Morgan Lau
@morganlau.bsky.social
Mother of two. Gardener for life. Environmental Scientist.
#SCBWI #kidlit Author-Illustrator
#50PreciousWords winner '24
#PBParty ‘25, 24, 23 HM
#FWFwinner'23+'22 #kidlit
https://www.instagram.com/greengirlblueplanet/
#SCBWI #kidlit Author-Illustrator
#50PreciousWords winner '24
#PBParty ‘25, 24, 23 HM
#FWFwinner'23+'22 #kidlit
https://www.instagram.com/greengirlblueplanet/
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Morgan Lau
@morganlau.bsky.social
· Mar 6
Hi #KidLitArtPostcard day!
I’m an author/illustrator who is looking for representation. I am open to board books, PBs, and early readers.
#kidlit #kidlitart
I’m an author/illustrator who is looking for representation. I am open to board books, PBs, and early readers.
#kidlit #kidlitart
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⭐️ GIVEAWAY TIME! ⭐️
We’re just ONE WEEK from our big, history-making #PBRisingStars announcement, so let’s celebrate with 4 incredible picture books from past mentors! 📚✨
To enter:
1️⃣ Follow us on Bluesky
2️⃣ Like this post
3️⃣ Tag a friend (1 tag = 1 entry!)
Winner announced on 10/30 with our big news!
We’re just ONE WEEK from our big, history-making #PBRisingStars announcement, so let’s celebrate with 4 incredible picture books from past mentors! 📚✨
To enter:
1️⃣ Follow us on Bluesky
2️⃣ Like this post
3️⃣ Tag a friend (1 tag = 1 entry!)
Winner announced on 10/30 with our big news!
October 23, 2025 at 12:25 PM
⭐️ GIVEAWAY TIME! ⭐️
We’re just ONE WEEK from our big, history-making #PBRisingStars announcement, so let’s celebrate with 4 incredible picture books from past mentors! 📚✨
To enter:
1️⃣ Follow us on Bluesky
2️⃣ Like this post
3️⃣ Tag a friend (1 tag = 1 entry!)
Winner announced on 10/30 with our big news!
We’re just ONE WEEK from our big, history-making #PBRisingStars announcement, so let’s celebrate with 4 incredible picture books from past mentors! 📚✨
To enter:
1️⃣ Follow us on Bluesky
2️⃣ Like this post
3️⃣ Tag a friend (1 tag = 1 entry!)
Winner announced on 10/30 with our big news!
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I'll be there Saturday 10-12 and I'd love to see you!
October 27, 2025 at 5:07 PM
I'll be there Saturday 10-12 and I'd love to see you!
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✨ Ready to get published?
Download the free 12 x 12 Guide to Getting Out of Your Own Way So You Can Get Published → buff.ly/7LP2GsQ
#12x12PB #kidlit
Download the free 12 x 12 Guide to Getting Out of Your Own Way So You Can Get Published → buff.ly/7LP2GsQ
#12x12PB #kidlit
October 27, 2025 at 5:31 PM
✨ Ready to get published?
Download the free 12 x 12 Guide to Getting Out of Your Own Way So You Can Get Published → buff.ly/7LP2GsQ
#12x12PB #kidlit
Download the free 12 x 12 Guide to Getting Out of Your Own Way So You Can Get Published → buff.ly/7LP2GsQ
#12x12PB #kidlit
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Do you love the darker side of kidlit? ✍️
If so, check out Episode 8, Tools for Gripping Horror! 🛠️
The episode sneakily appears on Apple Podcasts a few days early.
It's not a trick 👻 but there are plenty of treats in this episode!
linktr.ee/kdzpodcast
#KidLit #KDZPodcast #WritingCommunity
If so, check out Episode 8, Tools for Gripping Horror! 🛠️
The episode sneakily appears on Apple Podcasts a few days early.
It's not a trick 👻 but there are plenty of treats in this episode!
linktr.ee/kdzpodcast
#KidLit #KDZPodcast #WritingCommunity
October 27, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Do you love the darker side of kidlit? ✍️
If so, check out Episode 8, Tools for Gripping Horror! 🛠️
The episode sneakily appears on Apple Podcasts a few days early.
