BookHive '25
@bookhive25.bsky.social
We're a group of 12 #KidLit creators all abuzz about our books coming out in 2025!
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Insta & Threads: @bookhive_25
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November 8, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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THE ONLY GHOST IN SCHOOL by @tarajhannon.bsky.social is filled with laugh-out-loud and heart-tugging moments. Kiddos will abso-BOO-tely love the super fun wordplay, clever illustrations, and hilarious lines in this faboolous book about friendship, celebrating differences, and being yourself! #kidlit
November 2, 2025 at 1:39 PM
THE ONLY GHOST IN SCHOOL by @tarajhannon.bsky.social is filled with laugh-out-loud and heart-tugging moments. Kiddos will abso-BOO-tely love the super fun wordplay, clever illustrations, and hilarious lines in this faboolous book about friendship, celebrating differences, and being yourself! #kidlit
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Ghostie 🧡 Part II! This sweet CB addresses challenges kids face like the ups & downs of friendship, learning to say sorry, standing up for others, embracing differences, & self-love. THE ONLY GHOST AT SUMMER CAMP by @tarajhannon.bsky.social is a howling good time with lovely layers & adorable art!
November 2, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Ghostie 🧡 Part II! This sweet CB addresses challenges kids face like the ups & downs of friendship, learning to say sorry, standing up for others, embracing differences, & self-love. THE ONLY GHOST AT SUMMER CAMP by @tarajhannon.bsky.social is a howling good time with lovely layers & adorable art!
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So many kiddos will relate to this sweet and funny sibling story! With charming text & hilarious illustrations, STICKY HERMANA by @asiqueira.bsky.social & @oliviadecastro.bsky.social shows readers the importance of being honest, setting boundaries, & learning to appreciate special sibling moments. 💕
November 11, 2025 at 8:14 PM
So many kiddos will relate to this sweet and funny sibling story! With charming text & hilarious illustrations, STICKY HERMANA by @asiqueira.bsky.social & @oliviadecastro.bsky.social shows readers the importance of being honest, setting boundaries, & learning to appreciate special sibling moments. 💕
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November 4, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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✨ COMMISSIONS OPEN (kind of!)
I’m auctioning a rare #commission spot for @geekgirlcon ‘s virtual silent auction! GGC is a nonprofit, 100% volunteer-run convention in Seattle that has been a safe space for marginalized fandom folks for the past 10+ years.
➡️visit givebutter.com/c/KKmh5b/auc...
I’m auctioning a rare #commission spot for @geekgirlcon ‘s virtual silent auction! GGC is a nonprofit, 100% volunteer-run convention in Seattle that has been a safe space for marginalized fandom folks for the past 10+ years.
➡️visit givebutter.com/c/KKmh5b/auc...
November 4, 2025 at 8:24 PM
✨ COMMISSIONS OPEN (kind of!)
I’m auctioning a rare #commission spot for @geekgirlcon ‘s virtual silent auction! GGC is a nonprofit, 100% volunteer-run convention in Seattle that has been a safe space for marginalized fandom folks for the past 10+ years.
➡️visit givebutter.com/c/KKmh5b/auc...
I’m auctioning a rare #commission spot for @geekgirlcon ‘s virtual silent auction! GGC is a nonprofit, 100% volunteer-run convention in Seattle that has been a safe space for marginalized fandom folks for the past 10+ years.
➡️visit givebutter.com/c/KKmh5b/auc...
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Happy #NationalRedHeadDay from Zack, my sweet ginger boy from BINNA’S DALGONA
November 5, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Happy #NationalRedHeadDay from Zack, my sweet ginger boy from BINNA’S DALGONA
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Happy #NationalRedHeadDay from Birdie! Here’s a little queer joy by @kipalizadeh.net from THE WISHING FLOWER to brighten your day! 💕🌈💕 #kidlit #booksky
November 5, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Happy #NationalRedHeadDay from Birdie! Here’s a little queer joy by @kipalizadeh.net from THE WISHING FLOWER to brighten your day! 💕🌈💕 #kidlit #booksky
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Post your space art ⭐ 🌏 ⭐
November 5, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Post your space art ⭐ 🌏 ⭐
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It's #KidLitArtPostcard day!
