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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Super excited to be amongst these awesome creators next week at the Brooklyn Book Festival! On Saturday, Sept 26th for Children’s Day, I’ll read MAC WEARS A HAT, and sign copies after. See you soon. Wear your favorite hat! 🎩📚🌈 #GillianReid #littlebeebooks #BKBF #bkbookfest

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

My actual adult face when cool things happen like, say, a mime announces (mimes!) my name. Thrilled to be a part of the #BrooklynBookFestival lineup for Children’s Day on Sept. 26th! Link below. #BKBF2026 #gillianreid #littlebeebooks #MacWearsAHat #MollysTuxedo www.youtube.com/live/jhGKoxA...

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

So excited to see MOLLY’S TUXEDO in @peoplemagazine.bsky.social as part of this awesome Pride list curated by @glaad.bsky.social president and CEO @sarahkateellis.bsky.social! Check out all 9 titles at the link in my bio and stories: people.com/9-lgbtq-book.... 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #GillianReid #LittleBeeBooks

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Alejandra Caraballo @esqueer.net · 22/05/2026

These 8 Democrats voted to pass a national ban on trans teachers and mention of LGBTQ topics. Rep Henry Cuellar (TX) Rep. Don Davis (NC) Rep. Cleo Fields (LA) Rep. Laura Gillen (NY) Rep. Vicente González (TX) Rep. Marcy Kaptur (OH) Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA) Rep. Eugene Vindman (VA)

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

If you're seeing Pride censorship in U.S. libraries–whether it's from inside the library or from pressure outside–please report it for the annual roundup. You can be anonymous. There are already *several* this year. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Image of several Pride flags in the background. The foreground has black text reading "Report censorship, destruction, or other attacks on library programs or books in 2026: https://tinyurl.com/pride-in-libraries-2026"

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

DMV besties! I’m excited to hang out with my friends at @curiousiguana.com books in Frederick, MD on Saturday, June 6th from 11am to noon for a book signing and meet and greet. Please come say hi and peruse this beautiful, special bookshop! 🎩📚❤️ #gillianimation #littlebeebooks #MacWearsAHat 📸:CI

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

DMV friends! I hope to see you in Takoma Park, MD at the incredible @peoplesbooktakoma.com for Story Time. Details: Sunday, June 7th, 9:30am. Wear your favorite hat if you want! 🎩📚 #GillianReid #LittleBeeBooks Link: withfriends.co/event/281282....

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

If a reviewer uses the word chapeau, you know you’re in good hands. I LOVE this fantastic review from Kirkus! Link or full review follows: www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...

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Sarah S. Brannen @sarahsbrannen.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Happy #bookbirthday to @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social's MAC WEARS A HAT! I'm looking forward to reading this one!

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

It’s Indie Bookstore Day! Authors ask their followers to “support your local indie” b/c they support us. I will never forget the kindnesses and support I received from hardworking booksellers during my debut year. Stop by an indie today! @peoplesbooktakoma.com #CuriousIguana #Wordplay #CityofAsylum

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Call (202) 224-3121. Ask to be connected to your representative’s office. Tell them to count you as a “NO” ON H.R 7661, the horrible Federal book ban bill. 📚 That’s it! You’ll probably talk to an intern or volunteer who is taking a tally. Your vote counts. ✊🏻

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

It’s officially ONE WEEK until MAC arrives. And ✨SURPRISE✨Molly and Mac go to the same school!🏫 I love this adorable artwork by #GillianReid. There’s still time to preorder a copy of #MacWearsAHat from your favorite bookstore. Thanks for all your support. ❤️🎩📚

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

(202) 224-3121 Today, please call the US Capitol switchboard and ask for your representative. Then tell your rep that you oppose H.R. 7661, the Federal book banning bill. It’s that simple. This is an all-hands-on-deck timeline. Thank you.

Text over a photo of a lake reflecting stormy clouds above: (202) 224-3121

Today, please call the US Capitol switchboard and ask for your representative. Then tell your rep that you oppose H.R. 7661, the Federal book banning bill. It’s that simple. This is an all-hands-on-deck timeline.

Thank you.

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

I love this bookseller review, and I love this illustration by #GillianReid! (I think it’s my favorite.) 10 more days to preorder. I appreciate your support more than you know. 🎩 🔗: highfivebooks.org/collections/... #littlebeebooks #MacWearsaHat

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Neurodiverse Kidlit Collective @ndkidlit.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

#Fundraising #Auction live! Featuring: -50-Pg #Manuscript Feedback @halligomez-author.bsky.social -Children's #Publishing Consultation @hunderdown.bsky.social -25-Pg #Manuscript Critique by Jackie Khalilieh -Virtual #AMA @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social Bid/Browse: www.32auctions.com/n...

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Today is a good day to revisit my #SLJ interview, where I talk about the historical significance of Pride. Today the Pride flag is heading back to Stonewall, per a Fed settlement agmt. Symbols of our hard-won rights matter. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ 🔗 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/06/01/c...

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

More good news! Thank you @slj.com for a nice review of my next picture book with illustrator #GillianReid, Mac Wears a Hat, out soon on April 28th. #littlebeebooks

Graphic w SLJ review of Mac Wears a Hat in summary: VERDICT An upbeat story sure to resonate with readers who love expressive fashion or delight in dress-up play

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

I’m super excited to be a part of this year’s week-long celebration of children’s literature, Mass Kids Lit Fest, May 3-9th! Love this poster by #tompappalardo of Standard Design. Full calendar of events: www.makidslitfest.org

Poster for Mass Kids Lit Fest with text as in post above.. 3 colorful robots sit outside and read books.