It's not a trick 👻 but there are plenty of treats in this episode!
linktr.ee/kdzpodcast
#KidLit #KDZPodcast #WritingCommunity
If so, check out Episode 8, Tools for Gripping Horror! 🛠️
The episode sneakily appears on Apple Podcasts a few days early.
It's not a trick 👻 but there are plenty of treats in this episode!
linktr.ee/kdzpodcast
#KidLit #KDZPodcast #WritingCommunity
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KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast Episode 7
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Thanks for listening, commenting, & sharing!
@kdzpodcast.bsky.social
#kidlit #kidlitchat
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Thanks for listening, commenting, & sharing!
@kdzpodcast.bsky.social
#kidlit #kidlitchat
Tools for Dynamic Nonfiction (KidLit Writing Tips)
Podcast Episode · The KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast · 09/30/2025 · 7m
podcasts.apple.com
September 30, 2025 at 10:50 PM
KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast Episode 7
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Thanks for listening, commenting, & sharing!
@kdzpodcast.bsky.social
#kidlit #kidlitchat
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Thanks for listening, commenting, & sharing!
@kdzpodcast.bsky.social
#kidlit #kidlitchat
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Hola friends, do you have 7 minutes?
The KDZ crew had a blast discussion writing tools for nonfiction in this month’s episode of the #kidlitdeconstructionzone podcast. Check out our shorter ep, show notes, & resources!
youtu.be/izuaAZHBgtU?...
@kdzpodcast.bsky.social
#kidlit #kidlitchat
The KDZ crew had a blast discussion writing tools for nonfiction in this month’s episode of the #kidlitdeconstructionzone podcast. Check out our shorter ep, show notes, & resources!
youtu.be/izuaAZHBgtU?...
@kdzpodcast.bsky.social
#kidlit #kidlitchat
Tools for Dynamic Nonfiction (KidLit Writing Tips)
YouTube video by The KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast
youtu.be
September 30, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Hola friends, do you have 7 minutes?
The KDZ crew had a blast discussion writing tools for nonfiction in this month’s episode of the #kidlitdeconstructionzone podcast. Check out our shorter ep, show notes, & resources!
youtu.be/izuaAZHBgtU?...
@kdzpodcast.bsky.social
#kidlit #kidlitchat
The KDZ crew had a blast discussion writing tools for nonfiction in this month’s episode of the #kidlitdeconstructionzone podcast. Check out our shorter ep, show notes, & resources!
youtu.be/izuaAZHBgtU?...
@kdzpodcast.bsky.social
#kidlit #kidlitchat
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Hey all! A quick update from the @kdzpodcast.bsky.social crew on episodes moving forward.
youtu.be/Kh7wtN75ExE?...
Next up…Episode 7 on Nonfiction drops 9/30!
youtu.be/Kh7wtN75ExE?...
Next up…Episode 7 on Nonfiction drops 9/30!
KDZ Crew Footnote: Season 1 Update
YouTube video by The KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast
youtu.be
September 28, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Hey all! A quick update from the @kdzpodcast.bsky.social crew on episodes moving forward.
youtu.be/Kh7wtN75ExE?...
Next up…Episode 7 on Nonfiction drops 9/30!
youtu.be/Kh7wtN75ExE?...
Next up…Episode 7 on Nonfiction drops 9/30!
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#KidLit writers, is your funny bone feeling a little out of alignment? Are you stuck giving dad jokes in your MS?
Check out ep 6 of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone podcast to add some humor to your story.
Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/46jxhyr
YouTube: bit.ly/4p7B21j
(with @kdzpodcast.bsky.social)
Check out ep 6 of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone podcast to add some humor to your story.
Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/46jxhyr
YouTube: bit.ly/4p7B21j
(with @kdzpodcast.bsky.social)
September 4, 2025 at 4:42 PM
#KidLit writers, is your funny bone feeling a little out of alignment? Are you stuck giving dad jokes in your MS?
Check out ep 6 of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone podcast to add some humor to your story.
Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/46jxhyr
YouTube: bit.ly/4p7B21j
(with @kdzpodcast.bsky.social)
Check out ep 6 of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone podcast to add some humor to your story.
Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/46jxhyr
YouTube: bit.ly/4p7B21j
(with @kdzpodcast.bsky.social)
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Hey #KidLitChat, if you have 15 min, check out a KidLit Deconstruction Zone podcast episodes? Our first 5 eps cover story foundations, writing tips, & book talks!
➡️ bit.ly/40Obwnt
Let @kdzpodcast.bsky.social know what topics/books you’d like to see!
(Posted w/permission: @gregpincus.bsky.social)
➡️ bit.ly/40Obwnt
Let @kdzpodcast.bsky.social know what topics/books you’d like to see!
(Posted w/permission: @gregpincus.bsky.social)
Story Foundations - YouTube
This playlist covers the basics of what makes a strong story. Episodes created by the KDZ crew hosts Mel, Morgan, and Rona from the KidLit Deconstruction Zon...
bit.ly
August 5, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Hey #KidLitChat, if you have 15 min, check out a KidLit Deconstruction Zone podcast episodes? Our first 5 eps cover story foundations, writing tips, & book talks!
➡️ bit.ly/40Obwnt
Let @kdzpodcast.bsky.social know what topics/books you’d like to see!
(Posted w/permission: @gregpincus.bsky.social)
➡️ bit.ly/40Obwnt
Let @kdzpodcast.bsky.social know what topics/books you’d like to see!
(Posted w/permission: @gregpincus.bsky.social)
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😍💫✨Feeling lucky! My editor offered to send an extra early copy of SPARKLES FOR SUNNY so I could see for the first time! It’s all so GORGEOUS!!!💖
See sparklesforsunny.com for how to pre-order author-signed copies with special swag by 12/2/25!
@penguinkids.bsky.social #ThaiMyPhuong
See sparklesforsunny.com for how to pre-order author-signed copies with special swag by 12/2/25!
@penguinkids.bsky.social #ThaiMyPhuong
August 22, 2025 at 3:10 PM
😍💫✨Feeling lucky! My editor offered to send an extra early copy of SPARKLES FOR SUNNY so I could see for the first time! It’s all so GORGEOUS!!!💖
See sparklesforsunny.com for how to pre-order author-signed copies with special swag by 12/2/25!
@penguinkids.bsky.social #ThaiMyPhuong
See sparklesforsunny.com for how to pre-order author-signed copies with special swag by 12/2/25!
@penguinkids.bsky.social #ThaiMyPhuong
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You don’t need permission to tell the story that’s on your heart. #amwriting #writingcommunity
August 22, 2025 at 6:26 PM
You don’t need permission to tell the story that’s on your heart. #amwriting #writingcommunity
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In ep 3, over at the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social), we chat about making an impact with your story’s setting.
➡️ Apple Podcasts:
apple.co/4kCxL7c
➡️ YouTube:
bit.ly/4kheOqR
Hosts: Mel Mwai,
@morganlau.bsky.social, Rona Shirdan
#KidLit #Writing #StoryCraft
➡️ Apple Podcasts:
apple.co/4kCxL7c
➡️ YouTube:
bit.ly/4kheOqR
Hosts: Mel Mwai,
@morganlau.bsky.social, Rona Shirdan
#KidLit #Writing #StoryCraft
May 31, 2025 at 10:28 PM
In ep 3, over at the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social), we chat about making an impact with your story’s setting.
➡️ Apple Podcasts:
apple.co/4kCxL7c
➡️ YouTube:
bit.ly/4kheOqR
Hosts: Mel Mwai,
@morganlau.bsky.social, Rona Shirdan
#KidLit #Writing #StoryCraft
➡️ Apple Podcasts:
apple.co/4kCxL7c
➡️ YouTube:
bit.ly/4kheOqR
Hosts: Mel Mwai,
@morganlau.bsky.social, Rona Shirdan
#KidLit #Writing #StoryCraft
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Ten years ago Jason Reynolds wrote Soundtrack. Now a decade later, it comes to us entirely as an audiobook. Today, I talk with Jason and his producers about the logistics of such a huge project. #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/05/22/i...
“If you like my storytelling, this is your jam.” Jason Reynolds Goes All Audio with “Soundtrack”
Ten years ago Jason Reynolds wrote Soundtrack. Now a decade later, it comes to us entirely as an audiobook. I talk with Jason and his producers about the logistics of such a huge project.
afuse8production.slj.com
May 22, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Ten years ago Jason Reynolds wrote Soundtrack. Now a decade later, it comes to us entirely as an audiobook. Today, I talk with Jason and his producers about the logistics of such a huge project. #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/05/22/i...
