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katchowrites.bsky.social
Wanted to do something positive today, so I made a starter pack of Diverse Kidlit creators and industry professionals! #diversekidlit #starterpack #diversifyyourshelves #weneeddiversebooks
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January 20, 2025 at 6:12 PM
katchowrites.bsky.social
Had to start a second list because there were so many amazing diverse kidlit creators and publishing professionals I found! #starterpack #diversekidlit #weneeddiversebooks #diversifyyourshelves
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January 20, 2025 at 10:37 PM
drewwbailey.bsky.social
#queerauthor #picturebookauthor #kidlit
#diversekidlit #queerbooks
March 27, 2026 at 9:41 AM
kidlitedna.com
Maybe not the best time to start? But if not now, then when? I'm starting a feed for Diverse Kid Lit (I have the laid the ground work). Starting slowly w/ this starterpack. DM if wanna be in it.

(TY for the sage advice, @debbieohi.com!) Happy Thanksgiving, all! #DiverseKidLit

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November 28, 2024 at 2:33 AM
tamlatyoung.bsky.social
We got a Kirkus Review 🙌🏾✨ Check out the full review here: www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews... #kidlit #canlit #debutpicturebook #diversekidlit
April 3, 2025 at 12:08 AM
12x12challenge.bsky.social
Do you write bilingual/multilingual #picturebooks?

#12x12PB has a forum just for YOU! Elves @professoraixa.bsky.social & @rachelfunez.bsky.social are here to help you improve your manuscripts in your language.
Join now: www.12x12challenge.c...
#weneeddiversebooks #kidlit #bilingual #diversekidlit
January 28, 2025 at 8:39 PM
leahschanke.bsky.social
Starter pack of #diversekidlit creators. Thank you @katchowrites.bsky.social !
#starterpack #ownvoices
katchowrites.bsky.social Kat Cho @katchowrites.bsky.social · Jan 20
Wanted to do something positive today, so I made a starter pack of Diverse Kidlit creators and industry professionals! #diversekidlit #starterpack #diversifyyourshelves #weneeddiversebooks
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January 20, 2025 at 6:19 PM
tamlatyoung.bsky.social
How did you celebrate CIBD 2025? 📚 I celebrated my debut PB, Ready, Set, Mango!🥭ill. by Raz Latif in the most epic way—at TO’s Black-Owned Indie Bookstore, A Different Booklist. Y’all, it was perfect☺️🫶🏾 I have so much gratitude.🥹 My heart is full!❤️ #CIBD2025 #kidlit #canlit #diversekidlit #TOLitUp
April 30, 2025 at 12:24 PM
ericalyons.bsky.social
Exactly two weeks (September 1
3, 2024) until ON A CHARIOT OF FIRE, written by me, illustrated by Siona Benjamin, published by Levine Querido, is out in the world! I can’t wait! #kidlit #picturebooks #kidlitart #diversekidlit #childrensbooks #jewishkidlitjoy
August 19, 2024 at 11:54 PM
anitab.bsky.social
Our new picture book cover
Boys Don’t Cry
Written by Husna Rahman

#KidLitArt
#illustrator
#kidlit
#diversekidlit
August 4, 2024 at 9:09 PM
gitaralleigh.bsky.social
Lovely to see SAILFest make @thebookseller.com news round up!
www.thebookseller.com/news/sail-fe...

Read our Annual Report here:
bit.ly/4giAZvV

Book for SAILFest 2025 here:
www.sailfest.org.uk/sailfest2025

#kidlit #kidlituk #representation #diversekidlit #weneeddiversebooks #ukkidlit
SAIL Fest returns in collaboration with Tate Publishing
SAIL Fest (the South Asian Illustration and Literature Festival) is set to return for a second year.
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September 9, 2025 at 7:15 AM
kidlitedna.com
Steadily growing this Starter Pack for #DiverseKidLitCreators from recommends and requests.=)
Planning on converting this to a feed this month. If you're a diverse kid lit author and/or illustrator who would like to be part of this starter pack, DM me. Thanks!
#DiverseKidLit

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December 3, 2024 at 2:59 AM
worldkidlit.bsky.social
On day 5 of #WorldKidLitMonth, librarian Annie Harris on diverse kid lit characters in middle grade fiction by Scottish authors #diversekidlit #neurodiversity #autism #weneeddiversebooks
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#WorldKidLit Month 2025: Neurodiversity and Identity in Scottish Middle Grade Fiction
Today’s #WorldKidLit Month post is by Annie Harris. As a librarian, I see a lot of trends in the publication of children’s literature, including historical fiction (especially WWII), graphic …
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September 23, 2025 at 12:10 PM
tamlatyoung.bsky.social
How did you celebrate World Book Day on Apr 23rd? 🌍📚 I got to celebrate my debut picture book, Ready, Set, Mango!🥭 in the most epic way—with my school community. 🏫 Truly special, y’all ☺️🫶🏾 #worldbookday #kidlit #canlit #ownvoices #diversekidlit
April 26, 2025 at 10:53 AM
ejkf.bsky.social
What a beautiful exhibit at the Brooklyn Public Library of the #EJKBookmaking program! Have you seen it? We want to see! Share your pictures!

@nycschools.bsky.social #Educators #Librarians #kidlit #WeNeedDiverseBooks #DiverseKidLit
May 20, 2025 at 5:32 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
Check out this new #middlegrade novel, SUMMER AT SQUEE, by the incredible @andreaywang.bsky.social!

