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Calling all UNAGENTED picture book writers! THE @ritalorraine.bsky.social may be your future #pbrisingstars mentor! With 20 yrs of teaching experience and 2 phenomenal PBs (4 coming soon), Rita is a wealth of information & inspiration! Check out her full wishlist here: www.pbrisingstars.com/rita

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It’s time for another #PBRisingStars mentor spotlight 😎😎😎 If you’re an AGENTED or UNAGENTED ILLO or AUTHOR/ILLO, this one is for YOU! Meet the incredibly talented Aya Ghanameh, who really does it as as a PB creator. Explore her wishlist here: www.pbrisingstars.com/aya

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Starting this day off strong with a #pbrisingstars spotlight and it's the amazing @monicamancillas.bsky.social! If you're an UNAGENTED, BIPOC writer wanting guidance in shaping your stories and making them sing with lyricism, depth, and heart, then Mónica is your girl! www.pbrisingstars.com/monica

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Before you turn your attention to the Big Game, let us tell you about another one of our ALL STAR mentors: @shanakeller.bsky.social! UNAGENTED creators passionate about history + bringing magic/whimsy to their work should have Shana HIGH on their mentor lists www.pbrisingstars.com/shana

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What better way to start the week than with another #mentorspotlight! Today it’s @rajanilarocca.bsky.social, who is next level when it comes to writing across genres, centering science in the narrative, and leading with heart. Check out her mentor page today! www.pbrisingstars.com/rajani

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Today’s #mentorspotlight is all about @marziehabbas.bsky.social! A 3x PBRS mentor, she’s open to UNAGENTED writers devoted to improving their craft. If you love lyrical language + playing with structure, Marzieh is for you! Check out her mentee wish list here: www.pbrisingstars.com/marzieh

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UNAGENTED or AGENTED ⭐️BIPOC ILLOS & AUTHOR-ILLOS ⭐️ This one is for you! Shamar Knight-Justice is back as a #PBRisingStars mentor, and he’s eager to work with an artist across mediums to bring unique characters and stories to life. check out his profile RIGHT NOW! www.pbrisingstars.com/shamar

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Another day, another #mentorspotlight! This time we’re shining a light on Alliah Agostini, an award winning author who centers truth, joy and representation in all of her stories. She’s looking for an UNAGENTED or AGENTED PB author to work with - so why not YOU? www.pbrisingstars.com/alliah

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Our favorite time of day: #MentorSpotlight! UNAGENTED writers, this one is for YOU. @angelaphamkrans.bsky.social is the queen of writing stories that will grab your heart, hold your hand, and take you on an adventure. Check out her full Mentor profile below! www.pbrisingstars.com/angela

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UNAGENTED picture book writers — have you met @jmorerabooks.bsky.social?! She’s a #PBRisingStars mentor this year, and if you’re looking to elevate your craft and put together a fire query package, Jackie wants to work with YOU! Check out her mentor profile: www.pbrisingstars.com/jackie

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Spread the word! Natasha Triplett is a #PBRisingStars mentor this year, and if you’re an UNAGENTED writer who loves familial storytelling, she could the perfect mentor for you! Check out her mentor profile here, and register for #MeetTheMentors on Feb 25! www.pbrisingstars.com/natashatripp...

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Did yall know @lkblackburne.bsky.social is back as a #PBRisingStars mentor this year?!?! 🔥 She’s looking to work with AGENTED writers who are ready to take the next step in their career. If that sounds like YOU, you better apply to work with her! 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾 www.pbrisingstars.com/livia

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YAY! Jyoti Rajan Gopal is a #PBRisingStars mentor this year, and if you’re an UNAGENTED or AGENTED writer who wants to work on craft + get to the heart of your story, Jyoti is the one for you! Check out her mentor profile + register for #MeetTheMentors on Feb 25! www.pbrisingstars.com/jyoti

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Happy Sunday, writing fam!! Today we’re highlighting 3x PBRS mentor @anneappert.bsky.social! Are you an UNAGENTED illo OR author-illo bringing a flair for humor to the table/who is looking to build out a bomb portfolio? Anne got you! Check out their mentor profile: www.pbrisingstars.com/anne

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Today’s #PBRisingStars mentor spotlight is all about Ruth Forman! A standout writer and Poet, Ruth is open to UNAGENTED or AGENTED PB writers. If you’re looking to up your revision game and hone your poetic voice, Ruth is for you! ⭐️check out her mentor page here ⭐️ www.pbrisingstars.com/ruth

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EXTRA EXTRA — READ ALL ABOUT IT! The great Ana Siqueira is mentoring this summer with #PBRisingStars ⭐️⭐️⭐️! Whether AGENTED or UNAGENTED, if you’re bringing the funny, Ana wants to hear from you! Check out her mentor profile and wishlist here: www.pbrisingstars.com/ana

