k. marcus writes #kidlit
@kmarcuswrites.bsky.social
I’m a children’s book author, love reading, hiking, research, & coffee. I have a dog and two cats or maybe they have me, idk.
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It’s 100 years of #jewishbookmonth @jewishbookcouncil.bsky.social @jewishbook.bsky.social #celebrateacenturyofjewishbooks #readjewishbooks #jewishbookmonth100
November 13, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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I was fortunate to do a fall course with Kyo Maclear, and also attended CANSCAIP in Toronto, where you can do one-on-one meetings with editors. Both turned into community building opportunities. This is what I love about Bookish, which I host--I meet fabulous people and learn so much #kidlitchat
November 12, 2025 at 2:20 AM
I was fortunate to do a fall course with Kyo Maclear, and also attended CANSCAIP in Toronto, where you can do one-on-one meetings with editors. Both turned into community building opportunities. This is what I love about Bookish, which I host--I meet fabulous people and learn so much #kidlitchat
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Why not spend an hour talking #kidlit here on Bluesky? Why not make that hour be today at 9pm Eastern/6pm Pacific when we have #kidlitchat (like we do every Tuesday)? Good plan! And I hope to see you then….
November 11, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Why not spend an hour talking #kidlit here on Bluesky? Why not make that hour be today at 9pm Eastern/6pm Pacific when we have #kidlitchat (like we do every Tuesday)? Good plan! And I hope to see you then….
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Yay! It's so great when someone notices wording choices you spent hours agonizing over. 😅 Thanks, @rhymedoctors.bsky.social!!
#amwriting #kidlit #picturebooks
#amwriting #kidlit #picturebooks
Who knew? The Rhyme Doctors love non-rhyming books too! On this HOUSE CALLS post we look at two prose picture books by @katievenit.bsky.social and @nessadeeart.bsky.social that have a lot of poetic appeal! www.rhymedoctors.com/house_calls
November 11, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Yay! It's so great when someone notices wording choices you spent hours agonizing over. 😅 Thanks, @rhymedoctors.bsky.social!!
#amwriting #kidlit #picturebooks
#amwriting #kidlit #picturebooks
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WKLY POLL: List something you enjoyed doing or learning recently that has NOTHING to do w/work events, politics, or self-promo. Hobbies? Food? etc. #CommunityPolls #Uplift
I'm enjoying Togethercraft.net, an inclusive & safe Minecraft server for grown-ups. This wk, I crafted a giant mooshroom! 🍄🐮
I'm enjoying Togethercraft.net, an inclusive & safe Minecraft server for grown-ups. This wk, I crafted a giant mooshroom! 🍄🐮
November 7, 2025 at 1:26 PM
WKLY POLL: List something you enjoyed doing or learning recently that has NOTHING to do w/work events, politics, or self-promo. Hobbies? Food? etc. #CommunityPolls #Uplift
I'm enjoying Togethercraft.net, an inclusive & safe Minecraft server for grown-ups. This wk, I crafted a giant mooshroom! 🍄🐮
I'm enjoying Togethercraft.net, an inclusive & safe Minecraft server for grown-ups. This wk, I crafted a giant mooshroom! 🍄🐮
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This looks like a great event from @scbwiatx.bsky.social ! www.scbwi.org/events/from-... #kidlitmegafeed #kidlit #kidlitcreators #kidlitillustration @scbwi.bsky.social #kidlitcommunity
BOOTCAMP: From Draft to Deal: Indie, Trad, and Self-Publishing
5 sessions! pitch opportunity! query opportunity!