I’m queer, neurodiverse #KidLitArt illustrator who favors
- sketchy lines
- playful patterns
- luscious lighting
- quirky characters
- tons of texture
- sweetly subversive humor
www.authorkellymangan.com/portfolio
Rep: @tajmccoy.bsky.social
#kidlitart
I’m queer, neurodiverse #KidLitArt illustrator who favors
- sketchy lines
- playful patterns
- luscious lighting
- quirky characters
- tons of texture
- sweetly subversive humor
www.authorkellymangan.com/portfolio
Rep: @tajmccoy.bsky.social
#kidlitart
November 6, 2025 at 4:03 PM
It's #KidLitArtPostcard day!
I’m queer, neurodiverse #KidLitArt illustrator who favors
- sketchy lines
- playful patterns
- luscious lighting
- quirky characters
- tons of texture
- sweetly subversive humor
www.authorkellymangan.com/portfolio
Rep: @tajmccoy.bsky.social
#kidlitart
I’m queer, neurodiverse #KidLitArt illustrator who favors
- sketchy lines
- playful patterns
- luscious lighting
- quirky characters
- tons of texture
- sweetly subversive humor
www.authorkellymangan.com/portfolio
Rep: @tajmccoy.bsky.social
#kidlitart
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Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day!
I'm Stacey & I’m always on the lookout for colourful, magical & sweet #pb projects!
Portfolio - staceybyer.com
Rep'd - @christaheschke.bsky.social @danieledhunter.bsky.social
@bookhive25.bsky.social
Email: stacebyer@gmail.com
#kidlit #illustration #caribbeankidlit
I'm Stacey & I’m always on the lookout for colourful, magical & sweet #pb projects!
Portfolio - staceybyer.com
Rep'd - @christaheschke.bsky.social @danieledhunter.bsky.social
@bookhive25.bsky.social
Email: stacebyer@gmail.com
#kidlit #illustration #caribbeankidlit
November 6, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day!
I'm Stacey & I’m always on the lookout for colourful, magical & sweet #pb projects!
Portfolio - staceybyer.com
Rep'd - @christaheschke.bsky.social @danieledhunter.bsky.social
@bookhive25.bsky.social
Email: stacebyer@gmail.com
#kidlit #illustration #caribbeankidlit
I'm Stacey & I’m always on the lookout for colourful, magical & sweet #pb projects!
Portfolio - staceybyer.com
Rep'd - @christaheschke.bsky.social @danieledhunter.bsky.social
@bookhive25.bsky.social
Email: stacebyer@gmail.com
#kidlit #illustration #caribbeankidlit
Happy Book Birthday to @asiqueira.bsky.social & OIivia de Castro for their sweet, funny, vibrant sibling book STICKY HERMANA. Perfect for older siblings looking for space to themselves, as well as younger siblings who are still learning to give it to them.
ORDER NOW!
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ORDER NOW!
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October 28, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Happy Book Birthday to @asiqueira.bsky.social & OIivia de Castro for their sweet, funny, vibrant sibling book STICKY HERMANA. Perfect for older siblings looking for space to themselves, as well as younger siblings who are still learning to give it to them.
ORDER NOW!
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bookshop.org/p/books/stic...
HUGE congratulations to @jessjhernandez.bsky.social, Ruymán Hernandez, and @teresamtz.bsky.social for their picture book I WANT TO DANCE IN PANTS, which won this honor from the International Latino Book Awards!
October 28, 2025 at 2:41 AM
HUGE congratulations to @jessjhernandez.bsky.social, Ruymán Hernandez, and @teresamtz.bsky.social for their picture book I WANT TO DANCE IN PANTS, which won this honor from the International Latino Book Awards!
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Thank you, @changinghands.bsky.social! 🩷💜💙
“Explore the word "bi" and its many meanings with little ones who are dipping their toes in the ocean of love and its countless beautiful forms. <3 —B.” #kidlit #booksky www.changinghands.com/page/changin...
“Explore the word "bi" and its many meanings with little ones who are dipping their toes in the ocean of love and its countless beautiful forms. <3 —B.” #kidlit #booksky www.changinghands.com/page/changin...
