Morgan Gaynin
@morgangaynin.bsky.social
Wallace Whale loves his home in the warm blue sea near the green island. But one day, Mama tells him about a big change—they’re leaving for a long journey North! Wallace is worried and has so many questions, but Mama reminds Wallace: Wherever you go, whatever you do, God’s love follows you.
October 28, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Wallace Whale loves his home in the warm blue sea near the green island. But one day, Mama tells him about a big change—they’re leaving for a long journey North! Wallace is worried and has so many questions, but Mama reminds Wallace: Wherever you go, whatever you do, God’s love follows you.
A BIG CHANGE HAPPENED, Illustrated by The Brave Union, helps children who are facing upheaval process their feelings through the story of Wallace the Whale.
Written by Darby A. Strickland, and pub by New Growth Press.
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Written by Darby A. Strickland, and pub by New Growth Press.
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October 28, 2025 at 4:18 PM
A BIG CHANGE HAPPENED, Illustrated by The Brave Union, helps children who are facing upheaval process their feelings through the story of Wallace the Whale.
Written by Darby A. Strickland, and pub by New Growth Press.
More from The Brave Union: morgangaynin.com/artists/the-...
#kidlitart #booksky
Written by Darby A. Strickland, and pub by New Growth Press.
More from The Brave Union: morgangaynin.com/artists/the-...
#kidlitart #booksky
Out TODAY: The Sinuous Bargain of a Cowardly Prince by debut indie author Kayliani Shi, with gorgeous cover art by Dani Pendergast!
This medium-paced, introspective, no-spice romantic fantasy is a subversion of popular tropes.
See more of Dani's work:
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This medium-paced, introspective, no-spice romantic fantasy is a subversion of popular tropes.
See more of Dani's work:
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#booksky
October 21, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Out TODAY: The Sinuous Bargain of a Cowardly Prince by debut indie author Kayliani Shi, with gorgeous cover art by Dani Pendergast!
This medium-paced, introspective, no-spice romantic fantasy is a subversion of popular tropes.
See more of Dani's work:
morgangaynin.com/artists/dani...
#booksky
This medium-paced, introspective, no-spice romantic fantasy is a subversion of popular tropes.
See more of Dani's work:
morgangaynin.com/artists/dani...
#booksky
Philo promises she will get around to doing her homework...
Introducing: Today, I Promise! (Aujourd'hui, Promis!)
A picture book written and illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social
pub by @editionsfonfon.bsky.social
Explore more of Josée's work:
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Introducing: Today, I Promise! (Aujourd'hui, Promis!)
A picture book written and illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social
pub by @editionsfonfon.bsky.social
Explore more of Josée's work:
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#kidlit
October 15, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Philo promises she will get around to doing her homework...
Introducing: Today, I Promise! (Aujourd'hui, Promis!)
A picture book written and illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social
pub by @editionsfonfon.bsky.social
Explore more of Josée's work:
morgangaynin.com/artists/jose...
#kidlit
Introducing: Today, I Promise! (Aujourd'hui, Promis!)
A picture book written and illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social
pub by @editionsfonfon.bsky.social
Explore more of Josée's work:
morgangaynin.com/artists/jose...
#kidlit
👉 Naysa Dumé is a Dominican illustrator with a style which evokes celebration and highlights her pride in her culture. She uses expressive line work and color to create lively characters in imaginative worlds, striving to spread positivity through art.
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October 14, 2025 at 3:13 PM
👉 Naysa Dumé is a Dominican illustrator with a style which evokes celebration and highlights her pride in her culture. She uses expressive line work and color to create lively characters in imaginative worlds, striving to spread positivity through art.
morgangaynin.com/artists/nays...
morgangaynin.com/artists/nays...
👉 Beatriz Ortiz is a Cuban artist based in Brazil who illustrates through striking photo collage. She is talented in transforming ordinary found imagery into something vibrant, eye-catching and energetic.
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October 14, 2025 at 3:13 PM
👉 Beatriz Ortiz is a Cuban artist based in Brazil who illustrates through striking photo collage. She is talented in transforming ordinary found imagery into something vibrant, eye-catching and energetic.
morgangaynin.com/artists/beat...
morgangaynin.com/artists/beat...
👉 Raul Colón is a Puerto Rican illustrator who uses watercolor washes and etching to create rich textures and colors. New York City is his home as well as a resounding theme in his work, to which he brings a sense of magic and wonder.
morgangaynin.com/artists/raul...
morgangaynin.com/artists/raul...