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UNAGENTED artists and author-illos — this is for you! The immensely talented @michellejingchan.bsky.social is back as a #PBRisingStars mentor, and we’re THRILLED! If you’re a 🏳️‍🌈 or BIPOC artist, she especially wants to see your app. Check out her mentor profile 👉🏾: www.pbrisingstars.com/michelle

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Our next mentor needs no introduction — it’s the INCREDIBLE Laura Gehl!! With more than 50 published titles to her name, Laura certainly knows a thing or two about this industry. And she wants to share her knowledge with an AGENTED or UNAGENTED mentee!! Learn more 👇🏾: www.pbrisingstars.com/laura

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I've been binge-listening a new podcast from @kirstenwlarson.bsky.social So excellent! Great episodes already with @buffysilverman.bsky.social @nchurnin.bsky.social @bandersonwriter.bsky.social @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social @nellcrossbeckerman.bsky.social kerman

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I’ll be open to queries in Feb. MSWL Below. I’m always open to diverse voices, especially from the Queer Community. I use Query Manager. The link will go live on Feb 1 and be disabled on Feb 28 @ 5pm. #kidlit #kidlitart #WritingCommunity #PB #MG #YA #GN #Adult

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Open to queries until February 28th 5pm CST querytracker.net/query/PageTu...

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Aww, thank you for posting! That means the world to me. So honored for this privilege to share stories and art with students! ❤️

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Our weekly big list of kid lit links is up (Jan 7): www.kidlit411.com/2025/02/the-... Inside: @pbrisingstars.bsky.social mentors announced, Writing Humor, How to Pull off a Plot Twist, more. Thanks @sydneydunlap.bsky.social & @heidieys.bsky.social for the PB & MG giveaways.

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It's TODAY! We've been dying to share the '25 #PBRisingStars Mentor class, and now we finally can! Shoutout to @kidlit411.bsky.social for hosting our BIG announcement! Click to see who the TWENTY-NINE incredible mentors are, each excited to help YOU chase your publishing dreams! bit.ly/25Mentors

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Hello, friends! I have some health issues shared with a few but that impact me greatly. This has nothing to do with any political stance or anything. This is because of pre-existing conditions. I am trying to boost when I can and do what I can. Let me know if you need anything from me.

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Scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention were ordered to withdraw any pending publications, at any scientific journal, that mention terms such as “transgender,” “immigrant,” “L.G.B.T.” or “pregnant people.”

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🎺 HEAR, YE! 🎺 Keep your eyes out for the cover of SIR CALLIE 4, flying in 2/21/25 to the fabulous @lgbtqreads.bsky.social ! It's truly a triumphant finale! @randomhousekids.bsky.social @katesheridanart.bsky.social

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Great to join @pbrisingstars.bsky.social for their Ice Cream Social! Music, games, chat, tips, #KidLit community. Thank you @ebonylynnmudd.bsky.social, Kailei Pew, @laylafallah.bsky.social & @booksbytrenise.bsky.social🍦📚 ✨

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I just watched a rabbit steal a clover outside of my yard. Not sad.

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how are they gonna write bills without pronouns?

submitted 33 days ago • 1 comment

Hi, all. I am now She/He/They. Can't take messing up, correcting, hiding from parents/students, hiding from family, hiding from everyone. This is a new time/need to watch out for myself at my job and everywhere else for the next four years. Please respect protecting my household.

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Still trying to get the hang of being here and caring about social media at all. If you are #12x12, #PBRisingStars, etc, I will follow back.

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I'm offering a picture book critique (rhyming or non-rhyming) in the Kidlit For Los Angeles auction. Check it out and bid if you're interested! Lots of other great items, too. www.32auctions.com/organization...

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Have you read this one yet? Also by E.B. Goodale is an absolute treasure. Reading this book first thing in the morning was such a great way to start my day! 📚👍

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GAH! Only 2 DAYS until #12x12PB opens! The countdown continues thru 1/9. Today's prize is your choice of 1 of 5 dancing-themed #picturebooks by a 12 x 12 member. To win, share your favorite PB featuring dancing. #kidlit #kidlitart #writingcommunity #amwriting

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Does anyone think Dick Van Dyke won't pass until Julie Andrews does or is it just me? I think their friendship surpasses time.

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Only 6 DAYS left until #12x12PB opens! The countdown continues thru 1/9. To win today's prize - a 12 x 12 mug to cradle the hot beverage of your choice, comment before midnight ET and tell us - are you a coffee or a tea person? #kidlit #kidlitart #picturebooks #amwriting

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🍦✨ Calling all aspiring picture book authors and illustrators! Join us for our Third Annual Virtual Ice Cream Social on Tuesday, January 28th from 8-9:30 PM Eastern! Connect with the co-directors, meet past mentees, get insider tips on applying to the program + more! Register at pbrisingstars.com

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Liz Cheney responds to Trump latest. Bravo.

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We are open for #submissions for Issue 10: An Ekphrasis Adventure! This one has 2 submission periods, starting with artwork subs until Feb 1st. Send us your #kidlitart on any theme or subject. We are looking for a wide range of styles to serve as inspiration for this issue's writing!

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