#MG #kidlit #summercamp #readingcommunity #writingcommunity #bookrecommendation #readingrecommendation #kidsbooks #childrensbooks #teachers #librarians #parents #friendship #diversekidlit
March 26, 2024 at 9:08 PM
worldkidlit.bsky.social
If you want to start exploring international children's literature ... the 2025 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award nominees list is a great place to start!*

alma.se/en/nominatio...

* so is our website 😊

#ALMA #AstridLindgren #WorldKidLit #diverseKidLit #translation #inclusiveKidLit #ReadTheWorld
Nominated candidates 2025
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October 17, 2024 at 6:45 PM
bysonjathomas.bsky.social
Can't wait to moderate the conversation with authors Derrick Barnes & Jose Pimienta this Sat, Nov 8 at the Portland Book Festival. Gabbie (pictured with me) says unfortunately she won't see you there. She loves books but humans not so much 😹

@literary-arts.org #diversekidlit #mglit #pdxbookfest
Literary Arts Portland Book Festival. Lost & Found: Derrick Barnes & Jose Pimienta moderated by Sonja Thomas 2PM at the Judy. Book covers of the Incredibly Human Henson Blayze by Derrick Barnes & Halfway to Somewhere by Jose Pimienta.
November 6, 2025 at 10:49 PM
sarahsteinbacher.bsky.social
**Like/share for a chance to win RITU IN THE SUN!**

Read my #interview with @monizahossain.bsky.social at www.sarahsteinbacher.com/blog/intervi...

Up next, Olivia A. Cole on 5/19.

#picturebooks #kidlit #author #kidlitauthors #diversekidlit #representationmatters #colorism #BeAnAmbassador #booksky
Against a yellow background with sun watermarks, the title reads: “RITU Shines Brightly.” Below the title to the left is a large image of the cover of Moniza Hossain’s picture book RITU IN THE SUN. To the right of the book are 3 starred reviews, each with the reviewer’s icon. The top review from Kirkus says: “a joyful and tender story of building understanding and generational bonds.” The middle review from Booklist says: “[a] lyrical exploration of colorism and self-acceptance through the gentle eyes of a young child.” The bottom review from Horn Book says: “the lyrical text offers a shift in perspective that comes with love and understanding.” All three reviews are listed as a “Starred review” with a red star. Below the reviews at the bottom right is a quote from Moniza that reads: "Children are so varied in their needs and interests, and it’s so important for books to be equally varied so that every child is catered to. ~Moniza Hossain." At the bottom left is “Exclusive Interview” with an arrow pointing to: https://www.sarahsteinbacher.com/blog/interview-moniza-hossain
May 15, 2026 at 3:14 PM
literallycultured.bsky.social
🚨Check out these #diversechildrensbooks hitting shelves February 2025! #literallycultured #picturebooks 🥳
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#childrensbooks #storytime #diversekidlit #diversebooksforkids #readingteacher #weneeddiversebooks #childrensbook
February 1, 2025 at 4:01 AM
kidlitworks.bsky.social
This Kirkus Review is just peachy! Read the full review at: www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews... PEACHES by Gabriele Davis and Illustrator Kim Holt. Preorder this book at your favorite bookstore. It releases May 7 from Abrams Books for Young Readers.
#KidLitWorks #peachcobbler #diversekidlit
April 8, 2024 at 1:45 PM
sarahsteinbacher.bsky.social
***Like & share this post for a chance to win a copy of MUSIC OF THE BELLS.***

Read my #interview with Anitha at www.sarahsteinbacher.com/blog/intervi...

Up next, Deborah Freedman on 5/1 & Jenna Elyse Johnson on 5/4.

#kidlit #kidlitauthors #picturebooks #diversekidlit #representation #booksky
Against a decorative background with a sari watermark, the title reads: “Reviews for MUSIC OF THE BELLS.” On the left is a large image of the cover of Anitha Robinson’s picture book, MUSIC OF THE BELLS. To the left of the book are 2 reviews, each with the reviewer’s icon. The top review from School Library Journal says: “a warm, culturally rich story of identity and belonging.” The bottom review from Kirkus says: “a thoughtful take on bridging cultures and expressing emotions through art.” Below the reviews on the right over a bell shape is a quote from Anitha that reads: "[B]ooks that showcase diverse, multicultural characters [show] children that regardless of how we look or what part of the world we live in, we still have a lot in common. ~Anitha Robinson." At the bottom left is “Exclusive Interview” with an arrow pointing to: https://www.sarahsteinbacher.com/blog/interview-anitha-robinson
April 27, 2026 at 1:31 PM
kidlitworks.bsky.social
Kirkus Reviews Author Marzieh Abbas and Illustrator Bhagya Madanasinghe's AWE-SAMOSAS! It’s available Tuesday, March 26. #picturebooks #pb #kidlitworks #kidlit #picturebooklove #awesamosas #samosas #BIPOC #diversekidlit
March 22, 2024 at 7:41 PM
kidlitworks.bsky.social
We’re celebrating Awe-Samosas! today! Congratulations Marzieh Abbas and Bhagya Madanasinghe. Find a copy at your favorite bookstore or request it at your library. #picturebooks #pb #kidlitworks #kidlit #picturebooklove #awesamosas #samosas #BIPOC #diversekidlit
March 26, 2024 at 10:16 AM
monicamancillas.bsky.social
Tune in to this free webinar on Diverse Voices Wednesday, July 9th at 2pm EST. Copy and paste link below to register.

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#bookthreads #diversevoices #kidlit #diversekidlit #mónicamancillas
Info flier for Diverse Voices Webinar. Text reads: Tell me more. Free webinar. Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 2pm E.T. Beneath are pictures of six book covers and headshots of each other followed by brief descriptions of each book.
July 8, 2025 at 12:27 PM