Dan Santat
@dansantat.bsky.social
NY Times bestselling children's book author of Beekle ('15 Caldecott) A First Time for Everything ('23 National Book Award) Creator Disney's The Replacements
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Why teaching is the best job:
On days when the news is utterly bleak, you get to read DON’T TRUST FISH to second graders who laugh so much you fear they’re going pee on the rug.
Many thanks to @unshavedmouse.bsky.social and @dansantat.bsky.social.
On days when the news is utterly bleak, you get to read DON’T TRUST FISH to second graders who laugh so much you fear they’re going pee on the rug.
Many thanks to @unshavedmouse.bsky.social and @dansantat.bsky.social.
January 15, 2026 at 12:49 PM
Why teaching is the best job:
On days when the news is utterly bleak, you get to read DON’T TRUST FISH to second graders who laugh so much you fear they’re going pee on the rug.
Many thanks to @unshavedmouse.bsky.social and @dansantat.bsky.social.
On days when the news is utterly bleak, you get to read DON’T TRUST FISH to second graders who laugh so much you fear they’re going pee on the rug.
Many thanks to @unshavedmouse.bsky.social and @dansantat.bsky.social.
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SASHIMI is one of the most highly anticipated kids books of 2026! Thanks @bookriot.bsky.social ❤️ bookriot.com/most-anticip...
January 13, 2026 at 1:10 AM
SASHIMI is one of the most highly anticipated kids books of 2026! Thanks @bookriot.bsky.social ❤️ bookriot.com/most-anticip...
SASHIMI is one of the most highly anticipated kids books of 2026! Thanks @bookriot.bsky.social ❤️ bookriot.com/most-anticip...
January 13, 2026 at 1:10 AM
SASHIMI is one of the most highly anticipated kids books of 2026! Thanks @bookriot.bsky.social ❤️ bookriot.com/most-anticip...
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Join @dansantat.bsky.social+me & THE #MISFITS - A SEA MONSTER CONUNDRUM
@childrensbookworld.bsky.social Sun, 1/11 - 12:30
@vromansbookstore.bsky.social Sat, 1/24 - 2 pm
(And we're doing school visits w/@shoponceuponatime.bsky.social)
@vromansupstairs.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #KidLit
@childrensbookworld.bsky.social Sun, 1/11 - 12:30
@vromansbookstore.bsky.social Sat, 1/24 - 2 pm
(And we're doing school visits w/@shoponceuponatime.bsky.social)
@vromansupstairs.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #KidLit
January 7, 2026 at 9:59 PM
Join @dansantat.bsky.social+me & THE #MISFITS - A SEA MONSTER CONUNDRUM
@childrensbookworld.bsky.social Sun, 1/11 - 12:30
@vromansbookstore.bsky.social Sat, 1/24 - 2 pm
(And we're doing school visits w/@shoponceuponatime.bsky.social)
@vromansupstairs.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #KidLit
@childrensbookworld.bsky.social Sun, 1/11 - 12:30
@vromansbookstore.bsky.social Sat, 1/24 - 2 pm
(And we're doing school visits w/@shoponceuponatime.bsky.social)
@vromansupstairs.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #KidLit
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15 Years Later -- The Sequel Has Arrived!
Congratulations to National Book Award winning author @dansantat.bsky.social on the release of SIDEKICKS: THICK AS THIEVES, the (very) long-awaited sequel to his classic graphic novel SIDEKICKS from way, way back 2011.
It's absolutely worth the wait!
Congratulations to National Book Award winning author @dansantat.bsky.social on the release of SIDEKICKS: THICK AS THIEVES, the (very) long-awaited sequel to his classic graphic novel SIDEKICKS from way, way back 2011.
It's absolutely worth the wait!
January 7, 2026 at 11:53 AM
15 Years Later -- The Sequel Has Arrived!
Congratulations to National Book Award winning author @dansantat.bsky.social on the release of SIDEKICKS: THICK AS THIEVES, the (very) long-awaited sequel to his classic graphic novel SIDEKICKS from way, way back 2011.
