So excited to see an article in my local newspaper about "The Northbound Train." Illustrated by Tonya Engel, this historical fiction picture book was inspired by my father's journey from Birmingham to Chicago as part of the Great Migration. Pre-order on Amazon. evanstonroundtable.com/2026/08/10/e...

Evanston author hopes her debut children’s book inspires others to share family migration stories - Evanston RoundTable

Leslie Piotrowski‘s first children’s book will be released in January 2027. For Leslie Johnson Piotrowski, writing has always been a part of her life. As

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My father inspired my PB The Northbound Train, Illus. by Tonya Engel. My father's journey as part of the 1930s Great Migration changed the trajectory of my family. @abramskids will release it in Jan. 2027. Preorder at: tinyurl.com/krbac7c8. #PictureBooks #writingcommunity

Sometimes I feel blind. Today I finally noticed more of the symbolism that Tonya Engel used in her illustrations for my picture book "The Northbound Train." Her symbolism adds another layer of information waiting to be discovered. Preorder at: tinyurl.com/krbac7c8

I’m thrilled that my picture book “The Northbound Train” illustrated by Tonya Engel is a Jr Library Guild Gold Standard title. @JrLibraryGuild #JLGSelection #kidlit @Abramskids

COVER REVEAL--I'm so excited to post the cover of my debut picture book THE NORTHBOUND TRAIN. Abrams Kids will release it in January of 2027. In the meantime, it is available for preorder on Amazon: tinyurl.com/krbac7c8 and other sites. #coverreveal #greatmigration #picturebooks #debutbooks

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No. It’s a Tour de France team zooming through the streets of Barcelona. It was just by chance that I happened to be in Barcelona during the famous race this year.

Hooray for @carolynbfraiser.bsky.social and her beautiful books!!! Did you know she used to climb trees to hide from her neighbors and escape into a book?! Good thing she doesn’t need to hide away anymore because we need her to write and share all of her books with us! ✨📚

Thrilled to share that PB25Vibes author Namrata @namrataagarwal’s book has received a starred review! Congratulations, Namrata @namrataag.bsky.social #reviews #starred #schoollibraryjournal #kidlit #author

Namrata Agarwal@namrataag.bsky.social · last yr.

BIG NEWS! The Mithai Box Is Not Empty just received a ⭐️starred review from School Library Journal! Thank you, @sljournal for such a thoughtful review and for seeing the heart of this story. I’m honored beyond words. @HolidayHouseBks #kidlit

Finally, we are thrilled to share a glimpse of the PB25 Vibes group. Each cover in this collection captures a distinct vibe from resilience and cultural connection to imaginative joy and emotional healing. ✨#bookcover #reflections #author #kidlit #PB25Vibes #writingcommunity

I’m excited that I’m now represented by Joyce Sweeney with the Seymour Agency! @joycesweeney.bsky.social

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This month, our authors are turning the spotlight on their book covers. Each cover holds clues, emotions, and symbols that connect deeply with the story inside. #bookcover #reflections #author #kidlit #PB25Vibes #writingcommunity #publishing

Leslie @lpiotrowski80.bsky.social shares how tough it can be to let go of your favorite characters, sentences, words especially when they’ve lived in your mind and heart for so long. #revision #editors #author #kidlit #PB25Vibes #writingcommunity #publishing 🪓🪓🪓🪓

Our first revision fact is from @costantia.bsky.social who shares her experience revising her manuscript 'The FIG TREE' #5amwritersclub #publishing #revision #editors #author #kidlit #PB25Vibes #12x12pb #scbwi #writingcommunity

Next up in our PB25 vibes series: a revision fact from the one behind the vibes this month— @namrataagarwal.bsky.social ! 🎉 Namrata shares a peek into her journey revising 'The Mithai Box Is Not Empty' #revision #editors #author #kidlit #PB25Vibes #writingcommunity #publishing #cultural

Next from our squad is Ha Dinh, an author who simply cannot lay her mind to rest. Let’s see how Ha describes her journey through the revision process. #revision #editors #author #kidlit #PB25Vibes #writingcommunity #publishing

🎉 Happy Book Birthday to Ha Dinh! 📚 ✨ #bookbirthday #kidlit #PB25Vibes #writingcommunity #publishing 📣 Attention chapter series fans! Today is her book birthday and Ly-Lan and the New Class Mix Up js out and 55% OFF on Audible RIGHT NOW! 🎧✨

"Kimberly explains that during the revision process, ideas might just come—so don't give up." #revision #editors #author #kidlit #PB25Vibes #writingcommunity #publishing

youtube.com/watch?v=ZKoJ... I am so honored to have received the “Many Voices” statewide award from the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI-Illinois) for my picture book manuscript “Escape from the Cotton Fields.”

