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Joyce Sweeney
@joycekay.bsky.social
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Director of Kidlit at The Seymour Agency
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I love Laura's art so much!
laurapiggott.bsky.social Laura Piggott @laurapiggott.bsky.social · 4d
Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! I’m Laura and I’m an author/illustrator represented by @elisahouot.bsky.social and @joycesweeney.bsky.social at the Seymour Agency.

I would LOVE to work with you.

www.laurapiggott.com
hello@laurapiggott.com

#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi #bookcover #illustrator #mockcover
February 5, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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2026’s New Releases are coming your way!
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IG @andreatripke @asiqueira.bsky.social @beccamcmurdiebooks.bsky.social @artbyann.bsky.social
#NationalYearOfReading
February 4, 2026 at 12:16 PM
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Thrilled to have contributed to the case studies in Harold Underdown’s recently concluded mini-course.
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February 2, 2026 at 2:17 PM
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Looking forward to working with Rob Sanders and learning how to craft a fabulous picture book biography! 🥰📚✍️
thewritingbarn.bsky.social The Writing Barn @thewritingbarn.bsky.social · Mar 2
Ready to master your craft this month? Well, you’re in luck! 🍀

Our March programming is perfect for writers at all stages of PLUS we have some incredibly fun FREE events happening as well.

Learn more about our classes here: thewritingbarn.com/upcoming-cla...
January 28, 2026 at 2:34 AM
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Also shout-outs to children/MG/YA books that have trans protagonists. A close family member of mine just came out. We need books that reflect/mirror their experiences. #kidlitchat
January 28, 2026 at 2:59 AM
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January 28, 2026 at 11:23 AM
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That will be a good one!!!
nadiaawriter.bsky.social Nadia Ali @nadiaawriter.bsky.social · 13d
Thrilled to be a contributor to the case studies for this mini-course by Harold Underdown.
Jan 27th and Jan 29th 2026
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January 28, 2026 at 11:15 AM
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Im so proud of this beautiful lineup
January 22, 2026 at 12:04 PM
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2026’s New Releases are coming your way!
@joycekay.bsky.social @seymouragency.bsky.social
@khushboopatel.bsky.social @tonnyef.bsky.social
IG @andreatripke @asiqueira.bsky.social @beccamcmurdiebooks.bsky.social
#NationalYearOfReading
January 12, 2026 at 1:57 PM
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So happy to announce this fun picture book by Jamie Rodarte! @seymouragency.bsky.social
January 9, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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Another beautiful crop coming up in 2026! @theseymourglass.bsky.social
January 7, 2026 at 1:05 PM
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HUMPHREY THE EGG-SPLORER by Nadia Ali and illustrations by Valenti Gubianas it’s a book-tastic New Year read for all ages.
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January 7, 2026 at 11:47 AM
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Sneak peek at 2026! This is one of my favorite picture book ideas of all time! Great for stimulating kids' creativity.
Join the pre order party at
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January 5, 2026 at 7:26 PM
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New year, new work. “Yeti or Not,” the holidays are over and 2026 is here.

#kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #mgcover #bookcover #bookcoverart #bookcoverartist #bookdesign #illustrator #illustration #scbwi #middlegradeillustration #mockcover
January 5, 2026 at 11:01 AM
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HUMPHREY THE EGG-SPLORER by Nadia Ali and illustrations by Valenti Gubianas it’s a book-tastic gift for readers of all ages.
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Humphrey the Egg-Splorer
Humphrey the Egg-Splorer [Ali, Nadia, Gubianas, Valentí] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Humphrey the Egg-Splorer
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December 10, 2025 at 11:28 AM
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It's here! Hilarious piece of herstory
about how women in sports had to rebel against the ridiculous costumes made for them. Words by Jennifer Cooper, pictures by Eva Byrne published by Sourcebooks. @readlandmark.bsky.social @seymouragency.bsky.social
December 3, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Book-tastic Gifts by Nadia Ali.
Raisah - art by Fatma Zehra Köprülü
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Humphrey - art Valenti Gubianas
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The Animal Societies Series
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December 1, 2025 at 11:24 AM
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I used to live in Volusia County and I loved that library!
nadiaawriter.bsky.social Nadia Ali @nadiaawriter.bsky.social · Nov 20
Hey look! HUMPHREY THE EGG-SPLORER is in the Volusia County Public Library in Florida!
Thank you S. Solomon for requesting it.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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Thrilled to receive a copy of CHESED from Karyn Friedman-Everham, illustrated by Gabby Grant. And, a beautiful card. Thank you soo much Karyn!
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November 19, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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So proud to rep this amazing author-illustrator!
laurapiggott.bsky.social Laura Piggott @laurapiggott.bsky.social · Nov 6
Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! I’m Laura and I’m an author/illustrator represented by @elisahouot.bsky.social and @joycesweeney.bsky.social at the Seymour Agency.

I would LOVE to work with you.

www.laurapiggott.com
hello@laurapiggott.com

#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi #bookcover #illustrator #mockcover
November 6, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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It's here! The ultimate guide to navigating little sisters! STICKY HERMANA by Ana Siqueira, illustrated by Olivia de Castro, published by Charlesbridge
October 30, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Such a fun day!!!
mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social Mindy Alyse Weiss @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social · Oct 23
I had an amazing time chatting and having lunch with super-agent @joycekay.bsky.social today.

Such a fun and productive day! I shared a revision idea for a PB close to my heart and we're both excited about it. Wahoooooo!
October 23, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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Photo bombed by Frankenstein! Had fun client lunch with Thor today!
October 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Look what’s available at Debenhams!
As a kid, I used to go to Debenhams with my Mum.
Now, my books are on their shelves!
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October 22, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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Big thanks to sweet and kind agent sis @nadiaawriter.bsky.social for this beautiful shout out!

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October 20, 2025 at 4:34 PM