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Forest of Reading @forestofreading.bsky.social · 7h

Without further ado, we are pleased to announce the Canadian books chosen for the 2026 #ForestofReading program. 🎉 There are so many incredible stories to dive into and we can’t wait for you to discover them all! Visit bit.ly/ForestNomine...

A turquoise Forest of Reading nominee announcement graphic with 90 book cover images. Text reads: “Congratulations to the 2026 Forest of Reading nominees! For the full nominated lists, visit forestofreading.com.”

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Nicole Wong @painternik.bsky.social · 5h

I’m so honored THE BEAT OF THE DRAGON BOAT is nominated for the Blue Spruce Award, part of Canada’s largest recreational reading program, Forest of Reading!

@christinamatula.bsky.social
#sleepingbearpress @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social @forestofreading.bsky.social #forestofreading #canadareads

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Nicole Wong @painternik.bsky.social · 1d

A Mom/Malley drawing trip to the @mfaboston.bsky.social this weekend

Malley’s goal is to draw every statue in the MFA 😊

#mfaboston #museumdrawing #drawings #art #museums

Nicole Wong @painternik.bsky.social · 12d

It’s a snuggle up in bed kind of day

#fallweather🍁 #dogs

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Nicole Wong @painternik.bsky.social · 13d

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 13d

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm Gina Perry, an author and illustrator of children's books, and creator of this monthly event. I'm rep'd for books by Sean McCarthy, more work at: www.ginaperry.com #kidlit

Vertical illustration. A kid vampire is laying in his coffin, curled up with his cat and a book named SUN KID. The book is emitting a warm glow. Text reads Gina Perry www.ginaperry.com Rep'd by Sean McCarthy

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jan dolby @jandolby.bsky.social · 13d

Happy October #KidLitArtPostcard day!

I'm Jan, a Canadian illustrator who loves to illustrate picture books. I'm fond of drawing colourful animals and whimsical children.

⭐ Rep'd by @pageturnerlit.bsky.social
⭐ Porfolios jandolby.com idrawanimals.myportfolio.com

illustration of a group of children and adults viewing the statue of Venus at a museum.

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Ellie Peterson @elliepeterson.bsky.social · 13d

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! This froggy is a courtin’ and so am I… for a picture book project, that is. 😉
I’m rep’d by @adriagoetz.bsky.social of KT Literary.
#kidlitart #childrensillustration #frog #picturebookillustration

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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 13d

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day!

I’m Hollie, and fall is my favorite season! I’d love to work on a spooky or cozy PB, Chapter Books, MG and early GNs… please and thank you!

[email protected]
www.holliemichaels.com

*seeking rep*

A group of trick or treaters are freaked out as they wait in line at a house, when in the middle of the line a vampire kid and ghost - both in costumes - are floating.

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Brian Kirby @boringstorybook.com · 13d

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! I’m Brian Kirby, I write and illustrate humorous stories for kids (and their caregivers).

Website - BrianKirbyStudio.com
Agent - @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social @bradfordagents.bsky.social

#kidlit

Cartoon of a ragged-looking mummy sitting at a desk, shopping for cat nail clippers, and an orange cat on the floor next to him, clawing one of his a tattered, loose unravelling bandages.

Brian Kirby
Author/Illustrator
Represented by
Kaitlyn Sanchez
Bradford Literary Agency
BrianKirbyStudio.com

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Marusha Belle @marushabelle.bsky.social · 13d

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard!
I’m Marusha Belle, an author-illustrator who loves telling stories full of joy, animals, and laughter.
Art directors, if you’ve got a fun, colorful project that’s destined to be a favorite across ages, count me in!
marushabelle.com
Rep’d by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social

Marusha Belle, fall, autumn, landscape, bike, picture book, picture book art, cozy, countryside, riding bike.

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Nicole Wong @painternik.bsky.social · 13d

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Lele Saa @lelesaa.com · 13d

Hi #KidLitArtPostcard day!
I'm Lele and I love creating characters and developing their worlds.