"I am trying to brainwash children into creating a world that's better than the one we're in right now. I want to give them a glimpse of that in the fantasy world I've created." 🔥
- Angie Thomas, SLJ Day of Dialog
#kidlit
- Angie Thomas, SLJ Day of Dialog
#kidlit
May 22, 2025 at 1:57 PM
"I am trying to brainwash children into creating a world that's better than the one we're in right now. I want to give them a glimpse of that in the fantasy world I've created." 🔥
- Angie Thomas, SLJ Day of Dialog
#kidlit
- Angie Thomas, SLJ Day of Dialog
#kidlit
"Life and death is a cycle of life. We are all going to die but how do you live?"- Meg Medina, SLJ Day of Dialog
That is something I have been embracing while I grieve my father. I have a lot of living to do.
#kidlit
That is something I have been embracing while I grieve my father. I have a lot of living to do.
#kidlit
May 22, 2025 at 1:49 PM
"Life and death is a cycle of life. We are all going to die but how do you live?"- Meg Medina, SLJ Day of Dialog
That is something I have been embracing while I grieve my father. I have a lot of living to do.
#kidlit
That is something I have been embracing while I grieve my father. I have a lot of living to do.
#kidlit
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Howeeeeee! Y'all we gon' Pitch a Wang Dang Doodle ALL NIGHT LONG! I stepped away from the fun to once again extend the right hand of fellowship. Friday Fish Fry!
Plates clatter
Kinfolk gather
Ol' Cane River shouts . . .
Welcome to another Fish Fry Friday
www.pamelacourtney.com/a-season-for...
Plates clatter
Kinfolk gather
Ol' Cane River shouts . . .
Welcome to another Fish Fry Friday
www.pamelacourtney.com/a-season-for...
May 10, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Howeeeeee! Y'all we gon' Pitch a Wang Dang Doodle ALL NIGHT LONG! I stepped away from the fun to once again extend the right hand of fellowship. Friday Fish Fry!
Plates clatter
Kinfolk gather
Ol' Cane River shouts . . .
Welcome to another Fish Fry Friday
www.pamelacourtney.com/a-season-for...
Plates clatter
Kinfolk gather
Ol' Cane River shouts . . .
Welcome to another Fish Fry Friday
www.pamelacourtney.com/a-season-for...
Thank you @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social and the #pbparty judges for this honorable mention. I appreciate all the work that each of you do!
Congrats to the finalist and all the honorable mentions!
mindyalyseweiss.com/2025-pbparty...
#kidlit
Congrats to the finalist and all the honorable mentions!
mindyalyseweiss.com/2025-pbparty...
#kidlit
May 8, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Thank you @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social and the #pbparty judges for this honorable mention. I appreciate all the work that each of you do!
Congrats to the finalist and all the honorable mentions!
mindyalyseweiss.com/2025-pbparty...
#kidlit
Congrats to the finalist and all the honorable mentions!
mindyalyseweiss.com/2025-pbparty...
#kidlit
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Tomorrow! Post your best for #KidLitArtPostcard Day Browse lovely illustrations, share praise, and make new connections. Learn more at: www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit #kidlitart
April 30, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Tomorrow! Post your best for #KidLitArtPostcard Day Browse lovely illustrations, share praise, and make new connections. Learn more at: www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit #kidlitart
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New Episode Loading…
On April 30, the KDZ crew (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social) will be chatting about awesome main characters in Episode 2 of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast.
📘 YouTube: bit.ly/3EG94HG
📘 Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4lPAb3U
#writing #kidlit #kdzpodcast #letsDIGin
On April 30, the KDZ crew (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social) will be chatting about awesome main characters in Episode 2 of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast.
📘 YouTube: bit.ly/3EG94HG
📘 Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4lPAb3U
#writing #kidlit #kdzpodcast #letsDIGin
April 26, 2025 at 6:10 PM
New Episode Loading…
On April 30, the KDZ crew (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social) will be chatting about awesome main characters in Episode 2 of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast.
