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Melizza Chernov ✨Open to Commissions✨
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#Kidlit Artist/Writer, love of #naturewalks #dogs, #books and #boardgames!

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Melizza Chernov ✨Open to Commissions✨ @melizzachernov.bsky.social · Sep 4
Hello! #KidLitArtPostcard I’m Melizza! Looking for Art Directors and Editors! #middlegrade #chapterbooks #covers

Portfolio: www.melizzachernov.com
Agent: mona@greatdogliterary.com
@mskanin.bsky.social
#kidLitArt

Thank you
@ginaperry.bsky.social
for creating this place for us all to connect!
Hello! #KidLitArtPostcard I’m Melizza! Looking for Art Directors and Editors! #middlegrade #chapterbooks #covers This image is part of a book that I'm creating for children to explore mythical creatures from around the world. Portfolio: www.melizzachernov.com Agent: mona@greatdogliterary.com @mskanin.bsky.social #kidLitArt Thank you @ginaperry.bsky.social for creating this place for us all to connect!
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jessieleh.bsky.social
I am so honored to to be included on this list!

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#kidlit #childrenandnature #natureconnection
Inspiring Leaders 2024 | Children & Nature Network
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March 26, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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jessieleh.bsky.social
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day!

Beetle masks 🎭

📞: Rep’d by @liznealon.bsky.social at @greatdoglit.bsky.social

🎨: www.wineberrywoodpress.com/portfolio/

#kidlitpostcard #writingcommunity #kidlit #kidlitart
Beetles masks and contact info
November 6, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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dolokecki.bsky.social
#KidLitArtPostcard day. Graphic novel edition.
All info on the postcard, but leaving my portfolio here: www.dolokecki.com
I do middle grade books & comics and I would love to do picture books for kids +5.
Love to draw monsters, animals and kids figuring out life. Interested in #ND stories.
November 6, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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laurapiggott.bsky.social
Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! I’m Laura and I’m an author/illustrator represented by @elisahouot.bsky.social and @joycesweeney.bsky.social at the Seymour Agency.

I would LOVE to work with you.

www.laurapiggott.com
hello@laurapiggott.com

#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi #bookcover #illustrator #mockcover
November 6, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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theremaybecats.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day. This illustration is from 'Maeve and The Meadow Mysteries' a story about a magical meadow, growing up and finding yourself, that I am currently developing.

theremaybecats.com
Agent: caryn@andreabrownlit.com

@carynwiseman.bsky.social
@andreabrownlit.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 8:25 PM
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laurazarrin.bsky.social
Author/illustrator for 30y. I love creating expressive, mischievous characters who are up for wild adventures. I create cozy worlds for readers to inhabit. Looking for picture, board, & chapter book projects. Rep'd by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic. www.laurazarrin.com #kidlitartpostcard
November 6, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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idunaya.bsky.social
Hello #KidLitArtPostcard Day ✨

My name is Franziska and I'm a german illustrator and character artist with a passion for cozy and whimsical fantasy art.

Looking for new projects in kidlit, game and cover art.

Portfolio: www.franziska-detlefsen.com

#kidlitart #picturebook #illustration
November 6, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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jas094.bsky.social
#kidlitartpostcard day! This time, a cute fanart from
@apamaate.bsky.social
's Pacheco. Hope you like it!

I'm currently looking for #MG s, #GraphicNovels and #CoverArt projects

Also seeking representation

More of my work at

www.joseanieto.com
Young boy riding cat-like magical creature with bright red skin
November 6, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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cindylozito.com
Of all the trees that transform and autumn, ginkgos are my favorite! Happy #kidlitartpostcard day 🍂 I am open to illustrating kids books and black-and-white interiors.
cindylozito.com
cindylozito@gmail.com
Happily rep’d by @litagentsaritza.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social
A scene of a young girl in a butterfly costume dressing up her toy rhino in a set of butterfly wings beneath a ginkgo tree losing its leaves in the wind
November 6, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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dkryland.bsky.social
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm DK, an author/illustrator open to picture book and early GN projects. Repped by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at @bradfordagents.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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zoeranucci.bsky.social
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I illustrate picture books, chapter books, and book covers. My vibe is happy, bright, and focused on positivity!

📧 zoe@gooddharma.com
🌐www.gooddharma.com

#kidlit #picturebooks #childrensbooks #illustration #kidlitart #characterdesign #publishing #lakshmi #abundance
#kidlitartpostcard day artwork by picture book illustrator Zoe Ranucci. Children's book style llustration of the goddess Lakshmi riding on a white elephant with lilly pads and lotus flowers showing coins of abundance
November 6, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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diandramae.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day!

I’m an author-illustrator whose favorite season is Fall and who loves a good pun. 😉 You can see more of my work at diandramae.com. (I do not have representation.)