Rep'd by @sophiesheumaker.bsky.social | @bookendsliterary.bsky.social

🎨: www.lelesaa.com/children

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Rebecca Field @rebeccafieldgraphy.bsky.social · 13d

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am a collage/mixed media artist completely ready for representation and picturebook adventure!
Rebeccafieldgraphy.me

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Andrea Yomtob @yomtobillustrator.bsky.social · 13d

⭐Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Getting into the Halloween spirit with this little trick-or-treater. 🍬🎃
I'm Andrea Yomtob, an illustrator who creates hand-painted art for picture books and KidLit projects. Let’s connect!
www.andreayomtob.com

#kidlitart #revised #seekingrep #illustrator #HalloweenArt

ghost in a wizard costume trick or treating. Spider in a ghost costume. Candy was caught in his web. A skeleton hand full of candy sticking out from a grave. Purple, orange, green, and black colors

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Rebecca Sinclair 🎨 @rsinclair-art.bsky.social · 13d

Hello again! Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Here’s an oldie but goodie to welcome spooky season! 🎃🐿️

My name is Rebecca and I’m a #kidlitartist from MI. I’m open for rep and would love to illustrate your picture or board books, covers, #kidlit magazines, or products 🧡

www.rebeccasinclairstudio.com

Rebecca Sinclair: Picture book Illustrator www.rebeccasinclairstudio.com

Image: squirrels holding up their carved Halloween acorns

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Mike Petrik @mikepetrik.bsky.social · 15d

Headin' into October!

#illustration #sketch #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitartpostcard #fall #october

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Denis Angelov @denisillustrates.bsky.social · 13d

Happy spooky season #kidlitartpostcard 🎃
My name is Denis and I’m a children’s book illustrator who loves stories full of heart. Other things I like include bold lines, limited color palettes and painterly textures.
📚 Rep’d by Susan Hawk (US) & Emily Talbot (UK)
🌐 www.denisillustrates.com

Nighttime illustration of a werewolf wearing a crown and a checkered blanket, walking down a hill and looking back at a castle with tears in its eyes. There is a full moon in the sky.

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Nicole Wong @painternik.bsky.social · 13d

Pumpkin picking time 🎃🍂
#KidLitArtPostcard Day

Portfolio: nicole-wong.com
Rep’d by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social

#kidlitpostcard #Kidlitartpostcardday #childrenillustration #kidlit #kidlitart #childrensbooks #picturebooks #postcard #family #autumnvibes🍁 #familylove❤️

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Nicole Wong @painternik.bsky.social · 15d

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salemlitfest.bsky.social @salemlitfest.bsky.social · 15d

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.

Nicole Wong @painternik.bsky.social · 23d

Thank you 😊

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Nicole Wong @painternik.bsky.social · 23d

Happy Autumn 🍂

#firstdayoffall #pumpkinspiceseason #autumn #fallseason

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Nicole Wong @painternik.bsky.social · Sep 11

🖤 #neverforget911 #survivortree #911

@charlesbridge.bsky.social #annmagee

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salemlitfest.bsky.social @salemlitfest.bsky.social · Sep 5

TOMORROW! Children's Lit Fest with @samara-cole-doyon.bsky.social & and Kalee Gwarjanski & @painternik.bsky.social & crafts & snacks! Sept. 6 10-noon (+sensory-friendly storytime at 9) Community Life Center 401 Bridge St. Sept. 4-7, stop by the Ropes Mansion Garden for a Story Walk! salemlitfest.org

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salemlitfest.bsky.social @salemlitfest.bsky.social · Sep 5

TOMORROW! Get crafty with art teacher & artist Lesley Myers at Children's Lit Fest! Plus storytime with @samara-cole-doyon.bsky.social & and Kalee Gwarjanski & @painternik.bsky.social & snacks! Sept. 6 10-noon (+sensory-friendly storytime at 9) Community Life Center 401 Bridge St. salemlitfest.org

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Melizza Chernov ✨Open to Commissions✨ @melizzachernov.bsky.social · Sep 4

Hello! #KidLitArtPostcard I’m Melizza! Looking for Art Directors and Editors! #middlegrade #chapterbooks #covers

Portfolio: www.melizzachernov.com
Agent: [email protected]
@mskanin.bsky.social
#kidLitArt

Thank you
@ginaperry.bsky.social
for creating this place for us all to connect!

Hello! #KidLitArtPostcard I’m Melizza! Looking for Art Directors and Editors! #middlegrade #chapterbooks #covers

This image is part of a book that I'm creating for children to explore mythical creatures from around the world.

Portfolio: www.melizzachernov.com
Agent: mona@greatdogliterary.com
@mskanin.bsky.social
#kidLitArt

Thank you
@ginaperry.bsky.social
for creating this place for us all to connect!

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MayumiSasage @mayumisasage.bsky.social · Sep 4

Hi, #KidLitArtPostcard Day!

I'm Mayumi, a Japanese #kidlit illustrator. Excited to take on new projects! Picture books, board books, and book covers are my favorite things to work on✨ #kidlitart

Rep'd by lovely @essiewhite.bsky.social
at @stormliterary.bsky.social

🌐 mayumi-sasage.com

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