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SURPRISE! I had the opportunity to illustrate the debut picture book of Eagles QB and MVP, Jalen Hurts! Better Than A Touchdown is set to release March 2026! As always, thanks @ksonnack.bsky.social and the team at Flamingo for making this opportunity happen! 🥰

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Bid, people, bid! It's a charitable contribution AND an investment in your writing career!

🌟Don’t sleep on this unique opportunity for a TWO HOUR virtual picture book group critique! Dare I call it a PB master critique with my agency sis, Kelly Sonnack! Please bid and help us fund 1 more year of fellowship and mentorship to future publishing individuals within Literary Agents of Change!🌟

🎨 Spotlight on @michellewemegah.bsky.social Michelle's Illustrator Page Michelle is represented by @ksonnack.bsky.social and is interested in illustrating graphic novels and black & white interiors.

⚠️ Time to pull out your pocketbooks! I have FIVE spots available in my TWO HOUR virtual critique group for picture book authors (or author-illusrators). This is a great chance to get one-on-one care for your WIP. Please bid! Or share! Or both! www.32auctions.com/organization...

We know, we know...144 items?! It's a lot to go through, so we're here to help you out 😉 Check out the thread below for some awesome suggestions and get bidding at the link in our bio! #literarycommunity #publishing #amwriting

The Auction for Change is live - great items to bid on here with proceeds going to an amazing organization that is sponsoring important programs in our community. 💜 ❤️ 💛 Please share!

🎉COVER REVEAL!🎉 BECAUSE OF YOU, I’M A SISTER written by Jen Fier Jasinski comes out 2.10.26! A celebration of becoming a big sister! Preorder: www.rhcbooks.com/books/769153 Many thanks to @jenfierjasinski.com , @ksonnack.bsky.social , and the team at @randomhousekids.bsky.social !

So happy to formally share that I'm agented by the lovely @ksonnack.bsky.social from ABLA 🥹✨

There are FOUR SPOTS available in this 2-hour picture book group critique with Executive Agent @ksonnack.bsky.social‬ of Andrea Brown Literary Agency! Each author will bring 1 manuscript for group critique & guidance from Kelly herself. Place your bids starting JUNE 16! #amwriting #picturebooks

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! True story, I still cut my kids’ hair. 🫣 I love drawing silly kids, grumpy animals and wacky situations. For more of my work: lisachowart.com To work together: Kelly Sonnack @ksonnack.bsky.social with @andreabrownlit.bsky.social #kidlitart

Check it out!! @venessakelley.bsky.social’s WHEN THE TIDES HELD THE MOON is in the New York Times Books section! "A lushly illustrated historical romance . . . This book is a charming fable — an elemental dance of fire and water." ―The New York Times Book Review www.nytimes.com/2025/04/30/b...

Just to love, and be loved in return Marker, ink pen, colored pencil #art

Thank you @weareteachers.bsky.social for including A BOOK OF MAPS FOR YOU in your Best of April 2025 list! @maxwelleaton.bsky.social and I also hope "Kids will want to create their own maps after reading this one!" www.weareteachers.com/april-new-bo...

Marginalized creators! Polish up those manuscripts, #DVPit returns October 2025 on bluesky with over 40 participating agents and editors! #booksky #writersky

Now is the time. Pick your fight.

For Rocks’ Journey it was a treat to research different time periods the rocks would be eroding through. Rock erosion happens over millions of years! Rocks’ Journey is written by Sally M. Walker and published by mit Kids Press and @candlewickpress.bsky.social

Happy Birthday Rocks and Rivers!! These beautiful board books are out now!

