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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Marissa Valdez has a way of making #kidlit art that is full of silliness and is super inviting! Every character feels like they have a wacky story to tell. #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration #picturebooks @andreabrownlit.bsky.social @ksonnack.bsky.social @vikingbooks.bsky.social

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Would you let a friend pick your nose? Would you pick your friends nose instead? You have to pick one. #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlit #kidlitillustrators #kidlitartists

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

SAVE THE DATES!!! October is a spooky month but I’m not afraid of having these #kidlit ghouls and goblins on Gab ‘n’ Doodle via insta. #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlit #kidlitillustrators #kidlitartists

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Geneviève Godbout makes the most beautiful #kidlit books ever. If you have not laid your eyes upon her gorgeous work do it now. Now. NOW! @genevievegodboutillustration this Friday day at 2am Eastern, on insta, on Gab ‘n’ Doodle. #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Isabel Roxas @studioroxas is an amazing #kidlit illustrator. Her characters are full of life and expression. The worlds in her books seem like an absolute blast @studioroxas.bsky.social @sophianleewrites.bsky.social @soontornvat.bsky.social #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Who has three names and is a super-duper agent? Erica Rand Silverman! Who’s excited to listen and watch as she draws? You all! Join me in welcoming #kidlit agent extraordinaire Erica this Thursday day at 2pm Eastern, on insta, on Gab ‘n’ Doodle. #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Have you ever stolen anything? Was it intentional or an accident? I never have… that I know of. I have a guilty conscience so I would surely never forget it. #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #cuteart #picturebooks @thet2agency.bsky.social

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Joyce Wan makes #kidlit books that are the epitome of cute. Awwww! 😊 seriously…have you seen anything cuter than her books. Probably not. And that’s what makes her work so special. #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration @joycewanbooks.bsky.social

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Here’s a lovely review of my new book BOOGY & TEE and TWINKLE & HEW. Thank you, Helen! #KidLit #KidLitArt #PictureBooks #NewKidLit #NewPictureBooks

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Is it hard to control your pets? Imagine doing it in space. 👋 Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Im proudly, and newly, rep’d by Nicole Tugeau @thet2agency.bsky.social #kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Join me tomorrow with Kyle Beckett this Thursday day at 3pm Eastern, on insta, on Gab ‘n’ Doodle.

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

🌊Today’s the day! 🛒 You can buy the book right from my 🔗🌳 @groundwoodbooks.bsky.social 🛟 “A visually commanding parable about greed and the kindness of strangers”- kirkus_reviews #NewPictureBooks #kidlit #FunnyPictureBooks #FunnyChildrensBooks #ChildrensBooks

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

This week’s #kidlit superstar is surprise pinch hitter Kyle Beckett And he’s sure to knock it out of the park. His work is fab! He is fab! And he’ll bring home the win. Cátia Chien has been rescheduled to next month. #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

SAVE THE DATES!!! September is the start of school year and you can learn from the #kidlit stars on Gab ‘n’ Doodle. On insta. #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlit #kidlitillustrators #kidlitartists

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Just 1 week to go! You wouldn’t believe how many takes we did to get this video 😆 🙏Preorder at the 🔗 in my bio! Preorders make a HUGE difference in how well a book does Book description below 👇 . #NewPictureBooks #FunnyPictureBooks #kidlit #kidlitart #picturebooks @groundwoodbooks.bsky.social

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Wait until you get to see how fun #kidlit superstar Mike Ciccotello is. His work is so silly and goofy. I’m sure this will be full of smiles and giggles. @ciccotello.bsky.social @fsgbooks.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

2 weeks to go until the release of BOOGY & TEE and TWINKLE & HEW written by Kathy Stinson I’d be so grateful if you pre-ordered one today: link in bio! Preorders make a HUGE difference Materials in next part👇 @groundwoodbooks.bsky.social #kidkit #kidlitart #illustration #artprocess #picturebooks

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Azul López makes the most gorgeous #kidlit books that are rich with color and story. So many of her images deserve a place in both a book and prestigious gallery. They are truly works of art. #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

🚨TODAY! 2pm ET! Instagram! I’ll draw and chat with an AGENT! ❓What questions do you have for Christy Ewers? She’s the owner & agent at @thecatagency.bsky.social . She reps #kidlit stars including Gab ‘n’ Doodle guest @lennywendraws.bsky.social and the others shown here👇 #kidlitart #illustration

Images of Christy Ewers and picture book covers by the artists listed below, along with the text:

Christy Ewers is a kidlit agent extraordinaire & the owner of The CAT Agency

She reps so many of your favorite kidlit illustrators & authors,
including former Gab 'n' Doodle guests:
Lenny Wen
Reggie Brown
Shamar Knight Justice
Niña Mata
Rob Sayegh Jr.

