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Winner Announcement 9/22/23

Congratulations to Shaunda Wenger you are the winner of the double giveaway from Rachel S. Hobbs! Thank you so much for being on the blog, Rachel, and letting me help you celebrate the release of you ...

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Applications are opening SOON for a 1:1 #kidlit mentorship program with published authors! Study craft ✅ Polish Manuscripts ✅ Develop confidence ✅ ✨After the 3-month mentorship is over, mentees can participate in an AGENT/EDITOR showcase to pitch their work! ✨ kidlitfirefly.com/meet-the-men...

Inside #KidlitFirefly is Firefly Cove: our warm, no-drama hub for kidlit creators. Just real support, real resources, and people who help you glow. Come find your people → mighty-kidlit.mn.co/plans/191528... 🌟 Mentorship apps opens Aug 1st — get ready to glow! #kidlit

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Get full access to Workshops, Agent/Editor Events, Submissions, Mentoring, Coaching, Guest Critiques, and so much more!

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The Mighty KIDLIT FIREFLY MENTORSHIP Are you an unpublished PB writer? JOIN TODAY for a small monthly fee Mentee Applications open Aug 1-10 If chosen, start Sept-Nov shorturl.at/M5d7r @ziemkemichele.bsky.social @sueleopold.bsky.social @drenderturmaud.bsky.social @joycekay.bsky.social

✨ Applications are OPENING SOON for our Mentorship Program! ✨ Our Firefly Mentors are here to light the way — ✨ Applications open August 1-10 Apply now and start shining at Kidlit Firefly! Learn more on our companion website at www.kidlitfirefly.com #kidlit Requires membership for only $28 a month

THE Mighty KIDLIT FIREFLY MENTORSHIP Are you an unpublished PB writer? JOIN TODAY for a small monthly fee Mentee Applications open Aug 1st If chosen, start Sept-Nov! shorturl.at/M5d7r @ziemkemichele.bsky.social @sueleopold.bsky.social @mightykidlit.bsky.social @drenderturmaud.bsky.social

Hi! Rob Sanders and I are teaching an advanced Picture Book class in Fort Lauderdale in October! Spread the word!

You can’t miss this opportunity for a 1:1 Mentorship on KidLit Firefly! Meet the mentors on KidlitFirefly.com and join our amazing community by scanning the QR code below! The community also has monthly submissions, workshops, and a supportive community that feels like family!

THE FALL FIREFLY MENTORSHIP Are you an unpublished PB writer? Join for a chance to be mentored by me or others by August 1st for a small monthly fee. shorturl.at/M5d7r @ziemkemichele.bsky.social @sueleopold.bsky.social @mightykidlit.bsky.social @drenderturmaud.bsky.social #FallFireflyMentorTeam

Congratulations to @ellenmeeker241.bsky.social ! She is the winner of the TAKE 5 Giveaway! She wins either a signed copy of IMPERFECTLY PERFECT POSEY or an AMA Zoom with @lizziebrooks.bsky.social! Lizzie will reach out to arrange your prize!

🎨 Illustrator spotlight on Renée Kurilla! Renée is repped by Jen Rofé and is interested in illustrating picture books, black and white interiors, and graphic novels. For more of Renée's portfolio, check out her illustrator page. @reneekurilla.bsky.social @jenrofe.bsky.social

Eeee! Just got my illustrator copy of HILTON’S HOLIDAY! So exciting to see my artwork in print!

Check out these Author & Agent/Editor events! Free for Firefly members, but now available for non-members! $15 for Author Workshops $25 for Agent/Editor Events Cancel anytime. No guilt. When you're ready to connect, and get your work in front of agents and editors — they’re glowing for you.

Checkout these awesome events coming to KIDLIT FIREFLY! Free for KidLit Firefly members! $15 Author events for non-members $25 Agent/Editor for non-members! Learn more at KidLit Firefly! mighty-kidlit.mn.co/plans/191528...!

Happy #kidlitpostcard day everyone! I'm Danielle and I love illustrating fun and endearing stories. 🌟 Rep'd by Jessie Fitzgerald at Advocate Art 🌟 drawdani.com #kidlit #kidlitart

We all have our mountains to climb. But don’t forget to enjoy the view of the mountains too, because the journey is everything. 💜 #writingcommunity #kidlit

You’ll want to add these #kidlit books to your #tbr list. @laurenkerstein.bsky.social Lauren’s Substack post is right on. open.substack.com/pub/laurenhk...

Quick-Read Crafty Tips: Mental Health Awareness Month: You Matter

As a mental health clinician and an author whose North Star is to lift up others, help people feel seen, and add light to the world, I want to remind you:

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Do you believe that lifting up others helps us all shine brighter? If so, KIDLIT FIREFLY is seeking published authors and illustrators to mentor in the FALL 2026 for three months of sparkling guidance! kidlitfirefly.com for more details!

Something big is glowing here… KIDLIT FIREFLY believes that when we lift each other up, we not only shine, but sparkle like fireflies! ✨Mentorships ✨Coaching ✨Submission Opportunities ✨Big Why ✨SPARK goals ✨Marketing support ✨Firefly Cove Community Scan QR code or mighty-kidlit.mn.co/landing/

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I write and illustrate board books, picture books, readers, and comics. I love quirky characters and projects that let me show a range of emotions. Rep’d by Jamie Weiss Chilton, Andrea Brown Literary Agency. #kidlitillustration @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm an author-illustrator who enjoys illustrating expressive animals and funny scenes. I love working on board books, picture books, and early readers! 🎨: abicushman.com This mischievous mouse and rattled rabbit are from the book, THE QUIET FOREST.

Yay-it’s #KidLitArtPostcard Day!!! I’m Katie Mazeika, author and illustrator from Cleveland,Ohio. I’m open for new kidlit projects. Represented by Sorche Fairbank at Fairbank Literary Representation. ✨You can see more of my work at www.katiemazeika.com ✨

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I love collaborating to create memorable and beautiful art for picture books!

It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! Hello! I’m Amber Payne a children’s book author + illustrator. I love to work in a mix of traditional and digital styles. Currently available for publishing projects in both PB and MG! Seeking representation. #kidlitart #kidlit #anneofgreengables

Happy #Kidlitartpostcard Day! Hi! I'm Deb & I illustrate & write books for children! I love bringing stories to life with expressive, endearing characters. I am open to PBs, BBs, CBs & Activity Books. www.debjohnson.com #kidlitart #kidlit #picturebooks #childrensbookillustration #Illustrator

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m Olga, an author-illustrator who loves storytelling, humour, and creating adorable animals (and funny bugs!). Currently working on my picture-book dummies and open to collaborating on picture books & board books. Portfolio: www.olgakomashko.com

Big news! 🎉 Starting in June, Mighty Kidlit is spreading its wings and becoming KidLit Firefly. Let your work sparkle with a kidlit family you’ll never outgrow! I’m nearly done with a shiny new website where you can learn about our updated membership and find all the links. Stay tuned!

Today’s the day! To jump in, sign in your Mighty KidLit account and look for EVENTS in the menu. When you spot today’s event, hit that blue Zoom link and off you go to join the fun! Not a member? Join for free using the QR code at the bottom of the picture! See you all there! 😘

This week on my blog I discuss the types of refrains. word-painting.com/reviews amzn.to/4w3IyxO

Coming in May! More details coming soon!