October 23, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Thank you, @changinghands.bsky.social! 🩷💜💙
“Explore the word "bi" and its many meanings with little ones who are dipping their toes in the ocean of love and its countless beautiful forms. <3 —B.” #kidlit #booksky www.changinghands.com/page/changin...
“Explore the word "bi" and its many meanings with little ones who are dipping their toes in the ocean of love and its countless beautiful forms. <3 —B.” #kidlit #booksky www.changinghands.com/page/changin...
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My book Will and Krill is featured on this year’s #SCBWIBookStop! Stop by my page to read more, browse inside, and grab your own copy!
www.scbwi.org/bookstop/boo...
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October 23, 2025 at 4:06 PM
My book Will and Krill is featured on this year’s #SCBWIBookStop! Stop by my page to read more, browse inside, and grab your own copy!
www.scbwi.org/bookstop/boo...
www.scbwi.org/bookstop/boo...
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Happy #AceWeek from three aces!!! 💜🖤 🤍 Lily (the main character of my graphic novel!), Em (her nonbinary best friend), and me (the tired author-illustrator drawing them) 😅
SOMEWHERE IN THE GRAY comes out in 2027 from @mackids @fsgyoungreaders, but you can add it on Goodreads now!
SOMEWHERE IN THE GRAY comes out in 2027 from @mackids @fsgyoungreaders, but you can add it on Goodreads now!
October 24, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Happy #AceWeek from three aces!!! 💜🖤 🤍 Lily (the main character of my graphic novel!), Em (her nonbinary best friend), and me (the tired author-illustrator drawing them) 😅
SOMEWHERE IN THE GRAY comes out in 2027 from @mackids @fsgyoungreaders, but you can add it on Goodreads now!
SOMEWHERE IN THE GRAY comes out in 2027 from @mackids @fsgyoungreaders, but you can add it on Goodreads now!
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Daily affirmations based on books. #writingcommunity #edusky
October 26, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Daily affirmations based on books. #writingcommunity #edusky
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In this love letter to her family & Chinese culture, @michellejingchan.bsky.social introduces young readers to Dongzhi. I absolutely adore the soft, expressive art, lovely text, & enchanting winter scenes in WEIWEI’S WINTER SOLSTICE! Gorgeous story about family, togetherness, and embracing change!
October 26, 2025 at 11:03 PM
In this love letter to her family & Chinese culture, @michellejingchan.bsky.social introduces young readers to Dongzhi. I absolutely adore the soft, expressive art, lovely text, & enchanting winter scenes in WEIWEI’S WINTER SOLSTICE! Gorgeous story about family, togetherness, and embracing change!
Your bookshelf desperately needs WEIWEI'S WINTER SOLSTICE: A DONGZHI STORY, by @michellejingchan.bsky.social
1. Themes of family & togetherness
2. Art that's a warm love letter to winter
3. Backmatter on different Dongzhi traditions
4. Yummy food & a recipe!
ORDER NOW: bookshop.org/p/books/weiw...
1. Themes of family & togetherness
2. Art that's a warm love letter to winter
3. Backmatter on different Dongzhi traditions
4. Yummy food & a recipe!
ORDER NOW: bookshop.org/p/books/weiw...
October 16, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Your bookshelf desperately needs WEIWEI'S WINTER SOLSTICE: A DONGZHI STORY, by @michellejingchan.bsky.social
1. Themes of family & togetherness
2. Art that's a warm love letter to winter
3. Backmatter on different Dongzhi traditions
4. Yummy food & a recipe!
ORDER NOW: bookshop.org/p/books/weiw...
1. Themes of family & togetherness
2. Art that's a warm love letter to winter
3. Backmatter on different Dongzhi traditions
4. Yummy food & a recipe!
ORDER NOW: bookshop.org/p/books/weiw...
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Happy book birthday to WEIWEI’S WINTER SOLSTICE, my author-illustrator debut!! 🥳
www.michellejingchan.com/weiweis-wint...
www.michellejingchan.com/weiweis-wint...
October 7, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Happy book birthday to WEIWEI’S WINTER SOLSTICE, my author-illustrator debut!! 🥳
www.michellejingchan.com/weiweis-wint...
www.michellejingchan.com/weiweis-wint...
