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John Picacio
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Co-author & illustrator of THE INVISIBLE PARADE, with Leigh Bardugo (released August 26, 2025). 3x Hugo Award Winner. 5x Locus Award Winner. Inkpot Award Winner. Cover Artist. International Man of Lotería. He/him. #DayOfTheDead

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John Picacio @johnpicacio.bsky.social · Feb 7

THREAD! MY FIRST BOOK ANNOUNCEMENT! 👀🧵✊🏽➡️

There aren't many things better than reading a new Leigh Bardugo book -- but I've discovered something that is. Getting to CO-WRITE one with her. 1/
Cover of THE INVISIBLE PARADE by Leigh Bardugo and John Picacio, featuring art by John Picacio. Jacket design by Prashansa Thapa. Forthcoming from Little, Brown for Young Readers — September 2, 2025.
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NINE COMIC BOOKS THAT SHAPED ME. And yeah, that middle one gave me a book cover career. So even though it’s mine — pretty influential upon how my life unfolded. I’ll be signing it + Lotería Cards & Posters + THE INVISIBLE PARADE at www.comicarts-sa.com this Saturday. cc: @comicarts-sa.bsky.social
Covers of nine comic books that shaped John Picacio’s life and career.
November 12, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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My drawing hand is now in the permanent collection of The Mazza Museum, the world’s largest collection of picture book art — joining 130+ illustrators in the museum’s hand bust collection. 👀 #TheInvisibleParade #ShowOfHands
Hand bust of John Picacio’s drawing hand, property of the Mazza Museum’s permanent collection.
November 11, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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On the Third day of promo, the author gave a look—at three cover comps, too many sketches, and the front of his holiday book! HELLO! I'm Robert and welcome to day 3 of the 13 Days of THE 13TH DAY OF CHRISTMAS!
November 8, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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I’m presenting at The Mazza Museum this weekend but I just heard the news from @texasbookfest.bsky.social. Thrilled to see THE INVISIBLE PARADE on the 2026-27 Bluebonnet Award list. Thank you, Texas librarians! 🙏🏽
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We are thrilled to share that the Texas Bluebonnet Award has chosen WILL'S RACE FOR HOME by @jewellparkerrhodes.bsky.social and THE INVISIBLE PARADE by Leigh Bardugo and @johnpicacio.bsky.social for their 2026-2027 list!
November 8, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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I’m staring three inches away at original art from SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK by Stephen Gammell. It’s a good day. #MazzaMuseum #ArtSky
November 7, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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Dear lovely folks, this is a quick reminder that Fantasy Book Cafe has very kindly published a guest post of mine, called "Writing as Witchcraft," and it's also sponsoring a book giveaway for my collection Letters from an Imaginary Country. Here is the link: www.fantasybookcafe.com/2025/11/theo...
Theodora Goss Guest Post and Book Giveaway | Fantasy Cafe
Guest post on writing as witchcraft by speculative fiction author Thedora Goss with a book giveaway of her collection LETTERS FROM AN IMAGINARY COUNTRY.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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I’ve heard a lot about the fabled Mazza Museum — the world’s largest collection of original picture book art. Looking forward to sharing THE INVISIBLE PARADE as part of the stacked lineup for their November gala this weekend. #kidlit #picturebooks #ArtSky
The 2025 lineup of authors and books featured at The Mazza Museum on November 7-8, 2025.
November 7, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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WOW. This review for #TheInvisibleParade. 👀 Thank you, @maistorybooklibrary (IG). 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 #kidlit #picturebooks #booksky
November 4, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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Was beyond special to spend some time with you my friend!
johnpicacio.bsky.social John Picacio @johnpicacio.bsky.social · 13d
New Interview with me at TALKING STORY — possibly the most in-depth of my career. This podcast episode was a long time coming. If you’re a fan of A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE, THE INVISIBLE PARADE, or blackmail material — have at it. ✊🏽 cc: @jajminton.bsky.social