It's absolutely worth the wait!
Congratulations to National Book Award winning author @dansantat.bsky.social on the release of SIDEKICKS: THICK AS THIEVES, the (very) long-awaited sequel to his classic graphic novel SIDEKICKS from way, way back 2011.
It's absolutely worth the wait!
Watching Jay Kelly. Clooney is the star of the movie but Adam Sandler is stealing the show
January 6, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Watching Jay Kelly. Clooney is the star of the movie but Adam Sandler is stealing the show
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Happy book birthday to @dansantat.bsky.social's
Thick as Thieves!
Thick as Thieves!
January 6, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Happy book birthday to @dansantat.bsky.social's
Thick as Thieves!
Thick as Thieves!
Fifteen years is a long time for a sequel.
SIDEKICKS: THICK AS THIEVES in stores now.
@graphixa.bsky.social
SIDEKICKS: THICK AS THIEVES in stores now.
@graphixa.bsky.social
January 6, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Fifteen years is a long time for a sequel.
SIDEKICKS: THICK AS THIEVES in stores now.
@graphixa.bsky.social
SIDEKICKS: THICK AS THIEVES in stores now.
@graphixa.bsky.social
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Reminder to pre-order 200, or five, or one copy of The Misfits - A Sea Monster Conundrum. Be the first to find out about the ghost sighting, sea monsters, awkward bake sale, and a devious billionaire criminal named Odious!
@dansantat.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #Misfits #KidLit
@dansantat.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #Misfits #KidLit
January 3, 2026 at 11:13 PM
Reminder to pre-order 200, or five, or one copy of The Misfits - A Sea Monster Conundrum. Be the first to find out about the ghost sighting, sea monsters, awkward bake sale, and a devious billionaire criminal named Odious!
@dansantat.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #Misfits #KidLit
@dansantat.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #Misfits #KidLit
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Do you believe in Nessie, the Loch Ness Monster?
In Misfits' A #SeaMonster Conundrum our team of awkward secret operatives investigate the sighting of a sea monster in the San Francisco Bay called "Frannie!"
Debuts on 1/6/26 but you can PRE-ORDER TODAY. OOF!!!
@dansantat.bsky.social
In Misfits' A #SeaMonster Conundrum our team of awkward secret operatives investigate the sighting of a sea monster in the San Francisco Bay called "Frannie!"
Debuts on 1/6/26 but you can PRE-ORDER TODAY. OOF!!!
@dansantat.bsky.social
January 5, 2026 at 12:20 AM
Do you believe in Nessie, the Loch Ness Monster?
In Misfits' A #SeaMonster Conundrum our team of awkward secret operatives investigate the sighting of a sea monster in the San Francisco Bay called "Frannie!"
Debuts on 1/6/26 but you can PRE-ORDER TODAY. OOF!!!
@dansantat.bsky.social
In Misfits' A #SeaMonster Conundrum our team of awkward secret operatives investigate the sighting of a sea monster in the San Francisco Bay called "Frannie!"
Debuts on 1/6/26 but you can PRE-ORDER TODAY. OOF!!!
@dansantat.bsky.social
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Two new graphic novels featuring flawed but hilarious superheroes! @dansantat.bsky.social @nosycrow.bsky.social kidsbookaday.com/2025/12/21/s...
Superhero graphic novels
Supa Nova by Chanté Timothy (Nosy Crow, 160 pages, grades 2-5). Inspired by her scientist parents, Nova has created a secret lab that she accesses through her bedroom. After learning about islands …
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December 21, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Two new graphic novels featuring flawed but hilarious superheroes! @dansantat.bsky.social @nosycrow.bsky.social kidsbookaday.com/2025/12/21/s...
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#Bookaday I added @dansantat.bsky.social's Thick as Thieves (Sidekicks #2) to my 2026 Books I Love presentation: www.pinterest.com/mrschureads/...
December 27, 2025 at 12:13 AM
#Bookaday I added @dansantat.bsky.social's Thick as Thieves (Sidekicks #2) to my 2026 Books I Love presentation: www.pinterest.com/mrschureads/...
