THE BATS ON THE BUS by Alison Jackson & illustrated by me, out now only from Christy Ottaviano Books & @littlebrownyr.bsky.social This one’s a spooky adaptation of the classic rhyme "The Wheels on the Bus" w/ a spooky cast & a twist! 🎃 Link in bio. Thanks! #summerween #halloween

I’m over the full moon to announce THE BATS ON THE BUS by Alison Jackson & illustrated by me, out TODAY only from @christyottavianobooks @littlebrownyr.bsky.social This one’s a spooky adaptation of the classic rhyme "The Wheels on the Bus."🎃 Link in bio. Thanks! #bookbirthday #summerween #halloween

Celebrate 100 years of rocketry with @chiaracolombi & me at @airandspace.bsky.social next Saturday (3/14)! 📖 Reading: Rocket Beams, Lunar Dreams 🎨 Live Draw-along 📍 DC Air & Space Museum 🕙 10:30, 11:30, 1:00 Stickers & activity sheets for the crew! 🌌

Stellar news! 🚀 Amazon named Rocket Ship Solo Trip a Best Book of February (Ages 0-2)! Out today, this adventurous gem by @chiaracolombi.com is a must-have for every little explorer’s first bookshelf. 🌙‍🚀 Grab your copy at the link in bio! 📚 @penguinkids.bsky.social

There’s no place like Gnome’s for the holidays! Wishing you and yours a merry Christmas and the best and birdiest for 2026. 🎄 #merrychristmaseveryone #merrychristmas #merrychristmas2025 #theresnoplacelikegnomes #happyholidays @penguinkids

I had a blast chatting with Stephanie on the KidLit Love podcast! She’s such a gifted interviewer. We talked about my new book, THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE GNOME’S, plus color palettes and my journey through 40 books. Give it a listen, link in bio. 🍄 #KidLit #PictureBooks #GnomeLife

I had a blast chatting with Stephanie on the KidLit Love podcast! She’s such a gifted interviewer. We talked about my new book, THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE GNOME’S, plus color palettes and my journey through 40 books. Give it a listen! 🍄📚 #KidLit #PictureBooks #GnomeLife

Remembering Rescue today. More than a beloved service dog; inspiration to all touched by his story. He looked after Jessica w unwavering loyalty, also connected our whole team. Deeply missed. Celebration of life 2/7 @bpl.boston.gov. Link in bio. @candlewickpress.bsky.social @neads-wcsd.bsky.social

📚🤩Superstar @scottymagoon.bsky.social is an amazing #kidlit author/illustrator. His ability to tap into what kids like is outstanding. He can deftly switch between simple cartoons & more realistic approaches 🗣️🎨Join us LIVE for artmaking & chat Thurs, 6pm ET on Instagram! #kidlitart #illustration

SAVE THE DATES!!! December is here. Get cozy and settle in for some ridiculously talented guests for Gab ‘n’ Doodle on insta. #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlit #kidlitillustrators #kidlitartists @scottymagoon.bsky.social @gordoncjamesart.bsky.social @nicolaslater.bsky.social

Wherever you’re gathering today—a big table, small table, or a little hotel like Gnome’s—I hope it’s filled with warmth, laughter, good music and good company. Here’s to full hearts, full plates, and being together. 
 Happy Thanksgiving! #thanksgiving2025 #thanksgiving #theresnoplacelikegnomes

Happy Halloween! 🦇 Sneak peek at BATS ON THE BUS by Alison Jackson, ill. by me! This "Wheels On The Bus" reimagining has monsters (vamps, mummies, ghosts) on a school bus. They've got a ticket to rise! Next Halloween (2026) from @christyottavianobooks @littlebrownyoungreaders Happy spooky season!

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Congrats to Lit Fest alums @painternik.bsky.social & @scottymagoon.bsky.social! LOVE STAYS STRONG, written Paula Schneider & illustrated by Nicole, is about the strength of a family's love. Scott’s THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE GNOME’s presents a loving example of a community supporting each other.