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November 9, 2025 at 11:55 PM
This looks like a great event from @scbwiatx.bsky.social ! www.scbwi.org/events/from-... #kidlitmegafeed #kidlit #kidlitcreators #kidlitillustration @scbwi.bsky.social #kidlitcommunity
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Woot! Thank you to @elizabethsavanella.bsky.social for this amazing idea and thank you to the Empire State @scbwi.bsky.social Regions for volunteering to host! @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social @scbwilongisland.bsky.social #scbwimetrony #scbwieasternny
November 9, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Woot! Thank you to @elizabethsavanella.bsky.social for this amazing idea and thank you to the Empire State @scbwi.bsky.social Regions for volunteering to host! @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social @scbwilongisland.bsky.social #scbwimetrony #scbwieasternny
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November 9, 2025 at 12:04 PM
I'm working on a picture book draft for the Empire State #24hourChildrensBookChallenge #Childrensbooks #scbwi #amwriting #amillustrating @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social #scbwi
November 8, 2025 at 6:53 PM
I'm working on a picture book draft for the Empire State #24hourChildrensBookChallenge #Childrensbooks #scbwi #amwriting #amillustrating @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social #scbwi
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Explore and treat yourself to a good book!
November 7, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Explore and treat yourself to a good book!
It’s happening tomorrow! 24 hours of #kidlit There’s still time to register: www.scbwi.org/events/the-e... #kidlitcreators #illustrators #bookdummy #24hourchildrensbookchallenge #scbwi
November 7, 2025 at 9:56 PM
It’s happening tomorrow! 24 hours of #kidlit There’s still time to register: www.scbwi.org/events/the-e... #kidlitcreators #illustrators #bookdummy #24hourchildrensbookchallenge #scbwi
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2026 Mock Caldecott List: mrschureads.blogspot.com/2025/11/2026... @colbysharp.bsky.social
2026 Mock Caldecott List
Happy Picture Book Month! Colby Sharp and I teamed up to create a 2026 Mock Caldecott list. *** Principal Brian Sammons created a 2026 Moc...
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November 1, 2025 at 9:27 PM
2026 Mock Caldecott List: mrschureads.blogspot.com/2025/11/2026... @colbysharp.bsky.social
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I cannot WAIT to share the illustrated cover of my next book (SOOOOON) and I promise to tell you who made it look so gorgeous 😍)
(Thanks for the reminder @debbieohi.com !)
(Thanks for the reminder @debbieohi.com !)
To publishers, authors, & others posting about illustrated books, including covers that have illustration: Please credit the ILLUSTRATOR.
This not only helps boost the illustrator, but also shows that you value HUMAN illustrators.
#PicturesMeanBusiness
This not only helps boost the illustrator, but also shows that you value HUMAN illustrators.
#PicturesMeanBusiness
October 28, 2025 at 1:38 PM
I cannot WAIT to share the illustrated cover of my next book (SOOOOON) and I promise to tell you who made it look so gorgeous 😍)
(Thanks for the reminder @debbieohi.com !)
(Thanks for the reminder @debbieohi.com !)
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As a reader, so many of my personal 'best books of the year' are books that came out years ago and that I only just read now. The first year your book is out isn't the only time for it to connect with readers.
The Best Books lists are a'coming, so this is your annual (semi-annual? Who knows!) reminder that if your book isn't on these lists, that doesn't make it any less valuable. These lists are completely subjective. They say nothing of what readers actually respond to. And if just one kid finds
October 28, 2025 at 2:01 AM
As a reader, so many of my personal 'best books of the year' are books that came out years ago and that I only just read now. The first year your book is out isn't the only time for it to connect with readers.
Super fun #NYCevent. If you go bring some canned food to donate #canstruction #designcompetition bfplny.com/event/canstr...
Canstruction 2025 - Brookfield Place New York | BFPL
The beloved annual design competition returns, challenging teams of architects, engineers, and contractors to build sculptures made entirely out of unopened cans of food, which are later donated to Ci...
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October 28, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Super fun #NYCevent. If you go bring some canned food to donate #canstruction #designcompetition bfplny.com/event/canstr...
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To publishers posting about newly-launched books: PLEASE include the names of the creators, not just the title of the book.
This not only helps boost authors & illustrators (who are going thru a rough time right now) but also shows that you support HUMAN creators.
Thank you.
