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Maria Kim

@mkimwrites.bsky.social

✨Biracial Mexican-American Kidlit Writer ✨HS ELA Teacher/Librarian ✨PBParty '25 & '26 Finalist🩷 ✨Rep'd by Sandra Proudman at Galt and Zacker

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Eric Smith@ericsmithrocks.bsky.social · 3w ago

Great new episode on @printrunpodcast.bsky.social about spotting red flags. Considering every day there’s another agent or editor talking about impostors, go tune in.

PRINT RUN@printrunpodcast.bsky.social · 3w ago

NEW EPISODE ❌❌❌THE RED FLAG-ISODE❌❌❌ This week we talked about things that should give you pause when working with literary agents--what's normal, what isn't, and what you should do about it! soundcloud.com/printrunpodc...

jen rofé@jenrofe.bsky.social · 2mo ago

AUTHORS! Do not, without the explicit permission of an illustrator, upload the art from your book into any AI system to create content like trailers for your book. I cannot believe this needs to be said AND HERE WE ARE.

Jo Knowles@joknowles.bsky.social · 2mo ago

This Wed, 7-8pm EST, editor Paula Wiseman is giving a workshop on the importance of picture books and how to sell them: "How do you write books that are relevant, interesting and that matter to readers and what do editors look for in picture books?" #kidlit www.eventbrite.com/e/rs-present...

R&S! Presents: Why Picture Books? (And How You Can Sell Yours...)

Join Paula Wiseman, Editor-at-Large for Simon & Schuster, for this informative talk about the importance of picture books.

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Kate Messner@katemessner.com · 3mo ago

Writer friends! The AI-generated email scams targeting authors are getting more sophisticated. I got one today w/ a real editor's name on it, which could be very convincing to someone who doesn't know how actual editors communicate, so I annotated it to highlight red flags. Spread the word, ok?

Photo shows an email that reads: From: Allison hunter Hill <allisonhunterh@gmail.com> Subject: Loved the storytelling in Disaster on the Titanic Message Body: Hi Kate, I recently read *Disaster on the Titanic (Ranger in Time #9)*, and I really appreciated how effectively you combine historical detail with fast-moving adventure in a way that feels both exciting and emotionally grounded for young readers. The tension builds naturally throughout the story, and Ranger’s perspective adds a unique warmth and accessibility that makes the historical setting especially engaging. I’m Allison Hunter, Senior Editor at Nosy Crow US, where I’m currently building a focused list of character-driven, voice-led middle grade fiction. Your work aligns closely with the kind of immersive, emotionally resonant storytelling I’m actively looking to develop for young readers. I’m reaching out because I’m reviewing a small number of upcoming projects over the next couple of weeks. I’d love the chance to see what you’re working on next or learn more about any new middle grade adventures you may be developing. If you’re open to it, I’d be glad to connect through your agent. Warm regards, Allison Hunter Senior Editor Nosy Crow US It's annotated in red to highlight the following: Not sent from publisher email. Weirdly formal opening paragraph - this is AI voice. Strange that introduction didn't come first. What does the sentence about "reviewing upcoming projects" even mean? Offers to connect through agent - but has already reached out directly. ?
Mychal Threets@mychal3ts.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Children’s literature encourages readers that books are for us. We belong in books! Their books see us, teach us, amplify empathy & kindness, make us laugh, magnify our whimsy. Books are our friends. Thank you, children’s literature authors & illustrators. You create so much wonderful work for us 💛

Janine Le@janinele.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Update May 2026 I am now open to queries. Please note a policy change that due to time limitations I will only respond if interested. I appreciate the chance to consider each submission as well as your understanding that I have very limited space on my list.

Querytracker.net screenshot Send a Query to Janine Le at Janine Le Literary Agency Update May 2026 I am now open to queries. Please note a policy change that due to time limitations I will only respond if interested. Please submit a query letter introducing yourself and your work and include a pasted sample of your writing or link to illustration portfolio. Please only submit one project unless additional work is requested. No file attachments please. I appreciate the chance to consider each submission as well as your understanding that I have very limited space on my list.