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Jess Burbank, author/illustrator
@jburbank.bsky.social
she/her I write & illustrate picture books!
Rep’d by Ariana Philips at JVNLA
#PBParty ‘23 and ‘25 Finalist, #PBRisingStars ‘23 Runner Up #StorytellerAcademy #SCBWI #12x12
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Do you have an illustration project that celebrates nature and features an animal (or twenty)? Whether whimsical or realistic, consider me! www.jessburbank.com
Rep’d by @arianaphilips.bsky.social at @jvnla.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Happy book birthday to FORESTS by mentor & fab writing friend @nellcrossbeckerman.bsky.social & the supremely talented @k04sk.bsky.social This book brings the drama, hush, magic, and mystery of forests across the globe to life. I loved celebrating with Nell & other local author/illustrator friends!
November 4, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Jumping into #kidlitartpostcard day, my birthday, & the start of October! 🎉🍂 Wheee! I am an author/illustrator of nf/f pbs using traditional/digital tools to express the joy & beauty found when kids connect with nature.
Rep’d by @arianaphilips.bsky.social @jvnla.bsky.social
www.jessburbank.com!
October 2, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Crisp rhyme & wonderful info about the gilded flicker await you in Deborah Reidy's poem "Saguaro Home" inspired by @jburbank.bsky.social's illustration, Saguaro Bird.

In Little Thoughts Press Issue 10: An Ekphrasis Adventure.

www.littlethoughtspress.com/issues
September 15, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m an author/illustrator using a mix of traditional and digital tools to express the joy & beauty found when kids connect with nature. rep’d by Ariana Philips @jvnlainc
Portfolio: www.jessburbank.com
#kidlitillustration #kidlitartist #childrensbookillustrator
September 4, 2025 at 1:50 PM
I wonder how long it will take before I stop feeling compelled to open the Thursday Querytracker email and pour over all the agent changes. 😂
August 28, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I hope August finds you having fun in the summer sun & testing out just how far back the springy playground equipment will go. I love capturing moments of childhood joy in watercolor for all kidlit-related projects. More here: www.jessburbank.com/2025/
August 7, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Thank you for sharing! 💕
"A Sonoran Symphony" by Shaun Jex (@captainquisp.bsky.social) is a must-read lyrical beauty inspired by Jess Burbank's (@jburbank.bsky.social) gorgeous illustration, Saguaro Bird.

Find both & lots more inspiring art & writing in Issue 10: An Ekphrasis Adventure.

www.littlethoughtspress.com/issues
August 7, 2025 at 5:43 AM
Reposted by Jess Burbank, author/illustrator
Publishing is like inviting company into your skull and fearing there’s a funny smell in there that you’ve just gotten used to.
July 28, 2025 at 3:16 PM
WATCH OUT, WORLD! I’ve got representation! 🤣 I’m ready to zoom in and illustrate your picture book, especially if it features kids or animals in nature, fiction or nonfiction. Find my portfolio at jessburbank.com. Now rep’d by Ariana Philips @jvnlainc
#kidlitartpostcard
July 3, 2025 at 4:31 PM
I can’t wait to see where this new partnership leads & start this next chapter in my publishing journey with @arianaphilips.bsky.social and @jvnla.bsky.social !
June 23, 2025 at 7:24 PM
I love the concept of @littlethoughtspress.com Issue Ten, An Ekphrasis Adventure and am proud to have been a part of it! I loved the poems inspired by and accompanying my illustration, “Saguaro Bird.” Read or purchase your own copy of this issue here: www.littlethoughtspress.com/issues
June 18, 2025 at 12:41 AM
I’m so excited to be a part of this beautiful issue!
Issue 10: An Ekphrasis Adventure is now available to pre-order!!

A picture is worth 1000 words & in this issue, we let artwork lead the conversation! Featuring 10 magnificent illustrations & the stories & poetry they inspired. You don't want to miss it!

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May 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Reposted by Jess Burbank, author/illustrator
RFK Jr says that your autistic child will never write a poem. That their existence is a tragedy.

I’m autistic. I wrote and illustrated this picture book to show that your autistic child is a celebration.

Which message do you want your child to hear?

www.steveasbell.com#/flap-your-h...
April 17, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I illustrate picture books & write them, too! I ❤️ bringing the beauty & joy of nature onto the page through my watercolor illustrations & lyrical writing. Seeking rep.

Portfolio/contact:
www.JessBurbank.com

#kidlitart #kidlit #childrensbooks #picturebooks #Illustrator
April 3, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Reposted by Jess Burbank, author/illustrator
KidLit publishing and publishing in general feels so hard right now. I know there are days when the urge to throw in the towel is strong. Please don't. Your work matters. There is someone out there who will be changed by your book. Take that small step today. You have no idea how close you are.
March 31, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Check it out!
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...
March 10, 2025 at 10:07 PM