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Sarah Kurpiel @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

I love drawing scenes like this. My favorite stage of the hero's journey has always been--and will probably always be--Crossing the Threshold 💫

Drawing of a girl in a cape sneaking down a dark, mysterious hallway.

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Jena Benton @jenanbenton.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

When you love a tree and it becomes a huge part of your life, what do you do when it starts to die? 📚👍🏽 #picturebook #interview #KidLit #bookblogger jenabenton.com/2026/03/20/s...

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Simply 7 with Sarah Kurpiel: MORE THAN A TREE

Can you become attached to trees? Yes, you can!

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

🎉 Happy Book Birthday to @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social! 🎉 📚 MORE THAN A TREE written & illustrated by Sarah, published by Rocky Pond Books & @penguinkids.bsky.social is out now. Find it and many more here: buff.ly/3yFoAxe #kidlit #12x12PB

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Sarah Kurpiel @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Today’s the day! MORE THAN A TREE (Rocky Pond Book / Penguin) is officially out in the world. Hooray! Find it here: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/736837...

Book MORE THAN A TREE on a wooden table surrounded by pressed leaves

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Sarah Kurpiel @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Resolutions | Lucky Bug comic no. 15 If you'd like to receive Lucky Bug comics in your inbox, sign up for my email newsletter, Say It with Pictures: sarahkurpiel.substack.com

Four panel comic: Panel 1: Sporting a party hat, Terrance (spider) shows Penny (ladybug) a list of things he plans to change about himself in the new year. Panel 2: Penny thinks to herself, "I should make a list too." Panel 3: Penny writes a list. Panel 4: Penny shows Terrance a list of things she likes about him.

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Sarah Kurpiel @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Professional | Lucky Bug comic no. 13 🕸 Read the full post: sarahkurpiel.substack.com/p/lucky-bug-... #kidlitart #comicstrip

4-panel comic in which a spider updates his "web site."

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Sarah Kurpiel @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Congrats @stephlaubooks.com on your funny/heartwarming/sparkly debut!! ❄️🩰

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 04/10/2025

In Illinois, we will do everything within our power to look out for our neighbors, uphold the Constitution, and defend the rule of law.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 04/10/2025

I want to be clear: there is no need for military troops on the ground in the State of Illinois.

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WTTW - Chicago PBS @wttw.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Chicago Ald. Jessie Fuentes was handcuffed and briefly detained by federal agents inside a hospital on Friday while asking about a patient's ICE arrest warrant. Fuentes said “We have constitutional rights,” as the agent repeatedly states “No.” to.wttw.com/3Kvoilz

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Chicago Ald. Jessie Fuentes Handcuffed by Federal Agents While Asking About Patient’s ICE Warrant at Hospital

Chicago Ald. Jessie Fuentes was detained by federal agents inside Humboldt Park Health, as tensions continue to rise between local residents and officials and immigration agents conducting enforcement...

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Penguin School & Library @penguinschoollib.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

July is #DisabilityPrideMonth. Discover Schneider Family Book Award winning titles and more reads that celebrate and that embody an artistic expression of the disability experience for children and teen readers.

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PYR Disability Pride - Penguin Random House

Explore our booklist for the opportunity to recognize both apparent and non-apparent disabilities and the community.

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Sarah Kurpiel @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

What a morning!! A LITTLE LIKE MAGIC (Rocky Pond Books) has received the Schneider Family Book Award! I'm deeply grateful to the award committee, Schneider family, & @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social for this honor. Thank you to Lauri Hornik, Lily Malcom, Allie Levick & Rebecca Sherman! ❤️ #alayma

Slide announcing the Schneider Family Book Award Best Young Children's Book: A Little Like Magic

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12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

YAHOO!! Congratulations to #12x12PB member @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social on her Schneider Family Honor award for A LITTLE LIKE MAGIC! So, so delighted! #ALAYMA #kidlit #picturebooks

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Kidlit For Los Angeles @kidlitforla.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

We are a group of #kidlit creators who have been heartbroken by the devastating scenes in Los Angeles. We are raising desperately-needed funds for wildfire relief efforts with an auction taking place Jan 20th - Jan 28th. Please share: www.32auctions.com/organiza... Logo by @sydhanson.bsky.social

Cartoon bear wearing a construction hat and vest walking with pen, pencil, and paintbrush across a background sketch of the LA skyline with palm trees. Handwritten text surrounding the image says: "Kid Lit for Los Angeles" Typed text is the same info in post. There is a photo of the item contributor. Typed text says, Kidlit Auction Open Now!

About Kidlit For
Los Angeles
We are a group of kidlit creators who have been heartbroken by the apocalyptic scenes in Los Angeles. We are raising desperately needed funds for wildfire relief efforts in the impacted communities. Logos for: California Community Foundation, California Community Foundation, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, Animal Wellness Foundation Fire Relief Fund.

How does the auction work? Donations are listed on our auction page. Bid on items here:
www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles

Winners will show proof of donation to one of the auction’s four charities as payment for their item(s). These receipts will be reviewed, and winners will be connected with donors after verification.

The auction is January 20th (9am PST) through January 28th (8pm PST).

How Can I Help? Follow us here and on IG @kidlitforlosangeles. We’re sharing some of the amazing donations of signed books, school visits, art,
critiques, and AMAs from award-winning and NYT bestselling authors & illustrators,
agents, and editors.

Bid high and bid often! There are items from donors like Peter Brown, Suzanne Collins, Leigh Bardugo, Amanda Gorman, Kate DiCamillo, Jeff Kinney, Tui

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Greg Pizzoli @gregpizzoli.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

This print - a silkscreen hand-printed by the artist (in this case, me) is up for auction right now to benefit the victims of the LA fires. 100% of the sale will go to charity. Please consider bidding and thank you for taking a look! www.32auctions.com/organization... @kidlitforla.bsky.social

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Kidlit For Los Angeles @kidlitforla.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

The Kidlit for Los Angeles auction is NOW OPEN! We have more than 340 INCREDIBLE items from top authors, illustrators, editors, agents and publishing professionals. You don’t want to miss out! Go bid here: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles Auction runs Jan 20th - Jan 26th. #kidlit

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Judy Bradbury #KidlitAuthor @judybradbury.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

Building confidence, stepping outside your comfort zone, ice sculptures, & magical moments come together in A LITTLE LIKE MAGIC by @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social . Interview with the author and educator resources on Children’s Book Corner blog. www.judybradbury.com/social-emoti... #EduSky 🍎 #KidLit 📚 👍

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A Little Like Magic - Judy Bradbury

A Little Like Magic by Sarah Kurpiel is a recommended read aloud choice about confidence when facing new experiences, magic, memory, and art.

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Sarah Kurpiel @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

I hope the new year brings you favorable winds and new adventures ❤️ #kidlitart

Drawing of a rabbit on a ship looking out at the sea with a smile on their face and wind in their fur.

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