Amy Houts

After Thanksgiving. I don’t like to rush through autumn, my fave season. How about you?

I’m thrilled! From the Midwest Book Review: Impressively original, cleverly imaginative, and a fun read from cover to cover, "In the Witch's House" is an especially and unreservedly recommended pick for family, elementary school, and community library picture book collections for children ages 5-8.

Holiday Sale: Country Colors, City Colors: A Retelling of the Aesop fable The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse by Betty Farber. Artist Ann Hogue’s amazing watercolors illuminate the beauty of both settings.

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Della Ross Ferreri, THE MOUSE BUFFET, A CHRISTMAS TREAT, and a GIVEAWAY EL: I am excited to host long-time kidlit friend, Della Ross Ferreri, today. Della always writes the most joyful and fun books, and A MOUSE BUFFET, A CHRISTMAS TREAT is no exception. This book is f…

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Happy book birthday to Mindy!

I had so much fun writing 4 "Curious About" books. They release from Amicus Books January 1, 2026! Presidents Day, Easter, Memorial Day, and Independence Day. Spark kids' curiosity with questions and answers about each holidays' significance, history, and celebrations.

So glad my book arrived in time, @ljrwritenow.bsky.social!

It's November, and do you know what that means?There's only 10 days left until This is Not a Sleepy Bear Book comes into this world! Woo hoo! I can "bearly" wait! 🥰🐻🦉🎵🎶#ThisisNotaSleepyBearBook @briangehrlein.bsky.social

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Have a happy (slightly scary, but sweet)
Halloween! From artist Berna Datema, author Amy Houts, and Monarch Educational Services LLC Boutique Press. Art from In the Witch's House. See link in comments.

Dominique Browning, our Co-Founder and Director, has been named to the 2025 #TIME100CLIMATE list, and we couldn't be more proud! The power of moms across the country is embodied in this award. #time100 #momsky #climatechange #globalwarming #climatecrisis

Four jack-o'-lanterns. One a scary face with big eyes and a big mouth. One a ghost. One a dragon from Wings of Fire. One Rock from I, Rock. Sitting in front of a fireplace in a dark room.

Our jack-o'-lanterns! A couple spooky ones, and a couple literary ones! The 4yo wanted a ghost (which I did for him), and also helped his dad carve a big scary face. The 10yo carved his own dragon from the Wings of Fire series! And finally, I did the nerdy thing and carved Rock from I, ROCK. 😆

Thank you, Christine!

Cover of the picture book In the Witch’s House. Scared little girl entering a creepy looking house.

Yay!! I won a digital copy of @amyhouts.bsky.social adorable #PB In the Witch’s House!🧙🎉

Thank you Amy, @authorhmacht.bsky.social, and @literallylynne.bsky.social, for a wonderful #SeasonsOfKidlit October event!

Thank you, Kim!! 🎃🧙‍♀️

I am thrilled to share my cover reveal for Sun, Moon, and Star! Retold and illustrated by your truly. Coming Feb 24, 2026. Published by Holiday House Books 📚

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Happy you won, Laura! Your book is in the mail!

Today the Winners were announced for #SeasonsOfKidlit for all the amazing giveaways & I’m excited to have won @amyhouts.bsky.social new book IN THE WITCH’S HOUSE 👇🏽 #booksky

Congratulations! such an honor.

Spooky Season, Toddler Edition + Book Giveaway! Simple, sensory-based Halloween activities that engage, soothe, and celebrate the fun of the season.

Spooky Season, Toddler Edition + Book Giveaway!
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In the Witch's House by Amy Houts Discover the latest children's books—picture books, middle grade, young adult and more

The "Bookworms for Kids" blog reviewed my new Halloween book! You'll love the conversational style and detailed information (but no spoilers!) Tonja shared--perfect for parents and librarians to make good decisions. www.bookwormforkids.com/2025/10/in-w...

Congrats! 🥳

Everything you need to know to create a great experience apple picking with young children! See my newsletter at amyhouts.substack.com. #kidsactıvıtıes #fallactivities #autumnactivities #appleorchard

It is! ☺️ Thank you, Penny.

Reader's Favorite gave such a detailed review and 5 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ for my new not-so-scary #Halloween #picturebook In the Witch's House!

Thanks for reposting!

Trick or Treat with Amy Houts! Hi readers, writers, and haunted house lovers of all kinds! We're thrilled to celebrate the day with the incredible Amy Houts - author of over 100 books! She's here with us sharing her new book with M...

www.seasonsofkidlit.com/post/trick-o... My new #Halloween #picturebook is featured on the #SeasonsOfKidlit blog today! #giveaway #autumn Thank you, @AuthorHMacht @Literally_Lynne!

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Pope Leo Calls for Unity on Climate at a Divided Moment

Pope Leo calls for Unity on Climate at a Divided Moment. Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/01/w...

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