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Naomi Kirsten @naomikirsten.bsky.social · 2d

✨FALL SPECIAL CRITIQUE + 1/2-HOUR CONSULT for new clients! I’ve met so many of my 100+ clients via social media, so I'm offering this special to 10 new clients. (If you’re an existing client, email me for an offer tailored to you!) I look forward to working w/ you!📚

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Marie Hermansson @mariehermansson.bsky.social · Aug 22

The Secrets of the Jellies cover reveal!! So happy for this delightful nonfiction picture book by @karenjameson15.bsky.social pub by @chroniclebooks.bsky.social 🪼 Preorder now! Publishing April 2026. 🪼🧡 Thank you to my agent @carynwiseman.bsky.social and editor @naomikirsten.bsky.social 💕 #kidlit

COVER REVEAL!! Pre-order http://lnk.to/SecretsoftheJellies

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KarenJameson15.bsky.social @karenjameson15.bsky.social · Aug 22

Cover reveal day! THE SECRETS OF THE JELLIES written by yours truly with stunning art by @mariehermansson.bsky.social ! An aquarium exhibit in a picture book! @chroniclekidsbooks.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social . @naomikirsten.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social lnk.to/Secretsofthe...

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Naomi Kirsten @naomikirsten.bsky.social · Jun 25

Another ⭐️ for I AM WE by @lesliebarnardbooth.bsky.social, illustrated by @scatterbee.bsky.social. From PW: “[A] hypnotic group portrait of crows,” + “air of enchantment.” This gorgeous picture book is captivating + moving. Loved developing this book about crows with such talented creators! Out 9/9!

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Leslie Barnard Booth, Kidlit Author @lesliebarnardbooth.bsky.social · Jun 25

Beyond thrilled to see another starred review for I AM WE!

Full review: www.publishersweekly.com/9781797226156

Thank you @publisherswkly.bsky.social!

🎉 Available for pre-order wherever books are sold: www.lesliebarnardbooth.com/books

#crows #crowlovers #birdpeople #naturebooksforkids

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Danielle Render Turmaud, PhD @drenderturmaud.bsky.social · Jun 17

I have been hearing SO many incredible things from listeners about Episode 15. 🥹 I agree that it is a special one! I want to say a huge thank you to @naomikirsten.bsky.social for the heart, care, & experience she brought to all of us through this episode 💜 #writingcommunity @ymwjpodcast.bsky.social

Danielle Render Turmaud, PhD @drenderturmaud.bsky.social · Jun 16

Editors are such a beautiful force in the #writingcommunity But something that is often under discussed is editor well-being/mental health amidst all they carry. In the @ymwjpodcast.bsky.social Ep. 15 @naomikirsten.bsky.social & I partnered to change that. We can’t wait for you to hear this episode!

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Lydia Lukidis @lydialukidis.bsky.social · May 19

WOW! If you haven't read I AM WE: How Crows Come Together to Survive by @lesliebarnardbooth.bsky.social, you must! It pairs lyrical text with information so well. 5 stars!
#edusky #kidlit #amreading #amwriting #books #STEM @steamteambooks.bsky.social #writingcommunity

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Leslie Barnard Booth, Kidlit Author @lesliebarnardbooth.bsky.social · May 19

The first review for I AM WE is in, and I'm overjoyed to see that it's a star from Kirkus!

Full review: www.kirkusreviews.com/.../leslie.....

#crows #curiouscrows #naturebooksforkids #sciencebooksforkids #birdbooksforkids @naomikirsten.bsky.social @chroniclekidsbooks.bsky.social

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Kirsten Pendreigh @kirstenpendreigh.bsky.social · Mar 19

Thank you Mr. Schu for featuring WHEN A TREE FALLS!
@theremaybecats.bsky.social @lookingglasslit.bsky.social @naomikirsten.bsky.social @chroniclebooks.bsky.social

John Schu @mrschureads.bsky.social · Mar 19

Happy book birthday to @kirstenpendreigh.bsky.social and Elke Boschinger's When a Tree Falls: Nurse Logs and Their Incredible Forest Power! mrschureads.blogspot.com/2025/03/when...

Cover for When a Tree Falls: Nurse Logs and Their Incredible Forest Power

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Elke @theremaybecats.bsky.social · Mar 18

Happy book birthday to 'When A Tree Falls' written by the lovely @kirstenpendreigh.bsky.social . Editor @naomikirsten.bsky.social. Design by Ryan Hayes.

A huge thank you to @chroniclebooks.bsky.social and @carynwiseman.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

#kidlitart #bookbirthday

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John Schu @mrschureads.bsky.social · Mar 19

Happy book birthday to @kirstenpendreigh.bsky.social and Elke Boschinger's When a Tree Falls: Nurse Logs and Their Incredible Forest Power! mrschureads.blogspot.com/2025/03/when...

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Leslie Barnard Booth, Kidlit Author @lesliebarnardbooth.bsky.social · Mar 12

#coverreveal! Thrilled to share I AM WE with you at last! A lyrical picture book about the key to crow survival.

