Hannah Holt
@hannahholt.bsky.social
Kidlit author, educator, speaker.
💎The Diamond and the Boy
🐧A Father's Love
🐔A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken
#SCBWI #12x12PB
💎The Diamond and the Boy
🐧A Father's Love
🐔A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken
#SCBWI #12x12PB
If you write a character that appeals to everyone, it will connect with no one. Specificity is the heart of character building.
September 30, 2025 at 3:54 PM
If you write a character that appeals to everyone, it will connect with no one. Specificity is the heart of character building.
Snap a pic of yourself in "war ravaged" Portland!
September 27, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Snap a pic of yourself in "war ravaged" Portland!
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Happy Birthday, CASSINI'S MISSION!! This picture book has my whole heart. It's about Cassini as she explores the Saturn system and discovers the ingredients of life on the moon Enceladus. Julia Blattman's illustrations are jaw-dropping!
#kidlit #picturebooks #picturebook
@joycekay.bsky.social
#kidlit #picturebooks #picturebook
@joycekay.bsky.social
August 12, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Happy Birthday, CASSINI'S MISSION!! This picture book has my whole heart. It's about Cassini as she explores the Saturn system and discovers the ingredients of life on the moon Enceladus. Julia Blattman's illustrations are jaw-dropping!
#kidlit #picturebooks #picturebook
@joycekay.bsky.social
#kidlit #picturebooks #picturebook
@joycekay.bsky.social
Currently reading (and loving!) ONE DROP by Kaitlin Sikes and Mel Cerri. With bright illustrations and zippy text, this water cycle journey is a refreshing splash! 💦
August 11, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Currently reading (and loving!) ONE DROP by Kaitlin Sikes and Mel Cerri. With bright illustrations and zippy text, this water cycle journey is a refreshing splash! 💦
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My chickens do not understand storytime, but my kids loved reading this fabulous, funny, fact-filled book! #kidlit 📚👍
A HISTORY OF UNDERWEAR WITH PROFESSOR CHICKEN by @hannahholt.bsky.social & illustrations by Korwin Briggs. 🙌
A HISTORY OF UNDERWEAR WITH PROFESSOR CHICKEN by @hannahholt.bsky.social & illustrations by Korwin Briggs. 🙌
August 1, 2025 at 3:43 PM
My chickens do not understand storytime, but my kids loved reading this fabulous, funny, fact-filled book! #kidlit 📚👍
A HISTORY OF UNDERWEAR WITH PROFESSOR CHICKEN by @hannahholt.bsky.social & illustrations by Korwin Briggs. 🙌
A HISTORY OF UNDERWEAR WITH PROFESSOR CHICKEN by @hannahholt.bsky.social & illustrations by Korwin Briggs. 🙌
This sweetie dressed up like H. Tracy Hall for his school wax museum. And the note on The Diamond and the Boy. 🥹💎
May 10, 2025 at 8:54 PM
This sweetie dressed up like H. Tracy Hall for his school wax museum. And the note on The Diamond and the Boy. 🥹💎
Critique group matches start going out May 1st. Every writer who filled out my April form will have their matches by May 7th at the latest. Happy writing and connecting!
April 29, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Critique group matches start going out May 1st. Every writer who filled out my April form will have their matches by May 7th at the latest. Happy writing and connecting!
Closes at 9pm Eastern tonight! Join the 200+ writers looking for critique partners.
Looking for a kidlit critique group or hoping for one that better aligns with your interests? The Kidlit 2025 Critique Match is here: forms.gle/HsoHLUbQnMEH...
Kid Lit Critique Partner Meet-Up 2025
This is for children's writers looking to join an online critique group. Writers will be organized into groups based on common interests and receive an email the first week of May 2025 introducing the...
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April 15, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Closes at 9pm Eastern tonight! Join the 200+ writers looking for critique partners.
This form closes tomorrow (April 15th) at midnight Eastern. Join the almost 200 writers looking for critique partners.
