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Cathy Ballou Mealey
@catballoumealey.bsky.social
Picture book author
Scone lover
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This "speckled beauty" lands April 2026 from Sleeping Bear. TY Billie Michael for gorgeous illustrations about the legendary Cornelia "Fly Rod" Crosby!

#picturebook #biography #coverreveal #flyfishing #Maine #Flyrod #Maineguide #vacationland #CorneliaCrosby
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The last #kidlitartpostcard of the year! Seems like a nice time to wish you all a very cherry Christmas! #kidlitart #chipmunks #illustrator
December 4, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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It’s #kidlitartpostcard day and I’m finally participating instead of just admiring!

Hello! I’m Julie and my favorite things to draw are small joyful moments depicted with softness, texture, and movement.

I am currently seeking representation!

Portfolio: www.julie-morrocco.com

#kidlitart
December 4, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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Happy last #KidLitArtPostcard Day of the year! Better bake some extra Christmas cookies just in case…

I’m Kris Easler, represented by the wonderful @jenrofe.bsky.social of ABLA, and excited to work on picture through middle grade books!

Check out more at www.kriseasler.com!
December 4, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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It’s the most wonderful time of the month! It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! I love cozy scenes and wintery wonderlands. I’m represented by @jenrofe.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social and would love to work with you on all your joy filled projects!
December 4, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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Hello! #KidLitArtPostcard! Oliver has been reading everything he can about giant squid while helping his dad build his costume.

The 9th in my costumed character cuties series.

I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
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#KidLitArt #KidLit #CharacterDesign #illustration
December 4, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Time again for #kidlitartpostcard! I'm Ginger, an author-illustrator based in Vancouver, Canada.

I love funny stories and warm moments that make people remember what it was really like to be kids.

gingerngo.com

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at ACM Kids & Illustration
December 4, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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Some new #kidlit #kidlitart art work and musings from the studio this week 👇

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Taking on Risk
5 things from the studio this week
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October 10, 2025 at 1:06 PM
This "speckled beauty" lands April 2026 from Sleeping Bear. TY Billie Michael for gorgeous illustrations about the legendary Cornelia "Fly Rod" Crosby!

#picturebook #biography #coverreveal #flyfishing #Maine #Flyrod #Maineguide #vacationland #CorneliaCrosby
October 8, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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"VERDICT A lovely look at the seasons, and an excellent choice for story time, showing the sensory experience of a child who wholly embraces every moment. -Melisa Bailey, SLJ"

#schoollibraryjournal #picturebookreview #picturebook #picturebooks #picturebooksofinstagram #anneschwartzbooks
October 2, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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#peachtober prompt today is GINGHAM ✨

just a lil guy for your feed today!

made with acrylics, coloured pencil and a teeny bit adjusted digitally

#kidlit #kidlitart #peachtober25
October 4, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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A cozy family of owls having a good night sleep!
Illustration for #calmtober prompts- Owl, Lantern, Quilt

#kidlitart #kidlitartist #mixedmedia
October 3, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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Hello again! Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Here’s an oldie but goodie to welcome spooky season! 🎃🐿️

My name is Rebecca and I’m a #kidlitartist from MI. I’m open for rep and would love to illustrate your picture or board books, covers, #kidlit magazines, or products 🧡

www.rebeccasinclairstudio.com
October 2, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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Hello #kidlitartpostcard 🖍️

I'm Katiuska, a Venezuelan illustrator who would love to work on picture books and board books 🌸 I am also looking for rep.

Check out my portfolio:
www.katiuskapino.com

#KidLitArt #kidlit
October 2, 2025 at 11:47 AM
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Today on the blog: Guest post with Lisa Rogers, author of Woody’s Words: Woodrow Wilson Rawls and Where the Red Fern Grows! Please stop by! @lisaljrogers.bsky.social @picturebookgold.bsky.social

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September 23, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Thank you @bookendswinchester.bsky.social for a fun Saturday #storytime sharing #smores and stories with readers and families! 🐻🍫🔥

Sleeping Bear Books / Make More S'mores / @ariellandyart.bsky.social
September 21, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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Crisp mornings. 🤍🤍

I know fall doesn’t “officially” start (in the N hemisphere) for another week, but as the acorns continue to tumble down our roof, I can’t help but declare it’s already here! 🤗 Getting all my sweaters and beanies out.

How are you preparing?

#fall #illustration #kidlitart
September 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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COVER REVEAL!

Coming in May and available for pre-order.
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By me and Mike Deas and @orcabook.bsky.social.
September 15, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Join me for *s'more* fun storytime in Winchester, MA at Book Ends Winchester on Saturday, September 20th at 11 am! We will build a make-believe campfire and have roasty-toasty-ooey-gooey fun with Roscoe and the bears 🐻

#smores #picturebook #kidlit #storytime #sharing
September 10, 2025 at 5:55 PM
🍩🍎 (possum)
The best time of the year is here! Get out there and share some apple cider donuts with a best bud.

#illustration #kidlitart #fall #appleciderdonuts
September 10, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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Hooray! EVEN STEVEN: A BOOK ABOUT SHARING is a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection! It's a lighthearted, humorous picture book about a boy who wants everything to be perfectly even. Learn more: www.carriefinison.com/books/even-s...

Available now for preorder & will be in stores 4-14-26.
September 8, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Boosting! 🐯
Today is my birthday! To celebrate, I am giving away 2 copies of THE KING OF BOOKS (Feiwel & Friends). To enter:
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I will announce 2 winners on Friday, September 12th!
#KidLit #EduSky #Skybrarians
September 8, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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September Owl Post art mail 🍂🐿️ inspired by the colours of my latest walks and encounters with oaks, brimming with acorns.
September 8, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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Picture Book Biographies: Teaching Tools Full of Possibility
+ #educatorresources! ✍️
+book bundle #giveaway! 🥳
from @kl4gm.bsky.social 😍
#edusky #librarians #educators #NFforkids #bios

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Picture Book Biographies: Teaching Tools Full of Possibility
By Lisa Rogers
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September 1, 2025 at 4:07 PM