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Laura Alderson
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#Author and #illustrator of #kidlit. Represented by @Sarahbrewyard at https://thebrightagency.com/uk/childrens-illustration/artists/laura-alderson. Website: https://lauraaldersonart.com
IG:https://www.instagram.com/laura_alderson_studio/
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Laura Alderson @lauraalderson.bsky.social · Aug 7
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Ever have a summer outing go completely off the rails? Here is single-spread excerpt from a story I've been working on. (Swipe between pages.)

Represented by @Sarahbrewyard at The Bright Agency
The first of two pages from a graphic novel excerpt for #kidlitartpostcard: Two anthropomorphic dogs are tugging at a sausage that one of them stole. The binding snaps and they go tumbling down the hill…(continued) They land at the bottom and are met with unpleasant surprise: the butcher who made the sausages is waiting for them! They run for their lives…(comic by Laura Alderson)
lauraalderson.bsky.social
Let’s help this family get their violin back! Quote from my daughter many years ago: “My violin feels like a part of my arm.” Musicians form special bonds with their instruments.
erinrew.bsky.social Erin Rew @erinrew.bsky.social · 4d
Dear Friends,

My daughter’s violin was stolen from our home by a cleaning service and I know that it is a long shot, but I am desperately seeking it.
November 15, 2025 at 7:44 AM
lauraalderson.bsky.social
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Ever have a summer outing go completely off the rails? Here is single-spread excerpt from a story I've been working on. (Swipe between pages.)

Represented by @Sarahbrewyard at The Bright Agency
The first of two pages from a graphic novel excerpt for #kidlitartpostcard: Two anthropomorphic dogs are tugging at a sausage that one of them stole. The binding snaps and they go tumbling down the hill…(continued) They land at the bottom and are met with unpleasant surprise: the butcher who made the sausages is waiting for them! They run for their lives…(comic by Laura Alderson)
August 7, 2025 at 6:41 AM
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davidhohn.bsky.social
Hey look! It's #kidlitartpostcard day!
This ones a sample image from a new book dummy.

Portfolio: www.davidhohn.com
Represented by: @jmcgowanbks

#childrensbook #petlovers #doglife #illustration #kidlitart
July 3, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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thornockstudios.bsky.social
Hey #KidLitArtPostcard day!
This old pup has both ears up and an eye on the horizon.
Hi I’m Chris, an illustrator of picture books and covers.
thornockstudios.com
Agent: Lori Steel – @steelworksliterary.bsky.social steelworksliterary.com
#illustrator #kidlitart #dogsofinstagram
July 3, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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kirstenmcgonigal.bsky.social
👋🏼 Hello art directors and editors. Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Did you know I like to draw chickens? And quilts too? 😁 Check out my portfolio at kirstenmcgonigal.com to see what else I like drawing, and writing about too! I’m rep’d by @beccalangton.bsky.social of @da-childrens.bsky.social
#kidlit
Whimsical children’s book illustration showing a parade of chickens marching down a city street. The chicken in front carries a long flag made of red white and blue while squares, arranged in various configurations of Stars and Stripes. She is pulling a wagon with three chicks in it. Behind the chicks marches a hen wearing boots and carrying a drum, which she is beating as she marches. Behind her comes a duck, looking grouchy and pulling a cannon, on top of which stands a rooster, who looks very pompous as he blows into a golden horn.
July 3, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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seelillustrations.bsky.social
It’s #kidlitartpostcard day!
This little mouse has a story full of heart—and a few stumbles along the way. 🐭💫
Art directors and editors, if you’re curious to know more about this story I’ve written and illustrated, my agents Ethan and Heather would love to hear from you!
@thet2agency.bsky.social
July 3, 2025 at 10:41 AM
lauraalderson.bsky.social
Hello #Kidlitartpostcard! I’m Laura, an author/illustrator who likes stories with humor, but also with a bit of tenderness where you least expect it. I have a weak spot for sausages.

Represented by @sarahbrewyard.bsky.social at The Bright Agency.

#kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitillustration
A mischievous anthropomorphic dog is about to steal a sausage. A bulldog butcher, distracted by a poodle customer, sees him out of the corner of his eye. Watch out! That butcher is holding a cleaver! By Laura Alderson for kidlitartpostcard.
July 3, 2025 at 10:42 AM
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kirstenmcgonigal.bsky.social
It’s #KidLitArtPostcard day again! Hello art directors and editors. If you have any projects involving quirky characters and situations I’d love to work with you on them! Check out my portfolio at kirstenmcgonigalart.com Rep’d by @beccalangton.bsky.social of @da-childrens.bsky.social
#kidlit
April 3, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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milenamilak.bsky.social
It’s #kidlitpostcardday

Hi, my name is Milena Milak.
I’m interested in working in picture book.

Currently seeking representation.

🕸️www.milenamilak.com
✉️ hello@milenamilak.com

#kidlitartpostcard
April 3, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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denisegallagher.bsky.social
Happy Kid Lit Art Postcard Day!

I’m an author and illustrator for children. I love animals and whimsy, funky color palettes and honeybees!

Repd by Kristen Terrette, Martin Literary Management

See more at Denisegallagher.com

#illustration #art #kidlitart #kidlitartpostcardday
April 3, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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martinstanev.bsky.social
Hello #KidLitArtPostcard!

I’m an illustrator and author and I like to explore themes of connection between humanity and the natural world in my work. I would love to collaborate on more picture books and board books!

martinstanev.com
Rep’d by InklingIllustration.com

#kidlitart #childrensbook
An illustration depicting a parent and child walking through a flower meadow at sunset. The child is pointing to a hare in the foreground and you can spot a deer in the distance. A snowcapped mountain peak stands tall in the background.
April 3, 2025 at 12:39 PM
lauraalderson.bsky.social
I’m Laura, an author/illustrator who likes stories with joie de vivre. I'm visiting family and wondering, What if grandmas just kept on giving cookies?

My website: lauraaldersonart.com
Cara: cara.app/lauraalderson
IG: www.instagram.com/lauraintorino/

Seeking representation!

#kidlitartpostcard
A teapot genie grandma is conjuring a ridiculous number of cookies for four kids at a tea party. Three kids are becoming a bit alarmed at the growing pile, which threatents to bury them, but one is still blissfully oblivous. A postcard for kidlitart postcard day by Laura Alderson, an author/illustrator seeking representation.
April 3, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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lennywendraws.bsky.social
Happy World Book Day and #kidlitartpostcard day!

I am Lenny Wen, author/illustrator.
My web: www.lennywen.com
March 6, 2025 at 2:32 PM
lauraalderson.bsky.social
I love this idea!
tomwilltell.bsky.social Tom Booth @tomwilltell.bsky.social · Mar 6
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day!

My wife and I made a book that, thanks to Abrams, hits shelves this fall! Check out the full illustration and more of my work at my newly refreshed site: tom-booth.com

And please consider preordering our book so we can feed our actual baby. Thanks everyone! -Tom
March 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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bonnieadamson.com
Hello, #kidlitartpostcard Day!
Who hasn't loved somehing just because no one else does?
Pencil scanned and colored in Photoshop.
bonnieadamson.com
Represented by Sara Crowe Literary.
Drawing of a girl holding (and gazing lovingly at) a really tacky flowered china cat.
March 6, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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tracybishopart.bsky.social
Happy March #kidlitartpostcard day!

I'm Tracy and I illustrate all forms of kid lit books! I am repp'd by MB Artists.

Find my work at 🖥️www.tracybishop.com
Illustration of a child napping under a cherry tree in full bloom with a kitten and puppy.
March 6, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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annadaviscourt.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day!
I'm Anna, I love to mess around with different mediums and explore meaningful stories with goofy characters.🌟

📨annadaviscourt@gmail.com
🌐annadaviscourt.com
rep'd by Justin Rucker @ Shannon Associates

#KidLitArtPostcardDay #KidLit #KidLitArt #Illustration #PastelArt
A pastel drawing of a determined looking kid reaching through outer space to grab a bright, glowing star with text on it. Text reads: Anna Daviscourt/illustrator-author/annadaviscourt.com/rep'd by Shannon Associates
March 6, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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maxinevee.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! 🥰🤍
I’m Maxine Vee and I love illustrating whimsical worlds!
I’d love to work on children’s books 📚 !