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Every new @dansantat.bsky.social book is a reason to rejoice!
#Bookaday I added @dansantat.bsky.social's Thick as Thieves (Sidekicks #2) to my 2026 Books I Love presentation: www.pinterest.com/mrschureads/...
December 27, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Every new @dansantat.bsky.social book is a reason to rejoice!
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No. 1 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Don’t Trust Fish!” by @dansantat.bsky.social & @unshavedmouse.bsky.social, a truly hilarious, visually stunning romp with an unforgettable narrator (and a twist you’ll love!). Packed with gags, humor & comic timing. Pure joy! Just genius! #PicturebookPage
December 7, 2025 at 5:32 PM
No. 1 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Don’t Trust Fish!” by @dansantat.bsky.social & @unshavedmouse.bsky.social, a truly hilarious, visually stunning romp with an unforgettable narrator (and a twist you’ll love!). Packed with gags, humor & comic timing. Pure joy! Just genius! #PicturebookPage
BUY ME THIS FOR CHRISTMAS www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
JRR Tolkien writing desk up for auction - BBC News
The author used the desk during his tenure as Merton professor of English language and literature.
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December 4, 2025 at 11:27 PM
BUY ME THIS FOR CHRISTMAS www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
It's been an incredible year for Jeff and DON'T TRUST FISH and author/partner in crime, Neil Sharpson. Rather than inundating you all with multiple posts I consolidated all the accolades (so far) into this single post. Until then, Neil and I will see you with a brand new title in 2026!
PEACE ❤️
PEACE ❤️
November 24, 2025 at 9:06 PM
It's been an incredible year for Jeff and DON'T TRUST FISH and author/partner in crime, Neil Sharpson. Rather than inundating you all with multiple posts I consolidated all the accolades (so far) into this single post. Until then, Neil and I will see you with a brand new title in 2026!
PEACE ❤️
PEACE ❤️
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OOF!!! It's The Misfits #3 - A Sea Monster Conundrum . . . debuts 1/6/26 . . . but you can pre-order it now!!!
@dansantat.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #KidLit #Misfits #booksbooksbooks #MiddleGrade #Mystery #Fun #SeaMonster
@dansantat.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #KidLit #Misfits #booksbooksbooks #MiddleGrade #Mystery #Fun #SeaMonster
November 23, 2025 at 8:37 PM
OOF!!! It's The Misfits #3 - A Sea Monster Conundrum . . . debuts 1/6/26 . . . but you can pre-order it now!!!
@dansantat.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #KidLit #Misfits #booksbooksbooks #MiddleGrade #Mystery #Fun #SeaMonster
@dansantat.bsky.social @randomhousekids.bsky.social #KidLit #Misfits #booksbooksbooks #MiddleGrade #Mystery #Fun #SeaMonster
Flew to Buffalo, NY and received the Charlotte Award from the New York State Reading Association for A FIRST TIME FOR EVERYTHING. Thank you ❤️
November 11, 2025 at 10:32 AM
Flew to Buffalo, NY and received the Charlotte Award from the New York State Reading Association for A FIRST TIME FOR EVERYTHING. Thank you ❤️
Shenzhen Reading Month is an annual literary festival held in Shenzhen, China, that promotes reading and cultural activities.
🐟 Don’t Trust Fish won the “Book We Love” Award for its playful spirit and childlike imagination.
📚 Translator Helen Wang received the “Translator of the Year” honor!
🐟 Don’t Trust Fish won the “Book We Love” Award for its playful spirit and childlike imagination.
📚 Translator Helen Wang received the “Translator of the Year” honor!
November 10, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Shenzhen Reading Month is an annual literary festival held in Shenzhen, China, that promotes reading and cultural activities.
🐟 Don’t Trust Fish won the “Book We Love” Award for its playful spirit and childlike imagination.
📚 Translator Helen Wang received the “Translator of the Year” honor!
🐟 Don’t Trust Fish won the “Book We Love” Award for its playful spirit and childlike imagination.
