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Kat Fajardo

@katfcomix.bsky.social

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National bestselling & award-winning cartoonist. Creator of MISS QUINCES (out now!) (Scholastic Graphix) and illustrator of THE KIDS IN MRS Z'S CLASS. Rep. Linda Camacho (She/they) 🇭🇳🇨🇴🏳️‍🌈♾️ 🌈 www.katfajardo.com 🌈 linktr.ee/katfcomix (⬅️ Preorder link)

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Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Dec 30

I’m OBSESSED with the updated front & back covers for my newest graphic novel Miss Camper!! Look at that pretty sunset 👀

📚 Preorder link in bio! 📚

An illustration of the front cover for the middle grade graphic novel for Miss Camper by Kat Fajardo, featuring a girl looking confused while holding a bow in the middle of a camp field. Around her is the chaos ants, traffic cones, a broken toy sword, arrows and she’s standing by poison ivy.

Back cover of the graphic novel Miss Quinces featuring a group of kids hanging out while wearing matching camp T-shirts.

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Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Aug 22

Oh! Thank you so much, that would be wonderful! 😄

Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Aug 15

A throwback to some portraits I've made in the past, featuring inspiring book people!! Just a reminder that throughout June-Sept I'm offering portrait commissions, with all proceeds dedicated toward helping Raja and her family find food, shelter, and safety. Link in bio~

Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Aug 13

Oops, who dropped this here?? So weird...👀

Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Aug 13

I won't claim that this was inspired by Chappell Roan...pero like, what if tho?? 👀

#Illustration #Sapphic #Snake #ChappellRoan #gay

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Texas Observer @texasobserver.org · Aug 11

In our magazine: Palestinian artist and writer @deltahead.bsky.social is frustrated by how American fiction depicts their people. They take us from Adam Sandler to James Cameron and beyond in this visual essay ...

Visual Essay: Picturing Palestine

As a Palestinian in diaspora, I am constantly frustrated with how American fiction depicts my people...

www.texasobserver.org

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Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Aug 11

I'll be at Flamecon this weekend in NYC with my buddy @deltahead.bsky.social at table N143. It's been ages since I've done a hometown show :P #queer #art

Hand holding up a small colorful zine called "The Unwonderful World of Comphet".

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Johanna Taylor 👻 ✍️ 📚 @johannamation.bsky.social · Jul 2

Another booklist of comics for July which is Disability Pride Month!! 🦼 ♿️ 🌟

bookshop.org/lists/graphi...

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Lori Tecler @loritecler.bsky.social · Jul 8

The newest book in THE KIDS IN MRS. Z'S CLASS series, OLIVE LITTLE GETS CRAFTY by Linda Urban w/art by @katfcomix.bsky.social, is another winner for elementary readers! Olive's got big plans for the club expo & the craft-astrophy that follows will have readers giggling. #KidLit
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Cover of THE KIDS IN MRS. Z'S CLASS: OLIVE LITTLE GETS CRAFTY by Linda Urban with art by Kat Farjado. A red-haired girl with fair skin is cutting yarn with scissors while classmates in an art room look on from behind her.

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Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich @olugbemisolabooks.bsky.social · Jul 8

It's pub day for SYNCLAIRE FIELDS KNOWS THE SCORE, the latest book in the Kids in Mrs. Z's Class series! Coordinated by @katemessner.com, illustrated by @katfcomix.bsky.social. What happens when your THING isn't working for you anymore? Here's a bit from the opening. Check out the whole series!

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Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Jul 11

Wrapping up the week with great news! Miss Camper made it onto the Indie Bestsellers List AND was also featured on the School Library Journal's list of "37 Exceptional Graphic Novel & Manga Titles for All Ages | SLJ 2025 Stars So Far"! So thankful for all your support during its first week!!