🌼 maxinevee.com
🌼 repped by Natascha Morris from The Tobias Literary Agency
A brown bear reads a story to their friends: raccoon, two rabbits, and a fox around a campfire. They are sitting under a willow tree during a night sky. There are fireflies surrounding them.
March 6, 2025 at 9:35 PM
lauraalderson.bsky.social
A middle grade happy dance for #kitlitartpostcard and #worldbookday!

I’m Laura, an author/illustrator who likes stories with joie de vivre, but also ones with a touch of mystery.

cara.app/lauraalderson
www.instagram.com/lauraintorino/
lauraaldersonart.com

Looking for representation.
Diverse group of middle grade girls dancing at a party, for #kidlitartpostcard and #worldbookday. Art by author/illustrator Laura Alderson, done on Photoshop.
March 6, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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ashmoleanmuseum.bsky.social
Happy #WorldBookDay 📚

This tiny book dates from the early 16th century and is smaller than a modern postage stamp!

See it on display in Gallery 53.

📚 Miniature book, 1512. Silver, silver-gilt, 3.8 x 2.8cm. WA2013.1.27
A miniature silver devotional book with gold-gilded covers containing eighteen engraved silver pages. A miniature silver devotional book with gold-gilded covers containing eighteen engraved silver pages. A miniature silver devotional book with gold-gilded covers containing eighteen engraved silver pages.
March 6, 2025 at 7:15 AM
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Debbie does so much for the Kidlit community on BlueSky. Thanks for helping to build up this art-friendly place for us, Debbie!
debbieohi.com Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · Feb 9
To #KidLit ILLUSTRATORS seeking representation:

Pls reply with ONE post that incl. a #KidLitArt image (include alt-text), link to your online portfolio and/or IG, other info if you can fit it in ONE post.

(***READ INSTRUCTIONS before replying 👇🏼***)

debbieohi.com/2025/02/are-...
Kidlit Illustrators seeking representation: Reply with one comment that includes one image. Make sure your image includes identifying info in case it is shared. In your comment text, including link to your portfolio and/or Instagram URL. If you can fit it in the one comment: include info about what kind of kidlit illustration work you are seeking. Please ONLY post in thread if you are the illustrator seeking rep.
February 10, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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miriambos.com
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! (just a tad bit late)
I'm a children's book illustrator & author from the Netherlands. My books are published in (amongst other countries) France, Germany & Italy. My dream is to see them in English too someday. (My UK & USA friends keep nagging me😂)
#kidlitart #kidlit"
February 7, 2025 at 7:58 AM
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somebodyelsa.bsky.social
It’s my favourite day of the month on social media! ❤️
#kidlitartpostcard day!!!

I’m Elsa and I’m a children’s book illustrator always looking for some amazing projects to be a part of.

🎨 somebodyelsa.com

#kidlit
February 6, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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plaidcats.bsky.social
Tip toe carefully, it’s #KidLitArtPostcard day. I’m Christopher, a Boston-based illustrator in love with the fantastic, colorful, historic, and whimsical.

🎨Portfolio:
plaidcats.com
📚Rep’d for books by:
Studio Goodwin Sturges

#kidlitart #kidlit #bookcover #picturebook #middlegrade #illustration
A timid shrew tip toes into a tiny moonlit clearing. Colorful plants create a rainbow world down by the dirt.
February 6, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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thornockstudios.bsky.social
Let’s see what is cooking for #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Hello, I’m Chris, an illustrator of picture books. Websites - Thornockstudios.com Agent - Lori Steel Steelworksliterary.com

#illustrator #kidlitillustrator #picturebooks #childrensbooks
Strange creatures around a pot eyeing a girl and her dog.
February 6, 2025 at 1:10 PM