Michael Benner
michaelbennerbooks.com
Michael Benner
@michaelbennerbooks.com
Kidlit author, nature enthusiast, dad, and baseball fan.
#scbwi, #12x12, #writersleaguetexas

Author of Mac & Cheese: The Origin Story (debuting Summer 2026)

Rep’d by Stacey Glick at Dystel, Goderich & Bourret

https://www.michaelbennerwritesbooks.com
Introducing Mac & Cheese: The Origin Story, the first book in my Delicious Duos series.

Words by me, illustrations by the amazing and incredibly talented Alison Hawkins. In stores July 7, 2026. Available for pre-order wherever books are sold!

#picturebooks #kidlit #writingcommunity #childrensbooks
September 30, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Cover reveal part 1: The characters! Who are these lovable guys at the heart of the story. Any guesses?

Huge shoutout to the illustrator Alison Hawkins!

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#coverreveal #picturebook #picturebookart #kidlitauthor #childrensbooks #friendship #childrensbookauthor #writingcommunity
September 29, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Coming next week, the cover reveal for my debut picture book! What could it be??

Written by me and illustrations by the amazing Alison Hawkins.

#picturebooks #kidlit
#coverreveal #picturebook #picturebookart #kidlitauthor #childrensbooks #friendship #childrensbookauthor #writingcommunity
September 26, 2025 at 6:41 PM
I sat this scary scarecrow guy at the kitchen table. He's not very good at helping us with our puzzles, but he is good at giving us a fright every morning when we come downstairs and think someone is sitting at the table. 🎃 👻

#halloween #creepy
September 23, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Happy book birthday (one day late) @artbyann.bsky.social!!
April 30, 2025 at 1:37 PM
HENNA IS... by @marziehabbas.bsky.social and @anumation.bsky.social This wonderfully lyrical and peaceful picture book will teach you everything about henna, its usage, meaning, and symbolism. For writers, this is a must-read mentor text for how to write a list structure picture book.
#kidlit
February 12, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Trying to write but my dog keeps staring at me. For like 30 minutes straight. Awkward!
February 10, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Completed my second Storystorm! 31 new picture book ideas to work through in 2025 (and beyond)! Huge thanks to @taralazar.bsky.social for organizing this amazing January event. Now, onto writing! Woo!!
February 3, 2025 at 10:55 PM
If you're a kidlit writer and want to learn more about the craft of writing picture books, connect with fellow authors and illustrators, and gain insights into the publishing industry, the @12x12challenge.bsky.social is the best place!

Explore and sign up at www.12x12challenge.com!

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January 27, 2025 at 5:17 PM
#Storystorm the writing inspiration challenge founded by @taralazar.bsky.social has begun! During the month of January, the goal is to create 30 book ideas in 31 days. Registration is open until January 7th, so it's not too late to join! More details at taralazar.com/2024/12/27/s...
January 2, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Trying to convince my family that having an inflatable thanksgiving turkey on the roof of both holiday appropriate and totally awesome. #thanksgiving 🦃
November 20, 2024 at 4:43 PM
✨ Publishing news!! ✨

I’m excited to share that my debut picture book, MAC & CHEESE: THE ORIGIN STORY, will release in 2026 as part of a two-book deal with Scholastic. Huge thanks to my agent, Stacey Glick and the team at Scholastic for seeing the potential in this story!
November 18, 2024 at 3:59 PM