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #fallfun
an illustration of a little brown acorn with arms and legs holding on to a yellow oak leaf as it drifts downward, surrounded by other leaves in tones of yellow, orange, and brown. A speech bubble from the acorn says, "BeLEAF in yourself,"
November 6, 2025 at 10:36 PM
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gehrisch-arts.com
Hi all! I just joined recently and I'm excited to be here on BlueSky to chat about illustrating, picture books, writing, art, school visits, library news, events, and sometimes my cats! 😂🤗😺 Below is a picture of me and my mouse character puppet that I take to school visits!
Author-illustrator with large mouse puppet at the library
November 27, 2024 at 4:11 AM
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lobomaravilha.bsky.social
Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day!

I'm Ana and I love drawing anything Halloween themed!

This month, I combined the postcard with today and yesterday's @scbwi.bsky.social #scbwiartober2025 prompt "night light" and "phantom".

🎨 lobomaravilhaart.wixsite.com/lobomaravilha

#kidlitart
October 3, 2025 at 11:05 PM
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carolynle.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard. I’m Carolyn, author and illustrator of PBs, chapter books, and early reader/chapter book GNs. And happy Tết Trung Thu next week. carolynle.com

Rep'd by @mskanin.bsky.social at @greatdoglit.bsky.social
A celestial child costumed as a rabbit takes a bite out of the moon while a boat sails along a river. Stars dance against a dark teal colored sky while orange lanterns floats on the water.
October 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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rebeccasolow.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! It's my first time posting for the awesome monthly challenge from
@ginaperry.bsky.social

Rep'd by @mskanin.bsky.social at @greatdoglit.bsky.social
October 2, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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kellyamangan.bsky.social
It's #KidLitArtPostcard day!

I’m queer, neurodiverse #KidLitArt illustrator who favors
- sketchy lines
- painterly color
- playful patterns
- luscious lighting
- quirky characters
- tons of texture
- sweetly subversive humor

www.authorkellymangan.com/portfolio
Rep: @tajmccoy.bsky.social
A tiny autumn fairy-- in tweed pants, cap, and coat-- is carrying a heavy acorn and is about to fall because their pet ladybug is running between their feet.
October 2, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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kerrymcquaide.bsky.social
Hello #KidLitArtPostcard I'm Kerry McQuaide, a children's book author/illustrator.❤️ Repped by Kerry Sparks @lgrlit

See more of my work at:
✨kerrymcquaide.com✨
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#kidlitartpostcard
#kidlitartpostcardday

#scbwiillustrator
#picturebookart
#kidlitart
#kidlitartist
#kidlit
#picturebooks
October 2, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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creativesojung.bsky.social
Hi #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m a Korean illustrator based in the UK. I illustrate PB-MG, & love working on folktales, food, and stories about finding a new home & friends.

Portfolio: sojungkimmccarthy.art

Email: sojungkimmccarthy.gmail.com

Agent: Susan Hawk (Upstart Crow Literary)
New agent announcement illustration in traditional Korean minhwa style. A Korean girl in hanbok riding on the back of a roaring tiger is greeting a three-legged crow on a pine tree. The writing in a red square in traditional stamp style says “Repped by Upstart Crow.”
October 2, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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cleonique.bsky.social
🎃 Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! 🎃 I’m Cleonique, a freelance illustrator, and I’ll be available for new opportunities in children’s publishing next year~
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⭐️ www.cleonique.com
💌 hello@cleonique.com
🔮 Agent: Nicole Tugeau | T2 Agency
October 2, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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jasminewallart.bsky.social
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day!

Hello #kidlit friends. I am an illustrator and I love creating illustrations that tell a story. I am interested in PB, Board Book and Kidlit editorial projects.

Currently seeing representation.
Website: jasminewall.com




#kidlitpostcard #kidlitart #kidlitartist
October 2, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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weyakindesigns.bsky.social
Hello #kidlitartpostcard! I’m Victoria K. Chapman, an illustrator/author of books for kids. I love stories about animals, plants, nature nonfiction, & mindfulness. Rep’d by @joycesweeney.bsky.social & Rosa Frazier at @seymouragency.bsky.social. See more at: www.weyakindesigns.com #kidlitart #kidlit
A northern long eared bat with a little furry body and brown wings looks delighted to be flying.
October 2, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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paulajbecker.bsky.social
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day!

This is a sample from a fun #Halloween -themed book I illustrated (by Annie Sullivan) that came out recently for Random House Studio!

Folio: paulajbecker.com
Email: pbecker.illustrator@gmail.com

#kidlitartist #portfolioday #halloweenillustration #ghost #ghoul
October 2, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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fannyliem.bsky.social
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day!
My name is Fanny, and I'm a children's book illustrator.
I enjoy illustrating both picture books and middle grade stories, bringing characters to life with warmth, humor, and emotion.

www.fannywen.com.
#illustration #kidlitart #childrensbookillustrator #illustrator
October 2, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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fawa.bsky.social
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day!
Sharing a cover concept for one of my latest book ideas. Want to know more?

⭐️ Rep’d by Emily Talbot at @unitedagents.bsky.social or view my portfolio at www.fawashah.co.uk ⭐️
Speak soon x

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #bookidea
October 2, 2025 at 3:04 PM