October 14, 2025 at 3:13 PM
👉 Raul Colón is a Puerto Rican illustrator who uses watercolor washes and etching to create rich textures and colors. New York City is his home as well as a resounding theme in his work, to which he brings a sense of magic and wonder.
morgangaynin.com/artists/raul...
morgangaynin.com/artists/raul...
👉 Gaby D'Alessandro is a Dominican illustrator based in NYC. Inspired by nature and patterns, her dreamlike imagery is recognizable for its use of symbolic storytelling and elaborate botanical details.
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@gabydalessandro.bsky.social
morgangaynin.com/artists/gaby...
@gabydalessandro.bsky.social
October 14, 2025 at 3:13 PM
👉 Gaby D'Alessandro is a Dominican illustrator based in NYC. Inspired by nature and patterns, her dreamlike imagery is recognizable for its use of symbolic storytelling and elaborate botanical details.
morgangaynin.com/artists/gaby...
@gabydalessandro.bsky.social
morgangaynin.com/artists/gaby...
@gabydalessandro.bsky.social
“The visual representation of Friel and her life experiences is superbly rendered in fluid and bright images that highlight her accomplishments as a differently abled person rather than a singular focus on cerebral palsy.” – @slj.com Starred ⭐ Review
morgangaynin.com/project/rewr...
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September 25, 2025 at 4:31 PM
“The visual representation of Friel and her life experiences is superbly rendered in fluid and bright images that highlight her accomplishments as a differently abled person rather than a singular focus on cerebral palsy.” – @slj.com Starred ⭐ Review
morgangaynin.com/project/rewr...
morgangaynin.com/project/rewr...
Rewriting the Rules is a nonfiction picture book about Kathleen Friel, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at a young age. She went on to become a neuroscientist investigating how injured brains can build new connections, rewriting the rules for disability treatment.
September 25, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Rewriting the Rules is a nonfiction picture book about Kathleen Friel, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at a young age. She went on to become a neuroscientist investigating how injured brains can build new connections, rewriting the rules for disability treatment.
Josée Bisaillon’s newest illustrated nonfiction picture book is here!
Rewriting the Rules: Illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social, written by @drzathome.bsky.social, and published by @lernerbooks.bsky.social.
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#kidlit #kidlitart #booksky #STEMbooks
Rewriting the Rules: Illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social, written by @drzathome.bsky.social, and published by @lernerbooks.bsky.social.
morgangaynin.com/project/rewr...
#kidlit #kidlitart #booksky #STEMbooks
September 25, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Josée Bisaillon’s newest illustrated nonfiction picture book is here!
Rewriting the Rules: Illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social, written by @drzathome.bsky.social, and published by @lernerbooks.bsky.social.
morgangaynin.com/project/rewr...
#kidlit #kidlitart #booksky #STEMbooks
Rewriting the Rules: Illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social, written by @drzathome.bsky.social, and published by @lernerbooks.bsky.social.
morgangaynin.com/project/rewr...
#kidlit #kidlitart #booksky #STEMbooks
We heard it's #WorldElephantDay! Say hello to Elephant from Susan Gal's authored & illustrated picture book, TWOgether, a story about friendship and group play on a sunny day at the beach.
See more here: morgangaynin.com/project/twog...
#booksky #kidlit #kidlitart
See more here: morgangaynin.com/project/twog...
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August 12, 2025 at 7:13 PM
We heard it's #WorldElephantDay! Say hello to Elephant from Susan Gal's authored & illustrated picture book, TWOgether, a story about friendship and group play on a sunny day at the beach.
See more here: morgangaynin.com/project/twog...
#booksky #kidlit #kidlitart
See more here: morgangaynin.com/project/twog...
#booksky #kidlit #kidlitart
An intergenerational story about a nonbinary child who learns the tradition of well digging, Dancing With Water is a picture book about community, hope, and protecting the Earth’s water.
morgangaynin.com/project/danc...
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August 12, 2025 at 3:55 PM
An intergenerational story about a nonbinary child who learns the tradition of well digging, Dancing With Water is a picture book about community, hope, and protecting the Earth’s water.
morgangaynin.com/project/danc...
morgangaynin.com/project/danc...
Jock the Croc: How a crocodile became a Scotsman and how it could happen to you! Illustrated by Evgenia Penman, whose expressive style reflects the humor and surreal charm of the story.