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Lee Knox Ostertag @leeknoxostertag.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

My dear friend Mey Rude lost her job at Out in a round of mass layoffs and is looking for work! She is one of the smartest and most incisive people I know, with an encyclopedic knowledge of (especially queer) pop culture and the hottest movie takes around. Please reach out if you have leads!

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It's been a month since I was let go from my job as an Associate Editor at Out, and I'm seeking freelance or staff writing and interview opportunities in pop culture journalism, cultural criticism, or film reviews.
Over my 14-year career, I have written 12 cover stories across 3 magazines, contributed to 5 GLAAD Media Award wins, and was honored to vote in the Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time 2022.
If anyone knows of freelance or staff opportunites, especially involving movie reviews, I can be reached at meyrude@gmail.com .

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Sarah Kate Ellis @sarahkateellis.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

The next No Kings protest will mark the largest collective exercise of free speech in American history -- an undeniable indicator that Americans of all backgrounds support democracy and the Constitution. (1/3)

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

We have some super fun events for MAC coming up this Spring, including joint appearances with Gillian Reid! More details to come. Interested in hosting a reading at your school, bookstore, or library? Plz reach out thru the contact page on my website. 🎩

Poster w events schedule including book launch on May 2 at High Five Books

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Sarah S. Brannen @sarahsbrannen.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

"These bills aren’t about removing books; books are just one of the tools. These bills are about the complete and total erasure and removal of queer people from American life."

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

The richest man owns X. The second and third richest men control Google. The fourth richest man owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The fifth richest man owns The Washington Post. And now the sixth richest could soon take over both Paramount and Warner Bros. See the problem here?

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Netflix Backs Out of Bid for Warner Bros., Paving Way for an Ellison Takeover

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

A nationwide book ban bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives. Here's what you need to know about HR7661, including who is behind it, the history behind such bills, and what you need to do to stop it. bookriot.com/hr7661-book-...

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A Nationwide Book Ban Bill Has Been Introduced in the House of Representatives

Hours after the State of the Union address, House republicans introduced legislation banning LGBTQ+ books from public schools nationwide.

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

I’ll add to the unfortunate conversation about the Pride flag being removed from our historical site at Stonewall. You can’t erase us because we are woven into this country’s history, and we’re not going anywhere. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Love this, Catarina! I’m in awe of artists and I love seeing all the unique character designs. # dtiysmac on IG ❤️📚🎩

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

We’re in great company, wow! Thanks for the feature, #growingbookbybook. 🎩 🔗: growingbookbybook.com/books-to-enj... Be prepared for hat day at school by preordering a copy of #MacWearsAHat, everywhere books are sold! ❤️📚 #littlebeebooks #GillianReid

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Bidding is open! Publishing for Minnesota has already raised $60K for MN orgs in the first 9 hours. Auction closes Friday at 12:45pm EST.

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

This auction by Publishing for Minnesota is only open Thursday and Friday! Check out the awesome 500 items in advance at www.32auctions.com/publishingfo...

Flyer for Publishing for MN auction w my photo in center, white person w gray hair and black glasses.

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

AUCTION LIVE: Thursday 1/29 - Friday 1/30 #publishingforminnesota Bid on offers from authors, illustrators, agents + editors who believe the time is now for collective action in response to ongoing ICE raids and federal actions causing harm. LINK: www.32auctions.com/publishingfo...

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Publishing for Minnesota

Silent auction 'Publishing for Minnesota' hosted online at 32auctions.

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Two places to take action —> 🔗: www.5calls.org 🔗:www. standwithminnesota.com photo for views. tee by @alternatehistories.bsky.social to raise funds for #nationalimmigrationlawcenter

White petson w short gray hair wearing black tshirt w Godzilla and words protect your neighbors abolish ice

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

I’ve watched people and dogs walk across this frozen lake all day. There’s a metaphor there. Something, something, fragility and belief.

View of snow covered frozen lake, with sun setting and crescent moon

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Steve Morgan @steveve.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

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John Schu @mrschureads.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Congratulations, @mychal3ts.bsky.social and Lorraine Nam!

I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

This is a good idea! Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) said, “If the governor has the ability to issue driver’s licenses to people in California, if you’re going to wear a mask and not identify yourself, you’re not going to be eligible to drive a vehicle in California.”

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Biscuit embodying “feels like 0” in the forecast.

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with face planted into ottoman.

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

Thank you to all the performers who are canceling their events at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

Pre-order your copy of my next picture book #MacWearsaHat with ⭐️ #GillianReid ⭐️ from your fave local indie and make them happy, us happy, and your future self happy. Coming April 28, 2026! 🎩 Thank you for the support. #littlebeebooks

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

I’m happy to feature an awesome #indie @peoplesbooktakoma.com located in Takoma Park, MD. The vibes are excellent in this gorgeous bookshop, and I’m excited about some potential super cool things I’ll be doing with them next year, so stay tuned! #supportyourlocalindie #shoplocal

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Cait Darfler..... is on SUBMISSION! @caitdarfler.com · 16/12/2025

📚👍 So many good books. #kidlit #kidlitart #picturebooks Molly's Tuxedo Vicki Johnson & Gillian Reid @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social I could have used this book as a kid... or as an adult. Took me 40 years to figure out how I wanted to dress myself. I can't recommend this book more. For everyone.

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VICKI JOHNSON 🏳️‍🌈 @vickijohnsonwrites.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

So excited to see MAC WEARS A HAT on this great roundup of 2026 picture books, wow. Thank you @thecontentedreader.bsky.social! 🎩📚

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Alma Katsu (pre-order INCARNATE now! Coming Sept 22 in US) @almakatsu.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

Small Business Saturday! If you can, please support your local small businesses, particularly indie bookstores. Important now more than ever.

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