Meryl Suresh
@merylwrites.bsky.social
#kidlit author in training
#SCBWI
2025 #12x12challenge
2025 #PBRisingStars HM
a 2025 #KidLitZombieWeek Winner
#SCBWI
2025 #12x12challenge
2025 #PBRisingStars HM
a 2025 #KidLitZombieWeek Winner
Not kidlit related, but The Mad Wife by Meagan Church is such a good read share.libbyapp.com/title/12069516
The Mad Wife
From bestselling author Meagan Church comes a haunting exploration of identity, motherhood, and the suffocating grip of societal expectations that will leave you questioning the lives we build - and t...
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August 3, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Not kidlit related, but The Mad Wife by Meagan Church is such a good read share.libbyapp.com/title/12069516
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#Giveaway Time to prepare for #DVpit!
Enter from July 13-18, 2026 to win query and/or first pages critiques from agents!
TO ENTER:
• repost this post
• AND reply with your category & genre!
(e.g. YA Fantasy)
• Entries must be for completed, unpublished work.
Full rules: dvpit.carrd.co#giveaway
Enter from July 13-18, 2026 to win query and/or first pages critiques from agents!
TO ENTER:
• repost this post
• AND reply with your category & genre!
(e.g. YA Fantasy)
• Entries must be for completed, unpublished work.
Full rules: dvpit.carrd.co#giveaway
July 13, 2026 at 4:06 PM
#Giveaway Time to prepare for #DVpit!
Enter from July 13-18, 2026 to win query and/or first pages critiques from agents!
TO ENTER:
• repost this post
• AND reply with your category & genre!
(e.g. YA Fantasy)
• Entries must be for completed, unpublished work.
Full rules: dvpit.carrd.co#giveaway
Enter from July 13-18, 2026 to win query and/or first pages critiques from agents!
TO ENTER:
• repost this post
• AND reply with your category & genre!
(e.g. YA Fantasy)
• Entries must be for completed, unpublished work.
Full rules: dvpit.carrd.co#giveaway
I attended
@picturebooksummit.bsky.social
last year and I learned so much, looking forward to diving deep and learning more this year!
There's an opportunity to win a free ticket to the Picture Book Summit here: picturebooksummit.com?rpid=1&rpr=357
@picturebooksummit.bsky.social
last year and I learned so much, looking forward to diving deep and learning more this year!
There's an opportunity to win a free ticket to the Picture Book Summit here: picturebooksummit.com?rpid=1&rpr=357
Free Ticket to Picture Book Summit 2026!
Check out the 2026 Picture Book Summit lineup for Oceans of Possibility: A Deep Dive into Picture Book Craft coming 10/3/26. Early Bird Registration opens June 4th!
https://picturebooksummit.com/
It's...
picturebooksummit.com
June 3, 2026 at 12:30 AM
I attended
@picturebooksummit.bsky.social
last year and I learned so much, looking forward to diving deep and learning more this year!
There's an opportunity to win a free ticket to the Picture Book Summit here: picturebooksummit.com?rpid=1&rpr=357
@picturebooksummit.bsky.social
last year and I learned so much, looking forward to diving deep and learning more this year!
There's an opportunity to win a free ticket to the Picture Book Summit here: picturebooksummit.com?rpid=1&rpr=357
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🔔 WNDB is now accepting applications for 2027 Mentors!
WNDB is currently seeking traditionally published authors and illustrators from diverse backgrounds to serve as mentors for 2027!
WNDB is currently seeking traditionally published authors and illustrators from diverse backgrounds to serve as mentors for 2027!
May 28, 2026 at 2:30 PM
🔔 WNDB is now accepting applications for 2027 Mentors!
WNDB is currently seeking traditionally published authors and illustrators from diverse backgrounds to serve as mentors for 2027!
WNDB is currently seeking traditionally published authors and illustrators from diverse backgrounds to serve as mentors for 2027!
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Member of @authorsabb.bsky.social @jerroldconnors.bsky.social came through in the best way and assembled this for us all!
Know thine shitty bills!
Know thine shitty bills!
May 28, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Member of @authorsabb.bsky.social @jerroldconnors.bsky.social came through in the best way and assembled this for us all!
Know thine shitty bills!
Know thine shitty bills!
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Instead of calling the work of nearly all of children's authors and illustrators (for whom he is the ambassador) "crud," Mac Barnett could be mobilizing the world of children's literature to speak out against the national book-banning bill, HR 7661.