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I strongly believe in the power of a group. You can often do things much better in a group than by yourself.

PB25Vibes@pb25vibes.bsky.social · last yr.

Marketing advice brought to you today by @pb25vibes.bsky.social member, @lpiotrowski80.bsky.social! #writingcommunity #kidlit #marketing #publishing #author #PB25Vibes #launch #promogroups #promo

During March, #PB25Vibes authors are sharing their biggest challenges. A journalistic style of writing kept getting in Leslie Piotrowski’s way until she discovered her lyrical voice. #writingcommunity #picturebooks #BIPOC

"A love letter to all families who manage chronic illness on a regular basis..." What a GREAT review from SLJ for KENZIE'S LITTLE TREE by @alisonmcgauley.bsky.social #KidLit #PictureBook #EduSky #BookSky

Alison McGauley@alisonmcgauley.bsky.social · 2y ago

Thank you, @slj.com, for this heartfelt review of our upcoming #picturebook, KENZIE’S LITTLE TREE! Emilie Leduc @orcabook.bsky.social @picturebookseh.bsky.social @pb25vibes.bsky.social #kidlit #EduSky #CanKidLit

I pass my manuscripts through four critique groups before I send them to my agent.

PB25Vibes@pb25vibes.bsky.social · 2y ago

We all want to race to the finish line, but publishing is more like a marathon than a sprint. Take your time and make your work the best that it can be! Great advice from @carolynbfraiser.bsky.social, author of M IS FOR MASON JAR, coming in August. #KidLit #PictureBooks #BookSky #EduSky

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American Library Association announces 2025 Youth Media Award winners

The American Library Association (ALA) today announced the top books, digital media, video and audio books for children and young adults – including the Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, Newbery and Prin...

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WE DID IT! Thanks to your generosity we smashed our fundraising target, and we are so incredibly grateful to everyone who donated, bid, shared, and supported. You showed up for Los Angeles, and we can’t thank you enough! The @Kidlit For Los Angeles team (Caroline, Charlotte, Tara and Jocelyn) 💖

I have gotten some of my best picture book story ideas in the middle of the night.

PB25Vibes@pb25vibes.bsky.social · 2y ago

Who gets their best ideas while falling asleep or waking up? Or even in the middle of the night? Keep a notebook by your bed and jot down all those great ideas! Great writing advice from @lpiotrowski80.bsky.social, author of THE NORTHBOUND TRAIN, coming in 2026. #KidLit #PictureBook #BookSky

I had a great time today at a book launch in Vernon Hills. A member of one of my critique groups, Nicole Hewitt, read from her just released fantasy novel, THE SONG OF ORPHAN’S GARDEN, before a huge crowd. So nice to see so many authors and avid book readers there to support her.

Is your writing stuck? Take a walk! Taking breaks and spending time in nature can general creativity. Don't forget to write down all those great ideas. Great advice from @costantia.bsky.social, author of THE FIG TREE, releasing in June. #KidLit #PictureBooks #BookSky #Teachers #Librarians

Are you connecting with other #KidLit writers as part of your journey? Finding people with similar passions provides support and inspiration! Great writing tip from @christinealemshah.bsky.social, author of BEA’S BALIKBAYAN BOX OF TREASURES, coming soon! #PictureBooks

I’ve signed up for another year with 12x12. It’s where I can find my writing community, post picture book drafts to receive feedback, and learn from webinars and other great tools. If you’re thinking of writing a picture book, check it out: www.12x12challenge.com. @12x12challenge #12x12PB

So excited to be on StoryStorm!

Blair N Williamson, Children's Author@theislandwriter.bsky.social · 2y ago

AN EXCITING DAY! @pb25vibes.bsky.social is on @taralazar.bsky.social #STORYSTORM ...and it also features the ✨COVER REVEAL✨for BIRTHDAY BASH, written by @theislandwriter.bsky.social , art by @woolleystories.bsky.social 🥳 👀⬇️! taralazar.com/2025/01/22/s... #PB25Vibes #writingcommunity #kidlit