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🌟🌟Debut Picture Book "The Sounds that Shelter Me" due Autumn 2026 Illustrated by Felishia Henditirto.🌟🌟

UK KidLit Writer and Illustrator
Represented by Essie White at Storm Literary Agency.

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Thanks so much to my wonderful agent @essiewhite.bsky.social at @stormliterary.bsky.social and my wonderful critique partners too!I
This beautiful, authentic #PB found an exceptional home at Magination Press. Written by @bibisenthi.bsky.social and illustrated by Felishia Henditirto THE SOUNDS THAT SHELTER ME speaks to sensory challenges a young child faces and how Tamil music brings comfort and calm @stormliterary.bsky.social
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Discover our curated collection of over 50 enchanting bird-themed picture books for children, guaranteed to inspire a love for nature and spark their imagination. 🐥🦆🦅🦉

Find them all here: barleyandbirch.com/read-50-bird...
September 10, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Another kidlit favourite in our home is by @sophyhenn.bsky.social with @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social

Time to Go with Ted!
We love the big flaps, and Ted imagining where they might go & who they'll meet at the shops or the park... Lots of animal noises to be made, & a cosy ending! 📚👍🏾
September 10, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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Hi BlueSky! Help me find other debut picture book author/illustrators with books coming out in 2026! Trying to find my people 🎨🖌️ #kidlit #2026debut
September 3, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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I joined a picture book marketing group with other author/illustrators who have books coming out in 2026
(pbmix26 on Instagram). Looking forward to lots of fun and celebration next year!! 🎉 #kidlit #picturebooks #KidLitMegaFeed
June 29, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Ooh me too! Mine is due autumn 2026, about a neurodivergent girl who uses the sounds of Tamil music to help her during a meltdown. From Magination Press.
Hey #kidlit I'm looking to join a marketing group for 2026 releases. Anybody got one starting up that needs more authors? My debut is due out in Spring '26 -- a lyrical NF PB from Reycraft.
September 10, 2025 at 7:32 AM
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It’s #portfolioday? In that case, hi! I’m Jennifer, an author-illustrator of all #kidlit, but my favorite is picture books! My debut comes out in 2026. 😃 I’d love any illustration project that involves weather, mood, and magic!
October 8, 2024 at 3:09 PM
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Happy #BookBirthday to MEMORY STONES and LES PIERRES DE MÉMOIRE by Kathy Kacer, illustrated by Hayley Lowe

When Sophie learns that some people place stones on loved ones’ graves, because stones last forever, she has an idea for a special way to remember her Granny.

#booksky #NewBooks #CanadianLit
September 2, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Recently read Words That Taste Like Home by Sandhya Parappukkaran. A beautiful picture book about an immigrant boy struggling to stay connected to the world he left behind. Michelle Pereira’s illustrations are enchanting, full of rich colours and soft textures. Heartfelt. 1/2

💙📚👍🏼 #BookSky #KidLit
August 7, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Omg I am soooo excited by the sketches and storyboards from the artist bringing my text to life. There's so much movement, it's warm, dreamy, and just gorgeous!! Cannot wait!
August 3, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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#Agents and acquiring #editors, #PitchDis is a little over two months away! Please make sure to register for the event so you can access pitches September 16-19.

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July 7, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Thanks so much to my wonderful agent @essiewhite.bsky.social at @stormliterary.bsky.social and my wonderful critique partners too!I
This beautiful, authentic #PB found an exceptional home at Magination Press. Written by @bibisenthi.bsky.social and illustrated by Felishia Henditirto THE SOUNDS THAT SHELTER ME speaks to sensory challenges a young child faces and how Tamil music brings comfort and calm @stormliterary.bsky.social
July 25, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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This beautiful, authentic #PB found an exceptional home at Magination Press. Written by @bibisenthi.bsky.social and illustrated by Felishia Henditirto THE SOUNDS THAT SHELTER ME speaks to sensory challenges a young child faces and how Tamil music brings comfort and calm @stormliterary.bsky.social
July 24, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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Take a look at this cutie by Alice Wong! 😍

Check out this artist's #portfolio 👉 childrensillustrators.com/alicewongill...

#kidlitart
July 20, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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I’m hiring an editorial assistant! Position will report to me and the director of our Graphic Novel program. You will get to work on childrens and our New Adult imprint. Apply here: jobs.jobvite.com/hachette-boo...
Hachette Book Group is looking for Editorial Assistant, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers.
Hachette Book Group is looking for Editorial Assistant, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. Learn more or Jobvite a friend.
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July 10, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Did you know it's International Moon Day on the 20th July?
A late #KidLitArtPostcard
July 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Success isn't about avoiding mistakes - it's about getting back up, trying again, and embracing the joy in every attempt, experiment, and discovery. Celebrate mistakes in your class or library with these great picture books.
Embrace Mistakes, Celebrate Imperfections - Penguin Random House
Learn more about these perfectly imperfect stories that inspire fresh ideas and turn challenges into unexpected wins.
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July 5, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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I suspect many of us share the sentiment of Madeleine L'Engle - “You have to write the book that wants to be written. And if the book will be too difficult for grown-ups, then you write it for children.” #kidlitchat
July 2, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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PAU: THE LAST SONG OF THE KAUA'I ʻŌʻŌ by Tony Piedra and Mackenzie Joy. 📚👍
What a poignant, important story--with an uplifting reminder that if we act, it's not too late to prevent further extinctions. Fantastic back matter. Beautiful and detailed illustrations. #kidlit 💚
June 27, 2025 at 2:01 AM
Another baby #boardbook

Global Babies!
Photos of adorable babies on every page. Littles like: seeing real babies, colourful traditional clothes, kissing the babies (not disintegrated yet), copying sleeping/smiling/tongue poking out poses, and since 13 months, loves the words, esp the ending. ❤️ 📚👍🏾
June 24, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Another absolute favourite since Little 1 was 4 months and still going strong at 14 months!

Baby Loves Quantum Physics by Ruth Spiro and Irene Chan

A simple book, cute illustrations, and lots of opportunities to do exaggerated meows and asleep/awake noises/gestures. 📚👍🏾

#kidlit #picturebooks
June 11, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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Cannot believe it but I signed two #PB contracts this year! And my book with @TielmourPress
is on its way! Yippee!! Can NOT wait to work with the immensely talented @suetodd.bsky.social
December 16, 2024 at 8:29 PM
Turns out, this is a hit! The fluffy foxes and the little windows are winning pages! 📚👍🏾
Wow a little gem from T4 Tales. Gorgeous little book of a Tamil nursery rhyme with flaps and pulls and even scratch and sniff. Bonus of English script for pronunciation. ❤️🌕 Love it! Hope the babies do too!
June 9, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Niblings have LOVED the pictures and word play since 4/6 months. Now 9 & 14 months, they understand and enjoy it even more.

Fun read aloud, but 5 times in a row can be tough!

*Author is a critique partner but my sore throat is evidence that the review is genuine. 📚👍🏾 @littletigeruk.bsky.social
June 3, 2025 at 9:42 AM