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✨ Interview With John Picacio: Celebrated Fantasy Artist
YouTube video by Talking Story
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October 31, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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Last week was busy. The latest issue of @sacurrent.bsky.social features my art on the cover. Check out 100-word horror stories by @comptonwrites.bsky.social @celsohurtado.bsky.social @hackett.bsky.social @sanfordallen.bsky.social @lphernandez.bsky.social @lorimichelle.bsky.social and more! ✊🏽
Cover of the latest issue of THE SAN ANTONIO CURRENT, featuring art by John Picacio.
November 4, 2025 at 11:22 PM
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Those of you still social distancing or waiting to take BLACK PHONE 2 out for a spin in your home theater rejoice! The film is now available for "In Theater" home rental & purchase! $19.99 to rent - or for five bucks more you can own it (what a bargain!)

But we're still in theaters the world over!
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November 4, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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THANK YOU to everyone who scored THE INVISIBLE PARADE yesterday @ The Twig Book Shop signing. Started the day w/ several tall stacks & almost all sold out. 10 books featured here. As of now, only 8 remain. 👀 All are signed! Get yours TODAY from The Twig. Yes, they ship!

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THE INVISIBLE PARADE featured at The Twig Book Shop in San Antonio, TX.
November 2, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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Massive respect for Toronto. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
November 2, 2025 at 4:27 AM
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YAMA-MACHO.
November 2, 2025 at 4:18 AM
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There’s a party tonight. See you at the cemetery gates, everyone. #LeighBardugo and I will meet you there. 🕯️💀 #TheInvisibleParade #DayOfTheDead #DiaDeLosMuertos #DiaDeMuertos
November 1, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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John also signed a bunch of copies of the book, so if you want one, head on over to Stacks Book Club in Oro Valley a suburb of Tucson, AZ
A hand holds a book titled "The Invisible Parade," featuring artwork of a winged horse and a figure surrounded by bats. The authors are listed as Leigh Bardugo and John Picacio. The background includes a doorway and soft lighting. A table covered with several signed copies of the book "The Invisible Parade" by Leigh Bardugo and John Picacio, featuring colorful illustrations and bold title designs. A potted plant and a chair are visible in the background.
October 30, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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Want a signed First Edition hardcover of THE INVISIBLE PARADE? For yourself? For holiday gift season? Get it TODAY. I’m signing books tomorrow w/ @thetwigbookshop.bsky.social 9a-1p @ The Pearl in SATX. And The Twig is shipping them while supply lasts. #FestWeek 1/2 www.sacurrent.com/news/award-w...
Award-winning San Antonio illustrator John Picacio to sign his new book Saturday at the Pearl
The book, created with best-selling author Leigh Bardugo, is about a grieving girl's adventures on the night of Día de Muertos.
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October 31, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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New Interview with me at TALKING STORY — possibly the most in-depth of my career. This podcast episode was a long time coming. If you’re a fan of A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE, THE INVISIBLE PARADE, or blackmail material — have at it. ✊🏽 cc: @jajminton.bsky.social

youtu.be/lgZhaWPqJF8?...
✨ Interview With John Picacio: Celebrated Fantasy Artist
YouTube video by Talking Story
youtu.be
October 31, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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We're thrilled to see @johnpicacio.bsky.social, Leigh Bardugo, Tasha Spillett, Daniel Ramirez, Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley, Regina Linke, @authorgracelin.bsky.social, Aubrey Hartman, @jewellparkerrhodes.bsky.social, Raúl the Third, Quartez Harris, and @gordoncjamesart.bsky.social on this list!
October 29, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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TONIGHT, #Tucson! Fest Week continues — see you at Stacks Book Club with the great @adamrex.bsky.social! stacksbookclub.com/events/37980...

