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SusanHughes @susanhughes.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

#mentorship_opp Are you a Canadian writer working on a children's manuscript? I can apply for a @twuc grant to mentor 1 writer (10 hrs). Get in touch with me by Oct 15 if interested! writersunion.ca/mentorship-m... @canscaip.bsky.social @scbwicanadaeast.bsky.social @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social

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Mentorship Microgrants | The Writers' Union of Canada

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The Canadian Society of Children's Authors, Illust & Performers. @canscaip.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Canada's community of children's writers, illustrators, performers and publishers gathers annually for PYI. We invite you to join us for this inspiring day of craft, business, and networking. canscaip.org/PYI-Conference

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
CANSCAIP has hosted this highly regarded professional development conference for more than 40 years. Canada's community of children's writers, illustrators, performers and publishers gathers annually for PYI. We invite you to join us for this inspiring day of craft, business, and networking.

https://canscaip.org/PYI-Conference

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Charlene Chua @charlenedraws.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

#kidlit #booksky #authorsky 👇

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Paula Weiman @tinyfairyhunter.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Napkin math*: If it takes 1 yr to write a book, 6 mos to query, 3 mos for your agent to get the book on submission, 6 mos for a publisher to offer, and 2 yrs for the book to be released, that's 4.5 years (*optimistic timeline). Trends will change by then so don't worry about writing to trend. #askDV

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Shirley V T 🇨🇳🇨🇦🇵🇭🇹🇼 #veryasian #GN kidlit illustrator @svtworks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Finally ready to go to @canscaip.bsky.social #PYI2026 Packaging Your Imagination. Prepping my #GN works , sketch pad for manual writing so I can practice my penmanship. yay #kidlit gonna learn a little more about #illustration via recordings when I get home. Hope I get a good critique this time.

badge "I'm going PYI in Person Sat Oct 24" https://canscaip.org

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Agent Tip: Robyn Chapman is a senior editor at First Second and proprietor of Paper Rocket Minicomics. Her published projects include American Cult and the Mini Memoir Project. 📅 CREATORS PITCH Oct. 3-7 📅 Agents and editors view pitches Oct. 7-31 #kidlitgn #kidlit #kidscomics #pitchevent #interview

Dear Robyn Chapman: Why would editors attend a pitch event when agents are submitting queries to them already?

A pitch event is a convenient way to discover new talent, and I don't have to worry about writing rejection letters. (Writing rejection letters is one of the worst parts of the job.) I can only skim a broad range of work and only reach out to the creators I'm interested in.
And there's always a chance I'll discover the next big author, long before anyone else does. That's the dream! From Robyn Chapman.

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Dundurn Press @dundurnpress.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

🚨 Recently, there’s been an increasing amount of scams impersonating Dundurn Press staff targeting authors and book publishing professionals.

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Jamie Smart @jamiesmart.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Getting a bit tired of very rich actors and directors saying ‘AI is here we have to learn how to use it’ instead of ‘I am wealthy enough to dedicate myself only to projects which employ talented human beings because anything else is an existential threat to human storytelling’

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Victoria Strauss @victoriastrauss.com · 05/09/2026

My post from earlier today about the craziness around Anthropic claim notices, updated with both of the notices writers are receiving, and a list of literary agents who are trying to claim a share of payouts writerbeware.blog/2026/09/04/a...

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Anthropic Copyright Settlement: Publishers Are Making Incorrect Claims on Authors' Payouts - Writer Beware

This week, many authors who are part of the Anthropic copyright class action settlement began receiving notices like these: The one on the right invites authors to review and confirm their claims: jus...

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ToonHive @toonhive.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Procreate confirms it has NO plans to add generative AI features to its apps. The company continues to stand firmly against integrating generative AI into its creative tools.

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Lawrence Schimel @lawrenceschimel.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

😱😱 #writingcommunity #booksky #writersky #kidlit

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Martha Hickson @sassylibrarian.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

THE LIBRARIANS is coming to digital October 6th, and you can pre-order it on Apple TV just in time for Banned Books Week! Pre-order now: tinyurl.com/TheLibrarian... @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social

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The Librarians - Apple TV

Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas mean…

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Spokane County Library District @spokanecolibrary.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

There are still spots open for our LEGO Stop-Motion Studio program on Wed, 9/9, at 10am. This program is geared towards kids age 8-14, and due to the time of this event, is great for homeschooled kids. Register ASAP at the link in our bio!

Close-up of a smiling LEGO construction worker minifigure with brown hair and an orange safety vest on a gray LEGO baseplate.

