#DVParty Day 4 - Your Story as Memes/Gif The playground can be exciting but for my MC it is terrifying! #PB

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Happening TONIGHT! It’s FREE! All registrants will be entered to win a copy of the book. The recording will be sent out after the event. You do not need to be present to win! LINK TO REGISTER: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #webinar #writingcommunity #kidlit #kidlitartist #picturebook

Join us for #AskDV on SEPT 17, 2026 @ 4-5PM ET on Bluesky for a Q&A before #DVpit with agents @ericsmithrocks.bsky.social @allielevick.bsky.social @mwhatnall.bsky.social @tinyfairyhunter.bsky.social ! Post your questions on bsky with #AskDV on 9/17 @ 4-5PM ET For rules: dvpit.carrd.co/#askdv

#Giveaway Time to prepare for #DVpit! Enter from July 13-18, 2026 to win query and/or first pages critiques from agents! TO ENTER: • repost this post • AND reply with your category & genre! (e.g. YA Fantasy) • Entries must be for completed, unpublished work. Full rules: dvpit.carrd.co#giveaway

Hey #Kidlit Fam, do you struggle with flat characters? The KDZ crew has tips for you in the latest episode! www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMPl... @kdzpodcast.bsky.social

Enter the 2026 #PBParty contest now. Wahooooo! The judges and I can't wait to see your entries. How many do you think we'll receive this year? We're sending tons of good vibes your way. Good luck. :)

Enter the 2026 PBParty Contest NOW! ⋆ Mindy’s Writing Wonderland

Enter the 2026 PBParty contest now through 8 pm Eastern on March 17. The judges can't wait to see your entries. Good luck. :)

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The 2026 #PBParty contest has 39 participating agents/editors so far. Wahoooo! It's only been a few days since e-mailing editors & a bit longer for agents, so I'm hoping we'll have tons more yeses by the showcase. Enter to win one of over 45 critiques!

Huge Critique Giveaway & PBParty Prep Replay ⋆ Mindy’s Writing Wonderland

If you're planning to enter the 2026 PBParty contest, here are TONS of critique prizes you can win to help prepare. Good luck. :)

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Roses are red 🌹 Violets are blue 💙 We dropped a Valentine’s Day episode And there’s a giveaway for you! 🎁 Listen on Youtube for details on how to enter 💘 youtu.be/9Ybpd65FEng?... #kidlit #writingcommunity #giveaway

Writing Love Kids Understand: 4 Tools for Children's Authors

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Happy New Year to all our wonderful #kidlit writers! ✨ 🎉 Start the year inspired by catching up on all nine #kdzpodcast episodes, and don’t forget to stay tuned—more are on the way! linktr.ee/kdzpodcast

I look forward to #Storystorm every January. It's definitely one of my favorite #kidlit things. ✨ If you want to sign up too, check it out here 👇 taralazar.com/2025/12/26/s... Thanks @taralazar.bsky.social!

Storystorm 2026 Registration is Open!

It’s that time of the year again! Welcome to STORYSTORM 2026 Registration! Nine years ago I changed the name and month of my annual writing challenge, from Picture Book Idea Month (PiBoIdMo) to STO…

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Hey #kidlit family! Check out this fun interview I did with Megan from @keepwritingkidlit.bsky.social. There may be a free critique in it for you! 😉✍️ #keepwritingkidlit #kdzpodcast

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I'm so excited about this week's interview! I'm talking to @morganlau.bsky.social about creating resources for the #kidlit community. Morgan has great advice, and she's also giving away a critique. Don't miss out! https://www.keepwritingkidlit.com/morgan-lau/

3. The KDZ crew released a new episode of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast with the KDZ crew (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social) to get into the holiday spirit. bit.ly/48qXivx #kidlit #kdzpodcast #writing

Tools for Festive Holiday Stories (KidLit Writing Tips)

The KidLit Deconstruction Zone (KDZ) Podcast Episode 9: Tools for Festive Holiday Stories airing November 30, 2025. This episode's music, art, and audio mix were created by Melissa Mwai. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4pxmZSg Goodreads Shelf: https://bit.ly/3KjbAWW Resources: 1.How to Subvert Tropes Video by Reedsy: How to Subvert Tropes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVSGPq7fA9s&t=192s 2. 3 Tips for Writing Holiday-Themed Books https://www.instantpublisher.com/blog/3-tips-for-writing-holiday-themed-books/ 3. Thriving as a Writer During the Holidays https://www.writefromthedeep.com/155-thriving-during-holidays/ 4. Children’s Books about Holidays https://www.readbrightly.com/books-about-different-holiday-cultures-and-traditions/ About the Hosts: Melissa "Mel" Mwai is a nonfiction children's author, illustrator, and story coach. Visit https://melissamwai.com. Morgan Lau is a visual storyteller. Visit https://greengirlblueplanet.wordpress... or on Instagram @greengirlblueplanet. Rona Shirdan is a children's author and book coach. Visit https://www.ronashirdan.com/.

