Sarah Hovorka
@sarahhovorka.bsky.social
Children's Author
www.SarahHovorka.com
Camouflage Mom; Unicycle Dad; Same Love, Different Hug; Hattie Hates Hugs
www.SarahHovorka.com
Camouflage Mom; Unicycle Dad; Same Love, Different Hug; Hattie Hates Hugs
My current and TBR YA and Adult books
June 23, 2025 at 1:54 AM
My current and TBR YA and Adult books
This Father's Day, check out the true story of a wonderful father. www.amazon.com/Unicycle-Dad...
June 10, 2025 at 2:17 PM
This Father's Day, check out the true story of a wonderful father. www.amazon.com/Unicycle-Dad...
Happy to be the May Guest Guru at Rate Your Story!
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Meet Our May Guest Guru Sarah Hovorka
We are very excited to feature our April Guest Guru (Sarah Hovorka) who brings a wealth of knowledge and information as a multi-published picture book author to us. She will give a rating and feedback...
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April 27, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Happy to be the May Guest Guru at Rate Your Story!
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Enter for a chance to win a picture book submission package critique!
#BookLove #MarchOn #MentorTexts #RateYourStory
Enter for a chance to win a picture book submission package critique!
#BookLove #MarchOn #MentorTexts #RateYourStory
MOWMT: Compelling Page Turns with Sarah Hovorka
March 25, 2025[Note: Click on the Title / Links to buy the Books.]If you’ve ever searched for “page turns in a picture book manuscript” you’ll see a variety of contradictory advice usually focused on ...
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March 26, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Enter for a chance to win a picture book submission package critique!
#BookLove #MarchOn #MentorTexts #RateYourStory
Enter for a chance to win a picture book submission package critique!
#BookLove #MarchOn #MentorTexts #RateYourStory
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Mentor Texts: What Do I Do Now? A blog post on how I study mentor texts while reading as a reader.
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#writing
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#writing
Mentor Texts: What Do I Do Now?
If you’re a writer or educator of writers, you’ve probably been advised to use a mentor text to learn or teach various writing things. So, you do your due diligence, ask for recommendations, and...
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February 8, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Mentor Texts: What Do I Do Now? A blog post on how I study mentor texts while reading as a reader.
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#writing
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#writing
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Thanks for creating this, @becomingkrys.bsky.social!
I made a list of all the pitch events we know about in the BlueSky #WritingCommunity so far.
I've included links to all the hashtags, whether they're an agent pitch or a hype event, what kinds of manuscripts are included, and the accounts associated with the events!
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I've included links to all the hashtags, whether they're an agent pitch or a hype event, what kinds of manuscripts are included, and the accounts associated with the events!
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Pitch Events on BlueSky
Pitch Events on BlueSky Rules of Thumb All pitch events have their own rules, but here are a few rules of thumb for best results on BlueSky. No AI – all work should be your own (commissioned art shoul...
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January 16, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Thanks for creating this, @becomingkrys.bsky.social!
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Hello #writingcommunity. My reach here is so very low. If anyone sees this, would love a little support. I want to reach out to the amazing #librarians and #teachers out there fighting for diversity in publishing.
Pre-orders and ARC requests now available.
#Weneeddiversebooks #debut #barefootbooks
Pre-orders and ARC requests now available.
#Weneeddiversebooks #debut #barefootbooks
December 21, 2024 at 11:31 PM
Hello #writingcommunity. My reach here is so very low. If anyone sees this, would love a little support. I want to reach out to the amazing #librarians and #teachers out there fighting for diversity in publishing.
Pre-orders and ARC requests now available.
#Weneeddiversebooks #debut #barefootbooks
Pre-orders and ARC requests now available.
#Weneeddiversebooks #debut #barefootbooks
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For all parents! 👀
MAKING IT UP is an amazing new technique for unstructured play with your kids, making games more fun and rewarding for everyone.
Cover was just revealed - book releases in Jan 2026!
Find out more: www.christophermannino.com/miu.html
#parenting #booksky #books #nonfiction
MAKING IT UP is an amazing new technique for unstructured play with your kids, making games more fun and rewarding for everyone.
Cover was just revealed - book releases in Jan 2026!
Find out more: www.christophermannino.com/miu.html
#parenting #booksky #books #nonfiction
February 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM
For all parents! 👀
MAKING IT UP is an amazing new technique for unstructured play with your kids, making games more fun and rewarding for everyone.
Cover was just revealed - book releases in Jan 2026!
Find out more: www.christophermannino.com/miu.html
#parenting #booksky #books #nonfiction
MAKING IT UP is an amazing new technique for unstructured play with your kids, making games more fun and rewarding for everyone.
Cover was just revealed - book releases in Jan 2026!
Find out more: www.christophermannino.com/miu.html
#parenting #booksky #books #nonfiction
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Happy birthday, @ajirving.bsky.social!
February 9, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Happy birthday, @ajirving.bsky.social!
