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Kidlit Firefly
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An exciting kidlit community that focuses on helping writers and illustrators shine!
Learn more at www.kidlitfirefly.com
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Looking forward to these events.
Thank you KidLit Firefly!
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Join us at Kidlit Firefly for another great week!
September 8, 2026 at 1:21 PM
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HAPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY! I'm so glad this wonderful picture book about Berthe Morisot (the first woman impressionist) exists in the world!

PAINTING THE LIGHT
Author: @nataliaiacobelli.bsky.social
Illustrator: Rosanna Tasker
Publisher: Reycraft Books
Painting the Light - A Picture Book Postcard - April Berry Books LLC
Today’s Picture Book Postcard is from Berthe Morisot of Painting the Light. You’ve heard of Monet and Renoir, but did you know one of Impressionism’s most important artists was a woman? Ever since…
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September 8, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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How's your #KidlitChuckleChallenge entry coming along? The submission window opens this Thursday!!! 🤩
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The 2026 KidLit Chuckle Challenge is Here!
Welcome, KidLit friends, to the 2026 #KidlitChuckleChallenge! The first-ever KidLit writing contest geared entirely toward HUMOR is back for its THIRD year in a row.
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September 8, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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Several of our #KidlitChuckleChallenge prize sponsors are offering a winner's choice, and - GAH! - choosing between these amazing options will be nearly impossible. 🤯
September 8, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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SO MANY GREAT CHOICES! How will these lucky winners ever decide???

Several of our #KidlitChuckleChallenge prize sponsors are offering a winner's choice, and - GAH! - choosing between these amazing options will be nearly impossible. 🤯

#amwriting #kidlit #humorwriting #writingcontest
September 8, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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Join us at Kidlit Firefly for another great week!
August 31, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Mentor and Mentee match-ups are announced! media2-production.mightynetworks.com/uploads/f642...
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August 28, 2026 at 11:28 PM
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"In This Classroom is my teacher heart in a book. It celebrates the classroom community and the ups and downs that come with it that ultimately strengthen relationships and create an unforgettable year together." — @andrewchacket.bsky.social mrschureads.blogspot.com/2026/08/in-t...
In This Classroom
August 13, 2026 at 7:47 PM
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Thrilled I attended the webinar with Andrew Hacket hosted by Lori Knutsen. It had great insights on page turns, punchlines and read aloud techniques
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August 13, 2026 at 12:27 PM
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Gather! Grow! Glow!
Join us this week at Kidlit Firefly for community, webinars, and submission opportunities!
Learn more at www.kidlitfirefly.com or join us at mighty-kidlit.mn.co/plans/191528...
August 14, 2026 at 1:54 PM
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WEDNESDAY’S WONDERFUL WRITERS
WHO CHAMPION WRITERS:

Lauri Fortino ‪@laurifortino.bsky.social
Lydia Lukidis @lydialukidis.bsky.social
Maria Marshall @mmarshallauthor.bsky.social
Mariana Ríos Ramírez @marianarios.bsky.social
Mary Boone - Six Questions @boonewrites.bsky.social
Pudgy Penguin Says Thank You
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August 12, 2026 at 11:25 AM
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Will you be participating in the #KidlitChuckleChallenge this year?

The prizes are 🔥🔥🔥, and the writing prompts are 🤣🤣🤣. This is going to be so fun!

#kidlit #writingcommunity
August 11, 2026 at 6:21 PM
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NEW PICTURE BOOK POSTCARD!
From Leo (part dandelion, part lion, ALL ego)!

This laugh-out-loud read-aloud proves even a weed can have delusions of grandeur. ROAR!

THE LEGEND OF LEO: A DANDY-LION TALE
Author: @monicaacker1.bsky.social
Illustrator: Mikel Valverde
Publisher: @marblepress.bsky.social
August 10, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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When something can be read without effort, great effort has gone into its writing. ~ Enrique Jardiel Poncela
August 12, 2026 at 12:59 PM
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WEDNESDAY’S WONDERFUL WRITERS
WHO CHAMPION WRITERS:

Jenny Bowman - @jennyb-writes.bsky.social
Joyce Uglow – @jpuglow.bsky.social
Judy Campbell - Back Matter Break Down @judycampbellsmith.bsky.social
Julie Hauswirth – Creator Interview @juliehauswirth.bsky.social
Kathy Temean @kathytemean
Pudgy Penguin Says Thank You
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August 5, 2026 at 1:49 PM
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Did you know that 51% of #Kidlit Firefly members are published?
✨Great ratio for helping others shine!
✨ Lots of agent and editor above the slush submissions
✨#Mentorship Fall applications are open NOW through August 10!
Find out how to apply at www.kidlitfirefly.com!
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August 2, 2026 at 7:27 PM
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✨ CALLING ALL PRE-PUBLISHED KIDLIT CREATORS!
Applications for the KidLit Firefly Mentorship Program are officially OPEN now through August 10!
Boost your craft, and find your ultimate creative community.

kidlitfirefly.com Start your adventure!
#KidLit #WritingCommunity #WritingMentorship
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August 2, 2026 at 11:05 AM
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The Mighty KIDLIT FIREFLY MENTORSHIP
Are you an unpublished PB writer?
JOIN TODAY for a small monthly fee
Mentee Applications open Aug 1st -10th
If chosen, start Sept-Nov!
shorturl.at/M5d7r

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July 27, 2026 at 12:59 PM
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Inside #KidlitFirefly is Firefly Cove: our warm, no-drama hub for kidlit creators. Just real support, real resources, and people who help you glow.

Come find your people → mighty-kidlit.mn.co/plans/191528...
🌟 Mentorship apps opens Aug 1st — get ready to glow!
#kidlit #kidlitcommunity #mentorship
KIDLIT FIREFLY
Get full access to Workshops, Agent/Editor Events, Submissions, Mentoring, Coaching, Guest Critiques, and so much more!
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July 24, 2026 at 11:30 AM
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Applications are opening SOON for a 1:1 #kidlit mentorship program with published authors!
Study craft ✅ Polish Manuscripts ✅ Develop confidence ✅
✨After the 3-month mentorship is over, mentees can participate in an AGENT/EDITOR showcase to pitch their work! ✨ kidlitfirefly.com/meet-the-men...
July 23, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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✨ Applications are OPENING SOON for our Mentorship Program! ✨

Our Firefly Mentors are here to light the way — Applications open August 1-10
Apply now and start shining at Kidlit Firefly! Learn more on our companion website at www.kidlitfirefly.com

#kidlit
Requires membership for only $28 a month
July 23, 2026 at 3:19 PM
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Raisah and the Boat Trip by Nadia Ali
Illustrations by Fatma Zehra Köprülü
is at Foyles Bookshop, UK.
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Get your copy and share a family story time about the magnificent sea and all that it means.
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July 22, 2026 at 12:03 PM