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Andrea Brown Literary Agency
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We are a full service literary agency repping the best books in the world since 1981. (Not that we're biased.) We LOVE books and their creators! www.andreabrownlit.com
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Congratulations to Mitali Perkins, whose HOPE IN THE VALLEY is a finalist in the California Young Reader Medal program! We hope the children of California love this book as much as we do. www.californiayoungreadermedal.org/nominees
Nominees — California Young Reader Medal
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February 3, 2026 at 5:20 PM
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I love seeing S. Isabelle's THE GREAT MISFORTUNE OF STELLA SEDGWICK on the American Library Association's 2026 Rise: A Feminist Book Project List! www.ala.org/srrt/2026-ri...
2026 Rise: A Feminist Book Project List
2026 Rise: A Feminist Book Project List
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February 3, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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Happy Book Birthday to the luminous new picture book BEATRIX AND THE UNICORN by Lita Judge!

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The cover of the Picture Book BEATRIX AND THE UNICORN, which features a gold-framed painting of a young seated girl who appears to be a medieval peasant, reverentially gazing at and reaching out to a dappled white unicorn tapestry that seems to almost be coming alive. The title is in gold above the frame, and both frame and title are on a mulberry-and-mauve floral motif background.
February 10, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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It's a cover reveal!!

She's Cinderella...

She's an axolotl...

She's...AXOLOTL-ELLA!

Illustrated by @liantomato.bsky.social & coming from Ten Speed Press in June!
February 12, 2026 at 5:42 PM
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So excited for this beautiful book by @joannahowrites.bsky.social
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February 12, 2026 at 11:23 PM
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I’M SO HAPPY YOU’RE HERE: A CELEBRATION OF LIBRARY JOY by Mychal Threets, illustrated by Lorraine Nam, is not only a USA Today Bestseller—it’s also officially an indie bestseller!! 🥳

Cheering for you, Mychal! Congratulations!

Link to buy at bookshop dot org

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I'M SO HAPPY YOU'RE HERE: A CELEBRATION OF LIBRARY JOY written by Mychal Threets, illustrated by Lorraine Nam, is an indie bestseller!
February 12, 2026 at 5:32 PM
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I’M SO HAPPY YOU’RE HERE: A CELEBRATION OF LIBRARY JOY by Mychal Threets, illustrated by Lorraine Nam, is a USA Today Bestseller!

Congratulations, Mychal!

Link to buy at bookshop dot org

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I’M SO HAPPY YOU’RE HERE: A CELEBRATION OF LIBRARY JOY by Mychal Threets, illustrated by Lorraine Nam, is a USA Today Bestseller!
February 11, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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ONE DAY by Joanna Ho, illustrated by Faith Pray, is a USA Today bestseller!! 🥳

Congratulations, Joanna and Caryn!

Link to buy at bookshop dot org

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ONE DAY by Joanna Ho, illustrated by Faith Pray, is a USA Today Bestseller!
February 11, 2026 at 6:22 PM
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🎨 Illustrator spotlight on Manuel Molvar!

Manuel is represented by Saritza Hernández and interested in illustrating graphic novels, black & white interiors, and nonfiction for middle grade and YA titles.

Check out Manuel's illustrator page!

