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crystalsmithart.bsky.social
Happy #nationalbisonday! Those big lovable creatures you want to hug but are also very intimidating...🦬♥️

#bisonday #wildlifeart #kidlitart #kidlitartist #sciart #cankidlit #illustration
A bison lying in a field of yellow grass looking sleepy. He has two blue birds on his back and a heart is above them.
November 7, 2026 at 2:44 PM
debbieohi.com
Love this artistic tribute re: Sir Patrick Stewart by #CanKidLit illustrator @marielaurecouet.bsky.social. Marie-Laure Couët is also the Illustrator Coordinator for @scbwicanadaeast.bsky.social. #STTNG #StarTrek
November 4, 2026 at 1:18 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
#kidlit #CanKidLit
November 3, 2026 at 1:03 AM
nicoleallin.bsky.social
Here's hoping all of your Thanksgiving pie projects turn out tasty! Or at least edible!

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm Nicole Allin, a Vancouver-based illustrator open to new #kidlit projects (and I'm also seeking representation)!

🎨 www.allinart.net

#kidlitart #art #illustration #CanKidLit
A large family group is clustered around the youngest who is proudly holding up a large pie. The pie is an odd greenish yellow color and is emitting a large wafting stench. Everyone is trying to be very polite about the prospect of eating that pie. They're not managing all that well.
November 5, 2026 at 3:40 PM
debbieohi.com
I had to opt out of virtual #IReadCanadianDay read-alouds today because of unpredictable and LOUD renovation noises in the apt next to us. However, other #CanKidLit creators across the country are volunteering...browse the hashtag to see!
November 4, 2026 at 1:13 PM
debbieohi.com
Looking forward to meeting up with fellow #KidLit creators at the @scbwicanadaeast.bsky.social GTA Mingle today! Thanks to @ameyers333.bsky.social for organizing.

I continue to be grateful for the SCBWI Canada East Regional Team volunteers! www.scbwi.org/regions/cana... #CanKidLit
Screenshot of a web page header for SCBWI Canada: East. The logo features "SCBWI CANADA EAST" in green lettering with stylized graphics. Text on the right reads "Welcome to SCBWI Canada: East!" above paragraphs describing the organization's mission to support authors and illustrators, along with links for "Events", "Upcoming Events", "Get-Togethers", and "Digging Deeper Workshops".
November 7, 2026 at 1:41 PM
marielaurecouet.bsky.social
Hey #kidlitartpostcard.

Lining up projects for late winter! I take sweet or silly stories and add a layer of introspection that makes your book something kids ask questions about and parents want to read again.