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⭐️ GIVEAWAY TIME! ⭐️ We’re just ONE WEEK from our big, history-making #PBRisingStars announcement, so let’s celebrate with 4 incredible picture books from past mentors! 📚✨ To enter: 1️⃣ Follow us on Bluesky 2️⃣ Like this post 3️⃣ Tag a friend (1 tag = 1 entry!) Winner announced on 10/30 with our big news!

I'll be there Saturday 10-12 and I'd love to see you!

✨ Ready to get published? Download the free 12 x 12 Guide to Getting Out of Your Own Way So You Can Get Published → buff.ly/7LP2GsQ #12x12PB #kidlit

Do you love the darker side of kidlit? ✍️ If so, check out Episode 8, Tools for Gripping Horror! 🛠️ The episode sneakily appears on Apple Podcasts a few days early. It's not a trick 👻 but there are plenty of treats in this episode! linktr.ee/kdzpodcast #KidLit #KDZPodcast #WritingCommunity

KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast Episode 7 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... Thanks for listening, commenting, & sharing! @kdzpodcast.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitchat

Tools for Dynamic Nonfiction (KidLit Writing Tips)

Podcast Episode · The KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast · 09/30/2025 · 7m

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Hola friends, do you have 7 minutes? The KDZ crew had a blast discussion writing tools for nonfiction in this month’s episode of the #kidlitdeconstructionzone podcast. Check out our shorter ep, show notes, & resources! youtu.be/izuaAZHBgtU?... @kdzpodcast.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitchat

Tools for Dynamic Nonfiction (KidLit Writing Tips)

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Hey all! A quick update from the @kdzpodcast.bsky.social crew on episodes moving forward. youtu.be/Kh7wtN75ExE?... Next up…Episode 7 on Nonfiction drops 9/30!

KDZ Crew Footnote: Season 1 Update

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#KidLit writers, is your funny bone feeling a little out of alignment? Are you stuck giving dad jokes in your MS? Check out ep 6 of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone podcast to add some humor to your story. Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/46jxhyr YouTube: bit.ly/4p7B21j (with @kdzpodcast.bsky.social)

Hey #KidLitChat, if you have 15 min, check out a KidLit Deconstruction Zone podcast episodes? Our first 5 eps cover story foundations, writing tips, & book talks! ➡️ bit.ly/40Obwnt Let @kdzpodcast.bsky.social know what topics/books you’d like to see! (Posted w/permission: @gregpincus.bsky.social)

Story Foundations - YouTube

This playlist covers the basics of what makes a strong story. Episodes created by the KDZ crew hosts Mel, Morgan, and Rona from the KidLit Deconstruction Zon...

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😍💫✨Feeling lucky! My editor offered to send an extra early copy of SPARKLES FOR SUNNY so I could see for the first time! It’s all so GORGEOUS!!!💖 See sparklesforsunny.com for how to pre-order author-signed copies with special swag by 12/2/25! @penguinkids.bsky.social #ThaiMyPhuong

You don’t need permission to tell the story that’s on your heart. #amwriting #writingcommunity

In ep 3, over at the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social), we chat about making an impact with your story’s setting. ➡️ Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4kCxL7c ➡️ YouTube: bit.ly/4kheOqR Hosts: Mel Mwai, @morganlau.bsky.social, Rona Shirdan #KidLit #Writing #StoryCraft

Ten years ago Jason Reynolds wrote Soundtrack. Now a decade later, it comes to us entirely as an audiobook. Today, I talk with Jason and his producers about the logistics of such a huge project. #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/05/22/i...

“If you like my storytelling, this is your jam.” Jason Reynolds Goes All Audio with “Soundtrack”

Ten years ago Jason Reynolds wrote Soundtrack. Now a decade later, it comes to us entirely as an audiobook. I talk with Jason and his producers about the logistics of such a huge project.

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"I am trying to brainwash children into creating a world that's better than the one we're in right now. I want to give them a glimpse of that in the fantasy world I've created." 🔥 - Angie Thomas, SLJ Day of Dialog #kidlit

"Life and death is a cycle of life. We are all going to die but how do you live?"- Meg Medina, SLJ Day of Dialog That is something I have been embracing while I grieve my father. I have a lot of living to do. #kidlit

Howeeeeee! Y'all we gon' Pitch a Wang Dang Doodle ALL NIGHT LONG! I stepped away from the fun to once again extend the right hand of fellowship. Friday Fish Fry! Plates clatter Kinfolk gather Ol' Cane River shouts . . . Welcome to another Fish Fry Friday www.pamelacourtney.com/a-season-for...

Thank you @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social and the #pbparty judges for this honorable mention. I appreciate all the work that each of you do! Congrats to the finalist and all the honorable mentions! mindyalyseweiss.com/2025-pbparty... #kidlit

Tomorrow! Post your best for #KidLitArtPostcard Day Browse lovely illustrations, share praise, and make new connections. Learn more at: www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit #kidlitart