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Colorful illustration of a sunlit mountain valley where a herd of goats moves along a winding path, while a parent and child stand on a grassy hillside looking out over the landscape, a young goat with a blue ribbon is beside them. Black and white illustration of four children sitting side by side on a bus or train, each with different expressions ranging from worried to carefree. Illustration of a smiling child floating on their back in a pond, surrounded by frogs resting on lily pads and cattails. Illustration of a goat with mottled brown and cream-colored fur, curved horns, and a blue collar, smiling and looking to the right.
February 11, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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This #PB, although written about a time long past, feels very relevant today. And gives me hope. Resilience is often exemplified through art. BLOOMING BEHIND BARBED WIRE is beautifully written by @tracihuahn.bsky.social and illustrated by @mayumisasage.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social #kidlit
February 10, 2026 at 11:51 PM
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Happy Book Birthday to the next volume of EOWULF! @mikecavallaro.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social
February 10, 2026 at 10:32 PM
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On February 2, feminist organizer Gloria Steinem (l.) and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Leymah Gbowee (r.) celebrated the launch of their new picture book, Rise, Girl, Rise (Orchard), illustrated by Kah Yangni, at 92NY in Manhattan. The event featured a book discussion and closed with a signing.
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February 6, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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The romance genre continues to reign supreme, with one particular format growing in popularity: graphic novels for teens. We spoke with the creators of six forthcoming projects that display how the medium might just be the new literary fix for lovers of love.
YA Romance Goes Graphic
The romance genre continues to reign supreme, with one particular format growing in popularity: graphic novels for teens.
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February 10, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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My monthly sticker club is now open!
Shopgabbyzapata.Com 🤗💕 They’ll open every *10th* of each month so come on in and join on the chisme and stickers!
February 10, 2026 at 6:05 PM
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💘Do you celebrate Valentine’s Day? Or Galentine’s/Palentine’s? Or Pawlentines 🐾? Or none of the above?

I was excited to get my first #HighlightsMagazine gig!

#kidlitart #illustration #artprocess #artptocessvideo

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February 10, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Tuesdays are for new books! 🎉

Have you checked out these new releases by our clients yet?

Find them at your local bookstore or library today! 📚
Client books that released in the last two weeks!
February 10, 2026 at 3:36 PM
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🎨 Illustrator spotlight on Heidi Woodward Sheffield!

Heidi is represented by Laura Rennert and interested in illustrating picture books, non-fiction, and middle grade books.

Check out Heidi's illustrator page!
Kids in the grass: From ICE CREAM FACE by Heidi Woodward Sheffield • Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library • Nancy Paulsen Books, Penguin/Random House A child reading a book with face in the moon looking on curiously A sleeping child snuggled up with a sleeping dog with a quilt in bed Papi and Luis: From BRICK BY BRICK by Heidi Woodward Sheffield • Ezra Jack Keats Award for Illustration, 2021 • Nancy Paulsen Books, Penguin/Random House
February 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Congratulations to WE GO SLOW by Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie, illustrated by Aaron Becker on winning the SCBWI 2026 Golden Kite Award for Picture Book Text! 🥳🎉

If you missed it, you can watch the replay of the Golden Kite Awards here.

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WE GO SLOW by Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie, illustrated by Aaron Becker won the SCBWI 2026 Golden Kite Award for Picture Book Text!
February 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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We're elated to share this starred review from Kirkus for EOWULF: THE CREATURE CONNECTION written and illustrated by Mike Cavallaro!

Read the full Kirkus review here ⭐

In stores everywhere Feb 10!

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"When mayhem erupts and a weapon of mass destruction falls into the wrong hands, Eowulf returns to save the day. In this second graphic offering following Eowulf: Of Monsters & Middle School (2024), New Jersey native Eowulf Wegmund (a descendant of Beowulf) is working at Vulcan’s Celestial Supply Shop. She receives an assignment from Vulcan, and not a moment too soon: She’d do just about anything to get out of cleaning her messy room. She’s tasked with guarding Balor’s Helm, a powerful helmet—and “one of the most destructive magical artifacts in history”— that’s being used as a prop on a movie set. At the Metropolitan Studios in Queens, she meets the monster stars Umo Klegginshredder and Vexla Verhoon. While on set, Eowulf learns that actors have been disappearing, including Umo’s dear friend Grogin Bransgoery—and when the helmet is stolen, Eowulf is on the case. Cavallaro’s sequel is bright and boisterous, blending vibrant, cinematic illustrations with engaging storytelling; it’s a great jumping-in point for new readers and a thrill for those already familiar with the first entry. Like its predecessor, this work features a strong emphasis on friendship and family, spotlighting the importance of human (and monster!) connection. Light-skinned, redheaded Eowulf is surrounded by a racially diverse supporting cast. The story draws from Irish, Finnish, and other world mythologies; fans of Rick Riordan’s expansive oeuvre will find much to enjoy here. Two thumbs up for this delightful movie-themed romp." - Kirkus starred review for EOWULF: THE CREATURE CONNECTION by Mike Cavallaro
February 8, 2026 at 11:13 PM
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Celebrating our newest book deals! 🥳