We'll chat & draw THURSDAY 8/13 at 2pm ET
On Instagram

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Let’s draw with an agent. This Thursday at 2PM Eastern I’ll be joined by a super agent Christy Ewers on insta. Christy is the owner and an agent at @thecatagency.bsky.social where she reps #kidlit superstars. #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitillustrators

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

No country that arrested librarians & booksellers was on the right side of history But that's what's happening in Arkansas This is where your whole country is headed with HR7661 & S4925 @everylibrary.bsky.social action.everylibrary.org/arkansasact372 #stopbookbans #bookbans #reading #righttoread

action.everylibrary.org

Arresting Librarians AND Booksellers in the United States

History has shown that arresting librarians and booksellers has never led to greater freedom or liberty.

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Today’s Gab ‘n’ Doodle has been postponed! Poor Genevieve is feeling under the weather. We will reschedule asap! #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Do you like sour foods? Sour candy? How much do you love to pucker up? These here piggies love them some limes. 👋 Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m always looking for my next book (be it a picture book, board book, or more) to work on. #kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Thurs 8/6 at a 🔔SPECIAL TIME: 11AM🔔 I will have on one of my favorite #kidlit artists, Genevieve Godbout. Her beautiful, soft pastel & colored pencil illustrations make her books just gorgeous Join us on Instagram & ask us anything! @quartokids.bsky.social #kidlitart #picturebooks #childrensbooks

Various picture book covers by Genevieve Godbout with the text:

Genevieve Godbout makes the most beautiful books ever. If you have not laid your eyes upon her gorgeous work do it now. NOW!

Join us for live art-making & chatting
Thursday at a SPECIAL TIME: 11AM
On Instagram

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Are you afraid of heights? I think I have become more cautious as I age and heights are a bit more challenging. I definitely can’t jump from a height without worrying about my knees. #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #alligatorart #picturebooks

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Genevieve Godbout makes the most beautiful #kidlit books ever. If you have not laid your eyes upon her gorgeous work do it now. Now. NOW! #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

My wife is making a calendar of pics of our two silly little dogs. The pictures are getting more and more elaborate, and this one includes the cats too! . . #littledogs #funnydogs #dogs #doglovers

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

SAVE THE DATES!!! It’s August already! The heat is here. And so are the hot guests on Gab ‘n’ Doodle on insta #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlit @thecatagency.bsky.social @ciccotello.bsky.social @fsgbooks.bsky.social

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

🚨TODAY at a SPECIAL TIME: 2pm ET/ 7pm UK time. Join me & magic-maker Naomi Tipping on Instagram She makes #kidlit books more than just a flat object! We’ll watch her make something live! PLUS my wife @mrshoffy.bsky.social has a new Lauren’s List @batsfordbooks.bsky.social #kidlitart #picturebooks

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Do you like a big dog? So big they don’t even know their own size? So big that they take up half the couch? So big they walk you instead? All dogs are great big or small. What’s your preference? #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlit #kidlitillustrators #kidlitartists

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Naomi Tipping can work magic with books. They are both aesthetically pleasing to look at and operate. Her ability to make #kidlit books more than just a flat object is so cool. @batsfordbooks.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

‼️TONIGHT‼️6pm ET‼️Instagram‼️ Join me and fabulously unique #kidlit author/illustrator Audrey Helen Weber @audreyhelenweber.bsky.social for an evening of live #art making & chatting! 📚PLUS my #picturebook connoisseur wife @mrshoffy.bsky.social has another great “Lauren’s List” cooked up . #kidlitart

An assortment of picture book covers by Audrey Helen Weber, on a purple background, with text:

Audrey Helen Weber has won me over with their books. I'm a huge fan of the vibe & voice they have. The work always brings me back to the style & tone of my youth. So cool.

