Karen Krossing
@karenkrossing.com
#KidLit Author, Editor, Mentor.
Latest: MY STREET REMEMBERS.
Upcoming: ONE COSMIC ROCK. THE CLOUD THAT STUCK.
Agent: Ginger Knowlton, Curtis Brown.
VCFA Alum. Faculty at Whale Rock Workshops.
Settler heritage. She/her. Bi/pan. 🏳️🌈
https://karenkrossing.com
Latest: MY STREET REMEMBERS.
Upcoming: ONE COSMIC ROCK. THE CLOUD THAT STUCK.
Agent: Ginger Knowlton, Curtis Brown.
VCFA Alum. Faculty at Whale Rock Workshops.
Settler heritage. She/her. Bi/pan. 🏳️🌈
https://karenkrossing.com
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Karen Krossing
@karenkrossing.com
· Jan 7
Arriving on Earth in February 2026: ONE COSMIC ROCK, written by me and illustrated by @dreamist.bsky.social. A rock is like a book. When you open it, it tells you a story of where it’s been. The story of this rock is out of this world. Available for preorder now!
@owlkids.bsky.social #kidlit #stem
@owlkids.bsky.social #kidlit #stem
Ever wondered how to take your writing from the script to the screen? If so, you can sign up for "From Page to Screen: A Free Online Panel" with @humberpoly.bsky.social screenwriting mentors Evan Morgan and Christina Sang-St.Catherine.
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
February 13, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Ever wondered how to take your writing from the script to the screen? If so, you can sign up for "From Page to Screen: A Free Online Panel" with @humberpoly.bsky.social screenwriting mentors Evan Morgan and Christina Sang-St.Catherine.
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
How am I feeling? I’m busy reading I’M BUSY! I’m a huge fan of the I’M series written by @michaelianblack.bsky.social & illustrated by @debbieohi.com. So I was thrilled to get my hands on an early copy of the latest in the series! 👍🏼📚 #kidlit
@curtisbrownltd.bsky.social
@simonschusterca.bsky.social
@curtisbrownltd.bsky.social
@simonschusterca.bsky.social
February 13, 2026 at 7:19 PM
How am I feeling? I’m busy reading I’M BUSY! I’m a huge fan of the I’M series written by @michaelianblack.bsky.social & illustrated by @debbieohi.com. So I was thrilled to get my hands on an early copy of the latest in the series! 👍🏼📚 #kidlit
@curtisbrownltd.bsky.social
@simonschusterca.bsky.social
@curtisbrownltd.bsky.social
@simonschusterca.bsky.social
It’s an honour to have two titles in this list! Thanks for sharing, Alison.
The winter releases have arrived from Picture Books, eh! Check out this incredible lineup of Canadian picture books.
@picturebookseh.bsky.social #kidlit #CanKidLit #EduSky
@picturebookseh.bsky.social #kidlit #CanKidLit #EduSky
February 13, 2026 at 2:21 AM
It’s an honour to have two titles in this list! Thanks for sharing, Alison.
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Many years ago, I began a prose novel for teens that just never worked, even after multiple rewrites. Later, I tried writing it as a novel in letters. Finally, I began writing it as a verse novel. It took a while to learn this new-to-me form. (1 of 4) #kidlit
February 13, 2026 at 1:16 AM
Such a great series!
It's International Day Of Girls & Women in Science!
You can now pre-order chpt book ASHA AND BAZ MEET SYLVIA EARLE abt oceanographer Sylvia Earle. Written by @parentclub.bsky.social, illus Dharmali Patel.
www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/asha... #CanKidLit #KidLit @commondeerpress.bsky.social
You can now pre-order chpt book ASHA AND BAZ MEET SYLVIA EARLE abt oceanographer Sylvia Earle. Written by @parentclub.bsky.social, illus Dharmali Patel.
www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/asha... #CanKidLit #KidLit @commondeerpress.bsky.social
Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle
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www.commondeerpress.com
February 11, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Such a great series!
Reposted by Karen Krossing
As part of Blue Metropolis' Bold and Creative Conversations series, the CCBC's very own Carol-Ann Hoyte highlights the value of community bookstores, reading with young people, and so much more!
Find the interview here: https://metropolisbleu.org/bold-creative-2026/
Find the interview here: https://metropolisbleu.org/bold-creative-2026/
February 11, 2026 at 8:33 PM
As part of Blue Metropolis' Bold and Creative Conversations series, the CCBC's very own Carol-Ann Hoyte highlights the value of community bookstores, reading with young people, and so much more!