May 6, 2026 at 10:55 AM
Instead of calling the work of nearly all of children's authors and illustrators (for whom he is the ambassador) "crud," Mac Barnett could be mobilizing the world of children's literature to speak out against the national book-banning bill, HR 7661.
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If you're a book creator and you're mad about our latest scandal du jour I encourage you to channel that energy into:
1. Calling your reps (house) and demanding they vote no on HRs 7661 and 2616
2. Volunteering with AABB. We NEED more people. We NEED this energy.
TLDR: Touch grass, call your reps
1. Calling your reps (house) and demanding they vote no on HRs 7661 and 2616
2. Volunteering with AABB. We NEED more people. We NEED this energy.
TLDR: Touch grass, call your reps
May 6, 2026 at 5:42 PM
If you're a book creator and you're mad about our latest scandal du jour I encourage you to channel that energy into:
1. Calling your reps (house) and demanding they vote no on HRs 7661 and 2616
2. Volunteering with AABB. We NEED more people. We NEED this energy.
TLDR: Touch grass, call your reps
1. Calling your reps (house) and demanding they vote no on HRs 7661 and 2616
2. Volunteering with AABB. We NEED more people. We NEED this energy.
TLDR: Touch grass, call your reps
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What I love about this? Other than buying a book, every single one is free.
May 4, 2026 at 11:48 AM
What I love about this? Other than buying a book, every single one is free.
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#KidlitZombieWeek is back for another year of manuscript raising fun! So, crack open that story crypt and get ready for a week of great blog posts and #prizes. And don't forget to stalk...er, follow all your undead hosts for the latest updates.
#WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt
#WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt
May 4, 2026 at 1:52 PM
#KidlitZombieWeek is back for another year of manuscript raising fun! So, crack open that story crypt and get ready for a week of great blog posts and #prizes. And don't forget to stalk...er, follow all your undead hosts for the latest updates.
#WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt
#WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt
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'Ron Weasley' yelling “Expensive Petroleum” while filling up his car might be the peak of comedy.😆😆🤜
May 2, 2026 at 4:07 PM
'Ron Weasley' yelling “Expensive Petroleum” while filling up his car might be the peak of comedy.😆😆🤜
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ICYMI, the June 4th #KidLitArtPostcard event marks the 5th anniversary. I'm suggesting a theme for our illustrations: You, as a kid. Learn more about the event here: www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit (We still have a May 7th event too!)
April 27, 2026 at 1:47 PM
ICYMI, the June 4th #KidLitArtPostcard event marks the 5th anniversary. I'm suggesting a theme for our illustrations: You, as a kid. Learn more about the event here: www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit (We still have a May 7th event too!)
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Little, Brown BFYR Raises the Curtain on Alvina Ling Imprint buff.ly/auD9Q5j
April 24, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Little, Brown BFYR Raises the Curtain on Alvina Ling Imprint buff.ly/auD9Q5j
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Another point to show that most people do not want book bans. The outrage (as usual) is manufactured.
Earlier this week, the ALA released their 2025 Most Challenged Books Report. Thought top books are the headline, this is the data point that stands out to me, "92 percent of all book challenges were initiated by pressure groups, government officials and decision makers" not parents or teachers.
American Library Association releases 2025 Most Challenged Books List as National Library Week Begins
State of America’s Libraries Report reveals 4,235 unique titles challenged in 2025, marking the second-highest total on record
www.ala.org
April 23, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Another point to show that most people do not want book bans. The outrage (as usual) is manufactured.
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CALLING ALL PICTURE BOOK WRITERS!
Tired of counting your words without illo notes? Frustrated with manually renumbering your spreads whenever you revise? I’m developing a solution & I need your help! Drop a message below if you’re interested in beta testing this new software!
#pbwriters #kidlit
Tired of counting your words without illo notes? Frustrated with manually renumbering your spreads whenever you revise? I’m developing a solution & I need your help! Drop a message below if you’re interested in beta testing this new software!
#pbwriters #kidlit
a cartoon of lisa simpson saying " writing is the hardest thing ever "
ALT: a cartoon of lisa simpson saying " writing is the hardest thing ever "
media.tenor.com
April 22, 2026 at 5:27 PM
CALLING ALL PICTURE BOOK WRITERS!
Tired of counting your words without illo notes? Frustrated with manually renumbering your spreads whenever you revise? I’m developing a solution & I need your help! Drop a message below if you’re interested in beta testing this new software!
