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Diane Mittler is querying
@writerdi.bsky.social
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#PB #MG author seeking representation |'26 debut READY TO RIDE |'24 PBParty finalist | '24 WNDB Mentee| '23 #SCBWI-NM Enchantment Show winner| #12x12 | retired educator | ❤️ photography | http://mochadiane.com | she/her/hers
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A bee on my mouse!
February 12, 2026 at 5:26 PM
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So much fun to see this in PW. #amexcited
February 12, 2026 at 5:18 PM
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A 🙎‍♀️ with a mobility impairment & her auntie embark on a 🚴‍♀️ adventure in the high desert. Startled by a darting 🦎, stranded in a sandy wash and stymied by hills, long, steep & hard in the heat, they succeed--only to find themselves in A RACE WITH THE RAIN when a monsoon rolls in.
#BluePit #PB #Q #DIS
Woman on mobillity device with handicapped flag stops to smell a pine tree while riding.
January 13, 2026 at 9:45 PM
writerdi.bsky.social
Jules loves to hike. A mobility impairment impacts how. A field trip ahead brings challenges—convincing classmates she can join, checking accessibility & deciding if a “No E-Bikes!” sign applies to her. THIS IS HOW I HIKE is about being included with an out-of-the-box approach.
#BLUPIT #PB #DIS #Q
Woman with helmet rides 4-wheel electric mobility device with handicapped flag in the desert
January 13, 2026 at 9:16 PM
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As Larry picks cherries for birthday pie, sister's chomping, birds’ pecking and a splort! of bird poop thwart his efforts. Larry’s plan to stop distractions succeeds and, with another splort! Larry discovers that sharing cherries with the birds will ensure CHERRY GOODNESS FOR ALL

#BluePit📖 #pb #Q
January 13, 2026 at 8:36 PM
writerdi.bsky.social
Such incredible books being published here!
weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · Oct 13
Celebrate Indigenous storytelling this #IndigenousPeoplesDay — and every day! — with these new and upcoming releases from Heartdrum!

Here’s every Heartdrum title that’s been published in 2025 — as well as a look ahead at forthcoming 2026 Heartdrum titles that you can pre-order today!
Pale yellow graphic titled “Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with Heartdrum” There is a photo collage made up of six picture frames, each displaying a close-up of a cover illustration from the Heartdrum catalogue. In the top right corner is a circular photo frame containing the logo for Heartdrum, a Native-focused publishing imprint under HarperCollins.
October 13, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train starts NOW & lasts all of July17 - 19 EDT
🚂Write a new PB draft
🚂Shout 'DONE' on this post
🚂Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc: tinyurl.com/Critique...
🚂CELEBRATE! 🎉
🚂FAQ: tinyurl.com/Critique...
Good luck ✨✨
PBParty Critique Train
PBParty Critique Train open for passengers on… July 17 - 19 Check out the FAQ here Keep up to date with PBParty events (including the contest) on Facebook Congrats for writing a new PB! Please add your name and e-mail below. I’ll critique the 1st person who completes a pdraft. They’ll crit...
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July 17, 2025 at 4:08 AM
writerdi.bsky.social
Excited for this one! #pbmix26
susanwroble.bsky.social Susan Wroble @susanwroble.bsky.social · Jun 29
At a time when our diverse history is being hidden, I am really excited about this #kidlit book.
poetnikki.bsky.social Nikki Grimes @poetnikki.bsky.social · Jun 25
COVER REVEAL In the making since 1996, the seed for this Black Choctaw character grew during research for Talkin' About Bessie illustrated by the same E.B. Lewis! It's been a mighty long journey, during which I was joined by co-author Stacy Wells, introduced to me by Cynthia Leitich Smith. Yay team!
July 2, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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My group too! What an amazing group o authors!
judybryanauthor.bsky.social Judy Bryan ~ Children’s Book Author @judybryanauthor.bsky.social · Jun 29
I joined a picture book marketing group with other author/illustrators who have books coming out in 2026
(pbmix26 on Instagram). Looking forward to lots of fun and celebration next year!! 🎉 #kidlit #picturebooks #KidLitMegaFeed
July 2, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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WOW!
June 8, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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Outside is the place to be this week!
June 8, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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Today, I'm sharing a picture book I love, a blog I enjoyed, a podcast that inspired me, and the next book I have coming out. Click here to see it all:
picturebookbuilders.com/2025/05/a-bo...

#booksky #kidlit #megakidlit #scbwi
A book, a blog post and a podcast: Things to check out if you’re a kidlit fan
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May 9, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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Celebrating our recent book announcement of READY TO RIDE with this as my computer wallpaper. Brings a 😊 to this girl's face every time! Sharing the joy with @astoundus.bsky.social Andrea Altimirano @heathercashman.bsky.social @stormliterary.bsky.social Liz Schleisman @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social
May 8, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Happy book birthday (one day late) @artbyann.bsky.social!!
April 30, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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Today!
April 26, 2025 at 12:51 PM
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Thrilled to host @drenderturmaud.bsky.social on my blog this week. Danielle is a trauma therapist, KidLit author, and podcast host -- all while struggling with her own health issues.

writingwhileimpaired.substack.com/p/disabling-...
Disabling the Term, Disability
The first time I realized what the word disability actually means, I was shaken. As a person who is positioned in the world with multiple disabilities myself, this implications of this message struck ...
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April 24, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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✨FEATURED KIDLIT✨ Introducing LITTLE CLOUD’S BIG DREAM, illus. by @martinaliebig.bsky.social from @northsouthbooks.bsky.social! 🌦️ Discover the water cycle in this beautiful #picturebook about a little cloud & the feelings she experiences as she grows & changes: www.kidlit.tv/featured-kid... #kidlit
April 24, 2025 at 11:14 AM
writerdi.bsky.social
🎉🎉🎉 SO excited to have this news out in the big world! Many thanks to @heathercashman.bsky.social @stormliterary.bsky.social Liz Schleisman and @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social
Looking forward to the next bucket list checkmarks✅✅✅...
April 22, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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❤️🌎
April 22, 2025 at 8:22 PM
writerdi.bsky.social
Today 🔆🌸 🤔 ✍️ is perfect timing for this! 🎉😊
alyssamatesic.bsky.social Alyssa Matesic @alyssamatesic.bsky.social · Apr 22
The secret to writing a killer first draft?

Locking in 5 core elements in before you start.

You'll draft smarter and faster and avoid overhauling later. But pantsers, don't worry, it's not about plotting every scene!

Here are 5 things to sort out before you write Chapter 1:
April 22, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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I am a nyc teacher and would love books for my students. Please repost. www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/...
April 19, 2025 at 11:48 AM
writerdi.bsky.social
Thanks for the insights!
#kidlit #amwriting
April 19, 2025 at 12:21 PM
writerdi.bsky.social
I'm thrilled to share READY TO RIDE, a story from my heart, about finding ways to continue the adventures, even when you’re a little (ok, maybe a lot) stuck. ♿️🚴‍♂️➡️☀️
So excited for the art by the incredible Andrea Altamirano!
April 18, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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Bucket list checkmark ✅ happening today😊🎉🌟... stay tuned! #amwriting #kidlit
April 18, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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Wishing spring would continue... not ready to go back to snow!
April 17, 2025 at 9:15 PM