Find the interview here: https://metropolisbleu.org/bold-creative-2026/
Find the interview here: https://metropolisbleu.org/bold-creative-2026/
Many years ago, I began a prose novel for teens that just never worked, even after multiple rewrites. Later, I tried writing it as a novel in letters. Finally, I began writing it as a verse novel. It took a while to learn this new-to-me form. (1 of 4) #kidlit
February 4, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Many years ago, I began a prose novel for teens that just never worked, even after multiple rewrites. Later, I tried writing it as a novel in letters. Finally, I began writing it as a verse novel. It took a while to learn this new-to-me form. (1 of 4) #kidlit
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This makes me think of @karenkrossing.com @debbieohi.com taking on big feelings like sadness or being bored and putting them into picture books to share SEL.
"The best picture books manage to be both honest and bolstering" Cecilia Heikkilä’s The Slightly Spooky Tale of Fox and Mole @florisbooks.bsky.social "uses grotesque imagery to plumb the seemingly monstrous emotions that children are often taught to suppress" www.kirkusreviews.com/news-and-fea...
Picture Books Can Tackle Tough Subject Matter | Kirkus Reviews
As author Mac Barnett and actor Jennifer Garner discussed at a recent event, picture books don’t have to be bland comfort food.
www.kirkusreviews.com
February 4, 2026 at 2:57 PM
This makes me think of @karenkrossing.com @debbieohi.com taking on big feelings like sadness or being bored and putting them into picture books to share SEL.
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What a terrific review of THE CLOUD STUCK by @karenkrossing.com and illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social!
Kirkus Reviews calls it, "A heartwarming and convincing tale for kids seeking to ride out life’s rainclouds."
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...
Kirkus Reviews calls it, "A heartwarming and convincing tale for kids seeking to ride out life’s rainclouds."
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...
THE CLOUD THAT STUCK | Kirkus Reviews
A young girl is troubled by an annoyingly persistent cloud.
www.kirkusreviews.com
February 3, 2026 at 3:31 PM
What a terrific review of THE CLOUD STUCK by @karenkrossing.com and illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social!
Kirkus Reviews calls it, "A heartwarming and convincing tale for kids seeking to ride out life’s rainclouds."
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...
Kirkus Reviews calls it, "A heartwarming and convincing tale for kids seeking to ride out life’s rainclouds."
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...
I just received a great review of THE CLOUD THAT STUCK, written by me & illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social! Here's what Kirkus Reviews said:
"A young girl is troubled by an annoyingly persistent cloud.... A heartwarming and convincing tale for kids seeking to ride out life’s rainclouds."
#kidlit
"A young girl is troubled by an annoyingly persistent cloud.... A heartwarming and convincing tale for kids seeking to ride out life’s rainclouds."
#kidlit
THE CLOUD THAT STUCK | Kirkus Reviews
A young girl is troubled by an annoyingly persistent cloud.
www.kirkusreviews.com
February 2, 2026 at 3:01 PM
I just received a great review of THE CLOUD THAT STUCK, written by me & illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social! Here's what Kirkus Reviews said:
"A young girl is troubled by an annoyingly persistent cloud.... A heartwarming and convincing tale for kids seeking to ride out life’s rainclouds."
#kidlit
"A young girl is troubled by an annoyingly persistent cloud.... A heartwarming and convincing tale for kids seeking to ride out life’s rainclouds."
#kidlit
Do you have a #picturebook manuscript to revise? Please check out my guest post "Deconstruction & Reconstruction: A Primer on Picture Book Revision” on Jesse Weiner's Inksations blog. BTW, Jesse's newsletter is worth subscribing to. Writing calls, gigs, articles, interviews, and more! #kidlit
Guest Post: — Inksational Editorial
Deconstruction and Reconstruction: A Primer on Picture Book Revision by Karen Krossing Do you have a picture book manuscript you want to revise, but you’re unsure where to begin? Maybe your manusc...
www.inksationaleditorial.com
February 1, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Do you have a #picturebook manuscript to revise? Please check out my guest post "Deconstruction & Reconstruction: A Primer on Picture Book Revision” on Jesse Weiner's Inksations blog. BTW, Jesse's newsletter is worth subscribing to. Writing calls, gigs, articles, interviews, and more! #kidlit
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Presenting ASHA AND BAZ MEET MARY ANNING at the OLA Superconference at the CANSCAIP Booktasting Friday Jan 30 at 10:30am.
