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Heidi Yates

@heidikyates.bsky.social

Author, illustrator & nature photographer. #SCBWI | #12x12PB | #PBChat '21 mentee Rep'd by Elisa Houot at The Seymour Agency

1,127 Followers  |  1,393 Following  |  155 Posts  |  Joined: 11.10.2023
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The Puffin Who Whispered flying in 7/28/2026! A story about daring to reach out without changing who you are inside, even if you’re a very soft-spoken puffin. @rochhercka.bsky.social #newpicturebooks #2026picturebooks #puffins #LawleyPublishing #kidlit #schoolLibrarian

26.01.2026 20:35 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Writing Communities with Julie Hedlund! Podcast Episode Β· Book Friends Forever Podcast Β· 02/13/2026 Β· 1h 7m

I am so thrilled to be this week’s guest on the Book Friends Forever podcast with Alvina Ling & Grace Lin! We talked about writing communities. My fave topic! #kidlit #kidlitart podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...

14.02.2026 03:34 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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There's so much to love about #12x12PB, especially the supportive writing community! It's not too late to join us for 2026 (Registration ends 2/15/26). Hope to see you there!

To find out more about 12x12, go to:
www.12x12challenge.com/membership

@12x12challenge.bsky.social #kidlit

13.02.2026 15:19 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Behind the Scenes: β€œSocial Media for Authors: How to Show Up Online Without Losing Your Mind” by Kristin Tobias Today’s guest blogger, Kristin Tobias, has some valuable tips and strategies for us! Kristin is founder ofΒ ScendaΒ and a social media strategist for authors likeΒ Caitlin DeLems. Caitlin and Kristin …

Today's guest blog post features πŸ‘‰informative and actionable tips for authors and illustrators πŸ‘ from social media strategist KristinTobias at Scenda Social.
bethandersonwriter.com/2026/01/30/b...

30.01.2026 16:29 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you, Lynn! β€οΈπŸ˜ƒ

09.01.2026 02:52 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you, Janice! πŸ˜ƒ

08.01.2026 04:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you so much! πŸ₯°

08.01.2026 03:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I’m so excited to share the cover of my debut book, available for pre-order now! Yana’s illustrations couldn’t be any cuter! πŸ₯°

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08.01.2026 01:57 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 5
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One of my favorite gifts. 2025 was good to me! 🎁
#writerslife #happynewyear

31.12.2025 20:12 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Looking forward to #storystorm, one of my favorite writing events of the year!

28.12.2025 19:49 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Hello! πŸ‘‹

05.11.2025 23:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you, Ramya!

02.11.2025 23:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you, Laura! ❀️

02.11.2025 18:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Good luck, Tara!

02.11.2025 05:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you, Jilanne!

02.11.2025 02:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Many thanks to my amazing agent @elisahouot at The Seymour Agency, editor Liz Schleisman at @beamingbooksmn, mentor @joshfunkbooks, critique partners, friends, and family! I'm incredibly grateful for your support! πŸ€—

01.11.2025 18:36 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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I'm so thrilled to announce my debut book MONSTER MANNERS, illustrated by the talented @yana_kozak_illustrator, is coming Fall 2026!

πŸ₯³ This is a dream come true! πŸŽ‰

01.11.2025 18:36 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1

Congratulations, Eric! πŸŽ‰

18.10.2025 14:44 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Wonderful news! Congratulations, Benson!

03.10.2025 04:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Anyone know how to request #Libby to pre-order an author's book (if possible)?

28.09.2025 00:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mining for Heart in the Absence of Compassion: WORTHY: THE BRAVE AND CAPABLE LIFE OF JOSEPH PIERCE by Andrea Wang Author Andrea Wang’s latest book is beautiful in text and art, and at the same time heartbreaking and inspiring. The path to the heart of WORTHY: THE BRAVE AND CAPABLE LIFE OF JOSEPH PIERCE s…

Mining for Heart in the Absence of Compassion: WORTHY: THE BRAVE AND CAPABLE LIFE OF JOSEPH PIERCE by @andreaywang.bsky.social .πŸ“•πŸ©· Don't miss this post and GIVEAWAY!
#edusky @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @levinequerido.bsky.social #Chinese #educators #librarians
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Picture of mad scientist, dancing waterbed with cane, frankenstien's monster, glowing Tesla coil.

Picture of mad scientist, dancing waterbed with cane, frankenstien's monster, glowing Tesla coil.

Twice a month School of Visual Storytelling hosts a FREAKY FRIDAY DRAW-ALONG. I co-hosted with Lee White recently and the subject was "Weird Science".

Super fun, and definitely the only way I'd ever draw a dancing waterbear with top hat and cane!

20.09.2025 19:04 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Wonderful! Congratulations, Amber!

16.09.2025 00:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

That’s awesome! ❀️

15.09.2025 02:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Did you find @justincolonbooks.bsky.social new book, The ZOMBEES? It’s great!

15.09.2025 01:24 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Oh yay! I can’t wait to see your recommendations. I love Halloween books!

15.09.2025 00:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Well-loved stuffies, holders of childhood truths, featured in new book Children’s book author and illustrator Sophie Blackall asked readers for photos of their stuffed animals. She got hundreds, most with moving backstories.

What a lovely way to connect with your readers β€” BEFORE your book is published.
#SophieBlackall #AnnieBarrows
#kidlit #picturebooks #PBIllustrator

15.09.2025 00:33 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This clip made me want to check the book out. πŸ˜„

11.09.2025 21:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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You donut want to miss this sweet new Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast book by my mentor @joshfunkbooks.bsky.social and Brendan Kearney!
Happy #bookbirthday ! 🍩πŸ₯³πŸŽ‰

09.09.2025 17:08 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

I love this, Jack! ❀️

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