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.

Saw my pals @lisakatzenberger.bsky.social and @adnauman.bsky.social at Dandelion Bookshop I Oak Park, IL!

I haven't accomplished any writing yet this morning, but I did update my website. Check it out to see where I'll be around the #Chicago area in the next few months! #kidlit lisakatzenberger.com/news-events/

A beautiful day for some WORDS! Nudge a writer today who needs a gentle reminder: you are brilliant, worthy, and loved. Regardless of your output, your sales, your followers. Believe it and lock in 🔥

My latest author newsletter is here -- check it out for information on my upcoming events. I'd love to see you at one! #kidlit mailchi.mp/788532d50359...

With the Mahmoud v. Taylor ruling last week, many of us are left wondering what’s next. We checked back in with author @cswild.bsky.social to get her take on the ruling and where we go from here. #freedomtoread #weneeddiversebooks #kidlit #lgbtqkidlit

I Joyfully Dissent

Author Charlotte Sullivan Wild shares her response to the Mahmoud v. Taylor ruling and where we go from here.

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The 2026 Pedro and Daniel Intersectionality Book Awards are open for submissions through 8/31/25. Two $1500 prizes. Traditionally Published / Intersectional Protagonist. For details: bit.ly/RYWawards #ReadYourWorld #PADIBA #PADIBA2026 #Intersectionality #IntersectionalBooks #WeNeedDiverseBooks

SB 212, which sought to establish "a ratings system for library materials available to young individuals based on appropriateness for different age groups," failed to pass in committee before the Oregon Legislature adjourned. Our skilled librarians already select age-appropriate books. (1/2)

This is a must read. It's great analysis and it's a great piece about what this does mean, and what it doesn't. Importantly, Kelly calls out that schools and teachers should not obey in advance by pulling LGBTQ+ books off the shelves. Read and share, please!

kelly jensen@heykellyjensen.bsky.social · last yr.

What does Mahmoud v. Taylor mean for LGBTQ+ books, curriculum, and students in American public schools? A look at the ruling, its ties to where and how the Establishment Clause is interpreted, the chilling effect this will have, and what we need to be doing. bookriot.com/supreme-cour...

2025 #Newbery Medal Acceptance by @erinentrada.bsky.social for THE FIRST STATE OF BEING @harperkids.bsky.social: "It’s surreal to be standing here for a second time." www.hbook.com/story/2025-n... #alaac25 #HBMag #ALAYMA @wearealsc.bsky.social @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social

2025 Newbery Medal Acceptance by Erin Entrada Kelly

From the July/August 2025 issue of The Horn Book Magazine: Special Issue: ALA Awards.

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Last day to enter!! #kidlit#diversebooks#writingcommunity

I and a bunch of other incredibly talented folks are doing virtual critiques with SCBWI Eastern New York. If you have a project you're itching for feedback on, don't miss out on this opportunity! www.scbwi.org/events/paid-...

Paid Professional Critiques

The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators provides the resources, professional networking, and community-building opportunities that support writers, illustrators, and translators throug...

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Our statement in response to the Supreme Court ruling in Mahmoud v Taylor. Image thread with alt text. 1/4

This needs to be better known. People are getting fired over picture book displays.

Kyle Lukoff@kylelukoff.bsky.social · last yr.

Man this sucks so much. www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/06/chri...

People of Bluesky! Let’s get to know each other better. What is your all time favorite TV Show?

a group of people are standing in a grid with the words rebecca hilton in the corner

Alt: A group of people are standing in a grid. From The Brady Bunch TV show intro.

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People of Bluesky! Let’s get to know each other better. What is your all time favorite TV Show?

Thanks for that reminder! Just signed up.

Here is an old-timey telephone system. It was on display at a local museum of what used to be a one-room schoolhouse built in 1925 in Darien, Illinois.

Celeste Ng@pronounced-ing.bsky.social · last yr.

Here is a strawberry growing on my deck a few days ago. (Update: it was delicious.)

Look, I’m not particularly a Harvard booster, but this is the start of a damn cure for type one diabetes. This is the kind of research Trump has killed. www.nytimes.com/2025/06/20/h...

People With Severe Diabetes Are Cured in Small Trial of New Drug

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My family loves doing escape rooms! This is the first one I did with just the teens and no Dad, and I was a bit worried at first. But we made it out!

Monday and Tuesday we’ll be at the #NCTE/M conference in Chicago talking about #languagearts #kidsbooks #math teachers will appreciate! And we’ll have THREE #authorsignings at Booth 506 too! We plan to use the hashtag #MGKidsBooks as the conference has none

CLOUDS IN SPACE by @teresarobeson.com is such a beautiful exploration of nebulae, with great back matter that taught me a lot! #staycurious Gorgeous illustrations by Diāna Renžina. I could not resist adding it to my shelf. #kidlit 📚👍

Will you be at the NCTE-NCTM conference in Chicago next week? If so, stop by @pubspotlight.bsky.social booth 506 on Monday at 12:30pm where I'll be signing FREE copies of A LOVE LETTER TO MY LIBRARY! I'd love for you to say hi! @sbkslibrary.bsky.social @robsayart.bsky.social @ncte.org #kidlit

This is a great read about why we need to fight back.

Marie Newman | Politics × Books × Power@marienewman.bsky.social · last yr.

The reasons we are fighting back are clear. Make sure you are able to tell your kids and grandkids you were on the moral side of history. open.substack.com/pub/marienew...

Are you a comics creator whose work has been challenged in schools or libraries? Are you available to come talk about it at Flame Con in NYC Aug 16 or 17? Hit me up!

For my next newsletter of book recommendations, I'd love to include a whole bunch of book recs from kids. If you have kids 2-18 yo, I'd be super grateful if you'd ask them what their favorite book was from the last year and fill out this form. 🙏 forms.gle/zakVTZRqiFam... #kidlit #amreading

Kids Read

If you're between 3 and 18 years old, please share the best book you read in the last year with other kids to help them find their next favorite read! Deadline: June 15, 2025. I'll include as many re...

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Proud of my kids, Ryan and Sydney, for surviving junior high!

KidLit crew: I'm so glad to be in the trenches with you, even on hard days. It might feel like you're alone. You're not. It might feel impossible. Do what you can, even if it's just glaring at your page. It might feel futile. Your words will change someone's life, and you may never know it.

Do you know the ins and outs of the publishing industry? We're looking for an experienced publishing professional to join our team as a literary agent. More details on how to apply can be found here ⤵️ https://www.psliterary.com/opportunities/

Opportunities - P.S. Literary Agency

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#teachers do you know about the Amber Brown Grant??? SCBWI will fund an author/illustrator visit to 1 school, give free books, & supply a $250 stipend for a school celebration. Submission deadline is Friday, June 6, at midnight PST. More info at link! #grant www.scbwi.org/awards-and-g...

Amber Brown Grant

The Amber Brown Grant commemorates author and beloved school speaker Paula Danziger. One school is awarded each year with an author or illustrator visit and new books to continue Paula’s love of conne...

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"Beautiful illustrations perfectly illuminate the celebration of the market’s colors & the girl’s excitement” says @imaginationsoup.bsky.social of A GIFT FOR AMMA: MARKET DAY IN INDIA by Meera Sriram, illustrated by Mariona Cabassa @barefootbooks.bsky.social imaginationsoup.net/childrens-bo...

100 Brilliant Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI) Children’s Books

May 1 begins Asian American Pacific Islander American Heritage Month (AAPI month)! To celebrate, you can read these brilliant children's books with Asian and Pacific Islander representation.

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