#kidlit #cankidlit #kidlitart #STTNG #space #stars #nature #teacup #spaceship #StarTrek
Digital watercolor illustration of a black and red tea cup with four gold pips. The tea cup sits next to a Star Trek: The Next Generation comms badge, both on a thick glass table. The table is in a beige room with a vertical, oblong window. Outside the window you see one brightly shining star among millions in indigo-violet space. We are in the Captain's Quarters on the USS Enterprise because earlier this week, Sir Patrick Stewart, who played Captain Jean-Luc Picard in the TV show Star Trek: The Next Generation, died yesterday and I was so sad. On top of this illustration are contact details,"Marie-Laure, Picture Book Illustrator, ml.couet@gmail.com, marielaurecouet.myportfolio.com"
November 5, 2026 at 2:18 PM
erinalladin.bsky.social
I'll be there with the first-ever kids' gardening book to be featured at a National Garden Bureau book party: Wait Like a Seed. This picture book featuring milkweed and monarchs takes readers through the life cycle of a seed. #CanKidLit @pajamapress.bsky.social us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
A graphic promoting an Authors Talk Gardening Event on Thursday November 12, 2026 at 7 pm Eastern time features the cover image for the picture book Wait Like a Seed by Erin Alladin and Tara Anderson. Free to attend! Registration required.
November 6, 2026 at 2:46 PM
erinalladin.bsky.social
Ask Me Anything about Picture Books! Kidlit authors, put my years in the business to work and pick my professional brain at this month's office hours. #CankidLit #picturebook #author #authorsky #writersky www.eventbrite.com/e/2004287858...
Office Hours: Authors, Ask Me Anything about Picture Books
This session is an open Q&A session for authors and aspiring authors of picture books. Get clarity from a publishing professional!
www.eventbrite.com
November 5, 2026 at 8:06 PM
marielaurecouet.bsky.social
#kidlit #cankidlit #kidlitart
#illustrator #designer
#space #spaceship
#StarTrek #StarTrekTNG #sirpatrickstewart
Digital watercolor illustration of a black and red tea cup with four gold pips. The tea cup sits next to a Star Trek: The Next Generation comms badge, both on a thick glass table. The table is in a beige room with a vertical, oblong window. Outside the window you see one brightly shining star among millions in indigo-violet space. We are in the Captain's Quarters on the USS Enterprise because Sir Patrick Stewart, who played Captain Jean-Luc Picard in the TV show Star Trek: The Next Generation, died yesterday and I am so sad.
October 30, 2026 at 11:33 PM
svtworks.bsky.social
#pyi2026 made it to the empathy lecture and we are talking about Anne Shirley. Yay. Whew. Dvp was partially shut down. Mehhhhh. # cankidlit
October 24, 2026 at 2:06 PM
karenautio.bsky.social
📚👍Discover these top quality Fall 🇨🇦 #kidlit books!
@parentclub.bsky.social
@karenautio.bsky.social
@heathercamlot.bsky.social
@mahtabnarsimhan.bsky.social
@nikkibergstresser.bsky.social
@oksanna.bsky.social
@laurabontje.bsky.social
@Reganmacaulay
#CanKidLit #NewBooks #ChildrensBook #IReadCanadian
October 20, 2026 at 3:59 PM
debbieohi.com
SO wonderful to finally be able to hang out with the fabulous @charlenedraws.bsky.social in person! Restaurant ended up kicking us out so they could set up for dinner (we had so much fun we forgot about the time 🤣) #KidLitPals #CanKidLit
Two smiling people holding a pictute book in the street Both are wearing cool weather clothing
October 17, 2026 at 9:50 PM
crystalsmithart.bsky.social
A grove of aspen trees in the fall are just amazing colors—oranges and yellows that glow! 🍂🌟

➽ tinyurl.com/motheraspenb...

(Cover of "Mother Aspen" pb by Annette LeBox, art by me)
#kidlitart #kidlit #kidsbooks #kidsbook #cankidlit #illustration #fall
grove of aspen trees in the fall, bright oranges and reds. A fox and a squirrel hide out in the trees.
October 17, 2026 at 11:59 AM
jennifurart.bsky.social
I have two more book signings for 2026. This Sunday, I will be at Carlingwood Mall. I would love to see you there!
#CAPD, #Health, #wellness, #aging, #Education, #Disability, #InvisibleDisability, #KidLit, #CanKidLit, #ADHD, #Neurodiversity, #ChandraPasma, #AuditoryProcessingDisorder
October 16, 2026 at 7:02 PM
marielaurecouet.bsky.social
Last night I hosted a critique session for illustrator members of the @scbwi.bsky.social. Two people said they were finally attending because they had gained a bit of confidence and one said that they were concerned about getting started.

[Continued in comments]

#kidlit #kidlitart #cankidlit
Photo: Self-portrait as a baby in blue and brown chalk pastel for a weird project I've started.
October 16, 2026 at 1:42 PM
stephaniegibeault.bsky.social
Yay! I finally started an author newsletter. My first one will go out next week, and I would love it if you subscribed.

You'll stay current on my upcoming books, writing workshops, and conferences, signings, and other events.

I hope to see you in your inbox!
#kidlit #CanKidLit
October 13, 2026 at 6:42 PM
svtworks.bsky.social
#writingcommunity #kidlit #cankidlit
October 12, 2026 at 3:20 AM
svtworks.bsky.social
#cankidlit #writingcommunity yay!! isbn are for HUMAN work. NO AI thanks Library and Archives Canada
October 11, 2026 at 6:03 PM
nicolewalker.bsky.social
#cankidlit There’s still time to sign up for this if anyone is interested. The authors and illustrators who presented last year were wonderful.