Illus. by @scatterbee.bsky.social, ed. by @naomikirsten.bsky.social & Rebecca Frazer at @chroniclebooks.bsky.social. ❤️

Now available for preorder!

#crows #crowbehavior #urbannature

Cover reveal of picture book I AM WE: How Crows Come Together to Survive, featuring cover showing a crow, with crows in the background, and a banner that says: Taking flight September 9th, Chronicle Books

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Naomi Kirsten @naomikirsten.bsky.social · Mar 1

WARD!✨

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Naomi Kirsten @naomikirsten.bsky.social · Mar 1

If you’re on Instagram, I’m wrapping up a week of answering questions about picture book submissions and the publishing process in my Stories. Join me, and find out about a special editing offer for those who follow along, too! IG handle: @naomi_kirsten ✨ 📚

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Inked Voices @inkedvoices.bsky.social · Feb 26

Picture Book Writers!! Don't forget about this upcoming live class with @naomikirsten.bsky.social
Register at app.inkedvoices.com/event/worksh...

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Naomi Kirsten @naomikirsten.bsky.social · Feb 24

✨I’m excited to be launching "Perfect Your Picture Book 1-Month Mentorships." I've tailored this program to creators w/ a goal of submitting ASAP. This editing package comes w/ a query letter draft + comps, video meetings & access to me as you prepare to submit.

www.naomikirsten.com/perfect-your...

Perfect Your Picture Book One-Month Mentorship — Naomi Kirsten

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Inked Voices @inkedvoices.bsky.social · Feb 17

We are very excited about this upcoming class with @naomikirsten.bsky.social
All things "Quiet" Picture Books...
Register at app.inkedvoices.com/event/worksh...

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Naomi Kirsten @naomikirsten.bsky.social · Feb 11

Writers and illustrators are often told that their work is "too quiet" as the reason for a decline. This is NOT a reason to be discouraged! In this 3-hour online course for @inkedvoices.bsky.social, I’ll explore the ways that "quiet" is really your superpower. More here:
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Elke @theremaybecats.bsky.social · Jan 27

When a Tree Falls is out in the world soon. (March 18, 2025) Written by @kirstenpendreigh.bsky.social . Published by @chroniclebooks.bsky.social. Editor: @naomikirsten.bsky.social Designer: Ryan Hayes

Many thanks to my agent @carynwiseman.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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Naomi Kirsten @naomikirsten.bsky.social · Jan 22

If you’d like to bid on my donation to @kidlitforla.bsky.social (picture book critique PLUS 30-minute meeting), I’ve posted it here. (Hope I get to work w/ you!)There are 340(!) opportunities offered, from time w/ agents & editors to original art. Bid until 1/26!

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PB Critique + Call with Editor Naomi Kirsten

Auction item 'PB Critique + Call with Editor Naomi Kirsten' hosted online at 32auctions.

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Naomi Kirsten @naomikirsten.bsky.social · Jan 22

The kidlit community has come together in the most incredible way to support those impacted by the LA fires. I’ve donated a critique + 30-min. meeting & there are 300+ opportunities to connect w/ amazing editors, authors & illustrators for a good cause. (I’ll link my donation in the next post.)✨📚

Kidlit For Los Angeles @kidlitforla.bsky.social · Jan 20

The Kidlit for Los Angeles auction is NOW OPEN!

We have more than 340 INCREDIBLE items from top authors, illustrators, editors, agents and publishing professionals. You don’t want to miss out!

Go bid here: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles

Auction runs Jan 20th - Jan 26th.

#kidlit

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Naomi Kirsten @naomikirsten.bsky.social · Jan 18

Lovely, Jodie! Thank you for supporting LA & CA and sharing your beautiful art!

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Kirsten Pendreigh @kirstenpendreigh.bsky.social · Jan 13

SO excited to see When A Tree Falls on Mr Schu’s 2025 list!! #kidlit #forests #trees
@lookingglasslit.bsky.social @naomikirsten.bsky.social

John Schu @mrschureads.bsky.social · Jan 12

#Bookaday I added @kirstenpendreigh.bsky.social and Elke Boschinger's When a Tree Falls: Nurse Logs and Their Incredible Forest Power to my 2025 Books I Love presentation: www.pinterest.com/mrschureads/...

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Way-Word Writers @waywordwriters.bsky.social · Nov 29

Check out Naomi Kirsten’s freelance editing and creative consulting services at:

www.naomikirsten.com

www.naomikirsten.com/editing-and-...

#waywordwriters #conqueryourpath #writingcommunity #writerslife #writingpodcast #writingretreat #writingnewsletter #editing

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Naomi Kirsten @naomikirsten.bsky.social · Dec 4

Collaborating w/ writers & illustrators to bring their full creative selves—and original vision—to the publishing process is my goal as a creative consultant & editor. I talk about what that means & how to “think like an editor” on the Way-Word Writers podcast.

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EPISODE 48: How to Think Like an Editor with Publishing Expert Naomi Kirsten: Balancing Creative Vision and Market Realities

Podcast Episode · Way-Word Writers Podcast · 12/02/2024 · 49m

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