Brian Gene Olson
@bgowriter.bsky.social
#Kidlit #poet from the PNW. Words in LADYBUG, BABYBUG, THE SCHOOL MAGAZINE, HIGHLIGHTS HELLO. #SCBWI. #80s kid. Member of The Poets' Garage.
http://briangeneolson.weebly.com
https://willowcroft.blog/2021/04/09/five-things-friday-mini-interview-with-author
http://briangeneolson.weebly.com
https://willowcroft.blog/2021/04/09/five-things-friday-mini-interview-with-author
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Since I haven't yet offered a Bluesky introduction post...
Hi, I'm Brian. I write children's poems and songs, some of which have appeared in Ladybug, Babybug, The School Magazine, and Highlights Hello. I'm looking to connect with new #kidlit peeps (and reconnect with old ones from Brand X).
Hi, I'm Brian. I write children's poems and songs, some of which have appeared in Ladybug, Babybug, The School Magazine, and Highlights Hello. I'm looking to connect with new #kidlit peeps (and reconnect with old ones from Brand X).
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Year of the Horse.
I’d like a pink one, please.
With bells and tassels.
I’d like a pink one, please.
With bells and tassels.
February 13, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Year of the Horse.
I’d like a pink one, please.
With bells and tassels.
I’d like a pink one, please.
With bells and tassels.
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The only thing more powerful than hate is love.
-Bad Bunny
-Bad Bunny
February 10, 2026 at 7:25 PM
The only thing more powerful than hate is love.
-Bad Bunny
-Bad Bunny
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A while back I created a Massachusetts Kidlit starter pack. If you’re looking to find and follow Mass book creators, bookstores, festivals, and organizations, please check it out! (And if you are in Mass and want to be added, let me know!) go.bsky.app/HLF9f5R
February 18, 2026 at 1:21 AM
A while back I created a Massachusetts Kidlit starter pack. If you’re looking to find and follow Mass book creators, bookstores, festivals, and organizations, please check it out! (And if you are in Mass and want to be added, let me know!) go.bsky.app/HLF9f5R
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News related to my indie game City of the Seven Masks demo disc.
I made a new announcement going into detail about my new plans for the game.
you can view it here:
thebargainbeddev.itch.io/tbbd-demo-di...
The original version will stay up as a preview for now.
#indiegames #gaming #indiedev
I made a new announcement going into detail about my new plans for the game.
you can view it here:
thebargainbeddev.itch.io/tbbd-demo-di...
The original version will stay up as a preview for now.
#indiegames #gaming #indiedev
New focus for the rest of development
Hello again! I am making this post because there are now major changes to how I am approaching this project. This is mainly because I had new ideas for how to structure the project and for deeper stor...
thebargainbeddev.itch.io
February 17, 2026 at 9:06 AM
News related to my indie game City of the Seven Masks demo disc.
I made a new announcement going into detail about my new plans for the game.
you can view it here:
thebargainbeddev.itch.io/tbbd-demo-di...
The original version will stay up as a preview for now.
#indiegames #gaming #indiedev
I made a new announcement going into detail about my new plans for the game.
you can view it here:
thebargainbeddev.itch.io/tbbd-demo-di...
The original version will stay up as a preview for now.
#indiegames #gaming #indiedev
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For those interested I actually have a video of the music I made for my upcoming indie game City of the Seven Masks demo disc.
I am not the greatest composer but I hope you enjoy anyway.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeDq...
I may make more videos of music in the future.
#IndieDev #Gaming #GameMusic
I am not the greatest composer but I hope you enjoy anyway.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeDq...
I may make more videos of music in the future.
#IndieDev #Gaming #GameMusic
Cotsm Demo Disc Music
YouTube video by TheBargainBedDev
www.youtube.com
February 18, 2026 at 2:24 AM
For those interested I actually have a video of the music I made for my upcoming indie game City of the Seven Masks demo disc.
I am not the greatest composer but I hope you enjoy anyway.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeDq...
I may make more videos of music in the future.
#IndieDev #Gaming #GameMusic
I am not the greatest composer but I hope you enjoy anyway.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeDq...
I may make more videos of music in the future.
#IndieDev #Gaming #GameMusic
Nancy Drew speedpaint - ghost dogs of moon lake
YouTube video by Starlit Void
www.youtube.com
February 16, 2026 at 10:56 PM
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My son's doing an indie game thingy.😁
www.youtube.com/shorts/68x0V...
www.youtube.com/shorts/68x0V...
Cotsm Saga Demo Disc Teaser #gamedevblog #gamedev
YouTube video by TheBargainBedDev
www.youtube.com
February 7, 2026 at 6:20 AM
My son's doing an indie game thingy.😁
www.youtube.com/shorts/68x0V...
www.youtube.com/shorts/68x0V...
Twelve Angry Men Never Let Me Go
Merge two movie titles for an unsettling result:
While You Were Sleeping With the Enemy
While You Were Sleeping With the Enemy
February 9, 2026 at 2:14 AM
Twelve Angry Men Never Let Me Go
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Just a tiny bit late for #kidlitartpostcard! I create paper collages by hand. I'd love to work on PBs and covers.
#kidlitpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart
#kidlitpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart
February 6, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Just a tiny bit late for #kidlitartpostcard! I create paper collages by hand. I'd love to work on PBs and covers.
#kidlitpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart
#kidlitpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart
My son's doing an indie game thingy.😁
www.youtube.com/shorts/68x0V...
www.youtube.com/shorts/68x0V...
Cotsm Saga Demo Disc Teaser #gamedevblog #gamedev
YouTube video by TheBargainBedDev
www.youtube.com
February 7, 2026 at 6:20 AM
My son's doing an indie game thingy.😁
www.youtube.com/shorts/68x0V...
www.youtube.com/shorts/68x0V...