It's at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre at the Idea Hub (The Idea Hub is in the back corner of the Exhibit Hall - near the washrooms - yes, very me to know that).
#kidlit
It's at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre at the Idea Hub (The Idea Hub is in the back corner of the Exhibit Hall - near the washrooms - yes, very me to know that).
#kidlit
January 29, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Presenting ASHA AND BAZ MEET MARY ANNING at the OLA Superconference at the CANSCAIP Booktasting Friday Jan 30 at 10:30am.
It's at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre at the Idea Hub (The Idea Hub is in the back corner of the Exhibit Hall - near the washrooms - yes, very me to know that).
#kidlit
It's at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre at the Idea Hub (The Idea Hub is in the back corner of the Exhibit Hall - near the washrooms - yes, very me to know that).
#kidlit
Reposted by Karen Krossing
January's topic for #KidLitArt chat will be - Giving and Receiving Critiques
Join your hosts on Jan 29, 9pm EST/6pm PST for an hour-long chat about critiques!
Banner art by @weyakindesigns.bsky.social
Join your hosts on Jan 29, 9pm EST/6pm PST for an hour-long chat about critiques!
Banner art by @weyakindesigns.bsky.social
January 29, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Reposted by Karen Krossing
agree - great stuff here for #kidlit folks & readers, and a way to help out in this moment of manufactured, mean-spirited chaos...
Publishing For Minnesota is going on right now, and there are so many amazing items you can bid on!
Proceeds from this auction will support organizations providing legal aid, emergency assistance, food, and community resources to those in urgent need.
www.32auctions.com/publishingfo...
Proceeds from this auction will support organizations providing legal aid, emergency assistance, food, and community resources to those in urgent need.
www.32auctions.com/publishingfo...
January 29, 2026 at 3:19 PM
agree - great stuff here for #kidlit folks & readers, and a way to help out in this moment of manufactured, mean-spirited chaos...
Reposted by Karen Krossing
Friends! The auction to raise funds to support immigrant communities and those impacted by ICE is open! Link to bid on pb critique: www.32auctions.com/organization... There's a ton of other really cool stuff to bid on! Thank you! #kidlit
January 29, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Friends! The auction to raise funds to support immigrant communities and those impacted by ICE is open! Link to bid on pb critique: www.32auctions.com/organization... There's a ton of other really cool stuff to bid on! Thank you! #kidlit
Reposted by Karen Krossing
Publishing For Minnesota is going on right now, and there are so many amazing items you can bid on!
Proceeds from this auction will support organizations providing legal aid, emergency assistance, food, and community resources to those in urgent need.
www.32auctions.com/publishingfo...
Proceeds from this auction will support organizations providing legal aid, emergency assistance, food, and community resources to those in urgent need.
www.32auctions.com/publishingfo...
January 29, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Publishing For Minnesota is going on right now, and there are so many amazing items you can bid on!
Proceeds from this auction will support organizations providing legal aid, emergency assistance, food, and community resources to those in urgent need.
www.32auctions.com/publishingfo...
Proceeds from this auction will support organizations providing legal aid, emergency assistance, food, and community resources to those in urgent need.
www.32auctions.com/publishingfo...
I'm excited for this book!
NEW POST: "The Curious Life of Cecilia Payne" by @lauraalary.bsky.social!
"I feel akin to Cecilia: she was sometimes shy and socially awkward, a voracious reader, and broadly curious.... But the moment in Cecilia’s life that touched me most was when that self-confidence faltered."
#kidlit
"I feel akin to Cecilia: she was sometimes shy and socially awkward, a voracious reader, and broadly curious.... But the moment in Cecilia’s life that touched me most was when that self-confidence faltered."
#kidlit
The Curious Life of Cecilia Payne, by Laura Alary
Cover for Cecilia Payne: Discovering the Stuff of Stars, by Laura Alary, illustrated by Yas Imamura, published by Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
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January 29, 2026 at 3:25 PM
I'm excited for this book!
I’m honored by this advanced praise for THE CLOUD THAT STUCK from two people I admire.
BTW, the photo is mine. The sky can be so dramatic sometimes, and these storm clouds fit with our book, which is expressively illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social. Coming from @charlesbridge.bsky.social in April.
BTW, the photo is mine. The sky can be so dramatic sometimes, and these storm clouds fit with our book, which is expressively illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social. Coming from @charlesbridge.bsky.social in April.
