Katie Mazeika
@kdmaz.bsky.social
author/illustrator of
MAYBE JUST ASK ME! (Coming in 2025 from Beach Lane)
BEULAH HAS A HUNCH! (Beach Lane 2023)
ANNETTE FEELS FREE (Beach Lane 2022)
#ND #Disabled | She/Her, Rep’d by @fairbanklit |NE
https://linktr.ee/KatieMazeika
www.katiemazeika.com
MAYBE JUST ASK ME! (Coming in 2025 from Beach Lane)
BEULAH HAS A HUNCH! (Beach Lane 2023)
ANNETTE FEELS FREE (Beach Lane 2022)
#ND #Disabled | She/Her, Rep’d by @fairbanklit |NE
https://linktr.ee/KatieMazeika
www.katiemazeika.com
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Katie Mazeika
@kdmaz.bsky.social
· Dec 27
Recieved a unexpected holiday surprise from my editor-two early copies of MAYBE JUST ASK ME! Available April 22 from @ssedlib.bsky.social
(but you can pre-order a copy now!)
(but you can pre-order a copy now!)
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It’s #KidLitPostcardDay…which I’m using as an excuse to not work on things I should actually be doing 😬
I am a little #penguin obsessed lately; are you? 🐧🪶
#KidLitPostcard
I am a little #penguin obsessed lately; are you? 🐧🪶
#KidLitPostcard
February 5, 2026 at 7:14 PM
It’s #KidLitPostcardDay…which I’m using as an excuse to not work on things I should actually be doing 😬
I am a little #penguin obsessed lately; are you? 🐧🪶
#KidLitPostcard
I am a little #penguin obsessed lately; are you? 🐧🪶
#KidLitPostcard
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Our February newsletter, with intro article written by @lisaljrogers.bsky.social, is ready to read! Find book news, teaching tips, and more. Includes a downloadable booklist by our creatives to celebrate Women’s History Month in March!
bit.ly/4acrFHj
#edusky #booksky #schoollibrarians #skybrarian
bit.ly/4acrFHj
#edusky #booksky #schoollibrarians #skybrarian
A Celebration of Women’s Achievements in a “Golden Age of Children’s Literature”
By Lisa Rogers
kidlitforgrowingminds.substack.com
February 1, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Our February newsletter, with intro article written by @lisaljrogers.bsky.social, is ready to read! Find book news, teaching tips, and more. Includes a downloadable booklist by our creatives to celebrate Women’s History Month in March!
bit.ly/4acrFHj
#edusky #booksky #schoollibrarians #skybrarian
bit.ly/4acrFHj
#edusky #booksky #schoollibrarians #skybrarian
Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m a picture book author and illustrator open to new work.
✨you can find more of my work at www.katiemazeika.com ✨
#snowday #boyandhisdog #chicken #farm
✨you can find more of my work at www.katiemazeika.com ✨
#snowday #boyandhisdog #chicken #farm
February 5, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m a picture book author and illustrator open to new work.
✨you can find more of my work at www.katiemazeika.com ✨
#snowday #boyandhisdog #chicken #farm
✨you can find more of my work at www.katiemazeika.com ✨
#snowday #boyandhisdog #chicken #farm
Thank you students and teachers for a wonderful #WRAD 2026! Today I read books and answered questions for kids in 10 schools from Texas to Massachusetts.
Best question of the day: “Do you have a job?” 😂😂😂
Best question of the day: “Do you have a job?” 😂😂😂
February 4, 2026 at 11:20 PM
Thank you students and teachers for a wonderful #WRAD 2026! Today I read books and answered questions for kids in 10 schools from Texas to Massachusetts.
Best question of the day: “Do you have a job?” 😂😂😂
Best question of the day: “Do you have a job?” 😂😂😂
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We are wishing everyone warm and peaceful holidays! @mattforrestvw.bsky.social, author/anthologist of “A Universe of Rainbows,” is looking forward to baking 100s of cookies, wrapping gifts, and reading “The Polar Express!” #holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
December 17, 2025 at 3:18 PM
We are wishing everyone warm and peaceful holidays! @mattforrestvw.bsky.social, author/anthologist of “A Universe of Rainbows,” is looking forward to baking 100s of cookies, wrapping gifts, and reading “The Polar Express!” #holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
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We are wishing everyone warm and peaceful holidays! @kdmaz.bsky.social author and illustrator of MAYBE JUST ASK ME is looking forward to sipping hot chocolate while reading NIGHT CHEF by Mika Song in front of the fire.