This not only helps boost authors & illustrators (who are going thru a rough time right now) but also shows that you support HUMAN creators.
Thank you.
October 28, 2025 at 1:16 PM
To publishers posting about newly-launched books: PLEASE include the names of the creators, not just the title of the book.
This not only helps boost authors & illustrators (who are going thru a rough time right now) but also shows that you support HUMAN creators.
Thank you.
This not only helps boost authors & illustrators (who are going thru a rough time right now) but also shows that you support HUMAN creators.
Thank you.
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I edited these, can confirm they are great. :)
It's time to celebrate #nonfiction for all ages! Click to see some fantastic releases from October that your students and patrons will love (1/2) 🧡🐧
October 28, 2025 at 1:17 PM
I edited these, can confirm they are great. :)
Happy spooky #caturday from #sleepyhollowcountry 🎃
October 25, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Happy spooky #caturday from #sleepyhollowcountry 🎃
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Native American Children's Books
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#ReadYourWorld #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #KidLit
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#ReadYourWorld #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #KidLit
October 25, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Native American Children's Books
buff.ly/0Ug4uMw via @pragmaticmom
#ReadYourWorld #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #KidLit
buff.ly/0Ug4uMw via @pragmaticmom
#ReadYourWorld #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #KidLit
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Psst! I am opening up to unagented children's book submissions *just for the month of October*! This is an exciting experiment. The email to send submissions to is OpenOctober@Sourcebooks.com. You can find out about what I'm looking for at www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/me...
Melissa Manlove – The Official Manuscript Wish List Website
www.manuscriptwishlist.com
October 8, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Psst! I am opening up to unagented children's book submissions *just for the month of October*! This is an exciting experiment. The email to send submissions to is OpenOctober@Sourcebooks.com. You can find out about what I'm looking for at www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/me...
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Chappell Roan Unveils Midwest Princess Fund for Trans Youth — and She’s Already Raised $400K
Chappell Roan Unveils Midwest Princess Fund for Trans Youth — and She’s Already Raised $400K
Chappell Roan has announced her Midwest Princess Project for trans and LGBTQ+ youth, and the fund has already raised $400K.
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October 23, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Chappell Roan Unveils Midwest Princess Fund for Trans Youth — and She’s Already Raised $400K
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Join me and agents Eva Scalzo, Speilburg Literary Agy; Jane Chun, Transatlantic Agy; and Aashna Avachat from Neighborhood Lit. on November 10 for the annual #kidlit Agent Panel from Metro NY SCBWI ($10 members/$15 non-members):
www.scbwi.org/events/ny-me...
www.scbwi.org/events/ny-me...
NY Metro Annual Agent Panel Register for event
Join us for a panel discussion with three agents, moderated by Harold Underdown. Submission opportunities will be available for attendees, following the event.
www.scbwi.org
October 23, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Join me and agents Eva Scalzo, Speilburg Literary Agy; Jane Chun, Transatlantic Agy; and Aashna Avachat from Neighborhood Lit. on November 10 for the annual #kidlit Agent Panel from Metro NY SCBWI ($10 members/$15 non-members):
www.scbwi.org/events/ny-me...
www.scbwi.org/events/ny-me...
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Fall is the perfect time to read some hare-raising tales, and no one knows this better than Jasper Rabbit! Get your library and readers into the spooky spirit with this 'Creepy Tales' READ poster. Also available as a bookmark!
ALA members receive 10% off! Shop here: https://bit.ly/4dCbQt8
ALA members receive 10% off! Shop here: https://bit.ly/4dCbQt8
October 22, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Fall is the perfect time to read some hare-raising tales, and no one knows this better than Jasper Rabbit! Get your library and readers into the spooky spirit with this 'Creepy Tales' READ poster. Also available as a bookmark!
ALA members receive 10% off! Shop here: https://bit.ly/4dCbQt8
ALA members receive 10% off! Shop here: https://bit.ly/4dCbQt8