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It’s #WorldHomelessDay & I thought I’d share a few of the Soup Kitchen Portraits series that I’ve been making. These sitters are all clients I’ve met at my local community kitchen & have experienced homelessness & food poverty. They’re going through tough times, yet they give me the best smiles💖
October 10, 2025 at 7:33 PM
It’s #WorldHomelessDay & I thought I’d share a few of the Soup Kitchen Portraits series that I’ve been making. These sitters are all clients I’ve met at my local community kitchen & have experienced homelessness & food poverty. They’re going through tough times, yet they give me the best smiles💖
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Happy #PortfolioDay! I'm a #KidLit illustrator of the Kirkus-starred picture book LIKE THAT ELEANOR (written by Lee Wind), and author of the upper middle-grade novel MAEVE MULVANEY HAS HAD ENOUGH.
October 14, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Happy #PortfolioDay! I'm a #KidLit illustrator of the Kirkus-starred picture book LIKE THAT ELEANOR (written by Lee Wind), and author of the upper middle-grade novel MAEVE MULVANEY HAS HAD ENOUGH.
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Happy #PortfolioDay! I’m a Korean illustrator based in the UK. I illustrate PB-MG & would love to work on stories about ordinary brave girls✨Finding & helping community✨Folktales!
Repped by Susan Hawk @ Upstart Crow Literary
🖼️ sojungkimmccarthy.art
✉️ sojungkimmccarthy@gmail.com
#KidLitArt
Repped by Susan Hawk @ Upstart Crow Literary
🖼️ sojungkimmccarthy.art
✉️ sojungkimmccarthy@gmail.com
#KidLitArt
October 14, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Happy #PortfolioDay! I’m a Korean illustrator based in the UK. I illustrate PB-MG & would love to work on stories about ordinary brave girls✨Finding & helping community✨Folktales!
Repped by Susan Hawk @ Upstart Crow Literary
🖼️ sojungkimmccarthy.art
✉️ sojungkimmccarthy@gmail.com
#KidLitArt
Repped by Susan Hawk @ Upstart Crow Literary
🖼️ sojungkimmccarthy.art
✉️ sojungkimmccarthy@gmail.com
#KidLitArt
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Reasons why you need a copy of WEIWEI’S WINTER SOLSTICE by @michellejingchan.bsky.social for your bookshelf:
1. Will make you look forward to colder weather
2. Sweet story about a girl celebrating Dongzhi
3. Themes of family, togetherness, & change
4. Gorgeous, glowy art
5. Yummy food & a recipe!
1. Will make you look forward to colder weather
2. Sweet story about a girl celebrating Dongzhi
3. Themes of family, togetherness, & change
4. Gorgeous, glowy art
5. Yummy food & a recipe!
October 13, 2025 at 2:26 AM
Reasons why you need a copy of WEIWEI’S WINTER SOLSTICE by @michellejingchan.bsky.social for your bookshelf:
1. Will make you look forward to colder weather
2. Sweet story about a girl celebrating Dongzhi
3. Themes of family, togetherness, & change
4. Gorgeous, glowy art
5. Yummy food & a recipe!
1. Will make you look forward to colder weather
2. Sweet story about a girl celebrating Dongzhi
3. Themes of family, togetherness, & change
4. Gorgeous, glowy art
5. Yummy food & a recipe!
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I'm thrilled to share my interview with Ana Siqueira! Her book If Your Babysitter is a Bruja is perfect for Halloween, and her new book Sticky Hermana comes out this month! 🥰🧙♀️🎃 @asiqueira.bsky.social patbrownbooks.com/2025/10/13/c...
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Ana Siqueira
I am thrilled to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Ana Siqueira, the author of If Your Babysitter Is a Bruja, Bella’s Recipe for Success, Vera La Valiente Is Scared, Sticky Hermana, as well as…
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October 13, 2025 at 4:54 PM
I'm thrilled to share my interview with Ana Siqueira! Her book If Your Babysitter is a Bruja is perfect for Halloween, and her new book Sticky Hermana comes out this month! 🥰🧙♀️🎃 @asiqueira.bsky.social patbrownbooks.com/2025/10/13/c...