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Merrill Rainey

@littlerainey.bsky.social

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picture book creator • paper toy maker Color, Cut, Create • Peek & Play series • My First Town @odddotbooks (Spring 2025) Rep’d by @bookmarkliterary http://linktr.ee/Littlerainey

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Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · Apr 17

I’m SO excited to finally share with you the cover for On The Air With Dr. Doodlebug from award-winning creators Susan E. Goodman and Merrill Rainey (That’s Me)!

Get the scoop over on the Nerdy Book Club blog on how the cover was created.

I hope you’ll give it a read -> tr.ee/0_-lxQmfWh

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Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · 18h

Thank you CJ 🤗

Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · 18h

I will change my setting Krystal. Thank you for bringing this to my attention 🤗

Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · 18h

Thank you Debbie!

Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · 1d

**Book GIVE AWAY!!**

Astra Books for Young Readers is giving away 10 copies of ON THE AIR WITH DR. DOODLEBUG!

🎙️ In a comic-style question & answer format, learning about bugs has never been this fun!

Enter now on Goodreads -> www.goodreads.com/giveaway/ent...

#Kidlit #kidlitart #bookgiveaway

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Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · 1d

Honored to have been asked by @temikatheartist.bsky.social and @scbwi.bsky.social to illustrate this year’s 2026 NYC Winter Conference art! THANK YOU... THANK YOU 🤗

Link to the SCBWI winter conference in bio :-)

#SCBWI #illustrator #Kidlitart #picturebookillustrator @bookmarkliterary.bsky.social

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Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · 9d

Congratulations!!

Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · 9d

This photo says it all 🤗❤️🤗❤️🤗

Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · 18d

From award-winning creators Susan E. Goodman & Merrill Rainey comes something really fun: a radio show in a book!

With terrific repartee & fabulous illustrations, this comic book-style story will enchant bug enthusiasts, their adults, and educators alike.

Preorder your copy -> qrco.de/bfuwwH

Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · 22d

A couple hours left to register. I hope to see you all there 👇👇👇👇

SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · 23d

Registration for the #scbwiohionorth Fall conference closes TOMORROW 9/22. Don’t miss this opportunity!

linktr.ee/ohionorthscbwi

Are you ready for the fall conference?
Registration closes
September 22
Scan for conference info

SCBWI Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
where stories take flight
SCBWI
Ohio North Region
SOCIETY of CHILDREN'S BOOK WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS
#kidlit
#scbwi
#kidlitart
#ohio
#cleveland

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SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · Aug 22

Event coming up this Saturday morning - portfolio prep help w/ @christiemegill.bsky.social of @thecatagency.bsky.social.

Register: www.scbwi.org/events/portf...

We still have a couple of open slots for one-on-one VIRTUAL PORTFOLIO REVIEWS via Zoom w/ Christie on 8/27. #kidlit #scbwiohionorth

PORTFOLIO PREP EVENT
SATURDAY, AUGUST 23, 2025 @ 10AM
CHRISTIE MEGILL
Agent, CAT Agency
Get your portfolio ready with this hybrid event!
• Inperson or virtual
• Additional add-on virtual critique
Don't miss out!
Last chance to register!
Link in bio for details & locations

SCBWI Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
where stories take flight
SCBWI
Ohio North Region
SOCIETY of CHILDREN'S BOOK WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS

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Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · Aug 19

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SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · Aug 19

We still have spaces open for people looking to attend this Saturday’s PORTFOLIO PREP event with @thecatagency.bsky.social agent @christiemegill.bsky.social, both virtually and in-person: www.scbwi.org/events/portf... #kidlit #illustrators

🦋 Preconference PORTFOLIO Prep Event with Agent Christie Megill of the CAT Agency 🎨 Register for event

📅 Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 10:00 am-11:00 pm (ET) 🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸Looking for insight on what you should have in your illustration portfolio before the 2025 Ohio North conference? Want to connect with oth...

www.scbwi.org

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Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · Aug 18

Hard to believe that school is back in session!

I’ve been creating these #lunchboxdoodles for my kids for 12 years now. I don’t draw them as often as I use to, but I like to think no matter how old they get, that they still appreciate them 🤗

Wishing you all a wonderful new school year! Rock On!

Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · Aug 14

Reason 4! To join @scbwi-OhioNorth this October!

SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · Aug 9

Reason #4 to attend #SCBWIOhioN 2025 conference!

