My whole heart goes out to anyone who is putting *their whole heart* into making things that matter to them and trying with all their might to share those things with other people. Expressing the truth is worthy fight. The true value gain is knowledge of self.

This too is an act of resistance.

#BannedBooksWeek I created this poster in response to the growing wave of book bans and censorship in education.

It’s a statement from the bottom of my heart: Stories deserve to be told, not silenced.

What’s your recent favorite read?
#imwiththebanned #kidlitillustrator #kidlitpostcard

#BannedBooksWeek I created this poster in response to the growing wave of book bans and censorship in education.

It’s a statement from the bottom of my heart: Stories deserve to be told, not silenced.

What’s your recent favorite read?
#imwiththebanned #kidlitillustrator #kidlitpostcard

Happy New Year! It's January, and I'm finally able to do a cover reveal for my upcoming book LUNA AND THE CASE OF THE MISSING MOONCAKES (Charlesbridge Publishing, Aug. 12, 2025), illustrated by the fabulous Violet Kim. @scbwisfneb.bsky.social

“Congrats on surviving January!” You’ve earned a badge!

I know I needed this after pushing through flu season and everything January threw my way. I truly appreciate myself for making it through. If you can relate, congrats to you too, my friend❤️🥇
#kidlitillustration #illustration #illustrationgif

LOGO IN PROGRESS👀

Just shared some of my favorite pages from my recent sketchbook practice - the #1 page was completed during the SCBWI illustrator's retreat that I cohosted with two other amazing artists @marzkim.bsky.social and @shirleyngbenitez.bsky.social! 💛✨

zugong.substack.com/p/005-submis...

Don't miss out! @scbwisfneb.bsky.social
GREEN GULCH FARM GETAWAY
Illustrators & PB authors new to illo
Muir Beach, CA
⭐ July 12-14th (optional add-on 7/11)
👏Beach time
👏sketching & focused time
👏sharing our love of children's books in an incredible setting!
Register:
www.scbwi.org/events/green...

I'm sooooo looking forward to this, I need this! With:
@zuzucreates.bsky.social & @shirleyngbenitez.bsky.social via @scbwisfneb.bsky.social
#kidlitart

You are so kind! Hi, Brian and fellow artists, I'm Zuzu, a seventh-year teacher and first-year picture book illustrator, currently seeking representation and book deals. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts! Please check out my portfolio: zugong.art

Hi I'm Zuzu from California! My portfolio is zugong.art

I'm looking to illustrate picture books, early readers, chapter books, book covers, especially stories about characters with big feelings and rich culture. If you see a suitable project, don't hesitate to reach me! zuzudrawsmagic@gmail.com

To kidlit ILLUSTRATORS seeking representation:

Reply with one (1) post that includes 1 image (I advise your name be in image somewhere) + link to your portfolio and/or Instagram URL.

Makes sure it's easy to find your contact info, if agents are interested!

cont'd 👇🏼