If you didn't already know how AMAZING my agent @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social is, this proves it!
Her birthday is in March. Her gift to the #kidlit community? A critique giveaway! To enter, leave a review for my books or any Team Sanchez books! More info here: kaitlynleannsanchez.com/2026/03/01/u...
Welcome to 2026 Author sponsor @debbiezapata.bsky.social ! Look for her upcoming title, A Taxi for Everyone: How Roy Velásquez Fought for Equality, releasing July 21, 2026, a compelling picture book biography about courage and justice.
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Don't miss the FIRST EPISODE of the 12 x 12 Picture Book #Podcast! Julie shares why she started the 12 x 12 Picture Book Challenge & reveals 12 things she wishes she knew about #picturebook #writing way back then.
Listen now:
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Congratulations to #12x12PB member, @tinalyn.bsky.social!
She recently celebrated her book birthday for 📚 LET'S DANCE, illustrated by Yullia Zolotova and piblished by @gatekeeperpress.bsky.social.
Find it here: buff.ly/Rn2ODHP
Happy Book Birthday to #12x12PB member @sylviaichen.bsky.social!, 📚SPARKLES FOR SUNNY: A LUNAR NEW YEAR STORY, illustrated by Thai My Phuong, published by Flamingo Books/Penguin Random House, hit shelves today!
Check it out!
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💕🍂HAPPY FRIENDSGIVING is out today from Random House Kids! A cozy celebration of food, friends, and finding your place at the table.
Grab a copy wherever books are sold—and save a seat for a friend. 🧡
12 x 12 has been such a wonderful group to help me reach my writing goals!
✨📚Now available wherever books are sold. Join the fiesta! 🎉✨
So honored for this lovely review of ISABEL'S BIRTHDAY SURPRISE from Kirkus. Releasing next week!
So honored for this great review of my next picture book, which releases on October 7th!
Teachers & Librarians! I am giving away one copy of my just-released PB, My Backyard Used to Be, to one U.S.-based teacher or librarian who likes & reposts this by October 1. #kidlit #Edusky #SchoolLibrarian. Themes: history, stewardship, outdoor play.
🎉🎂 UP AND ADAM turns 3 today! 🐾☀️
Grateful to every reader who has cheered on Adam and his pup as they help their community after the big storm. 🌈
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Your support keeps their message of kindness, inclusion, and community going strong. Thanks Kids Can Press! 💛💙
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cover of WE MATCH! written by Chris Barton and illustrated by Sharon Glick
thumbnail images from interior of WE MATCH! written by Chris Barton and illustrated by Sharon Glick
I just saw that my upcoming picture book WE MATCH! is now available to preview on Edelweiss, so if you want a sneak peek at what this adorable bunch of dogs (illustrated by Sharon Glick) is up to, now's your chance: community.edelweiss.plus/title/166262...
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📚✨ COVER REVEAL! ✨📚
This story, inspired by my beloved Aunt Lupe, is filled with love, family, and a bit of birthday magic. 💖
Beautifully illustrated by Gabriella Galvez and published by Magination Press, this special book arrives on October 7, 2025! 🎁 Preorder now wherever books are sold. 📖
Thank you so much Sam!
Thanks Cynthia!
Thanks so much!
🎉 Isabel's Birthday Surprise—published by @maginationpress and beautifully illustrated by Gabriella Galvez—is coming to bookstores, libraries, and schools in 2025! 📚✨
This story is inspired by a real-life experience of my Tía Lupe, and I can't wait for you all to read it! 💛🎂
That is sweet and lovely! <3
Oh my! So special!!
Congratulations @margaritaengle.bsky.social !
Big congratulations to Cynthia!
I cheered when they read your name! <3
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
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.
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Friends, this GoFundMe is, unfortunately, legit. Can’t talk about it now, but I’m sure posts about the absurdity of life are to come. Please share if you can. #EatonFire
Welcome to 2025 Author sponsor @lisaljrogers.bsky.social ! She is the award-winning author of Beautiful Noise: The Music of John Cage; 16 Words: William Carlos And “The Red Wheelbarrow”; & Joan Mitchell Paints a Symphony.
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Day 6: 31 Days, 31 Lists - 2024 Funny Picture Books. Today we look at a slew of books that are doing it right. From parrotfish and hilarious Iranians to science fiction, nonfiction, & more, there's something here for every humor lover on your list! #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2024/12/06/3...
