Kristie Choi
@kristiechoi.bsky.social
Editor @ Atheneum (S&S) | 🌈 bi/pan genderfluid (she/they); pro-transgender; neurospicy; 최민지, Korean-Am; plant witch meets punky morbid grandma/cat daddy; opinions my own.
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Kristie Choi
@kristiechoi.bsky.social
· Nov 16
Hi new followers! I’m a children’s/YA book editor, ex-private investigator (my pre-publishing life), Capricorn, incorrigible queer.
I mostly ramble, muse, and post about books, queer topics, plants/gardening, my cats. (For the record, I also love dogs. I go both ways - in more ways than one 😀)
I mostly ramble, muse, and post about books, queer topics, plants/gardening, my cats. (For the record, I also love dogs. I go both ways - in more ways than one 😀)
As an editor who works across picture books, MG, and YA and also occasionally acquires for the Scarlett Press imprint, it sometimes takes me a moment to switch gears from cute woodland animals in picture books to spicy dark romantasies about gargoyles and shadow daddies
Wednesday & Enid: Wednesday Addams 2022
Alt: Wednesday & Enid standing on two parts of their room with a large window behind them, one half illuminated by colorful stained glass window and the other devoid of any color.
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August 21, 2026 at 8:20 PM
As an editor who works across picture books, MG, and YA and also occasionally acquires for the Scarlett Press imprint, it sometimes takes me a moment to switch gears from cute woodland animals in picture books to spicy dark romantasies about gargoyles and shadow daddies
I love when the first parts of a series starts off humorous and light-hearted and the later installments get more mature and emotionally heavy as the main character grows and comes of age. Series like Steven Universe, ATLA, Adventure Time, and most recently Spiderman Brand New Day had me bawling!
Steven Universe Crying with Tears
Alt: Steven Universe Crying with Tears and snot down his face
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August 12, 2026 at 5:49 PM
I love when the first parts of a series starts off humorous and light-hearted and the later installments get more mature and emotionally heavy as the main character grows and comes of age. Series like Steven Universe, ATLA, Adventure Time, and most recently Spiderman Brand New Day had me bawling!
A thread about my favorite kinds of MG & #mswl - I love sff of all kinds, especially those about discovering the true nature of the world & overcoming authoritarian power structures. Books like A Wrinkle in Time, The Giver, The House of the Scorpion, The Last Cuentista, The One and Only Ivan. 1/4
August 7, 2026 at 6:20 PM
A thread about my favorite kinds of MG & #mswl - I love sff of all kinds, especially those about discovering the true nature of the world & overcoming authoritarian power structures. Books like A Wrinkle in Time, The Giver, The House of the Scorpion, The Last Cuentista, The One and Only Ivan. 1/4
I have the cutest, sweetest little himbo cat—not a thought in those beautiful murderous eyes 💕
August 3, 2026 at 4:50 PM
I have the cutest, sweetest little himbo cat—not a thought in those beautiful murderous eyes 💕
Help me make my YA list more genderqueer! I’d especially love to see high-concept, layered novels from trans voices (especially intersectional) but am open to folks across the entire genderqueer umbrella. Some of my faves: The Honeys, Hell Followed With Us, Felix Ever After, Cemetery Boys #MSWL 1/3
July 31, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Help me make my YA list more genderqueer! I’d especially love to see high-concept, layered novels from trans voices (especially intersectional) but am open to folks across the entire genderqueer umbrella. Some of my faves: The Honeys, Hell Followed With Us, Felix Ever After, Cemetery Boys #MSWL 1/3
Still can’t stop thinking about Obsession! Disregarding my cortisol levels, I’d love to see more layered, thought-provoking horror that will get young people talking about real-life horrors & themes beyond the jump-scares and gore like bodily autonomy, morality, consent, etc. YA #mswl
obesssion
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July 30, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Still can’t stop thinking about Obsession! Disregarding my cortisol levels, I’d love to see more layered, thought-provoking horror that will get young people talking about real-life horrors & themes beyond the jump-scares and gore like bodily autonomy, morality, consent, etc. YA #mswl