Register www.scbwi.org/events/2025-...

#SCBWI #kidlit #kidlitart #authorevents #writingconference #scbwievent #booksky #writing #ohio

REASON #4
TO ATTEND THE
Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
Inspiring Keynote Speakers!
• Daria Peoples
• Emily Feinberg
• Dr. Kristy Boyce

SCBWI Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
where stories take flight
SCBWI
Ohio North Region
SOCIETY of CHILDREN'S BOOK WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS

Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · Aug 14

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SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · Aug 3

Check out all of the info for our conference coming Oct 3-4: linktr.ee/ohionorthscbwi

We have an amazing lineup of faculty attending and available for critiques! #scbwiohionorth #scbwi

@ohionorthscbwi | Linktree

Click on the links below to find out more about all things SCBWI Ohio North!

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SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · Aug 8

Reason #3 you should attend the #SCBWIOhioNorth 2025 Conference!

Register: linktr.ee/ohionorthscbwi

#SCBWI #kidlit #kidlitart #authorevents #writingconference #scbwievent #booksky

REASON #3
TO ATTEND THE
Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
• Intensives & Breakout Sessions
• Ask industry professionals questions
• Sharpen your skills
• Plan your creative journey
GET INSPIRED!
Scan for conference info SCBWI Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
where stories take flight
SCBWI
Ohio North Region
SOCIETY of CHILDREN'S BOOK WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS

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SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · Aug 7

Reason #2 you should attend the #SCBWIOhioNorth 2025 Conference!

Register: www.scbwi.org/events/2025-...

#SCBWI #kidlit #kidlitart #authorevents #writingconference #scbwievent #booksky

REASON #2
TO ATTEND THE
Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
• Meet agents/editors/art directors
• Receive live feedback & direction with critique purchase
• Submit your work to faculty members after the conferece
Scan for
conference information

SCBWI Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
where stories take flight
SCBWI
Ohio North Region
SOCIETY of CHILDREN'S BOOK WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS

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SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · Aug 6

Reason #1 you should attend the #SCBWIOhioNorth 2025 conference!

Register: www.scbwi.org/events/2025-...

#SCBWI #kidlit #kidlitart #authorevents #writingconference #scbwievent

REASON #1
TO ATTEND THE
Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
• Meet local Writers/Illustrators
• Networking
• Mentoring/Learn from others
• Find a critique group
Scan for conference information

SCBWI Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
where stories take flight
SCBWI
Ohio North Region
SOCIETY of CHILDREN'S BOOK WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS

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Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · Aug 9

Thank you Kathy!!

Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · Aug 3

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Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · Aug 3

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Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · Aug 3

Thank you 🤗🤗🤗

Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · Aug 3

I’ve been a member of SCBWI for 18 years and this conference has always been (and still is) a game changer in my career!

I hope to see you all there 🤗

SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · Aug 2

#SCBWIOhioNorth TODAY IS THE DAY!!

🎉CONFERENCE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

GO! GO! GO! GO! GO! GO! GO! GO!

Register -> www.scbwi.org/events/2025-...

Don’t miss out on this epic event!

#SCBWI #SCBWIevent #kidlit #kidlitart #authorscommunity

OHIO NORTH
Conference
Registration Is
OPEN!!
Register soon to get early bird pricing
See link in bio for details!

SCBWI Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
where stories take flight
SCBWI
Ohio North Region
SOCIETY of CHILDREN'S BOOK WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS

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Merrill Rainey @littlerainey.bsky.social · Aug 3

Honored and humbled to have won the @scbwi Virtual Summer conference portfolio showcase. A BIG BIG THANK YOU to all of the judges!! And congratulations to all of the portfolio showcase winners 🤗🤗🤗❤️

Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · Aug 3

Congrats to @littlerainey.bsky.social (Gold), @karammitchell.com (Silver), @katriaraden.bsky.social (Bronze) & Amy Sharp (Bronze) on their Portfolio Showcase Awards! For more info about these & other awards, see:

scbwiconference.blogspot.com/2025/07/wrap... #scbwisummer25 #KidLit #KidLitArtists

Wrap Up and Awards Presentation

Wrap Up and Awards Presentation Presented by Sarah Baker (SCBWI Executive Director) & Sarah Diamond (Associate Director of Digital Content a...

scbwiconference.blogspot.com

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