Picture book fiction: Irresistibly silly & subversive / ridiculous premise with repeat read potential Memorable little troublemakers and misfits / flawed protagonists in ironic scenarios Relatable everyday rituals gone wrong / mishaps at home or school #mswl

Hi! It’s #kidlitartpostcard day. I’m Jennifer, a #kidlit author/illustrator. I’d love to work on your next funny animal picture book! (Not taking on self-published projects, sorry!)

A thread about my favorite kinds of MG & #mswl - I love sff of all kinds, especially those about discovering the true nature of the world & overcoming authoritarian power structures. Books like A Wrinkle in Time, The Giver, The House of the Scorpion, The Last Cuentista, The One and Only Ivan. 1/4

It's #kidlitartpostcard day! ⭐️ I'm addicted to nature & neon! Creating wild stories & bright worlds... PBs, covers, MG & more— let's make amazing books! 🎉 www.heycrystalsmith.com Rep'd by @jemiscoe.bsky.social at @starlingliterary.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitartist

Racing snails in style!! 🐌🍬👻 #AuGHOST2026 #ghost #kidlitart #kidsbookartist #aughost #repostaghost!

If you're looking for professional help on your kidlit or YA project, I have openings. Need eyeballs on your query letter? I can do that, too. Check out my services here: www.alisonweisseditorial.com/services I'm happy to answer any questions.

Falcon Ridge - the secret spot only birds know about and has never been seen by people. Where all the secret falcon meetings happen. 😳 #Kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitartist #Illustration #falcons #sciart #desert #digitalart

Author Quote of the Day from the one and only Kate DiCamillo: “I don't know what I'm doing. And I think that that's a helpful message for everybody to get because you never quite figure it out.” #amwriting #amreading #picturebook #kidlit #PBSummit #booksky

Humor has a magical way of making an old idea feel fresh. In this week's post, we discuss the magic of picture book humor! ⁠ These ideas and books are sure to give you a laugh! picturebooksummit.co... #amwriting #picturebook #kidlit #PBSummit #booksky

Hi #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Adam and I'm seeking representation! I love drawing and painting outdoor scenes, goofy characters, and anything with clouds! You can see the rest of my work here www.adamdehusart.com #kidlitArt #Childrensillustration #middleGrade #color

It’s been a minute since I posted a picture book #MSWL! My taste for PB runs from the quirky, imaginative, & funny like Stalactite & Stalagmite by Drew Beckmeyer to the gorgeously lyrical, emotional, and joyful like Where They Gather by Teresa Rodrigues, illus by Jamiel Law. The common thread? 1/2

Hey artists, let's share some helpful things in the community :) 🎨 What's one tip or trick you would give a new artist in your chosen medium? (Or just in general!)

hey #kidlit community! The annual FREE Kidlit Summer Camp is right around the corner from Sara Gentry's blog. It's a week filled with interviews from different creators and IMO it's fantastic. If you've never heard of it, check it out here solutionsforwriters.com/kidlit

KidLit Summer Camp — Solutions for Writers

Why should the kids have all the fun this summer? Join us for KidLit Summer Camp, a free virtual event featuring KidLit writers and book coaches. Come away with tips and inspiration so you can kicksta...

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🎨 Illustrator spotlight on Renée Kurilla! Renée is repped by Jen Rofé and is interested in illustrating picture books, black and white interiors, and graphic novels. For more of Renée's portfolio, check out her illustrator page. @reneekurilla.bsky.social @jenrofe.bsky.social

What are agents & editors thinking these days? Emma Walton Hamilton & @KatieDavisBurps join the #12x12PB Podcast to give you the skinny on the Agent & Editor Panels for #PBSummit online on 10/3. Listen: 12x12challenge.com/p... #amwriting #kidlit #12x12pb #booksky #podcast

Podcast: Picture Book Summit 2026 Agents & Editors

The Picture Book Summit joins Julie and Kelli to talk about the 2026 Picture Book Summit Featured Agents and Editors.

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12 x 12 member Jenna Elyse Johnson shares how submitting one story led to writing a completely different manuscript for the same publisher—proving that you never know where your next publishing opportunity may pop up! #amwriting #picturebook #kidlit #12x12pb #booksky #writingcommunity

Editors Catherine Laudone of Beach Lane Books, Mabel Hsu of Stonefruit Studio/Sourcebooks, and Sara Sproull of Abrams are coming to #PBSummit on 10/3! Submit to these editors when you get a Summit + Submissions ticket! Save $100: picturebooksummit.com #querytip #picturebook #kidlit #pbpitch

I think when I met Jane Yolen, she also told me that she just had a manuscript rejection, and I said something to the effect of 'but you're Jane Yolen, why would anyone reject anything you write?' And she smiled and shrugged like 'eh, it happens'.

Jane Yolen passed away this morning and I am in deep mourning. I had the great privilige of being friends with her for over four decades. We laughed together, did panels together, edited each other, and eventually wrote a book together. She was my editor for several books . . . 1/2

Literary Auction for Change is now live! Lori is offering a written critique for a MG or YA novel's first 10pp to the winning bidder. Lori is closed to submissions so this is a unique opportunity to share your work while supporting this terrific organization!

Happy 5th Anniversary of #kidlitartpostcard day! I am posting a little late. I was helping my parents move on Thursday so it is only fitting that this image is inspired by a trip we took when I was little to Vancouver Island--where it rains a lot . . .

Trying something new - Watercolor & ink cat portraits, here at TCAF! Table 322, 4th floor #tcaf2026

happy #kidlitartpostcard day~! i'm always looking for fun book projects, especially if it means drawing cute little fellas + colorful worlds! represented by @kurestinarmada.bsky.social at root literary!

Wow, 5 years of #kidlitartpostcard! 🥳 I'm Cat, a Kid Lit Illustrator* This "You, as a kid" illustration is based on a true birthday party story 😅 *available for cover art. 🎨 Portfolio at catarinaoliveirastudio.com 💼 Rep'd by T2 Agency #kidlit #birthdayParty #kidlitart

Happy 5th birthday #kidlitartpostcard! Thank you to @ginaperry.bsky.social for this amazing event ✨ It has been such a great motivator for me to make new pieces, and it's great to see everyone's lovely art. This is me as a kid in one of my all-time favorite costumes 🦋. www.luisauribe.com

Apparently dressing as a ladybug increases confidence by 87%. 🐞 #PictureBookIllustration #ChildrensIllustration #IllustrationArtists #KidlitArt #StorybookArt #CuteIllustration #DigitalIllustration #LadybugGirl #PositiveArt #CozyArt #PictureBookArtist #ArtistMom #Kidslit #DrawingOfTheDay #HappyArt

#KidlitZombieWeek Day 1! Check it out here: writerreaderteacher.wordpress.com/2026/06/01/g... Then come back & comment on this post with the one question that the blank page asks that feels most helpful. #WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt

ICYMI, the June 4th #KidLitArtPostcard event marks the 5th anniversary. That's two weeks away! I'm suggesting a theme for our illustrations: You, as a kid. Learn more about the event here: www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit

TOPIC: What are your favorite craft books, podcasts, and videos? And... why are these the ones you turn to? #kidlitchat