It’s been a minute since I posted a picture book #MSWL! My taste for PB runs from the quirky, imaginative, & funny like Stalactite & Stalagmite by Drew Beckmeyer to the gorgeously lyrical, emotional, and joyful like Where They Gather by Teresa Rodrigues, illus by Jamiel Law. The common thread? 1/2
July 1, 2026 at 4:48 PM
It’s been a minute since I posted a picture book #MSWL! My taste for PB runs from the quirky, imaginative, & funny like Stalactite & Stalagmite by Drew Beckmeyer to the gorgeously lyrical, emotional, and joyful like Where They Gather by Teresa Rodrigues, illus by Jamiel Law. The common thread? 1/2
#mswl more books that made me feel and think the way these did—books that stay with you long after you read them
MG: Last Cuentista, Girl Who Drank the Moon, Inside Out & Back Again
YA: Strange the Dreamer, Aristotle & Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, Last Night at the Telegraph Club
MG: Last Cuentista, Girl Who Drank the Moon, Inside Out & Back Again
YA: Strange the Dreamer, Aristotle & Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, Last Night at the Telegraph Club
May 21, 2026 at 10:06 PM
#mswl more books that made me feel and think the way these did—books that stay with you long after you read them
MG: Last Cuentista, Girl Who Drank the Moon, Inside Out & Back Again
YA: Strange the Dreamer, Aristotle & Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, Last Night at the Telegraph Club
MG: Last Cuentista, Girl Who Drank the Moon, Inside Out & Back Again
YA: Strange the Dreamer, Aristotle & Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, Last Night at the Telegraph Club
Hooray, The Queen of the Spirit Woods is an Indies Introduce selection! Congratulations @sharonchoe.bsky.social! This is a romantic fantasy based on Korean folklore & history personal to both my family and Sharon’s, and I can’t wait for you all to read it. Lots of wonderful indie love below: 1/4
May 14, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Hooray, The Queen of the Spirit Woods is an Indies Introduce selection! Congratulations @sharonchoe.bsky.social! This is a romantic fantasy based on Korean folklore & history personal to both my family and Sharon’s, and I can’t wait for you all to read it. Lots of wonderful indie love below: 1/4
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I am "radically pro-transgender" in that I believe that every human being is entitled to autonomy, agency and self-determination in all aspects of their lives - legal, romantic, personal, medical, and aspirational.
The White House says they will “identify and neutralise” political groups that are anti-American, “radically pro-transgender” and anarchist.
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May 12, 2026 at 5:16 PM
I am "radically pro-transgender" in that I believe that every human being is entitled to autonomy, agency and self-determination in all aspects of their lives - legal, romantic, personal, medical, and aspirational.
Some thoughts on the word “didactic” from an editor who works on all kinds of kids books. Didactic is defined as “something intended to teach, instruct, or convey moral lessons.” There are many wonderful picture books out in the world that are meant to teach & affirm kids. Didactic =\= bad. 1/6
Yoda: Teach You I Will
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May 11, 2026 at 4:23 PM
Some thoughts on the word “didactic” from an editor who works on all kinds of kids books. Didactic is defined as “something intended to teach, instruct, or convey moral lessons.” There are many wonderful picture books out in the world that are meant to teach & affirm kids. Didactic =\= bad. 1/6
I’m behind in posting announcements, but in a time when queer books are under attack and AI is a source of dread, I have to talk about this one. This is a gorgeous story that is unapologetically queer and anti-AI, the balm I needed in these times. I can’t wait for the world to meet these survivors 🏳️🌈
May 8, 2026 at 3:15 PM
I’m behind in posting announcements, but in a time when queer books are under attack and AI is a source of dread, I have to talk about this one. This is a gorgeous story that is unapologetically queer and anti-AI, the balm I needed in these times. I can’t wait for the world to meet these survivors 🏳️🌈
The world is burning, the future is uncertain, injustice is rampant. And my kitten just recently discovered dandelion floof for the first time (literally touching grass). Beauty and wonder coexisting amidst darkness.
May 7, 2026 at 10:52 PM
The world is burning, the future is uncertain, injustice is rampant. And my kitten just recently discovered dandelion floof for the first time (literally touching grass). Beauty and wonder coexisting amidst darkness.