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
December 16, 2025 at 4:35 PM
We are wishing everyone warm and peaceful holidays! @kdmaz.bsky.social author and illustrator of MAYBE JUST ASK ME is looking forward to sipping hot chocolate while reading NIGHT CHEF by Mika Song in front of the fire.
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
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We are wishing everyone warm and peaceful holidays! @kazwindness.bsky.social is looking forward to spring in Colorado by cozying up with AWAY by Megan E. Freeman.
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
December 12, 2025 at 5:46 PM
We are wishing everyone warm and peaceful holidays! @kazwindness.bsky.social is looking forward to spring in Colorado by cozying up with AWAY by Megan E. Freeman.
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
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We are wishing everyone warm and peaceful holidays! @mirkahokkanen.bsky.social is looking forward to a cup of hot cocoa and getting cozy with the newest Skunk and Badger book by Amy Timberlake.
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
December 9, 2025 at 4:59 PM
We are wishing everyone warm and peaceful holidays! @mirkahokkanen.bsky.social is looking forward to a cup of hot cocoa and getting cozy with the newest Skunk and Badger book by Amy Timberlake.
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
#holidayreads #kidlit #bookrecommendations #edusky #librarians
I’m speechless….
MAYBE JUST ASK ME! is a 2026 NCTE Charlotte Huck recommended read. Thank you NCTE for this honor! Congratulations to all the other authors and illustrators who received Charlotte Huck and Orbis awards yesterday!!!!!
#ncte #ncte25 #charlottehuckawards
MAYBE JUST ASK ME! is a 2026 NCTE Charlotte Huck recommended read. Thank you NCTE for this honor! Congratulations to all the other authors and illustrators who received Charlotte Huck and Orbis awards yesterday!!!!!
#ncte #ncte25 #charlottehuckawards
November 23, 2025 at 3:33 PM
I’m speechless….
MAYBE JUST ASK ME! is a 2026 NCTE Charlotte Huck recommended read. Thank you NCTE for this honor! Congratulations to all the other authors and illustrators who received Charlotte Huck and Orbis awards yesterday!!!!!
#ncte #ncte25 #charlottehuckawards
MAYBE JUST ASK ME! is a 2026 NCTE Charlotte Huck recommended read. Thank you NCTE for this honor! Congratulations to all the other authors and illustrators who received Charlotte Huck and Orbis awards yesterday!!!!!
#ncte #ncte25 #charlottehuckawards
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As I put the final touches on the typeset manuscript for HeartLand, I feel ecstatic and terrified. Will this book get hugged? Will kids care? I hope so. I hope it makes them laugh. I hope it makes them think. But right now, I'm going to focus on the joy I feel in sharing its cover with you! #kidlit
November 19, 2025 at 4:38 PM
As I put the final touches on the typeset manuscript for HeartLand, I feel ecstatic and terrified. Will this book get hugged? Will kids care? I hope so. I hope it makes them laugh. I hope it makes them think. But right now, I'm going to focus on the joy I feel in sharing its cover with you! #kidlit
November 18, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Hello #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I’m Katie Mazeika, author and illustrator. I’m open for new projects in 2026. Rep’d by Sorche Fairbank.
More at: www.katiemazeika.com
(art from MAYBE JUST ASK ME, S&S, 2025) #kidlitart #picturebookart #schoollife
More at: www.katiemazeika.com
(art from MAYBE JUST ASK ME, S&S, 2025) #kidlitart #picturebookart #schoollife
November 6, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Hello #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I’m Katie Mazeika, author and illustrator. I’m open for new projects in 2026. Rep’d by Sorche Fairbank.
More at: www.katiemazeika.com
(art from MAYBE JUST ASK ME, S&S, 2025) #kidlitart #picturebookart #schoollife
More at: www.katiemazeika.com
(art from MAYBE JUST ASK ME, S&S, 2025) #kidlitart #picturebookart #schoollife
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Want to win a copy of @lisaljrogers.bsky.social’s beautiful new #picturebook? Check out her post on @bandersonwriter.bsky.social’s blog that is helpful for #educators - bethandersonwriter.com/2025/09/19/e...
