Berrie Torgan-Randall (Berrietr)
@berrietr.bsky.social
Check out my portfolio: https://www.berrietr.com/ Contact me: berrietr@gmail.com #kidlit published #author/illustrator, who would love to cooperate with you in creating beautiful and meaningful #picturebooks for kids.
Our weekly big list of kid lit links is up (Aug 28): kidlit411.com/2026/08/the-... Inside: Humor webinar, graphic novel resources, one-sentence hook, more. Thanks @berrietr.bsky.social for the illustration, Viking Children's Books & @nataliaiacobelli.bsky.social for the giveaways #kidlit #kidlitart
The Weekly 411 (8/28/26)
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Meet author-illustrator Brian Biggs who will be joining us at Illustrator Day in Lancaster, PA on 9/19. Find out all about Brian and the event in this interview by Berrie on the blog. easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2026/08/15/a... @brianbiggsstudio.bsky.social @berrietr.bsky.social
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! This illustration is from my book Bella & Blue 2: Postcards from Paris (The Little Press-Spring '27). I have delightful dummies to share with you. More art: berrietr.com #bicycle #blue #dogs #Paris #travel #handlettering #kidlit #limitedpalette #grandparents #family
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am a published author and illustrator looking to work with you on creating meaningful and beautiful books for kids. I have dummies to share so please reach out. berrietr.com
Meet @jessicawhippl17.bsky.social! Jessica will be presenting a picture book webinar with us on 6/16 as part of our FREE 3-part professional development webinar series this month. Find out all about it in this interview by @berrietr.bsky.social! easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2026/06/11/a...
A Café Chat with Author Jessica Whipple by Berrie Torgan-Randall
Berrie Torgan-Randall interviews author Jessica Whipple in advance of her webinar titled Which Way to Go?—Using Traditional Narrative Arc and Gentle Arc to Lead Readers Through a Picture Book, on J…
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Happy birthday #kidlitartpostcard day! Here's a dancing poodle from my upcoming book Postcards from Paris. I'm a published author illustrator looking for the eyes of an art director, the direction of an agent, and the knowledge of an editor to craft wonderful books for kids. More art: berrietr.com
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! It's Spring and time to think about traveling. This SPD is for the 2nd in the Bella & Blue series called "Postcards from Paris" with #littlepresspublishing set to launch in Spring of '27. I am seeking representation. More art: berrietr.com
Berrie Torgan-Randall, Angela De Groot, and I are looking forward to meeting lots of book lovers at the Poughkeepsie Children’s Book Festival on Saturday, March 28, 10 am to 3 pm. #loveofbooks #kidlit #bookfestival #teachers #librarians #homeschoolers @berrietr.bsky.social
Meet literary agent Christie Megill, who will be presenting a webinar with us in May on "Mastering the Dual Role of Being an Author-Illustrator." More about @christiemegill.bsky.social and the webinar in this interview by @berrietr.bsky.social. easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2026/03/13/c... #kidlit
Café Chat with Literary Agent Christie Megill, by Berrie Torgan-Randall
Berrie Torgan-Randall interviews agent Christie Megill of The CAT Agency in advance of her webinar titled Mastering the Dual Role of Being an Author-Illustrator, on May 21, 2026. A Café Chat with L…
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Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m a published author and illustrator who is seeking attention from an art director and knowledge from an editor and agent so that we can make beautiful and meaningful books for kids. More art: berrietr.com
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m a published author/illustrator who enjoys crafting charming characters and drafting delightful and engaging stories about quirky kids. Let me know how we can work together to create books filled with humor and heart. More art: berrietr.com
Get ready for more sweetness, silliness, and speech bubbles in Bella & Blue Two: A Postcard from Paris (Little Press Publishing) to arrive spring of 2027. Join Bella as she finds ways to navigate her feelings and find the best route for coping with her fear of flying.
Thanks Heather for the review!!