Join us for live art- making & a fun chat Thursday at 6pm ET
On Instagram

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Happy book birthday to beloved Gab ‘n’ Doodle guests Jess Hannigan @jesshgn.bsky.social , Scott Magoon @scottmagoon.bsky.social & Kaly Quarles @kalyquarles.bsky.social Watch them chat & make art with me: youtube.com/@studiohoffm... @jenanyong.bsky.social #kidlit #picturebooks #childrensbooks

Cover of the picture book: THE COW IN THE DARK AT NIGHT by Jess Hannigan

Cover of the picture book: THE BATS ON THE BUS by Alison Jackson and Scott Magoon

Cover of the picture book: THE GHOST WHO SAVED HALLOWEEN by Jen Anyong and Kaly Quarles

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Ready to step into the spotlight? Great news! I am offering mentorships. And I can’t wait to work with you. Details on insta. Spaces are limited, so act fast. DM me to check availability. 🎨 Let’s make art together! #artmentorship #portfolioreview #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlitillustrators

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Audrey Helen Weber has won me over with their #kidlit books. I am a huge fan of the vibe and voice they have. The work always brings me back to the style and tone of my youth. So cool. @audreyhelenweber.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Which one are you? Check my linktree to adopt these and more from Nucleus Portland! . #coasterart #nucleusportland #cuteart #kidlitart #coasterartshow

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

❓What questions do you have for #kidlit MEGASTAR Marc Martin? 🙋Ask us anything! 🗣️🎨We will be making art and chatting live tomorrow Thursday 7/16 at 8pm ET. @chroniclebooks.bsky.social #kidlitart #illustration #childrensbooks #picturebooks #liveart #aspiringillustrator ##aspiringillustrators

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

If you see this, post an archer 🏹 I made this back when I had the great #kidlit illustrator @reggiebrownart.bsky.social on my live Gab ‘n’ Doodle show. Check it out here: youtu.be/DeTbhJNrTHw?... #artsky #artshare #kidlitart #artsky #illustration @andreabrownlit.bsky.social @i2iart.bsky.social

Collage and paint illustration of three mice: a Cupid dash mouse with crossed eyes flying behind a couple of mice. A bunch of arrows are stuck in the hat of one mouse.

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Do you dance in public? I avoid it at all costs. Unfortunately I don’t have rhythm or skill in this area. But at home I let loose sometimes to my family’s enjoyment. #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlit #kidlitillustrators #kidlitartists

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Happy #PortfolioDay! I’m Mark Hoffmann. I love writing and illustrating silly and cute books. I’m interested in picture books, board books, and children’s editorial. Seeking representation. www.studiohoffmann.com mh@studiohoffmann.com #portfolioday #portfolioday2026 #artshare #kidlit #kidlitart

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

📚 BOOK COVER ARTISTS QRP with your book covers!✨ 📘 BOOGY & TEE and TWINKLE & HEW: out Sept 1! (*cough* preorder *cough*) #bookcover #kidlit #kidlitart #picturebooks #illustration #childrensbooks @kimberlywilson.bsky.social

Cover of the picture book by Kathy Stinson and Mark Hoffmann:
BOOGY & TEE and TWINKLE & HEW

Cover of the picture book by Mark Hoffmann: FRUIT BOWL

Cover of the picture book by Kimberly Wilson and Mark Hoffmann:
PIGGY BANK SAVES THE DAY

Cover of the picture book by Dave Eggers and Mark Hoffmann:
SOREN’S SEVENTH SONG

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Let’s talk about how cool #kidlit superstar Marc Martin is. Seriously I love all of his work. Probably even the stuff he tosses cause it didn’t work. I want Marc’s trash? #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #kidlitillustration

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

What an honor to have a print of mine on #MST3K (+ many other things!) writer Joshua Pruett’s wall #mst3kart #fanart #mysterysciencetheater3000 #artshare #mst3kfanart

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Robot Roll Call! Who here is an #MST3K fan? It was a huge part of my youth & taught me to appreciate bad movies #fanart #mysterysciencetheater #gallery1988

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