January 28, 2026 at 1:54 PM
I’m honored by this advanced praise for THE CLOUD THAT STUCK from two people I admire.
BTW, the photo is mine. The sky can be so dramatic sometimes, and these storm clouds fit with our book, which is expressively illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social. Coming from @charlesbridge.bsky.social in April.
BTW, the photo is mine. The sky can be so dramatic sometimes, and these storm clouds fit with our book, which is expressively illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social. Coming from @charlesbridge.bsky.social in April.
Reposted by Karen Krossing
Been telling my students and parents exactly this point. Want to be a better reader? You have to read. What to be a better writer? You have to read. Analytical reading and writing is the most important skill we can teach and model. We are all teachers of reading.
January 26, 2026 at 1:19 PM
Been telling my students and parents exactly this point. Want to be a better reader? You have to read. What to be a better writer? You have to read. Analytical reading and writing is the most important skill we can teach and model. We are all teachers of reading.
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Looking forward to watching the #ALAYMA this morning and cheering for my colleagues! And like always - I'm sharing my poem "What Happened to Your Book Today." A reminder of why we make books for young readers. ❤️https://katemessner.com/what-happened-to-your-book-today-a-poem-for-after-the-ala-awards/
“What Happened to Your Book Today” A Poem for after the ALA Awards – Kate Messner
katemessner.com
January 26, 2026 at 11:26 AM
Looking forward to watching the #ALAYMA this morning and cheering for my colleagues! And like always - I'm sharing my poem "What Happened to Your Book Today." A reminder of why we make books for young readers. ❤️https://katemessner.com/what-happened-to-your-book-today-a-poem-for-after-the-ala-awards/
This snow drift is my writing companion today. #snowmageddon
January 26, 2026 at 1:46 PM
This snow drift is my writing companion today. #snowmageddon
On Jan. 30, you can find me at the Ontario Library Association's Super Conference, where I’ll be emceeing @canscaip.bsky.social's Book Tastings and sharing two of my own books! Please join us to hear about new titles from the mouths of the creators.
#OLASC
#OLASC
January 24, 2026 at 5:57 PM
On Jan. 30, you can find me at the Ontario Library Association's Super Conference, where I’ll be emceeing @canscaip.bsky.social's Book Tastings and sharing two of my own books! Please join us to hear about new titles from the mouths of the creators.
#OLASC
#OLASC
THE CLOUD THAT STUCK is in a list of Inspirational Picture Books to Ring in 2026 from Maya Lé (MaiStoryBook)!
“A gentle, hopeful picture book about mental health and resilience.”
Written by me & illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social. Coming from @charlesbridge.bsky.social in April!
“A gentle, hopeful picture book about mental health and resilience.”
Written by me & illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social. Coming from @charlesbridge.bsky.social in April!
Inspirational Picture Books to Ring in 2026
Happy New Year 2026 🎊
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January 13, 2026 at 8:12 PM
THE CLOUD THAT STUCK is in a list of Inspirational Picture Books to Ring in 2026 from Maya Lé (MaiStoryBook)!
“A gentle, hopeful picture book about mental health and resilience.”
Written by me & illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social. Coming from @charlesbridge.bsky.social in April!
“A gentle, hopeful picture book about mental health and resilience.”
Written by me & illustrated by @doroleung.bsky.social. Coming from @charlesbridge.bsky.social in April!
It's wonderful when a reviewer gets your book. And it's not easy to please Kirkus Reviews. So I'm thrilled with their review of ONE COSMIC ROCK, written by me and illustrated by @dreamist.bsky.social. Coming Feb. 17 from @owlkids.bsky.social!
"A joyous, lyrical celebration of planetary life."
"A joyous, lyrical celebration of planetary life."
ONE COSMIC ROCK | Kirkus Reviews
Eons ago, a collision between a rock and Earth gave birth to new life.
www.kirkusreviews.com
January 12, 2026 at 2:22 PM
It's wonderful when a reviewer gets your book. And it's not easy to please Kirkus Reviews. So I'm thrilled with their review of ONE COSMIC ROCK, written by me and illustrated by @dreamist.bsky.social. Coming Feb. 17 from @owlkids.bsky.social!
"A joyous, lyrical celebration of planetary life."
"A joyous, lyrical celebration of planetary life."
A brief break from grey winter clouds at #sunrise today. #skyphotograhy
January 7, 2026 at 9:50 PM
A brief break from grey winter clouds at #sunrise today. #skyphotograhy