Hey hey #portfolioday! My name is Dominique and I am an illustrator and designer. Past clients include Netflix, Walmart, Delta Air Lines, and Penguin Random House 🌵www.dominiqueramsey.com 🌵[email protected]

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🎨 This weeks illustrator spotlight highlights @mikelawred.bsky.social Mike is repped by @ksonnack.bsky.social and is interested in illustrating picture books, black and white interiors, graphic novels, and nonfiction. Mike's illustrator Page Get Spotlights in Your Inbox

🎨 This weeks illustrator spotlight @elyjenna.bsky.social Jenn is represented by @ksonnack.bsky.social and is interested in illustrating picture books and nonfiction. Jenn's Illustrator Page Get Spotlights in Your Inbox

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! It’s recital season! I love illustrating kids, environments, textures and nuanced emotions. 😂😳😰 To see my work: lisachowart.com To work together: Kelly Sonnack @ksonnack.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social ⭐️Break a leg!⭐️

St. Patrick's Day is on Monday! THE LUCKY DAY is the 3rd book in Lourdes Heuer SEASHELL KEY series(illustrated by me). Will the kids find a pot of gold or run into more mischief? Preorder your copy to find out! 💚🍀🐰 @lourdesheuer.bsky.social @carynwiseman.bsky.social @ksonnack.bsky.social

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! Rep'd by @ksonnack.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

Hey #KidLitArtPostcard!!! 🎨 I’m Jenny, an author & illustrator of kids books. ✨repped by @ksonnack.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social www.JennyAbooks.com #kidlit #kidlitart

Heyyooo #Kidlitpostcard! My name is Dominique and I illustrate childrens books. I am represented by @ksonnack.bsky.social at Andrea Brown Literacy. 🌵 www.dominiqueramsey.com/book-illustration 📧 [email protected]

🎨 This weeks illustrator spotlight highlights @jennyabooks.bsky.social Jenny is represented by @ksonnack.bsky.social and is interested in illustrating picture books, graphic novels, chapter books, early readers, and covers. Jenny's Illustrator Page Get Spotlights in your Inbox!

🎨 This weeks illustrator spotlight highlights @euqinimodart.bsky.social Dominique is repped by @ksonnack.bsky.social and is interested in illustrating picture books, nonfiction, and covers. Dominique's Illustrator Page Get Spotlights in Your Inbox

The emotions are overwhelming. To be able to work with these agents every day has been a gift. And for them to put their faith in me as their new leader - it doesn't feel like this can be my Real Job. I feel incredibly lucky and excited to guide this agency into its next chapter. xoxox 🥹

I recently was made aware of these Digital Safety Snacks on PEN's website and they are fantastic. Bookmark and share!! pen.org/digital-safe...

Happy #MSWL day!! I’m Analía, an associate agent at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social. It’s hard to choose one dream project (I want it all!!), but here are some elements +/or vibes I would love to read! open to PB, MG, and YA ✨ see more here: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/analia-cabello/

Happy #MSWL Day, everyone! I am a literary agent at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social and looking to fill a few spots on my list. You can find my updated wishlist here: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/sa... - Adult Romance and Science Fiction - Middle Grade Fiction - Graphic Novels in all categories

Happy #MSWL Day, writers! If you see your book in my next few posts, please query me via my Query Manager link (querymanager.com/query/LauraR...). You can include #MSWL in the referral line. Please note that I am closed to PB submissions, unless you are referred by a client or close associate.

Happy #MSWL day! I'm Paige Terlip at the @andreabrownlit.bsky.social. I rep PB to YA, as well as adult fiction, & platform-based nonfiction. I'm proud to represent award-winning & NYT-bestselling authors! Please note: I'm closed to PB, CB, & MG queries except for referrals/conference attendees. 1/6

It’s #KidLitArtPostCard day today! Boy time flies. You can find more of my work on www.Emanuelwiemans.com I’m represented for books by @ksonnack.bsky.social

Happening tomorrow!!! ✨💜

Congratulations to @tatianagardel.bsky.social, recipient of the Pura Belpré Honor for Illustration for ABUELO, THE SEA, AND ME

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I'm over the moon to see that LIFE AFTER WHALE won the Sibert Medal! I fell in love with this manuscript years ago and still get teary each time I read it. Bravo Lynn Brunelle and @jasonchin.bsky.social - this book is such a beauty. So deserving!

ALA award announcement day is here! The kids and I are watching - are you?! www.ala.unikron.com

Happy Tuesday friends!! 🦋 I reimagined the famous board game Clue characters, I think they would make a really funny, mystery-solving gang! Missing cookies? Too many bees around the neighbourhood? Smelly socks showing up everywhere?! The Clue Kids are on the case! #kidlit #kidlitart