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Joy Nelkin Wieder

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Author/illustrator of children's books; author of THE PASSOVER MOUSE (Doubleday 01.28.20); SCBWI; rep'd by Stephen Fraser at The Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · Mar 12

COVER REVEAL for my upcoming book: THE MOUSE WHO LOVED LATKES Please like, comment, and tag someone in your comment for a chance to win a signed copy when the book launches on Oct. 7, 2025! Pre-orders available now on Amazon. Winner will be announced on 3/26/25!

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 1d

Come see Joy and Josh as we read our holiday themed books featuring food! This Saturday, Oct. 18 at Belmont Books at 11am!!!

Josh Funk @joshfunkbooks.bsky.social · 1d

This Saturday morning at Belmont Books, @jnwieder.bsky.social and I will be reading our newest books all about the holidays! #ItsNeverTooSoonToGetHolidayGifts⁠
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#kidlit #storytime #bookstagram

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 1d

Happy book birthday to my debut picture book as both author and illustrator! 🎉🥳🎉

KidLit Collective @kidlitcollective.bsky.social · 1d

We are so excited to celebrate the book birthday of THE MOUSE WHO LOVED LATKES! Congratulations to @jnwieder.bsky.social Joy is celebrating with a #giveaway until Oct 26 for two lucky winners to receive a signed copy of the book. gleam.io/MbBk5/the-mo... #bookbirthday

Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 1d

thank you friends! It's an exciting day 🎉🥳

Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 2d

@deborahkalb.bsky.social @viviankirkfield.bsky.social

Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 2d

IT'S GIVEAWAY TIME! Two lucky winners will receive a signed copy of THE MOUSE WHO LOVED LATKES! You can enter NOW until Oct. 26. Good luck! gleam.io/MbBk5/the-mo... #giveaway #giveawaycontest #kidlit #hanukkahgift #hanukkah @kidlitcollective.bsky.social

The Mouse Who Loved Latkes Giveaway

Two lucky winners will receive a signed copy of The Mouse Who Loved Latkes!

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 2d

@joshfunkbooks.bsky.social @belmontbooks.bsky.social @kidlitcollective.bsky.social

Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 2d

Come see me and Josh Funk at a fun holiday-themed story time at Belmont Books at 11 am on Oct. 18!

Josh Funk @joshfunkbooks.bsky.social · 5d

Looking ahead to next weekend, @jnwieder.bsky.social and I will be having a Food-themed *and* Holiday-themed double storytime at @belmontbooks.bsky.social! Join us at 11am on Saturday, 10/18 for a late breakfast at Blackbear Cafe and some #picturebooks!

#kidlit #authorlife #booksky #holidays

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 2d

#kidlit #authorlife #bookstagram #storytime #picturebook #hanukkah #hanukkahgifts @kar_benpublishing @kidlitcollective @joshfunkbooks @tentreesbooks @brooklinebooksmith @jewishbookcouncil

Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 2d

Come to one of my book tour events! Next one up: Story Hour with Josh Funk @belmontbooks on Oct. 18. Hope to see you there!
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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 10d

Shout out to all the teachers on World Teachers Day from all my friends @kidlitcollective.bsky.social

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 11d

It's World Animal Day! Congratulations to all my buddies @kidlitcollective.bsky.social for all their wonderful books featuring all kinds of animals!

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 11d

Yes, I have them all listed on my website: jnwieder.com/books/the-mo...

The Mouse Who Loved Latkes - Joy Nelkin Wieders Portfolio

When the Katz family moves in, C.J. Mouse is scared. But a delicious aroma lures C.J. out of his hiding hole. Nibbling jelly doughnut crumbs in the kitchen, he hears a soft voice say, “Hello.” C.J. wa...

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KidLit Collective @kidlitcollective.bsky.social · Jan 28

We're new here so please give a follow! We are a group of kid lit authors and illustrators who have been together since 2018 supporting each other and others in the kid lit community.

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 14d

We had a lovely launch day at Oktoberfest. Thanks to @silverunicornbooks.bsky.social for providing all the books!

mlapointemalchik.bsky.social @mlapointemalchik.bsky.social · 18d

Joyful time at Oktoberfest today! Congratulations @jnwieder.bsky.social ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 14d

Thanks, Marty! It was so nice to see a few familiar faces!

Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 26d

@kar_benpublishing @kidlitcollective.bsky.social @shalom.writers #hanukkah #hanukkahgift #bookreviews #picturebook #holidaybook @sljournal @kirkus_reviews @publisherswkly.bsky.social

Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 26d

You can read the complete review here: www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...

THE MOUSE WHO LOVED LATKES | Kirkus Reviews

When a family of Jewish cats move into a new apartment, the rodent who inhabits its walls withdraws to his mouse hole.

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 26d

THE REVIEWS ARE IN for THE MOUSE WHO LOVED LATKES! "Wieder’s lively text captures C.J.’s hopes and fears, accompanied by expressive illustrations that use varied perspectives to good effect. Kindness abounds in this holiday tale of unexpected friendship." Kirkus Reviews

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 29d

I'm so excited that this book is now available! Happy Book Birthday to my board book, HANUKKAH 1-2-3! A First Counting Book illustrated by Aura Lewis

KidLit Collective @kidlitcollective.bsky.social · 29d

Happy #bookbirthday to HANUKKAH 1-2-3! A FIRST COUNTING BOOK by @jnwieder.bsky.social & Aura Lewis! We are so excited this beautiful board book is out in the world! Congratulations, Joy and Aura! 📕🎂🥳 #kidlit #booksky

Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · 29d

Thank you so much!!!

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KidLit Collective @kidlitcollective.bsky.social · Jul 23

Even more to celebrate today as we highlight our very own @kidlitcollective.bsky.social's Gorgeous Grandmas! Happy Day @jnwieder.bsky.social @candacespizzirri.bsky.social @mollyruttan.bsky.social @nrpaulson.bsky.social and Charlotte Watson Sherman. #kidlit #kidlitart #EduSky #booksky

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · Apr 3

It's almost Passover! See The Passover Mouse spotted in the wild at Home Goods and a toy store in Florida. It makes a great gift for the kiddos! #passover #Passover2025 #PassoverisComing

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Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · Mar 21

HANUKKAH 1-2-3! Cover Reveal!!! - Pragmatic Mom url:https://www.pragmaticmom.com/2025/03/jhanukkah-1-2-3-cover-reveal/ Hey, friends, check out the cover reveal for a new board book by me & illustrated by @auralewis Thanks to @pragmaticmom for hosting! @KidLitCollectiv @fraserstephena @ABRAMSbooks

Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · Mar 21

Thanks, friends!

Joy Nelkin Wieder @jnwieder.bsky.social · Mar 12

#coverreveal #kidlit #hanukkah #hanukkah2025 #preorder #picturebook #giveaway #picturebookillustration @kidlitcollective.bsky.social