Looking for a kidlit critique group or hoping for one that better aligns with your interests? The Kidlit 2025 Critique Match is here: forms.gle/HsoHLUbQnMEH...
Kid Lit Critique Partner Meet-Up 2025
This is for children's writers looking to join an online critique group. Writers will be organized into groups based on common interests and receive an email the first week of May 2025 introducing the...
forms.gle
April 14, 2025 at 3:31 PM
This form closes tomorrow (April 15th) at midnight Eastern. Join the almost 200 writers looking for critique partners.
I woke up to 90 responses to my critique group match. If you are looking for a critique group, don't miss out. I only do this every few years.
Looking for a kidlit critique group or hoping for one that better aligns with your interests? The Kidlit 2025 Critique Match is here: forms.gle/HsoHLUbQnMEH...
Kid Lit Critique Partner Meet-Up 2025
This is for children's writers looking to join an online critique group. Writers will be organized into groups based on common interests and receive an email the first week of May 2025 introducing the...
forms.gle
April 9, 2025 at 3:10 PM
I woke up to 90 responses to my critique group match. If you are looking for a critique group, don't miss out. I only do this every few years.
Looking for a kidlit critique group or hoping for one that better aligns with your interests? The Kidlit 2025 Critique Match is here: forms.gle/HsoHLUbQnMEH...
Kid Lit Critique Partner Meet-Up 2025
This is for children's writers looking to join an online critique group. Writers will be organized into groups based on common interests and receive an email the first week of May 2025 introducing the...
forms.gle
April 8, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Looking for a kidlit critique group or hoping for one that better aligns with your interests? The Kidlit 2025 Critique Match is here: forms.gle/HsoHLUbQnMEH...
I support public schools and libraries! Today I had a chance to talk to my congresswoman and mayor. They support many of the causes close to my heart, and still want our calls, emails, and personal stories.
April 5, 2025 at 8:57 PM
I support public schools and libraries! Today I had a chance to talk to my congresswoman and mayor. They support many of the causes close to my heart, and still want our calls, emails, and personal stories.
A few of my muses: Sassy, Lady, Scarlet, Fluffy, Twinkle, Emma, Nimbus, and Captain America.
March 29, 2025 at 11:42 PM
A few of my muses: Sassy, Lady, Scarlet, Fluffy, Twinkle, Emma, Nimbus, and Captain America.
Happy book birthday Alberto Salas Plays Paka Paka con la Papa!!! A gorgeous biography that will inspire future botanists! 📚🌱
It's a 4th starred review for my picture book collaboration w/ @juanamartinezn.bsky.social Alberto Salas Plays Paka Paka con la Papa, a biography that is a love letter to the potato, the Andes, and the work of plant collectors. Pre-order now. sarafajardowrites.com/alberto-sala... #EduSky #Kidlit
March 18, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Happy book birthday Alberto Salas Plays Paka Paka con la Papa!!! A gorgeous biography that will inspire future botanists! 📚🌱
Post a photo you took with no context to bring some zen to the timeline.
March 11, 2025 at 4:36 AM
Post a photo you took with no context to bring some zen to the timeline.
Congratulations to the finalists and everyone who entered. Putting yourself out there is an act of bravery. Keep going!
The #PBParty agent/editor/AD showcase opened early this morning and requests are flying! With 55 finalists and 20 in the Illustration Showcase, we'd love to have even more participate.
Everyone may read them & cheer online, but comments are only for requests.
mindyalyseweiss.com/pbparty-2025...
Everyone may read them & cheer online, but comments are only for requests.
mindyalyseweiss.com/pbparty-2025...
March 11, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Congratulations to the finalists and everyone who entered. Putting yourself out there is an act of bravery. Keep going!
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Hey #kidlit #picturebook #writers! Here’s your chance! My #pbrisingstars mentorship was the biggest defining moment in my journey toward publication, and the PBRS family continues to provide advice, support and community. What have you got to lose?
March 7, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Hey #kidlit #picturebook #writers! Here’s your chance! My #pbrisingstars mentorship was the biggest defining moment in my journey toward publication, and the PBRS family continues to provide advice, support and community. What have you got to lose?
Think you can tell a story in 50 words? Check out Vivian Kirkield's contest! (Plus, she always has great prizes.)
Today is a SPECIAL DAY! I just got home from Costa Rica and One of my books was named 2025 Social Studies Notable Trade Book. But that's not why.
It's because today is the 1st day of #50PreciousWords! Contest deadline March 3 at 11:59pm. Will you give it a try? viviankirkfield.com/2025/03/02/5...
It's because today is the 1st day of #50PreciousWords! Contest deadline March 3 at 11:59pm. Will you give it a try? viviankirkfield.com/2025/03/02/5...
March 2, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Think you can tell a story in 50 words? Check out Vivian Kirkield's contest! (Plus, she always has great prizes.)
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Applications open in one week!!!! Check out the mentor profiles and sample application here: www.pbrisingstars.com/mentors #SCBWI, #kidlit, #PBRisingStars
PB Rising Stars Picture Book Mentors — PB RISING STARS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
www.pbrisingstars.com
February 28, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Applications open in one week!!!! Check out the mentor profiles and sample application here: www.pbrisingstars.com/mentors #SCBWI, #kidlit, #PBRisingStars
l love Mixed Up by @kamigarcia.bsky.social. Why?
👩 messy middle school friendships
📚 accurate dyslexia rep
💥 quick plotting
🎨 bright illustrations
Every teacher needs a copy in their classroom!
👩 messy middle school friendships
📚 accurate dyslexia rep
💥 quick plotting
🎨 bright illustrations
Every teacher needs a copy in their classroom!
February 26, 2025 at 4:05 PM
l love Mixed Up by @kamigarcia.bsky.social. Why?
👩 messy middle school friendships
📚 accurate dyslexia rep
💥 quick plotting
🎨 bright illustrations
Every teacher needs a copy in their classroom!
👩 messy middle school friendships
📚 accurate dyslexia rep
💥 quick plotting
🎨 bright illustrations
Every teacher needs a copy in their classroom!
Reposted by Hannah Holt
Just sat in on a terrific (and packed!) @americanbookseller.bsky.social Winter Institute panel called "Engaging the In-Between: Combatting the Middle Grade Reading Crisis" & want to share some highlights & thoughts. (thread)
February 25, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Just sat in on a terrific (and packed!) @americanbookseller.bsky.social Winter Institute panel called "Engaging the In-Between: Combatting the Middle Grade Reading Crisis" & want to share some highlights & thoughts. (thread)
Boosting! Kellie gives great critiques.
20 days until BIG BIKE, LITTLE BIKE by me & @jacobsouva.bsky.social from HarperCollins 🚲 rolls into the world!
To celebrate, we’re giving away choice of a #kidlit critique (manuscript or portfolio) or a signed copy of BIKE! (US shipping, please)
Repost this message by 2/24 for a chance to win!
To celebrate, we’re giving away choice of a #kidlit critique (manuscript or portfolio) or a signed copy of BIKE! (US shipping, please)
Repost this message by 2/24 for a chance to win!
February 19, 2025 at 5:04 AM
Boosting! Kellie gives great critiques.
Happy Valentine's Day! A winter storm cancelled school, and my kids are thrilled. I hope your weekend is filled with love!
February 13, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Happy Valentine's Day! A winter storm cancelled school, and my kids are thrilled. I hope your weekend is filled with love!
📢 Happy book birthday, One Girl's Voice! Especially in troubling times, your voice matters! Join me in celebrating this book about speaking up! @viviankirkfield.bsky.social
February 11, 2025 at 7:16 PM
📢 Happy book birthday, One Girl's Voice! Especially in troubling times, your voice matters! Join me in celebrating this book about speaking up! @viviankirkfield.bsky.social
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Happy birthday, @ajirving.bsky.social!
February 9, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Happy birthday, @ajirving.bsky.social!