📚 Translator Helen Wang received the “Translator of the Year” honor!
I’m proud to announce that DON’T TRUST FISH has been nominated for the Carnegie Medal for Illustration out in the UK. Proud to be part of such a special book written by @unshavedmouse.bsky.social Congrats to all the nominees❤️ @carnegiemedals.bsky.social #carnegies2026
November 8, 2025 at 12:24 PM
I’m proud to announce that DON’T TRUST FISH has been nominated for the Carnegie Medal for Illustration out in the UK. Proud to be part of such a special book written by @unshavedmouse.bsky.social Congrats to all the nominees❤️ @carnegiemedals.bsky.social #carnegies2026
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If you and your children are not ready for a particular book, that is okay. It is not okay to limit the access to books, stories, and experiences for other families. Every book is not for everyone, but every book is for someone.
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Why Did These Authors Have Their School Visit Canceled? They Were Talking About Their Book About Book Bans.
Country Club Elementary School in California's Bay Area canceled an author visit moments before it began. Why? It covered book bans.
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October 29, 2025 at 7:14 PM
If you and your children are not ready for a particular book, that is okay. It is not okay to limit the access to books, stories, and experiences for other families. Every book is not for everyone, but every book is for someone.
bookriot.com/the-day-the-books-disappeared-school-visit-cancelation/
bookriot.com/the-day-the-books-disappeared-school-visit-cancelation/
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Why did @joannahowrites.bsky.social and @carolinekpritchard.bsky.social have their author visit for their book THE DAY THE BOOKS DISAPPEARED (illus. by @dansantat.bsky.social) cancelled minutes before the school assembly was supposed to begin?
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Why Did These Authors Have Their School Visit Canceled? They Were Talking About Their Book About Book Bans.
Country Club Elementary School in California's Bay Area canceled an author visit moments before it began. Why? It covered book bans.
bookriot.com
October 29, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Why did @joannahowrites.bsky.social and @carolinekpritchard.bsky.social have their author visit for their book THE DAY THE BOOKS DISAPPEARED (illus. by @dansantat.bsky.social) cancelled minutes before the school assembly was supposed to begin?
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Chapter 16 of #IAmTheComicBook art by @dansantat.bsky.social you can follow along over at insta www.instagram.com/iamthecomicb...
October 24, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Chapter 16 of #IAmTheComicBook art by @dansantat.bsky.social you can follow along over at insta www.instagram.com/iamthecomicb...
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🚨🎥TOMORROW Thurs 10/23 Instagram Live! Please join me and NYT-bestselling #kidlit author/illustrator, #Caldecott medalist Dan Santat @dansantat.bsky.social
🗣️🎨We will chat & answer questions as we make art live. What do you want to ask Dan?
#kidlitart #illustration
@01firstsecond.bsky.social
🗣️🎨We will chat & answer questions as we make art live. What do you want to ask Dan?
#kidlitart #illustration
@01firstsecond.bsky.social
October 23, 2025 at 12:03 AM
🚨🎥TOMORROW Thurs 10/23 Instagram Live! Please join me and NYT-bestselling #kidlit author/illustrator, #Caldecott medalist Dan Santat @dansantat.bsky.social
🗣️🎨We will chat & answer questions as we make art live. What do you want to ask Dan?
#kidlitart #illustration
@01firstsecond.bsky.social
🗣️🎨We will chat & answer questions as we make art live. What do you want to ask Dan?
#kidlitart #illustration
@01firstsecond.bsky.social
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Fave #picturebook of the week: DON'T TRUST FISH by @unshavedmouse.bsky.social and @dansantat.bsky.social.
Original, hysterical, and informative.
#kidlit #booksky #thefisharewatching
Original, hysterical, and informative.
#kidlit #booksky #thefisharewatching
October 19, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Fave #picturebook of the week: DON'T TRUST FISH by @unshavedmouse.bsky.social and @dansantat.bsky.social.
Original, hysterical, and informative.
#kidlit #booksky #thefisharewatching
Original, hysterical, and informative.
#kidlit #booksky #thefisharewatching