Mentor Texts: What Do I Do Now? A blog post on how I study mentor texts while reading as a reader.
www.sarahhovorka.com/proudly-book...
#writing
www.sarahhovorka.com/proudly-book...
#writing
Mentor Texts: What Do I Do Now?
If you’re a writer or educator of writers, you’ve probably been advised to use a mentor text to learn or teach various writing things. So, you do your due diligence, ask for recommendations, and...
www.sarahhovorka.com
February 8, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Mentor Texts: What Do I Do Now? A blog post on how I study mentor texts while reading as a reader.
www.sarahhovorka.com/proudly-book...
#writing
www.sarahhovorka.com/proudly-book...
#writing
Reposted by Sarah Hovorka
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Who wants a picture book mentor?
#PBRisingStars is such an amazing program. All mentors are open to unagented creators & some will consider agented ones, too.
Definitely check it out! #PBParty gets so many incredible entries from past PB Rising Stars mentees each year.
#PBRisingStars is such an amazing program. All mentors are open to unagented creators & some will consider agented ones, too.
Definitely check it out! #PBParty gets so many incredible entries from past PB Rising Stars mentees each year.
It's TODAY!
We've been dying to share the '25 #PBRisingStars Mentor class, and now we finally can!
Shoutout to @kidlit411.bsky.social for hosting our BIG announcement!
Click to see who the TWENTY-NINE incredible mentors are, each excited to help YOU chase your publishing dreams! bit.ly/25Mentors
We've been dying to share the '25 #PBRisingStars Mentor class, and now we finally can!
Shoutout to @kidlit411.bsky.social for hosting our BIG announcement!
Click to see who the TWENTY-NINE incredible mentors are, each excited to help YOU chase your publishing dreams! bit.ly/25Mentors
February 8, 2025 at 3:16 AM
Who wants a picture book mentor?
#PBRisingStars is such an amazing program. All mentors are open to unagented creators & some will consider agented ones, too.
Definitely check it out! #PBParty gets so many incredible entries from past PB Rising Stars mentees each year.
#PBRisingStars is such an amazing program. All mentors are open to unagented creators & some will consider agented ones, too.
Definitely check it out! #PBParty gets so many incredible entries from past PB Rising Stars mentees each year.
Check out the Only Picture Books Author Interview of me! This was a really fun one, good for authors and readers. Enjoy. www.onlypicturebooks.com/2025/01/13/a...
Author Interview: Sarah Hovorka - Only Picture Books
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January 16, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Check out the Only Picture Books Author Interview of me! This was a really fun one, good for authors and readers. Enjoy. www.onlypicturebooks.com/2025/01/13/a...
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Feeling stabby? Now's your chance to get "If UR Stabby" signed! In exchange, kids will receive "Worm and Caterpillar are Friends." US only, pls. "If UR Stabby" is dark teen and adult humor. Up to 20 copies available, offer good thru 11/21/24. #wormandcaterpillar #booksforkids #kindnessmatters
November 7, 2024 at 10:59 PM
Feeling stabby? Now's your chance to get "If UR Stabby" signed! In exchange, kids will receive "Worm and Caterpillar are Friends." US only, pls. "If UR Stabby" is dark teen and adult humor. Up to 20 copies available, offer good thru 11/21/24. #wormandcaterpillar #booksforkids #kindnessmatters
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Such a gorgeous, humorous, and inventive way to introduce Hanukkah, friendship, and compassion.
www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... Karen Rostoker Gruber & Carles Arbat @Apples & Honey Press #PPBF #kidlit
www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... Karen Rostoker Gruber & Carles Arbat @Apples & Honey Press #PPBF #kidlit
November 8, 2024 at 9:18 AM
Such a gorgeous, humorous, and inventive way to introduce Hanukkah, friendship, and compassion.
www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... Karen Rostoker Gruber & Carles Arbat @Apples & Honey Press #PPBF #kidlit
www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... Karen Rostoker Gruber & Carles Arbat @Apples & Honey Press #PPBF #kidlit
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COVER REVEAL!
LIKE THAT ELEANOR, authored by @leewind.bsky.social, illustrated by Bookhive25 member @kellyamangan.bsky.social!
Eleanor stands up for her friend by sitting down in just the right place-- & that changes everything.
Available for pre-order now!
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LIKE THAT ELEANOR, authored by @leewind.bsky.social, illustrated by Bookhive25 member @kellyamangan.bsky.social!
Eleanor stands up for her friend by sitting down in just the right place-- & that changes everything.
Available for pre-order now!
cardinalrulepress.com/products/lik...
November 8, 2024 at 1:24 PM
COVER REVEAL!
LIKE THAT ELEANOR, authored by @leewind.bsky.social, illustrated by Bookhive25 member @kellyamangan.bsky.social!
Eleanor stands up for her friend by sitting down in just the right place-- & that changes everything.
Available for pre-order now!
cardinalrulepress.com/products/lik...