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So excited to share the cover reveal of my new book today!
Two years in the making!!
@moonandbirdbooks.bsky.social
@penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social
Two years in the making!!
@moonandbirdbooks.bsky.social
@penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social
January 29, 2026 at 4:42 PM
So excited to share the cover reveal of my new book today!
Two years in the making!!
@moonandbirdbooks.bsky.social
@penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social
Two years in the making!!
@moonandbirdbooks.bsky.social
@penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social
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We are all in this together. #kidlitart #picturebookillustrator
January 21, 2026 at 9:23 PM
We are all in this together. #kidlitart #picturebookillustrator
oc speedpaint - Briar Rose
YouTube video by Starlit Void
www.youtube.com
February 2, 2026 at 3:52 AM
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December 27, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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Hi! 👋 I’m Alexandra Thompson, Maine based author & illustrator. I’m currently working on a few new manuscripts, but always on the lookout for a great story filled with heart and humor to bring to life. 🎨 #kidlitartpostcard
Rep’d by the wonderful Hannah Mann at Writers House.
Rep’d by the wonderful Hannah Mann at Writers House.
December 5, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Hi! 👋 I’m Alexandra Thompson, Maine based author & illustrator. I’m currently working on a few new manuscripts, but always on the lookout for a great story filled with heart and humor to bring to life. 🎨 #kidlitartpostcard
Rep’d by the wonderful Hannah Mann at Writers House.
Rep’d by the wonderful Hannah Mann at Writers House.
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October 13, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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2025 has been such a crazy year! Some really difficult times in my personal life. Some amazing moments with my art life. I created some pieces I am really proud of this year. I am grateful for the time & space I have to make art & for the lovely people who have supported me. #ArtVSArtist2025
December 29, 2025 at 5:46 PM
2025 has been such a crazy year! Some really difficult times in my personal life. Some amazing moments with my art life. I created some pieces I am really proud of this year. I am grateful for the time & space I have to make art & for the lovely people who have supported me. #ArtVSArtist2025
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PLENTY OF PANCAKES is a Kids' Indie Next List pick for Jan/Feb 2026! Thank you, independent booksellers!
This sequel to my debut book Dozens of Doughnuts releases 1/27/26. You can preorder a signed copy at my local store, Belmont Books, & they will ship it to you! 🥞 belmontbooks.bsky.social
This sequel to my debut book Dozens of Doughnuts releases 1/27/26. You can preorder a signed copy at my local store, Belmont Books, & they will ship it to you! 🥞 belmontbooks.bsky.social
December 12, 2025 at 1:39 AM
PLENTY OF PANCAKES is a Kids' Indie Next List pick for Jan/Feb 2026! Thank you, independent booksellers!
This sequel to my debut book Dozens of Doughnuts releases 1/27/26. You can preorder a signed copy at my local store, Belmont Books, & they will ship it to you! 🥞 belmontbooks.bsky.social
This sequel to my debut book Dozens of Doughnuts releases 1/27/26. You can preorder a signed copy at my local store, Belmont Books, & they will ship it to you! 🥞 belmontbooks.bsky.social
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Want to learn about the making of TORRIBLE PUNS, and get a chance to win a free copy? Check out the Picture Book Builders post below!
picturebookbuilders.com/2025/12/torr...
picturebookbuilders.com/2025/12/torr...
TORRIBLE PUNS + Interview with author Tricia Torrible + a Giveaway!
picturebookbuilders.com
December 17, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Want to learn about the making of TORRIBLE PUNS, and get a chance to win a free copy? Check out the Picture Book Builders post below!
picturebookbuilders.com/2025/12/torr...
picturebookbuilders.com/2025/12/torr...
We need water - oc animatic
YouTube video by Starlit Void
www.youtube.com
December 21, 2025 at 12:39 AM
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Teachers & librarians - my World Read Aloud Day slots filled up VERY quickly, but I'm going to offer another day of free virtual visits in January, in celebration of the upcoming release of Plenty of Pancakes. Subscribe to my newsletter for more info in the next issue! carriefinison.com/newsletter/
December 4, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Teachers & librarians - my World Read Aloud Day slots filled up VERY quickly, but I'm going to offer another day of free virtual visits in January, in celebration of the upcoming release of Plenty of Pancakes. Subscribe to my newsletter for more info in the next issue! carriefinison.com/newsletter/
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LET'S CELEBRATE HANUKKAH! 🎉Please save the date for FRIDAY DEC 12 at 11:30am ET when I'll be reading LITTLE DREIDEL on @scholastic.bsky.social StoryVoice! The 30-min virtual program is FREE! Sign up at storyvoice.scholastic.com! Hope to see you there!
December 1, 2025 at 9:27 PM
LET'S CELEBRATE HANUKKAH! 🎉Please save the date for FRIDAY DEC 12 at 11:30am ET when I'll be reading LITTLE DREIDEL on @scholastic.bsky.social StoryVoice! The 30-min virtual program is FREE! Sign up at storyvoice.scholastic.com! Hope to see you there!
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The gift-giving season is here! I'm happy to offer autographed and personalized (and VERY CUTE!) custom bookplates for each of my books. Request through my Google form: carriefinison.com/bookplate and I will personalize, sign, and drop it in the mail to you!
December 2, 2025 at 1:23 AM
The gift-giving season is here! I'm happy to offer autographed and personalized (and VERY CUTE!) custom bookplates for each of my books. Request through my Google form: carriefinison.com/bookplate and I will personalize, sign, and drop it in the mail to you!