Fortunately, my twins have their own ways of self-soothing. Unfortunately, one twin likes to scream before she sleeps and wakes the other one up 🫩

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! A little Paddington Bear fanart for this months postcard. I am a Mexican-American author and illustrator. I am available for picture book and board book projects. Please reach out to my agent @sophiesheumaker for project inquiries. Lilistrations.com

I can’t believe it’s almost Fall #kidlitartpostcard 🌞 I’m available for picture book, board book, or chapter book projects 🌞 I’d love to work with you! www.christinealmeda.com This is a drawing I did for my daughter’s birthday, done with graphite and Procreate!

Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Rachelle Allan, an author-illustrator who loves bringing lovably imperfect characters to life. I’m currently working on a book dummy featuring an adorable little girl and an enormous ogre. See more of my work at rachelleallan.com

It’s #KidLitArtPostcard day! 🌳📮 I’m Amanda — an author/illustrator currently on the lookout for kid lit illustration opportunities, especially picture book/board book projects that feature big trees, kids with big personalities, or dogs (of any size)! Portfolio: www.amandadressel.com

Hi #kidlitartpostcard ! I'm Amanda, I love illustrating character driven stories with a lot of heart! I'm available for new projects this last quarter of the year! Reach out to my agent Emily Fernandez at the Bright Agency for any inquires! #kidlitart #illustration #picturebook

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! This time I'm showing some of my character design process from an original story about a star coming to earth. Big folktale vibes! Feel free to reach out- 🌟 annadaviscourt@gmail.com 🌙 www.annadaviscourt.com

This past year has been a whirlwind, but faaaar better than last year. Hope to share more here as my postpartum mind slowly recovers 😅

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Hello, I’m Chris, a picture book illustrator and I love visual texture and sweet stories. Come see more work at thornockstudios.com For inquiries, contact my agent Lori Steel at steelworksliterary.com

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day & see you next season, Ice cream shop🍦🍨 Hi ADs, Editors, and Designers 👋 I’m Clary—a #kidlit #illustrator based in the U.S. I’m open for PBs, BBs, editorials, and any projects related to children’s art. ✨ Rep’d by Tracy Marchini Literary 🖥️ claryillustration.com

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm Kris, and l love illustrating small magical moments with wonder and a touch of whimsy ✨ Looking for work in picture books through middle grade, and proudly represented by @jenrofe.bsky.social of @andreabrownlit.bsky.social Visit www.kriseasler.com for more!

#KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Toshi and currently seeking for new projects! Interested in #picturebook, #boardbook, #chapterbook! Portfolio: artoftoshi.com/illustration Rep’d by Hannah Mann at Writers House Thank you😊 🎨 one of my favorite spreads from Wanderers(out on Oct 6th)

Hi #kidlitartpostcard! I'm Victoria, an Argentinian illustrator living in France, fond of painting nature, animals, folk tales and magic! Available for new projects (PB, MG, covers & more - ask me!). victoriamaderna.com | hi@victoriamaderna.com Represented by @jenazantian.bsky.social

I can’t believe it’s almost Fall #kidlitartpostcard 🌞 I’m available for picture book, board book, or chapter book projects 🌞 I’d love to work with you! www.christinealmeda.com This is a drawing I did for my daughter’s birthday, done with graphite and Procreate!

#KidLitArtPostcard Day back to beginnings! Hello, I'm Chris, a picture book illustrator. Here I am, a little boy lost in a big drawing. Some things never change. See more work at thornockstudios.com For inquiries, contact my agent Lori Steel — steelworksliterary.com

Happy 5 years to #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Kristen, a #kidlit illustrator open to work on picture book, chapter book, and graphic novel projects :) Rep’d by @loveleemonicaa.bsky.social Portfolio: www.kristenchowart.com

Happy 5th birthday to #KidLitArtPostcard!! 🎉 Here's me as a kid, stealing neopoints and playing flash games. Hire me for your next project, I'm great at computers!

Hello #kidlitartpostcard! I’m Christine, an illustrator available for picture, board & chapter book projects ☀️ Celebrating 5 years of kidlitartpostcard with @ginaperry.bsky.social prompt “you, as a kid” - We used to wear beach towels and pretend our shadows were superheroes 🏖️ #illustration

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day!!✨ Hi! I’m Te Ted! I am an illustrator represented by Aliza R. Hoover at @thecatagency.bsky.social . I did both digital art and mixed media with paper cutting. I am currently looking for new projects!✨✨ Portfolio: www.shangtechen.com

Hello #KidLitArtPostcard My name is Emily Calimlim and I illustrate picture book for children with a special interest in #nonfiction. Looking for work and currently seeking representation! limlimillustration.com

Happy 5th Anniversary of #KidLitArtPostcard! I’m Erica! And here’s a memory of myself receiving a jade pendant of a monkey (my Chinese zodiac animal) for safeguarding and luck. Check out more of my work! ericalee.cc #kidlitart #illustration #aapi #aapiheritage

Hi #kidlitartpostcard! I’m Mazie, a Canadian illustrator and cartoonist. I’m interested in working on books that feel silly but have a lot of heart, preferably early readers, chapter books, and middle grade comics. I’m seeking representation as an illustrator. MazieLovie.carrd.co

Hello and happy 5 year birthday to #kidlitartpostcard ! June is my birthday month too, so I will be celebrating with cake. (all month)

Happy 5 years to #KidLitArtPostcard! Joining this month's "You, as a kid" theme! I'm Arielle, a Filipino illustrator with a love for nostalgia and whimsy! Interested in PBs, MG, and cover projects! ✏️ 🌱 www.yelliedraws.com 💌 Rep'd by Adria Goetz of KT Literary #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration

Hello #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Charlene Chua & I illustrate for kids. 🌟 Available for books + other kids-related projects 🌟 Portfolio - charlenechua.com Rep' by Tracy Marchini Literary #kidlitart #kidlit #illustration

Hello #kidlitartpostcard! I’m Christine, an illustrator available for picture, board & chapter book projects ☀️ Celebrating 5 years of kidlitartpostcard with @ginaperry.bsky.social prompt “you, as a kid” - We used to wear beach towels and pretend our shadows were superheroes 🏖️ #illustration

"Meditation", Je Shen, Chinese Artist, 2026

I keep seeing authors getting duped by AI users pretending to be artists (and then sadly realising it when everyone calls their book AI slop). These grifters are everywhere and I don't have a solution, but I have a few pointers:

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