See more here:
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See more here:
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July 15, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Jock the Croc: How a crocodile became a Scotsman and how it could happen to you! Illustrated by Evgenia Penman, whose expressive style reflects the humor and surreal charm of the story.
See more here:
morgangaynin.com/project/joc-...
#kidlit #kidlitart #childrensbooks
See more here:
morgangaynin.com/project/joc-...
#kidlit #kidlitart #childrensbooks
Welcome to Morgan Gaynin, Evgenia Penman!
Evgenia is a London-based illustrator with a lighthearted, cheerful style which highlights the pure silliness, exploration, and fun of childhood.
Explore her portfolio: morgangaynin.com/artists/evge...
#kidlitart #picturebookart #childrensillustration
Evgenia is a London-based illustrator with a lighthearted, cheerful style which highlights the pure silliness, exploration, and fun of childhood.
Explore her portfolio: morgangaynin.com/artists/evge...
#kidlitart #picturebookart #childrensillustration
July 10, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Welcome to Morgan Gaynin, Evgenia Penman!
Evgenia is a London-based illustrator with a lighthearted, cheerful style which highlights the pure silliness, exploration, and fun of childhood.
Explore her portfolio: morgangaynin.com/artists/evge...
#kidlitart #picturebookart #childrensillustration
Evgenia is a London-based illustrator with a lighthearted, cheerful style which highlights the pure silliness, exploration, and fun of childhood.
Explore her portfolio: morgangaynin.com/artists/evge...
#kidlitart #picturebookart #childrensillustration
Happy publication day to NO MORE CHAIRS - a story about a teacher who made a lifelong practice of inclusion after a childhood encounter with racism. Susan Gal partnered with @littlebrownyr.bsky.social and author Dan Gill to illustrate this true story.
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July 1, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Happy publication day to NO MORE CHAIRS - a story about a teacher who made a lifelong practice of inclusion after a childhood encounter with racism. Susan Gal partnered with @littlebrownyr.bsky.social and author Dan Gill to illustrate this true story.
morgangaynin.com/project/no-m...
morgangaynin.com/project/no-m...
And of course, Rebecca Lee Kunz's touching speech for her acceptance of the Caldecott Medal for Chooch Helped! @treeoflifestudio.bsky.social
#ALA25 #ALAAC25
#ALA25 #ALAAC25
July 1, 2025 at 4:54 PM
And of course, Rebecca Lee Kunz's touching speech for her acceptance of the Caldecott Medal for Chooch Helped! @treeoflifestudio.bsky.social
#ALA25 #ALAAC25
#ALA25 #ALAAC25
So many beautiful books to see at #ALAAC25 #ALA25 !
Illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social, @gabydalessandro.bsky.social, Susan Gal, & Victo Ngai
Illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social, @gabydalessandro.bsky.social, Susan Gal, & Victo Ngai
July 1, 2025 at 4:54 PM
So many beautiful books to see at #ALAAC25 #ALA25 !
Illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social, @gabydalessandro.bsky.social, Susan Gal, & Victo Ngai
Illustrated by @joseebisaillon.bsky.social, @gabydalessandro.bsky.social, Susan Gal, & Victo Ngai
Brian's work is layered with intricate line work and refined compositions, achieving organic textures whether made with traditional or digital media.
Explore his editorial and publishing portfolios here:
👉 morgangaynin.com/artists/bria...
👉 morgangaynin.com/artists/bria...
Explore his editorial and publishing portfolios here:
👉 morgangaynin.com/artists/bria...
👉 morgangaynin.com/artists/bria...
June 18, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Brian's work is layered with intricate line work and refined compositions, achieving organic textures whether made with traditional or digital media.
Explore his editorial and publishing portfolios here:
👉 morgangaynin.com/artists/bria...
👉 morgangaynin.com/artists/bria...
Explore his editorial and publishing portfolios here:
👉 morgangaynin.com/artists/bria...
👉 morgangaynin.com/artists/bria...
We're excited to announce Morgan Gaynin's newest illustrator: @brianbritigan.bsky.social 🎉
Powerful visual metaphors are quietly woven into Brian's illustrations, which are a great fit for stories focused on social issues, identity, education, tech, finance, and more.
Powerful visual metaphors are quietly woven into Brian's illustrations, which are a great fit for stories focused on social issues, identity, education, tech, finance, and more.