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Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Jul 1

Today. Is. The. Day! Two years in the making, and Miss Camper has finally hit the shelves! I can't wait for y'all to read it, a story deeply personal to me as a goofy yet scared lil' camper. I hope you enjoy Miss Camper as your newest summer read and please send me your lovely camper photos!#kidlit

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Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Jun 30

ONE more day until Miss Camper is officially out! Here are some more concept sketches of Sue's friends (except for their pal Alvin, whose sketch is missing😓), her sister Carmen, and new characters introduced in this book! #misscamper #kidlit #missquincesgn #booksforkids

Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Jun 29

Book day is coming up, and it's been so lovely to see Miss Camper already appearing in bookstores! I even had the pleasure of autographing my first copies at Birdhouse Books today! #misscamper #kidlit #missquincesgn #booksforkids

Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Jun 26

Just six more days until Miss Camper is released!! Here’s a preview of Sue’s summer fashion creations. After my debut book, I learned the importance of having character model sheets ready, as they’re incredibly useful for maintaining continuity! #kidlit #graphicnovels

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Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Jun 24

The countdown has officially started! With only a week left until Miss Camper hits bookstore shelves, I'm sharing exclusive behind-the-scenes content across social media.

Don’t forget to preorder your copy or ask your local bookstore to set one aside for you.

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Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Jun 20

Throughout June-September I’m offering commissions to support Raja and her family in Gaza. If you're interested in getting a portrait or a larger commission piece, please check out the link in my bio for more details & to access Raja's GoFundMe page. ko-fi.com/katfajardo/c...

The words "Portraits for Palestine" on the left while the right side of image has a collection of illustrated portraits of people. Below the portrait are the words "June-September 2025" and "6x6 illustrated portraits and full illustration commissions to support a family in Gaza. All proceeds will go toward helping Raja and her family find food, shelter, and safety."

Three children posing together with sunglasses on.

The three children posing with their father.

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BookPeople @bookpeople.com · Jun 19

Sue is heading to Camp Willow this summer but it isn't at all going as planned...

Join Kat Fajardo on July 6th discussing MISS CAMPER, a companion to the award-winning middle grade graphic novel MISS QUINCES.

RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/bookpeople...

@katfcomix.bsky.social
@pichikui.bsky.social

BookPeople Events Presents Kat Fajardo (author of MISS QUINCES) with Gabriela Epstein (illustrator of CLAUDIA AND THE NEW GIRL) on Sunday July 6th at 2PM

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Comic Arts - San Antonio @comicarts-sa.bsky.social · Jun 17

*GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT*
See the full guest list at www.comicarts-sa.com/2025-special...

@katfcomix.bsky.social (she/they) is a Honduran Colombian award-winning cartoonist known for their work on self-acceptance & Latine culture.

Their debut graphic novel, Miss Quinces, was a National Indie Bestseller

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Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Jun 3

Three of my artworks will be featured in the virtual exhibition "Blossoms & Beyond: A virtual flower & garden show" at The City Arts Center in Round Rock, TX, from May 17-July 8, 2025. The exhibition includes 143 pieces, so check it out if you're in town! (Yes, I know I misspelled Desert Willow lol)

A laptop featuring an illustration of a dog character blowing a dandelion in a field of prickly pear cactus.

A laptop showing an illustration of a Desert Willow Tree

Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · May 31

Throughout my life, I've struggled with self-image & understanding femininity. However, recently I've found comfort in connecting with divine feminine energy, like the Aztec goddess Xochiquétzal & Mayan goddess Ixchel. Working with them feels empowering & has reshaped my perception of femininity.

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Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · May 6

Since moving to Austin, I’ve been drawn to Nopales, a symbol of resilience and bittersweet transformation. Even in tough times, we’re allowed to dream. Don’t lose hope ❤️‍🩹

An illustration featuring a small brown dog blowing dandelions in the wind while surrounded by nopales and marigolds. There’s a smiling sun in the sky.

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箕島綺譚(they/them) 💖 Support Black Trans Liberation @mishimakitan.bsky.social · Apr 29

Once again, it is time to remind people who are using Duolingo to learn new languages to switch to alternatives that have qualified human teachers.

The Verge @theverge.com · Apr 28

Duolingo will replace contract workers with AI

Duolingo is making some AI-focused changes.

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Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Apr 29

Also very gay!! 💕

Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Apr 29

The only one I can think of at the moment: Rainbow Rowell’s Simon Snow trilogy!

Kat Fajardo @katfcomix.bsky.social · Apr 29

My message isn’t about ignoring laws, it’s about treating people w compassion. Bc even people w green cards, or work permits are still being targeted. Paperwork doesn’t guarantee protection anymore. Just ask the legal residents who’ve been swept up in raids/separated from their families.