There’s gnome telling who you’ll meet on tour! Link in bio for more info about my There’s No Place Like Gnome’s picture book and the ongoing Gnome Sweet Gnome tour! @penguinkids.bsky.social #GnomeSweetGnomeTour #theresnoplacelikegnomes #fairyhousetour #oldemystickvillage #kidlit #picturebooks

Portsmouth = pure fairytale magic yesterday 🍄✨ Read There’s No Place Like Gnome’s @ the Fairy House Tour+ signed books w the fine folks at G. Willikers. Thanks to Jody & co. for the warm welcome! Signed copies of Gnome’s, Rocket Ship series, + Breathe in stock. 💛 @penguinkids.bsky.social

✨🔺 Next stop on the Gnome Sweet Gnome tour! 🔺✨ Saturday at 11 AM, join me The Silver Unicorn in Acton, MA & Sunday at 1 G. Willikers in Portsmouth, NH for a reading and book talk for my brand new picture book, THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE GNOME’S! Link in bio for more info. @penguinkids.bsky.social

Stop #2 on the Gnome Sweet Gnome Tour! ✨ Shared There’s No Place Like Gnomes @anunlikelystory with a warm crowd—reading, digital drawing demo, & fan art! Thanks Maddie & Lynda + meganlitwinbooks.bsky.social & Krystal for photos. Next up: G. Willikers & Silver Unicorn! 🍄💛 @penguinkids.bsky.social

🔺 Next stop on the Gnome Sweet Gnome tour! 🔺 This Sunday at 3 PM, join me @anunlikelystory for a reading & book talk for my new picture book, THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE GNOME'S! I can’t wait; hope to see you! Link in bio for more info. @penguinkids.bsky.social #TheresNoPlaceLikeGnomes

🍄✨ Book birthday! My new picture book There’s No Place Like Gnome’s (Viking) is out today! Gnome runs a hotel 4 animals—when forest disappears, can there be room for everyone? A tale of community, nature & magic. 📚 Hope you’ll check it! @penguinkids.bsky.social #TheresNoPlaceLikeGnomes #KidLit

A gnome-believable kickoff to the Gnome Sweet Gnome Tour @Whitelam Books ! 🎉 Hats, storytime, digital drawing, Q&A, and even gnome cake. 🍄🎂 Truly gnome place like gnome. Thanks @joshfunkbooks.bsky.social for Timelapse! #TheresNoPlaceLikeGnomes

🔺✨Gnome Sweet Gnome @whitelambooks.bsky.social! This Saturday at 3 PM in Reading, MA—join me to celebrate my new picture book THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE GNOME'S! Reading, Q&A, digital drawing demo, refreshments + free gnome hats & stickers (while supplies last). First tour stop! 🔺✨@penguinkids

Seven days until my newest picture book, There's No Place Like Gnome's, is out! It's a story about community and belonging. Preorder your copy now to get it on 9/9/25 from @penguinkids. Link in bio! #TheresNoPlaceLikeGnomes #KidLit #PictureBook #Gnome

Exciting news: art from There’s No Place Like Gnome’s is in the Society of Illustrators’ Original Art Show this fall in NYC! 🌳🍄This book’s all about community & belonging. Stop by the Society and say hi to Gnome! 💌 #OriginalArtShow #SOI

Can you bear to wait? Just a couple weeks until my new book THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE GNOME’S opens its doors on 9/9 from me and @penguinkids ! 🍄 Pre-orders make a big difference—reserve your stay now via the link in bio! More to come? You gnome it! 🔺 #TheresNoPlaceLikeGnomes
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The Gnome Sweet Gnome Tour is nearly here! 🍄 This fall I’ll be out celebrating my latest picture book—THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE GNOME’S (Viking @penguinkids.bsky.social) —with stops at indie bookstores in New England. Details: scottmagoon.com/tourdates Hope to see you out there! Let’s get gnoming. 🍄✨

COVER REVEAL! Thrilled to share the cover of my new picture book There’s No Place Like Gnome’s, coming from Viking on 9.9.25. A story about small gnomes making a big difference—for each other & for the wild places they call home. Pre-orders make a real impact—link in my bio to to reserve a copy! 🔺

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An Amazon Best Book of the Year So Far! Congratulations to @chiaracolombi.com @penguinkids.bsky.social —and thank you, Amazon editors. More info via link in bio. 🚀🌙

Epic visit with @fm_schools in NY! Incredible student artwork everywhere—LINUS, ROCKET SHIP, EXTINCTS and more brought to life with heart, humor & imagination. Huge thanks to students, staff, @riversendbooks & @AuthorsUnbound. Book a visit next school year? Link in bio! #authorvisit

Feeling much gratitude & amazement—check out this incredible drawing of characters from my graphic novel The Extincts by the talented Jorry Nadger! 💥🦣 Martie, Ursa, Quito, Scratch, Lug—& even Sal the tiger salamander—are here & ready 4 action. Thanks for bringing them to life & sharing w us, Jorryn!