📘 YouTube: bit.ly/3EG94HG
📘 Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4lPAb3U
#writing #kidlit #kdzpodcast #letsDIGin
On April 30, the KDZ crew (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social) will be chatting about awesome main characters in Episode 2 of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast.
📘 YouTube: bit.ly/3EG94HG
📘 Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4lPAb3U
#writing #kidlit #kdzpodcast #letsDIGin
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One practical tip from my mentor #JorgeLacera on choosing a book idea was to focus on what excites because you work on it daily. It's the backstory behind our chat on finding strong ideas in Episode 1 of KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast.
⚒️ bit.ly/3XCurQx
⚒️ apple.co/4iVf4vg
#kidlit #writing
⚒️ bit.ly/3XCurQx
⚒️ apple.co/4iVf4vg
#kidlit #writing
April 4, 2025 at 2:39 PM
One practical tip from my mentor #JorgeLacera on choosing a book idea was to focus on what excites because you work on it daily. It's the backstory behind our chat on finding strong ideas in Episode 1 of KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast.
⚒️ bit.ly/3XCurQx
⚒️ apple.co/4iVf4vg
#kidlit #writing
⚒️ bit.ly/3XCurQx
⚒️ apple.co/4iVf4vg
#kidlit #writing
Reposted by Morgan Lau
KidLit writers, do you:
📘need help choosing a book topic?
📘wonder if kids will like your book?
If so, check out the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast, Episode 1. We chat about a story’s basic building block—ideas!
⚒️ YouTube: bit.ly/3XCurQx
⚒️ Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4iVf4vg
Subscribe & share!
📘need help choosing a book topic?
📘wonder if kids will like your book?
If so, check out the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast, Episode 1. We chat about a story’s basic building block—ideas!
⚒️ YouTube: bit.ly/3XCurQx
⚒️ Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4iVf4vg
Subscribe & share!
March 31, 2025 at 2:48 PM
KidLit writers, do you:
📘need help choosing a book topic?
📘wonder if kids will like your book?
If so, check out the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast, Episode 1. We chat about a story’s basic building block—ideas!
⚒️ YouTube: bit.ly/3XCurQx
⚒️ Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4iVf4vg
Subscribe & share!
📘need help choosing a book topic?
📘wonder if kids will like your book?
If so, check out the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast, Episode 1. We chat about a story’s basic building block—ideas!
⚒️ YouTube: bit.ly/3XCurQx
⚒️ Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4iVf4vg
Subscribe & share!
Thank you @viviankirkfield.bsky.social and the #kidlit judges for the #50preciouswords honorable mention.
I feel a bit emotional given the recent loss of my dad so this piece is even more meaningful. Feeling grateful.
You can read the entry here:
greengirlblueplanet.wordpress.com/2025/03/31/a...
I feel a bit emotional given the recent loss of my dad so this piece is even more meaningful. Feeling grateful.
You can read the entry here:
greengirlblueplanet.wordpress.com/2025/03/31/a...
March 31, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Thank you @viviankirkfield.bsky.social and the #kidlit judges for the #50preciouswords honorable mention.
I feel a bit emotional given the recent loss of my dad so this piece is even more meaningful. Feeling grateful.
You can read the entry here:
greengirlblueplanet.wordpress.com/2025/03/31/a...
I feel a bit emotional given the recent loss of my dad so this piece is even more meaningful. Feeling grateful.
You can read the entry here:
greengirlblueplanet.wordpress.com/2025/03/31/a...
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Hey #writingcommunity!
It's time to dust off your manuscript and tune into the first episode of the #KDZpodcast!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUKJ...
#kidlit
It's time to dust off your manuscript and tune into the first episode of the #KDZpodcast!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUKJ...
#kidlit
March 31, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Hey #writingcommunity!
It's time to dust off your manuscript and tune into the first episode of the #KDZpodcast!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUKJ...
#kidlit
It's time to dust off your manuscript and tune into the first episode of the #KDZpodcast!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUKJ...
#kidlit
Reposted by Morgan Lau
March 30, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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Just two more sleeps until the KDZ podcast comes to a streaming service near you!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSoa...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSoa...
March 29, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Just two more sleeps until the KDZ podcast comes to a streaming service near you!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSoa...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSoa...