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7 #kidlit authors with #MG books that debuted in 2024: @monicamancillas.bsky.social, @deblak1.bsky.social, Anna Lapera, Diana Ma, @rituhemwrites.bsky.social, @jenniferannrichter.bsky.social & Dionna Mann. https://kidlit247s.wixsite.com/the24-7s/home

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Hungry for Affirmation, Vulnerable to Scams: As a Writer, I Know the Feeling

A must read!
Hungry for Affirmation, Vulnerable to Scams: As a Writer, I Know the Feeling www.nytimes.com/2026/02/25/b...

26.02.2026 12:31 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Newly Updated!

Frederick Law Olmsted Designs First Playground in Newton, MA

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#ReadYourWorld #playground #NewtonMA #childrensrights

23.02.2026 23:25 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Newly Updated!

5th Grade Slavery Unit in Newton: 25 Children’s Books on Enslavement + Resources

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#ReadYourWorld #SocialStudies #Slavery #KidLit

24.02.2026 01:33 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Unlikely Tale of Chase & Finnegan – Get Yer Excerpt and Q&A Right Here (Not Necessarily In That Order) Jasmine Warga has always specialized in giving voice to the voiceless. We discuss her latest (and most adorable) title to date and even feature an excerpt for your perusal.

Jasmine Warga has always specialized in giving voice to the voiceless. We discuss her latest (and most adorable) title to date and even feature an excerpt for your perusal. #kidlit πŸ“šπŸ‘ afuse8production.slj.com/2026/02/24/t...

24.02.2026 12:09 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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2026’s New Releases coming your way!

@joycekay.bsky.social @seymouragency.bsky.social
@khushboopatel.bsky.social @tonnyef.bsky.social
IG @andreatripke @asiqueira.bsky.social @beccamcmurdiebooks.bsky.social @artbyann.bsky.social
#NationalYearOfReading

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When something can be read without effort, great effort has gone into its writing. ~ Enrique Jardiel Poncela

24.02.2026 12:18 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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"Nine brains? They are smarter than Siri!" - K student. We are fascinated by octopuses! #SibertSmackdown @suefliess.bsky.social

#TLSky
#SchoolLibraries

02.02.2026 19:59 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Check out author Candice Ransom sharing insights into her engaging new historical fiction PB - Books on Horseback. www.mariacmarshall.com/singlepost/t... Reycraft Books #interview #kidlit #packhorselibrarians πŸ“šπŸ‘

19.02.2026 08:31 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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My author copies arrived! Barbed Wire Between Us unboxing!

buff.ly/vdmC8hO via @pragmaticmom @redcometpressbooks.bsky.social

#ReadYourWorld #picturebook #KidsInCages #JapaneseInternmentCamp #AAPI #reversopoem #poetry

19.02.2026 17:04 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Hachette Book Group is looking for Editorial Assistant, Little, Brown & Co. Hachette Book Group is looking for Editorial Assistant, Little, Brown & Co. Learn more or Jobvite a friend.

I'm hiring for an editorial assistant here at L,B!

If you're someone who is interested in literary fiction, narrative nonfiction, memoirs, and nonfiction that deals with big ideas, please apply here: jobs.jobvite.com/careers/hach...

13.02.2026 21:58 πŸ‘ 17 πŸ” 21 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1

Bidding ends tonight!

19.02.2026 21:47 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our first "First Pages" event was a hit, so we're running it back!

πŸ’₯Submit your first page (no more than 300 words) in the body of the email to queryconundrum@gmail.com

πŸ’₯Join us February 25 at 7:00 P.M. Eastern Time at www.youtube.com/@LiteraryLen...

#firstpages #writingcommunity

17.02.2026 01:40 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Congrats, all!

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Congrats, all!

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Congrats, @suefliess.bsky.social!

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We spy with our little eye Dionna Mann's MAMA'S CHICKEN & DUMPLINGS (Holiday House, 2024) listed as a VA Readers' Choice Book for the 2026-2027 school year! Congrats, Dionna! Complete list here: vslatoday.org/VRC-2627

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A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.
~ Christopher Reeve

11.02.2026 12:54 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Welcome, Sara Shacter, MG Author Who Didn't Give Up on Her Project of the Heart (C) Β Abi Cushman, Β  abicushman.com

Thanks to Dionna L Mann for featuring me on her blog!

www.dionnalmann.com/interviews-b...

19.01.2026 23:48 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
THE SWEATER picture book five starred review banner and quote image

THE SWEATER picture book five starred review banner and quote image

Happy #BookBirthday to THE SWEATER by Larissa Theule and illustrated by Teagan White! This beautiful picture book Illustrates the transformative role a community can play in caring for its members.

With ✨five stars,✨ it is a powerful and poignant tale of compassion and acceptance.

10.02.2026 20:39 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Having been out of the classroom for several years, I miss the magic of reading aloud to students and getting lost in a book together. So, I would gift myself more opportunities to share my love of reading and writing with children. #kidlitchat

11.12.2024 02:19 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1

✨WORLD READ ALOUD DAY 2025✨

Thank you @jennaleeyun.bsky.social for including me in this awesome round up of authors for World Read Aloud Day 2025.

Make sure you check out Jenna’s amazing debut THE LAST RHEE WITCH. I can’t wait for the sequel in the Spring!!

03.01.2025 19:01 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

A little late, but, CONGRATS to Jess and Jack, as well as Tuck and Tina!

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1970's Korean girl riding a purple bike as sparrows fly all around her.

1970's Korean girl riding a purple bike as sparrows fly all around her.

Hey look! It's #kidlitartpostcard day!

Portfolio: www.davidhohn.com
Represented by:
@jmcgowanbks.bsky.social

#childrensbook #biking #sparrow #kidlitart #illustration

05.02.2026 19:09 πŸ‘ 54 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
An illustration by Angela Matteson of a park scene with a dala horse mom sitting on a bench next to a knitting owl watching her youngest boy ride off on his scooter while big sister is looking up at Mom saying, "Ma! mama! ma! Ma!", and another dala sister is walking on wood logs. A bird couple and a squirrel are on the path.

An illustration by Angela Matteson of a park scene with a dala horse mom sitting on a bench next to a knitting owl watching her youngest boy ride off on his scooter while big sister is looking up at Mom saying, "Ma! mama! ma! Ma!", and another dala sister is walking on wood logs. A bird couple and a squirrel are on the path.

Taking a moment to pause with a cuppa while also keeping an eye on all we care about on this #KidLitArtPostcard day!
I’m Angela, a snow-covered illustrator ready for more #kidlit projects!
angelamatteson.com
Rep'd by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social

#kidlitart #illustration #childrensbooks #picturebook

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A pig is painting a messy picture smiling. The text reads "This is a real mess!" thought pig.

A pig is painting a messy picture smiling. The text reads "This is a real mess!" thought pig.

It's #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm an author and illustrator of books for kids. I'm keen to illustrate smart, quirky stories (and have a few of my own).

β˜… Here's more of my work: www.twofishillustration.com/my-work
➽ I'm rep'd by @jenrofe.bsky.social of @andreabrownlit.bsky.social.

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In February, as well as all year long, we celebrate the joy, bravery, tenacity, and kindness of African American culture in the United States and beyond.
Celebrate Black History this month with these special Diverse Picture Books for Black History Month we selected. #kidlit #blackhistorymonth

03.02.2026 17:32 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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11 must-read children's books by black authors in honor of Black History Month Dive into 11 books that bring the stories of Black Americans to life, and explore our top picks for inspiring, unforgettable reads.

Celebrate Black History Month with these books!

abc7chicago.com/post/black-h...

06.02.2026 20:45 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Cover of Just Like Home: Love Rolls in by Erin Soderberg Downing. Cover art by Johanna Tarkela shows Arlo the puppy in his homemade wheeled cart.

Cover of Just Like Home: Love Rolls in by Erin Soderberg Downing. Cover art by Johanna Tarkela shows Arlo the puppy in his homemade wheeled cart.

A wonderful new series from @erindowning.bsky.social for animal-loving young readers ready for longer chapters and no illustrations - a gentle story for tender-hearted readers. Perfect for after @elanakarnold.bsky.social's Bat series or @katemessner.com's Wildlife Rescue series. #mglit

06.02.2026 13:19 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Don’t Forget the Lights, a guest post by Jennifer Ann Richter As a longtime reader and writer, I’ve found light in words. My hope is that young people also find it in the pages of my books.

Don’t Forget the Lights, a guest post by Jennifer Ann Richter

As a longtime reader and writer, I’ve found light in words. My hope is that young people also find it in the pages of my books.

teenlibrariantoolbox.com/2026/01/28/d... @tltkaren.bsky.social

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#CanKidLit πŸ“šπŸ‘

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