🪦 GRIM REAPER GIRL, a graphic novel, by Celina Frenn, illustrated by Mari Luoma

✏️ PENCIL & ERASER: RAIN OR WHINE!, the fourth in the early reader graphic novel series, written and illustrated by Jenny Alvarado

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Adaptor of the KEEPER OF THE LOST CITIES graphic novel and author of SPY GRANDMA Celina Frenn's GRIM REAPER GIRL, in which a 16-year-old girl, who desperately longs for a normal life, runs over a grim reaper with her hearse and inherits his powers; now stuck with a death clock over everyone's head, a best friend with a crush directed at her, a cute ghostly guide she doesn't trust, and bodies piling up, she must decide if she's meant for high school—or for death itself, illustrated by Mari Luoma, to Emily Duffy at Union Square Kids, for publication in summer 2028, by Jemiscoe Chambers-Black while at Andrea Brown Literary Agency for the author, and by Christie Megill at The CAT Agency for the illustrator (world). Author-illustrator Jenny Alvarado's PENCIL & ERASER: RAIN OR WHINE!, the fourth book in the series, in which a sudden storm derails the summer break plans of these two best friend school supplies, and it falls to the normally grouchy eraser to help make pencil's blues disappear, to Chris Hernandez at Putnam Children's, in a nice deal, by Kelly Sonnack at Andrea Brown Literary Agency (world).
February 6, 2026 at 10:12 PM
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Happy new year and greetings for another #kidlitpostcardday! I'm Phoebe Zeng, a #kidlitillustrator based in Australia. You can find my full portfolio on phoebecreates.com.au

I'm represented by
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#kidlitpostcard #kidlitcommunity #kidlitart
a illustration of a man tending two horses in front of a pond. he is brushing the blue horse while the brown horse at the front take a sip from the pond.
February 6, 2026 at 7:44 AM
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Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! ✨

I’m Tori! I love to use bright colours & textures to bring silly, heartwarming & joyful characters to life! Open for all PB projects

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A mermaid with ginger hair is fanned out on the floor, and a girl with dark purple hair is lying down on the floor with different objects layed out beside them
February 5, 2026 at 10:17 PM
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I’m so excited to share this news! Pencil & Eraser are getting a 4th book!! 🙌🎉🥹
I’m overjoyed to continue working with Chris, Kyra, and the rest of the @putnambooks.bsky.social team!! ☺️ So many thanks to @ksonnack.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social 💕
Image include a deal announcement for a new book by Jenny Alvarado. There are two anthropomorphized characters in the bottom right, Pencil and Eraser. Pencil is invading Erasers space and while exclaiming “Another book!” Eraser is not amused.
February 5, 2026 at 6:52 PM
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🦄🧜‍♀️🧚‍♀️🐲What’s your favorite mythical creature?

👋 My name’s Mark Hoffmann. I have two eyes, and depth perception. I’m a #kidlit author/illustrator, always looking for my next book project!

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Stylized collage and paint illustration in purples and greens: a cyclops with a wooden club sits atop a pile of skulls. Next to him is a Greek column above the column is the word “Cyclops“ Below the illustration is the text: Mark Hoffmann author & illustrator studiohoffmann.com
February 5, 2026 at 6:16 PM
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Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Hi art directors, editors and authors I love storytelling and illustrating the worlds your characters live in. Please reach out if you would like to work together.

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Agent: caryn@andreabrownlit.com
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Illustration of a child and a dog having a quiet conversation.
February 5, 2026 at 5:23 PM