Heather Stigall@heatherstigall7.bsky.social · 8mo ago📚👍It may be #bluemonday but I've got a book recommendation to cheer you up! Here's my 2023 review for @berrietr.bsky.social's BELLA & BLUE: www.heatherpiercestigall.com/ramblings--r... #kidlit #graphicnovel #chapterbooks #WhatToRead #bookreview #childrensbooks #booksforkids #reading #literacy
📚👍Happy #NationalRubberDuckyDay!🐤 What a great opportunity to give a shoutout to @berrietr.bsky.social's new picture book JUST DUCKY: A FRIENDSHIP TAKES FLIGHT. My review: www.heatherpiercestigall.com/ramblings--r... #kidlit #WhatToRead #booksforkids #childrensbooks #bookreview #reading #literacy
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m an author-illustrator for children’s books. I love to draw color, texture, and whimsy 🩷 Available for PBs & board books! Rep’d by @thejordache.bsky.social at JABberwocky Literary Agency @awfulagent.bsky.social britspixels.com #kidlitart #cuteart #illustration
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I send warm greetings from Eastern PA. I’m a published author and illustrator who enjoys crafting charming characters and drafting delightful and engaging stories about quirky kids. I am seeking representation. More art: berrietr.com Thank you for snow much.
“Quack” Thanks you for the book love!
Kristen C. Strocchia@kcstrocchia.bsky.social · 8mo agoSo much fun to see @berrietr.bsky.social 's book Just Ducky is the highest rated on Goodreads out of all the books I read this year! A well-deserved accolade for a super sweet (and delightfully quirky) read-aloud. @scbwiepa.bsky.social #WriterSky #KidLit ##WritingCommunity #KidLitArt
It’s been a year full of creativity and hard work this past year. I traveled to Kansas and Denver for book and speaking events. My pb Just Ducky was launched in October with book events in and around Philly and I’m working on the dummy for Superhero Nero. @cardinalrulepress @thelittlepress
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I am a creative and compassionate storyteller who writes and illustrates books with humor and heart. I am seeking representation from an Agent, the eyes of an Art Director, and/or the attention of an Editor. Thanks for checking out my portfolio: berrietr.com
📚 To celebrate National Picture Book Month, we are highlighting a few picture books by Pennsylvania authors: 📙 Unstoppable by Michael G. Long 📙 Just Ducky by @berrietr.bsky.social 📙 Chomp! The Truth About Sharks by @annettewhipple.bsky.social 📙 Wonderful You by Lisa Graff
On Thursday I will be traveling to Denver! I’m looking forward to presenting with @mirkadraws to talk about early reader graphic novels on Friday and then on Saturday give away copies of Just Ducky. Please stop by to say hello! #NCTE25 #picturebookauthor #picturebookillustrator
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am a published author/illustrator looking for representation. “I write and illustrate stories about kids who are discovering their distinct gifts and individuality and learning how to embrace their quirky and unique selves.“ More art: berrietr.com
Amazing opportunity from the folks @seasonsofkidlit with a skip the slush pile opportunity. Agent and clans(wo)man Ashlee Maccallum is interviewed by agent and author @literally.lynne.marie for this post Halloween treat (submissions open all of November.)
mailchi.mp/f3abd0bf03f5... Here is my latest newsletter to let you know about Just Ducky book birthday, launch party, events, a new project, and more!
Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm a published author/illustrator who writes about quirky kids and draws them too! I would love to collaborate with you on #pb, early reader graphic novels, early chapter books, or anything you have in mind. Please check out my portfolio: berrietr.com
Today is launch day! Just Ducky: a friendship takes flight is a #picturebook about compassion, listening, and friendship. Thanks for the wonderful people at #cardinalrulepress! Find out more here: tinyurl.com/3s65fv66 #BookRelease #BookLaunch #NewBook #kidlitart #kidlitlaunches #booksky #ducks
Meet illustration agent Kelly Pelsue, who will be presenting tonight's webinar on Curating an Illustration Career. easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2025/09/10/c... @kellypelsue.bsky.social @berrietr.bsky.social
Café Chat with Illustration Agent Kelly Pelsue, by Berrie Torgan-Randall
Berrie Torgan-Randall interviews illustration agent Kelly Pelsue in advance her webinar Curating an Illustration Career, on September 10, 2025. ILLUSTRATOR DAY—LIVE! IN LANCASTER 2025 participants …
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Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! My name is Berrie and I am an author and illustrator working from my home studio outside of Philly - go Eagles! Reach out and we can talk about what I can do for you. Portfolio: berrietr.com Thanks for stopping by!
