Cynthia Mackey, If a 🐝 Lands On Your Toe Now Available
@booksbycindy.bsky.social
Poet, Picture Book author, and Nature educator. IF A BUMBLE BEE LANDS ON YOUR TOE, Picnic Heist. BUTTERFLY SEA is coming soon with Tielmour Press, #SCBWI #Edusky #CANSCAIP #CWILL
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www.booksbycindy.com
https://linktr.ee/Cynthiamackey
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www.booksbycindy.com
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🥳 I’m preparing to mail out postcards announcing my next picture book, Butterfly Sea! Join our launch team! Sign up here! forms.gle/n1C9nMjegG8J...
#kidlitmegafeed #edusky #libsky #lyrical #booklaunch #illustrations created by @marielaurecouet.bsky.social
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#kidlitmegafeed #edusky #libsky #lyrical #booklaunch #illustrations created by @marielaurecouet.bsky.social
@picturebookseh.bsky.social
If you’re in Victoria on November 22, I will be at Cedar Hill Rec Centre from 10 am to 3 pm. I’m with a group of Vancouver Island Picture Book Creators so if you have gifts to buy for children on your list, this is a wonderful way to shop local and support literacy! 🇨🇦 📚 #yyj #gifts #shoplocal
November 16, 2025 at 4:39 AM
If you’re in Victoria on November 22, I will be at Cedar Hill Rec Centre from 10 am to 3 pm. I’m with a group of Vancouver Island Picture Book Creators so if you have gifts to buy for children on your list, this is a wonderful way to shop local and support literacy! 🇨🇦 📚 #yyj #gifts #shoplocal
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Huge congrats Cynthia and Marie!!! Gorgeous.
Getting ready to mail postcards announcing the December 15 release of my next #pb Butterfly Sea. I’m sure you will fall in love with @marielaurecouet.bsky.social artwork! Gorgeous! #CanKidLit #Kidlitmegafeed #booklaunch #pre-order #coverart #butterfly #photography #pretendplay #imagination
November 14, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Huge congrats Cynthia and Marie!!! Gorgeous.
Here it is!
November 13, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Here it is!
We are still writing goofy limericks every week. Why not? #LimerickSunday
Tom’s feathers were trembling and shaking
So to combat his nerves he got baking
Cinnamon and spice
Mixed in to entice
In no time the sweets quelled the quaking
Turkey Tom's #LimerickSunday adventures by @jengelmattern.bsky.social, @booksbycindy.bsky.social, and me
So to combat his nerves he got baking
Cinnamon and spice
Mixed in to entice
In no time the sweets quelled the quaking
Turkey Tom's #LimerickSunday adventures by @jengelmattern.bsky.social, @booksbycindy.bsky.social, and me
a man wearing a chef 's hat is standing over a pile of dough .
ALT: a man wearing a chef 's hat is standing over a pile of dough .
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November 9, 2025 at 5:46 PM
We are still writing goofy limericks every week. Why not? #LimerickSunday
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🦋 After reading a BUTTERFLY SEA advance copy (thank u, @booksbycindy.bsky.social !), I can say y’all are in for a treat. It hits themes I often explore in my own work & makes my photographer’s heart smile. Plus, the illustrations are GORGEOUS. @marielaurecouet.bsky.social @tielmourpress.bsky.social
Getting ready to mail postcards announcing the December 15 release of my next #pb Butterfly Sea. I’m sure you will fall in love with @marielaurecouet.bsky.social artwork! Gorgeous! #CanKidLit #Kidlitmegafeed #booklaunch #pre-order #coverart #butterfly #photography #pretendplay #imagination
November 9, 2025 at 10:31 AM
🦋 After reading a BUTTERFLY SEA advance copy (thank u, @booksbycindy.bsky.social !), I can say y’all are in for a treat. It hits themes I often explore in my own work & makes my photographer’s heart smile. Plus, the illustrations are GORGEOUS. @marielaurecouet.bsky.social @tielmourpress.bsky.social
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Writers, check out this fun new holiday contest from #MightyKidlit! mighty-kidlit.mn.co #kidlit @ziemkemichele.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 4:08 AM
Writers, check out this fun new holiday contest from #MightyKidlit! mighty-kidlit.mn.co #kidlit @ziemkemichele.bsky.social
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A second #haiku for #haikusaturday. I've been absent a bit, but still writing. Hello my haiku friends!
November 8, 2025 at 10:09 PM
A second #haiku for #haikusaturday. I've been absent a bit, but still writing. Hello my haiku friends!
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Getting ready to launch! 🚀
Getting ready to launch! 🚀
Cindy's Book News - Upcoming Launch!
BUTTERFLY SEA with illustrations by Marie-Laure Couët coming December 15
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November 8, 2025 at 2:07 AM
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Getting ready to launch! 🚀
Getting ready to launch! 🚀
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We are very excited for this upcoming webinar with @sylvialiu.bsky.social on unblocking & unlocking creativity! Open to non-members too!
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#Writingcommunity
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#Writingcommunity
November 6, 2025 at 5:09 PM
We are very excited for this upcoming webinar with @sylvialiu.bsky.social on unblocking & unlocking creativity! Open to non-members too!
app.inkedvoices.com/event/webina...