I can’t believe I had let my membership lapse. They emailed to let me know!!! Automatic Renewal. This is a really great peer/mentor community for Cdns🇨🇦
canscaip.bsky.social The Canadian Society of Children's Authors, Illust & Performers. @canscaip.bsky.social · Jul 17
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Canada's community of children's writers, illustrators, performers and publishers gathers annually for PYI. We invite you to join us for this inspiring day of craft, business, and networking.

canscaip.org/PYI-Conference
REGISTRATION IS OPEN! CANSCAIP has hosted this highly regarded professional development conference for more than 40 years. Canada's community of children's writers, illustrators, performers and publishers gathers annually for PYI. We invite you to join us for this inspiring day of craft, business, and networking. https://canscaip.org/PYI-Conference
October 10, 2026 at 4:21 AM
debbieohi.com
Educators: One great way to help young readers discover new books to read is #SchoolVisits. Thanks to @parentclub.bsky.social for sharing how she discovers books to read, and how hosting an author visit can help inspire young readers. #CanKidLit #EduSky
School visits & book discovery with Caroline Fernandez
Thanks to author @parentclub.bsky.social for her insights!
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October 8, 2026 at 6:11 PM
charlenedraws.bsky.social
I am offering educators free 15-20min readings of HUG? (KidsCan Press) for I READ CANADIAN day on Nov 4. My availability is currently 11am-1pm (12-1230pm is booked).

Email me to book a slot! For more info pls see ireadcanadian.com/day/

#edusky #skybrarians #IReadCanadianDay #CanKidLit
image showing the cover of HUG? by Charlene Chua. Text reads Free readings. Free virtual readings by author-illustrator Charlene Chua for i Read Canadian day Nov 4. Limited spots.
October 8, 2026 at 3:34 PM
debbieohi.com
I'm Debbie Ridpath Ohi, #CanKidLit author & illustrator. Here's what I'm working on now. I am social blogging in the Atmosphere; browse this page for recent posts. See my Links page for news & blog list.

Want to show your support? Pls consider buying or posting about one of my books? Thank you! ♥️
An illustration of a smiling person with dark, shoulder-length hair, seated cross-legged on a stack of colourful books titled I Want to Read ALL the Books, Where Are My Books?, Sam & Eva, I'm Bored, Gurple and Preen, I'm Worried, and I Love to Read. The person holds a blue book to their chest. Next to them, a white dog with a blue collar holds another book in its mouth while sitting on a smaller stack of books. Text at the top right reads "Blogging in the Atmosphere: Debbieohi.com/links" and at the bottom right reads "@debbieohi."
October 4, 2026 at 12:10 PM
marielaurecouet.bsky.social
We just learned that my first picture book, Butterfly Sea, won a Reader's Favorite Illustration Award! We also won a Silver Medal in the Children: Coming of Age category! High fives to author @booksbycindy.bsky.social and to the @tielmourpress.bsky.social team!

#kidlit #cankidlit #kidlitart
Cover of picture book Butterfly Sea sporting a gold Reader's Favorite Illustration Award seal. The cover, illustrated in digital watercolor, is of two sisters, the younger one in underwear and a blue blanket, rests her head on her older's sister's lap. The older sister wears a blue t-shirt, pink floral pants, and a brown photographer's vest. There is an old camera hanging from her neck. The kids are Mi'kmaq. They sit in grass and flowers with the sea in the background.
October 2, 2026 at 2:03 PM
nicoleallin.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day, everyone! I'm Nicole Allin, a Vancouver-based illustrator open to new #kidlit projects spooky or otherwise in 2026 & 2027 (and who is also seeking representation)!

🎨 www.allinart.net

#kidlitart #art #illustration #CanKidLit
A group of trick or treaters trotting down a house's steps happily wave goodbye to the generous adult who just gave the kids a ton of candy. The kids are dressed as classic movie monsters- a witch, werewolf, Frankenstein, Dracula and a ghost- while the adult is wearing a classic slasher movie monster costume complete with hockey mask.
October 2, 2026 at 1:56 AM