#pbwriters #kidlit
Tired of counting your words without illo notes? Frustrated with manually renumbering your spreads whenever you revise? I’m developing a solution & I need your help! Drop a message below if you’re interested in beta testing this new software!
#pbwriters #kidlit
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Open BookLiterary stands alongside over 100 grassroots & national advocacy organizations, publishers, booksellers, parent groups, professional associations opposing HR 7661.
Use the EveryLibrary action center to urge your representative to vote NO or not take it up for vote! tinyurl.com/hapf2m9r
Use the EveryLibrary action center to urge your representative to vote NO or not take it up for vote! tinyurl.com/hapf2m9r
Stop the Federal Book Ban Bill!
We made it easy to take these four actions to fight against HR 7661 and stand up for your right to read!
tinyurl.com
April 13, 2026 at 6:52 PM
Open BookLiterary stands alongside over 100 grassroots & national advocacy organizations, publishers, booksellers, parent groups, professional associations opposing HR 7661.
Use the EveryLibrary action center to urge your representative to vote NO or not take it up for vote! tinyurl.com/hapf2m9r
Use the EveryLibrary action center to urge your representative to vote NO or not take it up for vote! tinyurl.com/hapf2m9r
NOT YET.
I remember kicking myself last year when I found out about PB Party too late. I made a vow to myself that I will definitely participate in 2026.
In 2025 I thought I was ready and now I realize I have much to learn.
So it's not NEVER. It's not a "No thanks, I'm moving on", it's Not Yet.
I remember kicking myself last year when I found out about PB Party too late. I made a vow to myself that I will definitely participate in 2026.
In 2025 I thought I was ready and now I realize I have much to learn.
So it's not NEVER. It's not a "No thanks, I'm moving on", it's Not Yet.
March 20, 2026 at 10:13 PM
NOT YET.
I remember kicking myself last year when I found out about PB Party too late. I made a vow to myself that I will definitely participate in 2026.
In 2025 I thought I was ready and now I realize I have much to learn.
So it's not NEVER. It's not a "No thanks, I'm moving on", it's Not Yet.
I remember kicking myself last year when I found out about PB Party too late. I made a vow to myself that I will definitely participate in 2026.
In 2025 I thought I was ready and now I realize I have much to learn.
So it's not NEVER. It's not a "No thanks, I'm moving on", it's Not Yet.
If at first you don't succeed, try, try again
March 13, 2026 at 4:43 AM
If at first you don't succeed, try, try again
You don't realize how much you've grown as a PB writer until you're reading a draft from 12 months ago <3 It's just a load full of resources here.
To find out more, visit www.12x12challenge.com/membership (Registration ends 2/15/26, so in a couple of hours 😅)
@12x12challenge.bsky.social
#12x12PB
To find out more, visit www.12x12challenge.com/membership (Registration ends 2/15/26, so in a couple of hours 😅)
@12x12challenge.bsky.social
#12x12PB
February 16, 2026 at 12:52 AM
You don't realize how much you've grown as a PB writer until you're reading a draft from 12 months ago <3 It's just a load full of resources here.
To find out more, visit www.12x12challenge.com/membership (Registration ends 2/15/26, so in a couple of hours 😅)
@12x12challenge.bsky.social
#12x12PB
To find out more, visit www.12x12challenge.com/membership (Registration ends 2/15/26, so in a couple of hours 😅)
@12x12challenge.bsky.social
#12x12PB
Another reminder we're only 31 days into 2026 ... ha
February 2, 2026 at 12:59 AM
Another reminder we're only 31 days into 2026 ... ha
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All told, it looks like the auction raised over $216,000 for Minnesota charities and organizations. Well done everyone!
January 31, 2026 at 4:48 AM
All told, it looks like the auction raised over $216,000 for Minnesota charities and organizations. Well done everyone!
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Book people showing up. Love it. ❤️ www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
Industry Insiders Raising Funds for Minnesotans in Need
Amid ICE’s violent crackdown, two publishing professionals have launched an online auction to benefit nonprofits providing aid to Minnesotans and immigrants. Around 500 items and services have been do...
www.publishersweekly.com
January 27, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Book people showing up. Love it. ❤️ www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
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If you're living somewhere outside the USA, one thing you can do is pressure your leaders to boycott World Cup and Olympic events here.
January 24, 2026 at 8:29 PM
If you're living somewhere outside the USA, one thing you can do is pressure your leaders to boycott World Cup and Olympic events here.