Especially for Educators: “Who Helps You Shine? Embracing a Growth Mindset to Reach Your Dreams” by Lisa Rogers
Here’s another fantastic book from one of the Kid Lit for Growing Minds members! In this post for educators and librarians, author Lisa Rogers, a former library teacher, shares how WOODY̵…
bethandersonwriter.com
September 19, 2025 at 12:07 PM
Want to win a copy of @lisaljrogers.bsky.social’s beautiful new #picturebook? Check out her post on @bandersonwriter.bsky.social’s blog that is helpful for #educators - bethandersonwriter.com/2025/09/19/e...
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New interview up at Jonathan Roth's blog: jonathan-roth.com/2025/09/10/g...
#kidlit #kidlitillustration #kidlitillustrator #picturebook #outdooradventure #edusky #skybrarians #newbooks
#kidlit #kidlitillustration #kidlitillustrator #picturebook #outdooradventure #edusky #skybrarians #newbooks
September 11, 2025 at 12:12 AM
New interview up at Jonathan Roth's blog: jonathan-roth.com/2025/09/10/g...
#kidlit #kidlitillustration #kidlitillustrator #picturebook #outdooradventure #edusky #skybrarians #newbooks
#kidlit #kidlitillustration #kidlitillustrator #picturebook #outdooradventure #edusky #skybrarians #newbooks
Thank you Virginian Pilot and Caroline Luzzatto for including“Maybe Just Ask Me!” On your list of books to help kids navigate friendship!
#disabilityinclusion @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @edusky.bsky.social @libsk.bsky.social
#disabilityrepresentation
#disabilityinclusion @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @edusky.bsky.social @libsk.bsky.social
#disabilityrepresentation
September 11, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Thank you Virginian Pilot and Caroline Luzzatto for including“Maybe Just Ask Me!” On your list of books to help kids navigate friendship!
#disabilityinclusion @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @edusky.bsky.social @libsk.bsky.social
#disabilityrepresentation
#disabilityinclusion @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social @edusky.bsky.social @libsk.bsky.social
#disabilityrepresentation
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Don't miss this post about #primarysources and GIVEAWAY! #Nonfiction #Nature #PictureBook @lynnstreetbooks.bsky.social
@kl4gm.bsky.social #edusky
@annehunterstudio.bsky.social
@12x12challenge.bsky.social
@steamteambooks.bsky.social
#birds #forests #nature
#kidlit #STEM #science
@kl4gm.bsky.social #edusky
@annehunterstudio.bsky.social
@12x12challenge.bsky.social
@steamteambooks.bsky.social
#birds #forests #nature
#kidlit #STEM #science
Behind the Scenes: “How Primary Sources Can Grow Your Nonfiction Nature Picture Book” by Lynn Street
It’s quite amazing when you find primary sources that provide the seed, or acorn, that allows you to tell a story that for a while seemed lifeless. Check out this great post from debut author…
bethandersonwriter.com
September 5, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Hello #kidlitartpostcard Day!!! I’m Katie, an author and illustrator rep’d by Fairbank Literary.
🌟open to new projects! 🌟
✨See more of my work online at www.katiemazeika.com
#blackandwhite #back2school #schoollife
🌟open to new projects! 🌟
✨See more of my work online at www.katiemazeika.com
#blackandwhite #back2school #schoollife
September 4, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Hello #kidlitartpostcard Day!!! I’m Katie, an author and illustrator rep’d by Fairbank Literary.
🌟open to new projects! 🌟
✨See more of my work online at www.katiemazeika.com
#blackandwhite #back2school #schoollife
🌟open to new projects! 🌟
✨See more of my work online at www.katiemazeika.com
#blackandwhite #back2school #schoollife
Hello #kidlitpostcard Day!!! I’m Katie, an author and illustrator rep’d by Fairbank Literary and open to new projects!
✨See more of my work online at www.katiemazeika.com
#blackandwhite #back2school #schoollife
✨See more of my work online at www.katiemazeika.com
#blackandwhite #back2school #schoollife
September 4, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Hello #kidlitpostcard Day!!! I’m Katie, an author and illustrator rep’d by Fairbank Literary and open to new projects!
✨See more of my work online at www.katiemazeika.com
#blackandwhite #back2school #schoollife
✨See more of my work online at www.katiemazeika.com
#blackandwhite #back2school #schoollife
Happy Book Birthday Mirka!!!