Super specific #MSWL: survival stories (including post-apocalyptic) w/a fresh spin on the survival genre & BIPOC/queer rep. Emotional MG like Alone or Hatchet or humorous and fun like The Last Kids on Earth. YA like Wilder Girls, The 5th Wave, or a grounded ownvoices Island of the Blue Dolphins
April 27, 2026 at 4:48 PM
Super specific #MSWL: survival stories (including post-apocalyptic) w/a fresh spin on the survival genre & BIPOC/queer rep. Emotional MG like Alone or Hatchet or humorous and fun like The Last Kids on Earth. YA like Wilder Girls, The 5th Wave, or a grounded ownvoices Island of the Blue Dolphins
Failure is an inevitability, personally, professionally. Authors, this is your sign to keep writing anyways.
“How do you get over a failure?”…
“You go back to work. You take advantage of the quiet time that a failure allows you. . . You try again. You fail better.”
-Tomorrow & Tomorrow & Tomorrow
“How do you get over a failure?”…
“You go back to work. You take advantage of the quiet time that a failure allows you. . . You try again. You fail better.”
-Tomorrow & Tomorrow & Tomorrow
a video game screen that says " you fail "
Alt: a video game screen of Mario that says " you fail "
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February 17, 2026 at 3:51 PM
Failure is an inevitability, personally, professionally. Authors, this is your sign to keep writing anyways.
“How do you get over a failure?”…
“You go back to work. You take advantage of the quiet time that a failure allows you. . . You try again. You fail better.”
-Tomorrow & Tomorrow & Tomorrow
“How do you get over a failure?”…
“You go back to work. You take advantage of the quiet time that a failure allows you. . . You try again. You fail better.”
-Tomorrow & Tomorrow & Tomorrow
Hi agents, I’m on the hunt for high-concept layered YA & MG novels! #MSWL
For YA: romantic fantasy; dark academia; mystery/thrillers like We Were Liars or Firekeeper’s Daughter; thought-provoking horror or gothic; romantic coming of age like Aristotle & Dante & Last Night at the Telegraph Club 1/3
For YA: romantic fantasy; dark academia; mystery/thrillers like We Were Liars or Firekeeper’s Daughter; thought-provoking horror or gothic; romantic coming of age like Aristotle & Dante & Last Night at the Telegraph Club 1/3
February 9, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Hi agents, I’m on the hunt for high-concept layered YA & MG novels! #MSWL
For YA: romantic fantasy; dark academia; mystery/thrillers like We Were Liars or Firekeeper’s Daughter; thought-provoking horror or gothic; romantic coming of age like Aristotle & Dante & Last Night at the Telegraph Club 1/3
For YA: romantic fantasy; dark academia; mystery/thrillers like We Were Liars or Firekeeper’s Daughter; thought-provoking horror or gothic; romantic coming of age like Aristotle & Dante & Last Night at the Telegraph Club 1/3
Want to help keep ICE accountable but can’t go out and protest? Here’s an actionable thing you can do:
Call senators urging them to support SB 5, the bill to increase law enforcement accountability by allowing folks to sue federal officers like ICE agents for violations of constitutional rights.
Call senators urging them to support SB 5, the bill to increase law enforcement accountability by allowing folks to sue federal officers like ICE agents for violations of constitutional rights.
a black and white photo of a small ice cube on a table
Alt: a black and white photo of a small ice cube on a table melting
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February 8, 2026 at 3:58 AM
Want to help keep ICE accountable but can’t go out and protest? Here’s an actionable thing you can do:
Call senators urging them to support SB 5, the bill to increase law enforcement accountability by allowing folks to sue federal officers like ICE agents for violations of constitutional rights.
Call senators urging them to support SB 5, the bill to increase law enforcement accountability by allowing folks to sue federal officers like ICE agents for violations of constitutional rights.
