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Whitney Leopard

@whitleopard.bsky.social

| 100% That Weird Aunt | Executive Editor at http://rhkidsgraphic.com & Ink Pop | 🐾cat-mom to Eleanor & Jude🐾 | twin of Bones | sometimes teacher | more info at https://www.whitneyleopard.com/ |

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Publishers Weekly@publisherswkly.bsky.social · 6mo ago

On April 21, debut author Kat Schneider (r.) celebrated the launch of her YA graphic novel, Someday Perfect (Random House Graphic), at Lofty Pigeon Books in Brooklyn’s Kensington neighborhood. Joining Schneider at the event was Whitney Leopard (l.), executive editor at RH Graphic and Ink Pop. (RHCB)

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Whitney Leopard@whitleopard.bsky.social · last yr.

Had some feelings this morning when I realized it’s been over two years since I lost an adored cousin, and a beloved friend within 6 months of each other. I feel like my world got a bit duller 2023…and some mornings are just harder than others. How are these two people gone? I miss them.

Kelly Lynne D’Angelo ✨@kellylynnedang.bsky.social · last yr.

he was Native American too: Comanche. freaking TIRED of us being one of the highest statistics to succumb to homicide. "U.S. DOJ report: From 1992–2002, the rate of violent crime against Natives aged 25–34 years was more than 2.5 times the rate for all people of the same age."

Aubrey@aubrey.northsky.social · last yr.

Jonathan Joss--voice actor of John Redcorn from King of the Hill, and Ken Hotate from Parks and Rec--was killed in a homophobic hate crime today. I'm so angry.

Statement from Tristan Kern de Gonzales Husband of Jonathan Joss My husband Jonathan Joss and I were involved in a shooting while checking the mail at the site of our former home. That home was burned down after over two years of threats from people in the area who repeatedly told us they would set it on fire. We reported these threats to law enforcement multiple times and nothing was done. Throughout that time we were harassed regularly by individuals who made it clear they did not accept our relationship. Much of the harassment was openly homophobic. When we returned to the site to check our mail we discovered the skull of one of our dogs and its harness placed in clear view. This caused both of us severe emotional distress. We began yelling and crying in response to the pain of what we saw. While we were doing this a man approached us. He started yelling violent homophobic slurs at us. He then raised a gun from his lap and fired. Jonathan and I had no weapons. We were not threatening anyone. We were grieving. We were standing side by side. When the man fired Jonathan pushed me out of the way. He saved my life. Jonathan is my husband. He gave me more love in our time together than most people ever get. We were newlyweds. We picked Valentines Day. We were in the process of looking for a trailer and planning our future. He was murdered by someone who could not stand the sight of two men loving each other. I was with him when he passed. I told him how much he was loved. To everyone who supported him, his fans, his friends, know that he valued you deeply. He saw you as family. My focus now is on protecting Jonathan’s legacy and honoring the life we built together. If your concern is how someone coped with trauma or how loudly they speak when recounting injustice and being ignored by authorities then you never truly cared about my husband. Jonathan saved my life. I will carry that forward. I will protect what he built. Tristan Kern de Gonzales
Whitney Leopard@whitleopard.bsky.social · 2y ago

Our family continues to be so grateful to everyone, seriously, in a time where there is just constant horrible news its all the love and support from this community that makes every day a little easier. Really appreciate all of you and thank you for continuing to spread the word! gofund.me/93554ea7

Bones Leopard@leopardbones.bsky.social · 2y ago

I want to thank everyone who had donated and shared the gofundme around! (Link in bio) we're at 40% and the bills have started coming in! So please keep helping us by spreading the word and donating if you can! www.gofundme.com/f/help-cindy...

Whitney Leopard@whitleopard.bsky.social · 2y ago

We are nearly to 40% on GoFundMe and just continue to be blown away by all the love and support our Mom has been getting! (By support, I don’t mean this photo which shows her grandkids completely demolishing her in Mario Kart) Seriously, thank you for sharing and just thank you!

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Whitney Leopard@whitleopard.bsky.social · 2y ago

Earlier this month my mom was injured (broken ankle, shattered knee) - unfortunately she had just relocated and was job hunting so she is uninsured. If you can, I would greatly appreciate everyone who can spread the word on the GoFundMe that we’ve (her kids) launched for: gofund.me/dc9c0207

Whitney Leopard@whitleopard.bsky.social · 2y ago

Wanted to give an update and a thanks to all those that continue to share & support my mom’s GoFundMe - she’s mastering the walker and can move pretty well (for a little while). I’ve also gotten her back on Great British Bake Off. The road is long & we’re grateful for all of you (and baking shows)

Mom using her walker and swearing at me in her head because I strongly encouraged that she do so
Whitney Leopard@whitleopard.bsky.social · 2y ago

Earlier this month my mom was injured (broken ankle, shattered knee) - unfortunately she had just relocated and was job hunting so she is uninsured. If you can, I would greatly appreciate everyone who can spread the word on the GoFundMe that we’ve (her kids) launched for: gofund.me/dc9c0207

Whitney Leopard@whitleopard.bsky.social · 2y ago

We’ve received so much love and support and I just want to thank you all - seriously!! My mom is in awe and she continues to get stronger every day. We know it is a long journey but having so many people rooting for her makes it easier. ♥️

Whitney Leopard@whitleopard.bsky.social · 2y ago

Earlier this month my mom was injured (broken ankle, shattered knee) - unfortunately she had just relocated and was job hunting so she is uninsured. If you can, I would greatly appreciate everyone who can spread the word on the GoFundMe that we’ve (her kids) launched for: gofund.me/dc9c0207

Whitney Leopard@whitleopard.bsky.social · 2y ago

Earlier this month my mom was injured (broken ankle, shattered knee) - unfortunately she had just relocated and was job hunting so she is uninsured. If you can, I would greatly appreciate everyone who can spread the word on the GoFundMe that we’ve (her kids) launched for: gofund.me/dc9c0207

Donate to Help Cindy's Medical Recovery, organized by Bones Leopard

Hi, my name is Bones Leopard, and I’m starting this GoFundMe with the support of my siblin… Bones Leopard needs your support for Help Cindy's Medical Recovery

gofund.me

Whitney Leopard@whitleopard.bsky.social · 2y ago

Did y’all know that RH Graphic officially turns 5 in January?? Can’t believe it’s been five years since we launched but what an amazing five years with so many great books!!

Children's B🎃🎃kshelf@pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social · 2y ago

Publishers at Penguin Young Readers’ Kokila, Make Me a World from Random House Children’s Books, Norton Young Readers, and Random House Graphic shared with PW celebrating their imprint's five-year anniversaries and what’s ahead www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...