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Quest 64 Official @quest64official.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

A picture of Brian with the text:
I've tasted the 9-5 and I've tasted unemployment I recommend not being born

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KidLit TV @kidlittv.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

🎨 @peterhreynolds.bsky.social is bringing Vashti to READY SET DRAW! — Yes, THAT Vashti, the girl from THE DOT who discovers just how far one little mark can take you. 🟠 🗓️ WORLD PREMIERE: Sept 15 at 1PM ET — @intldotday.bsky.social! 👉 www.internationaldotday.org @candlewickpress.bsky.social

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rachel elliott @okieelliott.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Hello Comics, Kidlit, and Librarian Friends! The folks at Macmillan are putting together a list of people to receive a digital advanced copy of the first book of ISAAC AND PEARL, my early reader graphic novel series. Would you like one?? Reply below. :D

color drawing of two cat siblings (anthropomorphized, standing on two legs, wearing clothes.) The taller / older one is pointing at a cloud that looks like a horse. The younger / shorter one is holding up a toy horse. We are seeing them from behind.

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Maria @mariasergiivna.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

The school year has just begun in Ukraine, and Russia is already trying to completely disrupt it Today Russia launched a massive attack on Odesa 8 people were injured, including a 5-year-old child the school is among the damaged buildings #UkrainianVIew

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Mike Hendley 🎨 ✍️ 🇨🇦 @mikehendley.com · 02/09/2026

Sketched this water buffalo with a single .5mm Pentel pencil, split across two days around surgery. Chose the subject partly because of the rope, a kind of restraint that felt familiar with two IV lines in my hands. Toughest sketch I've done from a place of physical weakness. #sciart

Graphite sketch of a domestic water buffalo, head lowered and horns curving wide, rendered in fine cross-hatched shading on a sketchbook page. Held open by hand with a mechanical pencil resting across the spine.

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Porter Square Books in Cambridge & Boston @portersqbooks.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Hey #kidlitchat (and maybe also our friends @thehornbook.bsky.social) We'd love to get a few more applicants for the 2027 Writer in Residence for Young Readers so we'll leave the form open for another week. All the info: portersquarebooks.com/porter-squar...

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SCBWI Canada East @scbwicanadaeast.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Our fall season of events is coming! Join #CanKidList #kidlit creators for these free September events hosted by #SCBWICanadaEast. For more information and to register, visit www.scbwi.org/regions/cana....

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Caroline Fernandez @parentclub.bsky.social · 11/07/2024

A Canadian #kidlit and #YABook Community starter pack created by @debbieohi.com bsky.app/starter-pack...

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Dianna Gunn Does (Fictional) Murders 🇨🇦 @diannalgunn.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

I'm a Canadian author of fantasy and horror, and I've got a whole starter pack of Canadian authors of SciFi/fantasy/horror go.bsky.app/JYsEEhU

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Shirley V T 🇨🇳🇨🇦🇵🇭🇹🇼 #veryasian #GN kidlit illustrator @svtworks.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

What is going on? Saw on IG about Lake America. Still recovering from all the celebrity deaths that were 80- 90 year old. Optimus primers voice actor also went to heaven.

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Greg Pak @gregpak.net · 27/08/2026

Making little kids use "A.i." instead of drawing is child abuse. I feel like screaming. www.qchron.com/editions/que...

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The kids are generating images

Aliya Bonar, a mother in Glendale, says her 5-year-old son is already being told to use artificial intelligence in kindergarten classes.“He came back from one class and said that they

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Shirley V T 🇨🇳🇨🇦🇵🇭🇹🇼 #veryasian #GN kidlit illustrator @svtworks.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Omg! What is going on. The two days I check bluesky. I know it's the ghost month on the lunar calendar but what!!! Come on.

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Shirley V T 🇨🇳🇨🇦🇵🇭🇹🇼 #veryasian #GN kidlit illustrator @svtworks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I only saw the one movie 9to5 and one Christmas show but she always left the impression of someone so happy and fulfilled. Unapologetically smart, talented, strong, independent, inspiring, charming, humble, and most likely lived a life of gratitude. Going to probably search her songs. RIP.

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Angry Staff Officer @pptsapper.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Due to Dolly Parton’s kids reading program for local libraries, my home county in Ohio saw children’s reading rates skyrocket from one of the lowest in the state to the top I cannot think of a better way to be remembered than to inspire whole generations to seek imagination, empathy, and curiosity

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DrArchivalGenomics @ehekkala.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

As a former #EPA scientist what has happened under this regime is absolutely heartbreaking. Thousands of scientists dedicated their lives to protecting our environment and our health…. And now all of that trust built over decades just completely destroyed. 🧪🌏💔

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Shirley V T 🇨🇳🇨🇦🇵🇭🇹🇼 #veryasian #GN kidlit illustrator @svtworks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

@scbwicanadaeast.bsky.social #Canlit starter pack. Didn't realize I was in one. Follow us fun ( coz there are many comedians from Canada: Martin Short, Jim Carrey, Will Arnett, Ryan Gosling, Ryan Reynolds, female comedians?, and J. Cameron) Canadians we brew fun and 😁 go.bsky.app/F1s8vnX

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Shirley V T 🇨🇳🇨🇦🇵🇭🇹🇼 #veryasian #GN kidlit illustrator @svtworks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Last Sunday's @canscaip.bsky.social social- I asked who was going to PYI. 8 70% going since I finally figured out where to park DT.

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Shirley V T 🇨🇳🇨🇦🇵🇭🇹🇼 #veryasian #GN kidlit illustrator @svtworks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I felt I just doomscrolled.😭😱 ran to check news online about Dolly Parton. Nooo💔💔💔

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Creators can load pitches starting October 3. Editors, agents, & publishers can view pitches Oct 7-Oct 31. At the end of the event, we will archive the pitches behind password protected pages so agents and editors can request a password and view pitches throughout the year.

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Pat Cummings @betnoire.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

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#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

#DVpit is returning in 2026 on Bluesky! A bluesky pitch event for creators from marginalized communities to pitch their unagented projects to agents and editors! #DVpit will be on Bluesky on Wednesday, September 30, 2026! go to dvpit.carrd.co for more info and stay tuned for more announcements!

#DVPit 2026 a bluesky pitch event for creators from marginalized communities
Wednesday, September 30th 2026 on bluesky
follow us for more: @dvpit.bsky.social
or go to dvpit.carrd.co for more info

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Louie Stowell @louiestowell.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Q: Why did the funeral director who got a book deal get paid royalties? A: Their book URN-ed out. #Booksky

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Andrea L. Mack @andreamack.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

As I dive into planning for the coming school year, I'm on the lookout for recent picture book recommendations for early primary. I'd love to hear about them! One place I'm checking out is is books.leaflet.pub , a new project by @debbieohi.com to help us all find more books! #kidlit #edusky

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How Readers Find Books

Goal of this blog: (1) help readers find new ways to discover books, (2) help boost the book boosters, (3) boost books, (4) encourage more book people to join the ATmosphere.

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scbwi-illinois.bsky.social @scbwi-illinois.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Discover the SCBWI Kidlit Series: From Concept to Career September series. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday in September! This series is made possible by a grant from SCBWI and the Authors Coalition of America. Look for info on our website in September: www.scbwi.org/regions/illi...

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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Agent Tip: Hollie Michaels is a Literary Agent at Martin-Newmans Lit. She is the author of Golda and Ezra, and The Bad News Bestie. 📅 CREATORS PITCH Oct. 3-7 📅 Agents and editors view pitches Oct. 7-31 #kidlitgn #kidlit #kidscomics #pitchevent #interview

Question: Why do agents attend pitch events when people are already submitting to them?

Answer: Like good storytelling, the stakes are high for a pitch event, so the pitches are stronger. An Author/illustrator really considers the work they are putting out there when they know industry folks and possibly other creators will see their work. My query box is filled with some gems, but many queries are not ready for an agent to see. Since no one but me is looking, the stakes are lower. The pitches are hit or miss. That's why, when going to a pitch event, you are bound to find something great! From Hollie Michaels

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Shirley V T 🇨🇳🇨🇦🇵🇭🇹🇼 #veryasian #GN kidlit illustrator @svtworks.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Oops #kidlitchat I have to make a TBR pile for some classics. I haven't read many that's being posted by people in today's topic. Wind in the Willow, Frog and Toad, Winnie Pooh, 101 Dalmatians. Didn't know ' The Rescuers' was a book till recently, tried to read it but Disney's ver was in my head

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Marc Laming all singing, all dancing comics guy. @marclaming.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

I am super proud of the 'adventures in dating while being a spy' book that @natecosby.bsky.social and I have created 'You Are Here'. We are still looking for a home for this series of books and you can see some of the art from it here. www.marclaming.com#/you-are-here/

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Shirley V T 🇨🇳🇨🇦🇵🇭🇹🇼 #veryasian #GN kidlit illustrator @svtworks.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

#webcomic question: is webtoon still somewhere to go? Or tapas? Debating loading my wip GN as webcomic short- since querying and submitting = rejection and (champagne rejection) #kidlit takes a while and I'd like to keep staying to create but audience ( where to go? what to do?)

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SCBWI New Mexico @scbwi-nm.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Cliffhangers: Keep the Pages Turning! Wednesday, Aug 19, 6:30 p.m. PT, 9:30 ET Learn how to identify your best cliffhanger moments and make them more dramatic. Even quieter moments can drive the story forward. Free to watch live, register: desertsleuths.com/2026-events/ #writing #writers

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2026 Events - Sisters in Crime Desert Sleuths Chapter

Desert Sleuths: An Organization for Writers, Readers, and Fans of Crime Fiction and Mystery Our 2026 events below will be filled in as programming is confirmed. Select any month to move directly to t...

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Lawrence Schimel @lawrenceschimel.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

#witmonth #booksky

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Greg Pak @gregpak.net · 16/08/2026

For over ten years, Trump and all of his enablers, including a huge number of pundits, have constantly been telling people that it's okay to be an asshole. It's not, actually. It's not okay to be an asshole.

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