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Today, I am matching donations to any org in this list, up to $1000. Reply here or DM me with receipt. www.standwithminnesota.com
Stand With Minnesota
Stand With Minnesota is a hub for supporting, learning, and taking action to support Minnesotans impacted by ICE and federal enforcement.
www.standwithminnesota.com
February 4, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Today, I am matching donations to any org in this list, up to $1000. Reply here or DM me with receipt. www.standwithminnesota.com
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So many amazing donations from authors, illustrators, agents & editors to the #PublishingForMinnesota auction! Bidding now open, ends Jan. 30th:
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#KidLit #BookSky #EduSky #WriterSky
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#KidLit #BookSky #EduSky #WriterSky
January 29, 2026 at 1:08 PM
So many amazing donations from authors, illustrators, agents & editors to the #PublishingForMinnesota auction! Bidding now open, ends Jan. 30th:
www.32auctions.com/publishingfo...
#KidLit #BookSky #EduSky #WriterSky
www.32auctions.com/publishingfo...
#KidLit #BookSky #EduSky #WriterSky
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We are not immune to what’s happening in Minnesota — and all across this nation. As 🧊 continues to terrorize and target the most vulnerable among us, we're grateful for the indie bookstores in Minnesota that have shown up for their communities, providing support & resources to Minnesotans in need.
January 29, 2026 at 3:30 PM
We are not immune to what’s happening in Minnesota — and all across this nation. As 🧊 continues to terrorize and target the most vulnerable among us, we're grateful for the indie bookstores in Minnesota that have shown up for their communities, providing support & resources to Minnesotans in need.
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I donated. Publishing for Minnesota. www.32auctions.com/publishingfo... #kidlt #megakidlit #socialjustice #birthrightcitizenship #FreetoLearn @simonandschuster.bsky.social @msmirelle.bsky.social
Publishing for Minnesota
Silent auction 'Publishing for Minnesota' hosted online at 32auctions.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:01 AM
I donated. Publishing for Minnesota. www.32auctions.com/publishingfo... #kidlt #megakidlit #socialjustice #birthrightcitizenship #FreetoLearn @simonandschuster.bsky.social @msmirelle.bsky.social
Drew Beckmeyer’s Stalactite & Stalagmite has won a Caldecott Honor! Every book is a team effort, and I’m so thankful to Drew for trusting me and my team with the most charming little cave nubs you’ll ever meet
Art Director: Greg Stadnyk
Prod editor: Kaitlyn San Miguel
Prod manager: Tatyana Rosalia
Art Director: Greg Stadnyk
Prod editor: Kaitlyn San Miguel
Prod manager: Tatyana Rosalia
January 26, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Drew Beckmeyer’s Stalactite & Stalagmite has won a Caldecott Honor! Every book is a team effort, and I’m so thankful to Drew for trusting me and my team with the most charming little cave nubs you’ll ever meet
Art Director: Greg Stadnyk
Prod editor: Kaitlyn San Miguel
Prod manager: Tatyana Rosalia
Art Director: Greg Stadnyk
Prod editor: Kaitlyn San Miguel
Prod manager: Tatyana Rosalia
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I have been actively involved in protest movements for 24 years. I have never seen anything approaching this scale. Minneapolis is not accepting what's happening here. ICE fucking murdered a woman for participating in this, and all that did is bring out more people, from more walks of life.
January 22, 2026 at 3:58 AM
I have been actively involved in protest movements for 24 years. I have never seen anything approaching this scale. Minneapolis is not accepting what's happening here. ICE fucking murdered a woman for participating in this, and all that did is bring out more people, from more walks of life.
In July, we added a new member to our family, and what better time than spooky season to introduce our little Fenrir, destroyer of worlds!
October 11, 2025 at 7:08 PM
In July, we added a new member to our family, and what better time than spooky season to introduce our little Fenrir, destroyer of worlds!
S&S has launched a romance-forward New Adult imprint, and I am one of the many editors across the S&S Children’s division who is now also acquiring for Scarlett Press! In addition to my kids/teen list, I’m seeking high stakes NA romantasy & thrillers with plenty of spice, yearning, and tension.
October 9, 2025 at 7:16 PM
S&S has launched a romance-forward New Adult imprint, and I am one of the many editors across the S&S Children’s division who is now also acquiring for Scarlett Press! In addition to my kids/teen list, I’m seeking high stakes NA romantasy & thrillers with plenty of spice, yearning, and tension.