Happy publication day to Little Seasons: Autumn Leaves! So excited for this book to be out in the world making little ones smile while teaching them all about leaves and how they change color. Great for a classroom or homeschool. mirkah.com/autumnleaves
#stembooks #kidlit #autumnbooks #edusky
#stembooks #kidlit #autumnbooks #edusky
September 3, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Happy Book Birthday Mirka!!!
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Our Sept. newsletter, article by @lisaljrogers.bsky.social, and #giveaway is ready to read! Find book news, teaching tips, inspiration, & more. Subscribe to receive a special download and bio book list by our KL4GM creatives! 💕📚💕
#edusky #booksky #schoollibrarians #skybrarian tinyurl.com/2yzd9orb
#edusky #booksky #schoollibrarians #skybrarian tinyurl.com/2yzd9orb
Picture Book Biographies: Teaching Tools Full of Possibility
By Lisa Rogers
tinyurl.com
September 1, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Our Sept. newsletter, article by @lisaljrogers.bsky.social, and #giveaway is ready to read! Find book news, teaching tips, inspiration, & more. Subscribe to receive a special download and bio book list by our KL4GM creatives! 💕📚💕
#edusky #booksky #schoollibrarians #skybrarian tinyurl.com/2yzd9orb
#edusky #booksky #schoollibrarians #skybrarian tinyurl.com/2yzd9orb
Thank you Meridian Magazine for including MAYBE JUST ASK ME! in your back-to-school book list!! www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa...
@edusky.bsky.social #edusky
@edusky.bsky.social #edusky
August 29, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Thank you Meridian Magazine for including MAYBE JUST ASK ME! in your back-to-school book list!! www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa...
@edusky.bsky.social #edusky
@edusky.bsky.social #edusky
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It’s a #backtoschool #giveaway! One lucky #teacher or #librarian will win this wonderful collection of #picturebooks! Like, comment, or repost by 9/1/25 to win. #kidlit #edusky #librarysky #booksky #literacy #pbjam #childrensbooks
August 19, 2025 at 1:36 PM
It’s a #backtoschool #giveaway! One lucky #teacher or #librarian will win this wonderful collection of #picturebooks! Like, comment, or repost by 9/1/25 to win. #kidlit #edusky #librarysky #booksky #literacy #pbjam #childrensbooks
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Loved talking about the power books and storytelling with Matthew !
Jyoti Rajan Gopal, author of Over in the Mangroves (Orchard Books), illustrated by Dikshaa Pawaskar, joins Matthew to talk about a place so magical and so important.
Listen wherever podcast are found! 🎧 📚 💕
#picturebook #kidlit @jyotigopal.bsky.social
www.matthewcwinner.com/post/our-int...
Listen wherever podcast are found! 🎧 📚 💕
#picturebook #kidlit @jyotigopal.bsky.social
www.matthewcwinner.com/post/our-int...
Our Interconnectedness with Jyoti Rajan Gopal
Jyoti Rajan Gopal, author of Over in the Mangroves (Orchard Books), illustrated by Dikshaa Pawaskar, joins Matthew to talk about a place so magical and so important.
www.matthewcwinner.com
July 16, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Loved talking about the power books and storytelling with Matthew !
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We can't wait for WHEN SANTA WROTE BACK! Out on 9/2!
@Sourcebookskids: "We're getting ready for Christmas in July! 🎄 Get a sneak peek at one of our newest Christmas titles — When Santa Wrote Back! (out Sept 2)
When Santa Wrote Back!
written by Nathan Christopher, illustrated by Pablo Pino
@hellonathanc @pablospino"
When Santa Wrote Back!
written by Nathan Christopher, illustrated by Pablo Pino
@hellonathanc @pablospino"
July 21, 2025 at 3:42 AM
We can't wait for WHEN SANTA WROTE BACK! Out on 9/2!
I’m headed to Philly next weekend for ALA!!! I’ll be presenting with Lyn Milller-Lachmann, Molli Ehlert and Bethany Walker on Saturday, and signing copies of IS THAT THE BUS? Sunday morning, and copies of MAYBE JUST ASK ME! Monday morning. If you’re there too, come say “hi”!!!
#ALAAC25 #ALA25
#ALAAC25 #ALA25
June 23, 2025 at 2:48 AM