June 18, 2025 at 6:38 PM
We're excited to announce Morgan Gaynin's newest illustrator: @brianbritigan.bsky.social 🎉
Powerful visual metaphors are quietly woven into Brian's illustrations, which are a great fit for stories focused on social issues, identity, education, tech, finance, and more.
Powerful visual metaphors are quietly woven into Brian's illustrations, which are a great fit for stories focused on social issues, identity, education, tech, finance, and more.
"Spring is far more than just a changing of seasons; it's a rebirth of the spirit." —Toni Sorenson
Enjoy the world in bloom through the charming and joyful illustrations of Simona Mulazzani 🌷
morgangaynin.com/artists/simo...
#kidlit #kidlitart #childrensbooks #childrensillustration #nature
Enjoy the world in bloom through the charming and joyful illustrations of Simona Mulazzani 🌷
morgangaynin.com/artists/simo...
#kidlit #kidlitart #childrensbooks #childrensillustration #nature
May 12, 2025 at 3:37 PM
"Spring is far more than just a changing of seasons; it's a rebirth of the spirit." —Toni Sorenson
Enjoy the world in bloom through the charming and joyful illustrations of Simona Mulazzani 🌷
morgangaynin.com/artists/simo...
#kidlit #kidlitart #childrensbooks #childrensillustration #nature
Enjoy the world in bloom through the charming and joyful illustrations of Simona Mulazzani 🌷
morgangaynin.com/artists/simo...
#kidlit #kidlitart #childrensbooks #childrensillustration #nature
"The Earth is what we all have in common." - Wendell Berry
Happy #EarthDay! We're celebrating with author/illustrator Kristine Lombardi's My Wish for the World, published by Christy Ottaviano Books.
See more:
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Happy #EarthDay! We're celebrating with author/illustrator Kristine Lombardi's My Wish for the World, published by Christy Ottaviano Books.
See more:
morgangaynin.com/project/my-w...
#kidlit #kidlitart #booksky
April 22, 2025 at 6:32 PM
"The Earth is what we all have in common." - Wendell Berry
Happy #EarthDay! We're celebrating with author/illustrator Kristine Lombardi's My Wish for the World, published by Christy Ottaviano Books.
See more:
morgangaynin.com/project/my-w...
#kidlit #kidlitart #booksky
Happy #EarthDay! We're celebrating with author/illustrator Kristine Lombardi's My Wish for the World, published by Christy Ottaviano Books.
See more:
morgangaynin.com/project/my-w...
#kidlit #kidlitart #booksky
@joseebisaillon.bsky.social was nominated by IBBY Canada as the Canadian illustrator candidate for the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award – the highest international recognition given to creators of children's books. Congratulations Josée, such an amazing honor!
#HCAW2026 #HCAW #ibby #kidlit
#HCAW2026 #HCAW #ibby #kidlit
April 3, 2025 at 2:17 PM
@joseebisaillon.bsky.social was nominated by IBBY Canada as the Canadian illustrator candidate for the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award – the highest international recognition given to creators of children's books. Congratulations Josée, such an amazing honor!
#HCAW2026 #HCAW #ibby #kidlit
#HCAW2026 #HCAW #ibby #kidlit
It's #InternationalChildrensBookDay! Here are two more books illustrated by Josée Bisaillon @joseebisaillon.bsky.social that we're highlighting this week, which are also great stories for #neurodiversityawareness month.👇
#childrensbookday #kidlit #kidlitart #booksky
#childrensbookday #kidlit #kidlitart #booksky
April 2, 2025 at 2:47 PM
It's #InternationalChildrensBookDay! Here are two more books illustrated by Josée Bisaillon @joseebisaillon.bsky.social that we're highlighting this week, which are also great stories for #neurodiversityawareness month.👇
#childrensbookday #kidlit #kidlitart #booksky
#childrensbookday #kidlit #kidlitart #booksky
The beginning of Spring & National Poetry Month felt like a great time to feature @joseebisaillon.bsky.social's illustrations for Danielle Daniel's Sometimes I Feel Like a River – a collection of poems about children connecting with the wonders of nature. Pub. by @groundwoodbooks.bsky.social
April 1, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The beginning of Spring & National Poetry Month felt like a great time to feature @joseebisaillon.bsky.social's illustrations for Danielle Daniel's Sometimes I Feel Like a River – a collection of poems about children connecting with the wonders of nature. Pub. by @groundwoodbooks.bsky.social