightpress.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

From cheering you up to reading bedtime stories, grandma makes every moment feel safe and special. Let's celebrate our grandmothers! Find these books here: flashlightpress.com/our-books/ @ipgbook.bsky.social #grandma #grandmalove #Grandparents @pippinmathur.bsky.social @mauriejmanning.bsky.social

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

The National Museum of Asian Art Diwali festival is on, just at a new location! Come make diya crafts with us tomorrow as well as see amazing dancers, music, rangoli creations and more! unionmarketdc.com/event/asia-a... #diwali #diwalidc #diwali2025

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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

To aid folks in their ongoing education regarding the nature of book bans and censorship this #BannedBooksWeek (and beyond), we’re giving away a bundle of nonfiction and fiction books about the ongoing fight against book bans! Check out our post on Instagram to enter ⬇️ 📷 bit.ly/47dZjvJ

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Decomposing Dame (Diandra Mae) @diandramae.com · 02/10/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I’m an author-illustrator who loves little spookies! You can see more of my work at diandramae.com. I am actively seeking representation. #kidlitart #kidlit #halloween #illustration

A trio of spooky pals walk with their treat buckets while kicking leaves on their way.

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! This is from a current project I’m working on and hope to send out one day. I’d love to illustrate other picture books, early readers and early graphic novels. #kidlitart #kidlitartist #kidlitartpostcardday

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

I’m going to try and post more here especially for October and all of the fun drawing challenges. Here’s my illustration for day one! #kidlitartist #kidlitart #fallart #cutewitchart

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The Unter Agency @unteragency.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Happiest of book birthdays to @pippinmathur.bsky.social and DINOSAUR DAYS! Dinosaurs don't always know how to behave, but they certainly have a lot of fun. Join a #dinosaur as she romps through her day, wreaking havoc in this joyful celebration of childhood. #dinosaurs #picturebook

Light blue book cover (DINOSAUR DAYS) on dark blue background.

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Happy beginning of September and #kidlitartpostcard day! I’ve been working hard on developing my style & think I finally have it. You can see new work on my site www.pippinmathur.com I would love to illustrate more pbs, chapter books and early gns! Repped by Jennifer Unter. #kidlitpostcard #kidlit

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day. Just got back from a big trip no so time to create anything new but I’ve always loved these two. Repped by Jennifer Unter and I love illustrating picture books, chap books & early GNs. #kidlitart #picturebookillustrator #picturebook #kidlitartist #kidlitpostcardday

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Next Thursday, June 5th, is the 3rd birthday of #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Illustrators: get that work ready (new or gold!). Art Directors, Editors, and Agents: get ready to make some new connections! #kidlit #kidlitart

Illustration of a goat and child birthday party at a playground. It looks like springtime and goats are nibbling flowers, cups, and gifts. Kids are swinging, sliding, and arriving with balloons. Art by Gina Perry

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

New Book Announcement! Coming Oct 13th from Reycraft Books. Illustrated by Pauline Gregory and written by me! I wrote the story in 2018, based on my ferocious niece and her love of dinosaurs.

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Here’s a little something for #kidlitartpostcard day. I’d love to illustrate picture books and early readers/chapter books in addition to my own books. A big fan of fantasy, sweet & funny! #kidlit #kidlitart #picturebooks #illustrator

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

I was the visiting author for the Young Authors celebration in the Shenandoah Valley. For 4 days, I gave presentations and talked to students, teachers, reading specialists and librarians about books, writing and art. It was an amazing, inspiring & uplifting experience. #schoolvisitsarethebest

Courtney laughed and she and a student strike poses during a book signing

Courtney stands in front of a stage where an image from her book, It’s Holi is displayed

Courtney stands on the corner of an auditorium stage, with a drawing of her puppy displayed on the big screen

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

Happy Holi! Art from It’s Holi! Written by @sanyuktam.bsky.social and illustrated by me. Photo from this years Holi fun. 🎉

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’d love to illustrate other author’s traditionally published work. And I’d really love to have a mermaid book one day! rep’d by Jennifer Unter. #kidlitart #kidlitartist #mermaidart #kidlitpostcard

A pretty mermaid with light brown skin and green and gold scales sits on a rock holding out her hand for a bird who is flying up with a flower clutched in its claws.