#Writingcommunity
app.inkedvoices.com/event/webina...
#Writingcommunity
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I love this feature of the #NYT.
Each one a mini-masterclass in poetry - reading, writing, experiencing.
#poem #poetry #writing
Each one a mini-masterclass in poetry - reading, writing, experiencing.
#poem #poetry #writing
This Poem About Monet’s “Water Lilies” Reflects on the Powers and Limits of Art (Gift Article)
“Monet’s ‘Waterlilies,’” by Robert Hayden, reflects on what art can (and can’t) do in tumultuous times. Our critic A.O. Scott shows you why he loves it.
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November 7, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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This week two clients got “the call” and we’re ending the week wrangling up their contracts.
I know publishing feels harder than ever lately, but good things are still happening, and great books are still being scooped up.
Hang in there. ❤️
I know publishing feels harder than ever lately, but good things are still happening, and great books are still being scooped up.
Hang in there. ❤️
November 7, 2025 at 1:16 PM
This week two clients got “the call” and we’re ending the week wrangling up their contracts.
I know publishing feels harder than ever lately, but good things are still happening, and great books are still being scooped up.
Hang in there. ❤️
I know publishing feels harder than ever lately, but good things are still happening, and great books are still being scooped up.
Hang in there. ❤️
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It’s Publication Day! Sylvia Rouss and illustrator Rick Penn-Kraus follow an acorn’s journey to become a tree in The Little Acorn’s Big Adventure. www.bedazzledink.com/little-acorn... #booksky #kidlit #environment #booksaboutnature
November 4, 2025 at 3:48 PM
It’s Publication Day! Sylvia Rouss and illustrator Rick Penn-Kraus follow an acorn’s journey to become a tree in The Little Acorn’s Big Adventure. www.bedazzledink.com/little-acorn... #booksky #kidlit #environment #booksaboutnature
Hi! I’m a member of Mighty KidLit, and I think you should be too. Come join me!
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Mighty KidLit
This site is for authors and illustrators who are passionate about KidLit, and want to improve their creativity! Our goal is to be trendsetters, not followers —a group so revered, editors and agents w...
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November 7, 2025 at 3:36 AM
Hi! I’m a member of Mighty KidLit, and I think you should be too. Come join me!
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Hello #KidlitArtPostcard! I'm Abi Cushman, and I love illustrating stories with funny animal characters.
I'm represented by Kendra Marcus at BookStop Literary Agency.
Portfolio: abicushman.com
#kidlit #kidlitart
I'm represented by Kendra Marcus at BookStop Literary Agency.
Portfolio: abicushman.com
#kidlit #kidlitart
November 6, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Hello #KidlitArtPostcard! I'm Abi Cushman, and I love illustrating stories with funny animal characters.
I'm represented by Kendra Marcus at BookStop Literary Agency.
Portfolio: abicushman.com
#kidlit #kidlitart
I'm represented by Kendra Marcus at BookStop Literary Agency.
Portfolio: abicushman.com
#kidlit #kidlitart
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This Land is a Lullaby by Tonya Simpson illus Delreé Dumont won the GG Award!! Hooray! This eloquent picture book honors the enduring relationship between a child, their ancestors and the land. Here’s my ⭐Booklist #bookreview: tinyurl.com/y56dbsh8 #KidLit #CanKidLit 📚👍 @orcabook.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 2:57 PM
This Land is a Lullaby by Tonya Simpson illus Delreé Dumont won the GG Award!! Hooray! This eloquent picture book honors the enduring relationship between a child, their ancestors and the land. Here’s my ⭐Booklist #bookreview: tinyurl.com/y56dbsh8 #KidLit #CanKidLit 📚👍 @orcabook.bsky.social
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It’s #kidlitartpostcard Day! Using a newer piece to promote myself! I’m working on a story to go with it, so ask me about it, Editors! #kidlitart #kidlit
November 6, 2025 at 4:45 PM
It’s #kidlitartpostcard Day! Using a newer piece to promote myself! I’m working on a story to go with it, so ask me about it, Editors! #kidlitart #kidlit
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Hello, Bluesky #kidlit!
I’m the children’s author of the #picturebooks THE GOOD LITTLE MERMAID’S GUIDE TO BEDTIME and CROCODILE HUNGRY.
I’m a former bookseller/bookbuyer and library storytime lady. I love books, cats, tea, and write about all the above and eels.
My name sounds like “A-ya”! ✨
I’m the children’s author of the #picturebooks THE GOOD LITTLE MERMAID’S GUIDE TO BEDTIME and CROCODILE HUNGRY.
I’m a former bookseller/bookbuyer and library storytime lady. I love books, cats, tea, and write about all the above and eels.
My name sounds like “A-ya”! ✨
July 10, 2024 at 10:48 PM
Hello, Bluesky #kidlit!
I’m the children’s author of the #picturebooks THE GOOD LITTLE MERMAID’S GUIDE TO BEDTIME and CROCODILE HUNGRY.
I’m a former bookseller/bookbuyer and library storytime lady. I love books, cats, tea, and write about all the above and eels.