#diademuertos #dayofthedead #diadelosmuertos #FestWeek #TheInvisibleParade
Promo graphic featuring John Picacio and Adam Rex appearing tonight at Stacks Book Club in Oro Valley, AZ.
October 29, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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Happy #FestWeek — great Monday signing THE INVISIBLE PARADE across #SiliconValley. Act fast this week and score signed books at Kepler’s Books, @booksinc.bsky.social (Palo Alto, Mountain View, SFO Terminal 2) & @hicklebees.bsky.social.

(Thank you, @michaelsiladi25.bsky.social & Alison Stern!) 1/2
John Picacio and THE INVISIBLE PARADE at SFO Terminal 2. Jasmine and THE INVISIBLE PARADE at Kepler’s in Menlo Park, CA. THE INVISIBLE PARADE and Alice, Lance Gabriele + Rachel at Books, Inc. in Mountain View, CA. THE INVISIBLE PARADE featured at Hicklebee’s in San Jose, CA.
October 28, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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CANNOT wait to attend this event! The Invisible Parade is a stunning book with a deeply heartfelt story!

Do not miss this chance, it’ll be a lovely conversation celebrating an incredible book!
johnpicacio.bsky.social John Picacio @johnpicacio.bsky.social · 17d
It’s #FestWeek & I’m honored to talk art, story & #TheInvisibleParade this Tuesday night w/ the legendary @kortizart.bsky.social! See you soon, #BayArea! Tickets include a 1st-edition hardcover of the book. ✊🏽 #DayOfTheDead www.bookpassage.com/event/john-p...
Promo graphic featuring John Picacio and Karla Ortiz appearing at Book Passage in Corte Madera on Tuesday, October 28th.
October 27, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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This is what #FestWeek is all about. This is why Leigh and I poured our all into #TheInvisibleParade. 🖤♾️
nottenst.bsky.social Neil Ottenstein @nottenst.bsky.social · 17d
I bought The Invisible Parade a number of weeks ago, but decided to wait for today to read it. It would have been my mother's 90th birthday today. Thanks Leigh and @johnpicacio.bsky.social A beautiful and meaningful book.
johnpicacio.bsky.social John Picacio @johnpicacio.bsky.social · Feb 7

THREAD! MY FIRST BOOK ANNOUNCEMENT! 👀🧵✊🏽➡️

There aren't many things better than reading a new Leigh Bardugo book -- but I've discovered something that is. Getting to CO-WRITE one with her. 1/
October 27, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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It’s #FestWeek & I’m honored to talk art, story & #TheInvisibleParade this Tuesday night w/ the legendary @kortizart.bsky.social! See you soon, #BayArea! Tickets include a 1st-edition hardcover of the book. ✊🏽 #DayOfTheDead www.bookpassage.com/event/john-p...
Promo graphic featuring John Picacio and Karla Ortiz appearing at Book Passage in Corte Madera on Tuesday, October 28th.
October 26, 2025 at 11:33 PM
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See you Wednesday, Tucson! ✊🏽💀

#TheInvisibleParade #DayOfTheDead #DiaDeLosMuertos #DiaDeMuertos #AllSoulsProcession Sharing: @tucsonsentinel.com @whatsuptucson.bsky.social @ciaromano.bsky.social
clmerle.mstdn.social.ap.brid.gy Chris Merle @clmerle.mstdn.social.ap.brid.gy · 18d
Getting the word out.

The Invisible Parade Author / Illustrator Event ft. John Picacio
Wednesday Oct 29th, 2025
6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Author Event
Stacks Book Club | 1880 E Tangerine Road, #orovalley

In conversation with #adamrex
#tucson #diademuertos #johnpicacio
# 1 New York Times bestseller LEIGH BARDUGO World Fantasy Award winner JOHN PICACIO The Invisible Parade Join us at Stacks for an evening with the award-winning illustrator and co-author of The Invisible Parade JOHN PICACIO Wednesday, October 29 6:00pm - 7:30pm 1880 E Tangerine Rd, Ste 140 TICKET REQUIRED stacksbookclub.com/parade UPDATE: Picacio will be joined in conversation by bestselling children's author/illustrator Adam Rex! .
October 26, 2025 at 5:13 PM