LIKE THAT ELEANOR, authored by @leewind.bsky.social, illustrated by Bookhive25 member @kellyamangan.bsky.social!
Eleanor stands up for her friend by sitting down in just the right place-- & that changes everything.
Available for pre-order now!
cardinalrulepress.com/products/lik...
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Hello #KidLitArtPostcard I'm Kip, an illustrator, and I'm looking for my next board book or picture book to work on ☺️ I love colour and texture ☺️
🌐 kipalizadeh.net
📧 kip.alizadeh@gmail.com
Represented by Mandy Suhr at storywise.uk
#KidLitArt
🌐 kipalizadeh.net
📧 kip.alizadeh@gmail.com
Represented by Mandy Suhr at storywise.uk
#KidLitArt
November 7, 2024 at 2:27 PM
Hello #KidLitArtPostcard I'm Kip, an illustrator, and I'm looking for my next board book or picture book to work on ☺️ I love colour and texture ☺️
🌐 kipalizadeh.net
📧 kip.alizadeh@gmail.com
Represented by Mandy Suhr at storywise.uk
#KidLitArt
🌐 kipalizadeh.net
📧 kip.alizadeh@gmail.com
Represented by Mandy Suhr at storywise.uk
#KidLitArt
Celebrate this holiday season with picture books full of love. Check out more about them at www.sarahhovorka.com.
November 3, 2024 at 4:48 PM
Celebrate this holiday season with picture books full of love. Check out more about them at www.sarahhovorka.com.
Check out this podcast featuring three children's authors of military picture books, including yours truly.
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{JULY SPECIAL PANEL: Military Families} | All The Write Marketing
PANELISTS:
Maria Dismondy (Facilitator)
Sarah Hovorka
Sandra Miller Linhart
Shermaine Perry-Knights
About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, locat...
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August 18, 2024 at 4:20 PM
Check out this podcast featuring three children's authors of military picture books, including yours truly.
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CAMOUFLAGE MOM by @sarahhovorka.bsky.social and Elif Balta Parks is a love letter to military kids and a touching tribute to women in the military. I love that this heartfelt story about separation and maintaining connection was inspired by the author’s mother!
July 27, 2024 at 2:17 PM
CAMOUFLAGE MOM by @sarahhovorka.bsky.social and Elif Balta Parks is a love letter to military kids and a touching tribute to women in the military. I love that this heartfelt story about separation and maintaining connection was inspired by the author’s mother!
Military Families Panel is July 10th, 12 PM EST- Are you an educator, parent or caregiver? Join me as we discuss the unique experiences of being in a Military Family. Classrooms welcome! Learn more here: bit.ly/3VP50t5
July 9, 2024 at 3:40 PM
Military Families Panel is July 10th, 12 PM EST- Are you an educator, parent or caregiver? Join me as we discuss the unique experiences of being in a Military Family. Classrooms welcome! Learn more here: bit.ly/3VP50t5
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✨NEW RELEASE✨
Camouflage Mom is the latest picture book from @sarahhovorka.bsky.social! Sarah's mom is back from boot camp, but is this the same Mom she knew? A story of reconnection about distance that is more than just physical.
B&N: shorturl.at/kBbo1
AMZ: shorturl.at/VnDcU
Camouflage Mom is the latest picture book from @sarahhovorka.bsky.social! Sarah's mom is back from boot camp, but is this the same Mom she knew? A story of reconnection about distance that is more than just physical.
B&N: shorturl.at/kBbo1
AMZ: shorturl.at/VnDcU
July 1, 2024 at 2:06 PM
✨NEW RELEASE✨
Camouflage Mom is the latest picture book from @sarahhovorka.bsky.social! Sarah's mom is back from boot camp, but is this the same Mom she knew? A story of reconnection about distance that is more than just physical.
B&N: shorturl.at/kBbo1
AMZ: shorturl.at/VnDcU
Camouflage Mom is the latest picture book from @sarahhovorka.bsky.social! Sarah's mom is back from boot camp, but is this the same Mom she knew? A story of reconnection about distance that is more than just physical.
B&N: shorturl.at/kBbo1
AMZ: shorturl.at/VnDcU
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Join me for the launch of Camouflage Mom!
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May 28, 2024 at 2:11 PM
Join me for the launch of Camouflage Mom!
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Check out the reading list that complements Camouflage Mom.
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Camouflage Mom comes out July 1!
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Camouflage Mom comes out July 1!
June 15, 2024 at 6:34 PM
Check out the reading list that complements Camouflage Mom.
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Camouflage Mom comes out July 1!
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Camouflage Mom comes out July 1!
Check out this interview with me at Rate Your Story!
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Meet June Guest Guru - Sarah Hovorka
1. What do you LOVE about children’s books? I love that children’s books are about such a wide range of topics. From picture books about the life of a rock or dealing with the loss of a loved one, to ...
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June 10, 2024 at 3:32 PM
Check out this interview with me at Rate Your Story!
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