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Carole Cadwalladr @carolecadwalla.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

This is brilliant. A declassified World War II guide for citizen saboteurs on how to fight fascism is going viral www.404media.co/declassified...

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Declassified CIA Guide to Sabotaging Fascism Is Suddenly Viral

The World War II-era "Simple Sabotage Field Manual" is full of steps that office workers can take to resist leadership.

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

I just wrapped up my first big holiday market and had a great time. The best part was connecting to people who loved my stuff, especially new art like my paper maché witches, painted ornaments and clay gnomes & mushrooms. It’s so cool to meet new people in person who love your work. 🩷

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m deep in prep mode for my first big craft market this weekend so I’m combing a little something new with a little something from last year. I’d love to illustrate other writers books, early chapter books and early graphic novels! #kidlitpostcard

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 07/11/2024

To say I’m very disappointed, incredibly angry, very depressed or extremely worried seems inadequate but I must go on. I’ll share my light and when I can’t, you can. When we can’t, they can. We’ll light these dark times together. #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitpostcard

A small girl stands on the dark, holding a glowing star surrounded by smaller
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Brian LaRossa @brianlarossa.com · 05/11/2024

Good morning! Happy election day! It’s time to move actual things in the actual world! Report voter suppression! English: 866-OUR-VOTE Spanish: 888-VE-Y-VOTA Arabic: 844-YALLA-US Asian/Pacific Languages: 888-API-VOTE ASL: 301–818-VOTE #VOTEBLUE

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Dave Infante @dinfontay.com · 05/11/2024

Shoutout to Neighbor Dan, who plans to spend the day cruising town in his immaculately restored 1946 Willy, using its built-in PA system to remind Richmonders that Virginia has same-day voter registration!

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 05/11/2024

Bumping to remind everyone KidLitArtPostcard is in two days. #kidlit #kidlitart

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 03/10/2024

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m an author & illustrator and author/illustrator of picture books. I’d love to illustrate more including early chapter books and early graphic novels! #kidlitart #kidlitartist

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 05/09/2024

It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! And September, so the acorns are dropping like crazy here. I’m an author/illustrator of picture books . Art directors and editors, I’d love to illustrate other traditionally published books, early readers or early graphic novels! Repped by Jennifer Unter. #kidlit

A small child wearing a bear hat is confused as an acorn is dropped on her head by a grumpy squirrel.

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Brian LaRossa @brianlarossa.com · 03/09/2024

Hey #kidlit illustrators, we’ve been talking lately in-house about the need for more funny, character-driven picture books. Let’s do an #artshare. I’d LOVE to see the most infectiously funny and likeable character you’ve ever come up with. Share samples below. Please no DMs/emails. 💙❤️

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 22/08/2024

Happy New School Year! I’m currently scheduling visits for 24-25 and have some availability! www.pippinmathur.com

A list of school visits programs offered as well as photos of all of Courtney’s books.

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Brian LaRossa @brianlarossa.com · 21/06/2024

Hey #kidlit, friendly reminder the deadline is Monday! My team is entering 24 of our recent books. Enter yours today!

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Courtney Pippin-Mathur | Kidlit artist & writer @pippinmathur.bsky.social · 20/06/2024

I started this program earlier this year and after a few wonderful mentees, I’m opening it up for this fall!

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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 03/06/2024

UPDATED: My Bluesky Starter Thread For Illustrators. Pls see my MAIN BLUESKY STARTER THREAD for Bluesky basics, resources, & more #BlueSkyTips. Also: Index Of Custom Feeds & LISTS: KidLit/YA Graphic Novel Community, Colorists & Flatters, KidLit Art Directors/Designers, KidLit/YA Illustrators. 🧵👇🏼

The image features a stylized blue butterfly and the text "Bluesky Starter Thread for ILLUSTRATORS." It includes a QR code linking to "DebbieOhi.link/starter-artists" and mentions that the resource is by Debbie Ridpath Ohi (@debbieohi.com). The image notes the last update date as June 3rd, 2024, and provides additional links for the main starter thread and more tips and resources at "debbieohi.link/starter" and "debbieohi.link/bluesky-tips." The background includes artistic elements like paintbrushes and a blue watercolor texture.

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