My name sounds like “A-ya”! ✨
I’m the children’s author of the #picturebooks THE GOOD LITTLE MERMAID’S GUIDE TO BEDTIME and CROCODILE HUNGRY.
I’m a former bookseller/bookbuyer and library storytime lady. I love books, cats, tea, and write about all the above and eels.
My name sounds like “A-ya”! ✨
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It's an autumnal #kidlitartpostcard day!
The trees are busy changing colour & flinging leaves off in all directions. Huge piles sit around periodically crunchy and soggy. Winter is approaching fast!
🌐 Nicolaschofield.com
Rep by @sallymkim.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social
#kidlitart
The trees are busy changing colour & flinging leaves off in all directions. Huge piles sit around periodically crunchy and soggy. Winter is approaching fast!
🌐 Nicolaschofield.com
Rep by @sallymkim.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social
#kidlitart
November 6, 2025 at 12:32 PM
It's an autumnal #kidlitartpostcard day!
The trees are busy changing colour & flinging leaves off in all directions. Huge piles sit around periodically crunchy and soggy. Winter is approaching fast!
🌐 Nicolaschofield.com
Rep by @sallymkim.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social
#kidlitart
The trees are busy changing colour & flinging leaves off in all directions. Huge piles sit around periodically crunchy and soggy. Winter is approaching fast!
🌐 Nicolaschofield.com
Rep by @sallymkim.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social
#kidlitart
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Oops, forgot to post this earlier! So many great Canadian books to read. Pick one up today! If you use the library instead of the bookstore, let them know you appreciate the little maple leaf stickers that let you know you are reading Canadian!
November 6, 2025 at 1:25 AM
Oops, forgot to post this earlier! So many great Canadian books to read. Pick one up today! If you use the library instead of the bookstore, let them know you appreciate the little maple leaf stickers that let you know you are reading Canadian!
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Raven Sunset
Roy Henry Vickers ~ Haida, Heiltsuk, Tsimshian
2021
Roy Henry Vickers ~ Haida, Heiltsuk, Tsimshian
2021
November 6, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Raven Sunset
Roy Henry Vickers ~ Haida, Heiltsuk, Tsimshian
2021
Roy Henry Vickers ~ Haida, Heiltsuk, Tsimshian
2021
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I‘m celebrating my debut PB UNIVERSE PIE deal with a PB BRAINSTORM giveaway!
Let’s take a dive into your (fic or NF) pitch & mss via Zoom. To enter, comment below with a GIF of your story’s vibe. OPEN TO AGENTED AND NONAGENTED!
Winner announced Fri, Nov. 7th @ 6 pm EST. #picturebooks #giveaway
Let’s take a dive into your (fic or NF) pitch & mss via Zoom. To enter, comment below with a GIF of your story’s vibe. OPEN TO AGENTED AND NONAGENTED!
Winner announced Fri, Nov. 7th @ 6 pm EST. #picturebooks #giveaway
a logo that says let 's brainstorm with a brain and a light bulb
ALT: a logo that says let 's brainstorm with a brain and a light bulb
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November 5, 2025 at 10:51 PM
I‘m celebrating my debut PB UNIVERSE PIE deal with a PB BRAINSTORM giveaway!
Let’s take a dive into your (fic or NF) pitch & mss via Zoom. To enter, comment below with a GIF of your story’s vibe. OPEN TO AGENTED AND NONAGENTED!
Winner announced Fri, Nov. 7th @ 6 pm EST. #picturebooks #giveaway
Let’s take a dive into your (fic or NF) pitch & mss via Zoom. To enter, comment below with a GIF of your story’s vibe. OPEN TO AGENTED AND NONAGENTED!
Winner announced Fri, Nov. 7th @ 6 pm EST. #picturebooks #giveaway
You’re invited to join my launch team for Butterfly Sea! forms.gle/uN71G82rvYYK...
November 5, 2025 at 10:17 PM
You’re invited to join my launch team for Butterfly Sea! forms.gle/uN71G82rvYYK...
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🎉📚 MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Super #StoryTime LIVE is back in 1 wk on WED 11/12 @ 1pm EST on Substack at the Super Readers Club! The fabulously talented author @marianarios.bsky.social will be joining me 4 a NOV holiday #bookchat + reading! Yay! 🧡 #kidlit #fallholidays #childrensbooks #picturebooks #read
November 5, 2025 at 6:54 PM
🎉📚 MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Super #StoryTime LIVE is back in 1 wk on WED 11/12 @ 1pm EST on Substack at the Super Readers Club! The fabulously talented author @marianarios.bsky.social will be joining me 4 a NOV holiday #bookchat + reading! Yay! 🧡 #kidlit #fallholidays #childrensbooks #picturebooks #read
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Let's go #kidlit illustrators, editors, agents, and art directors! Tomorrow is #KidLitArtPostcard www.ginaperry.com/postcard
All about KidLitArtPostcard — Gina Perry Illustrations
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November 5, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Let's go #kidlit illustrators, editors, agents, and art directors! Tomorrow is #KidLitArtPostcard www.ginaperry.com/postcard