Joy Nelkin Wieder

Shout out to all the teachers on World Teachers Day from all my friends @kidlitcollective.bsky.social

It's World Animal Day! Congratulations to all my buddies @kidlitcollective.bsky.social for all their wonderful books featuring all kinds of animals!

The Mouse Who Loved Latkes - Joy Nelkin Wieders Portfolio When the Katz family moves in, C.J. Mouse is scared. But a delicious aroma lures C.J. out of his hiding hole. Nibbling jelly doughnut crumbs in the kitchen, he hears a soft voice say, “Hello.” C.J. wa...

Yes, I have them all listed on my website: jnwieder.com/books/the-mo...

We're new here so please give a follow! We are a group of kid lit authors and illustrators who have been together since 2018 supporting each other and others in the kid lit community.

We had a lovely launch day at Oktoberfest. Thanks to @silverunicornbooks.bsky.social for providing all the books!

Thanks, Marty! It was so nice to see a few familiar faces!

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THE MOUSE WHO LOVED LATKES | Kirkus Reviews When a family of Jewish cats move into a new apartment, the rodent who inhabits its walls withdraws to his mouse hole.

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THE REVIEWS ARE IN for THE MOUSE WHO LOVED LATKES! "Wieder’s lively text captures C.J.’s hopes and fears, accompanied by expressive illustrations that use varied perspectives to good effect. Kindness abounds in this holiday tale of unexpected friendship." Kirkus Reviews

I'm so excited that this book is now available! Happy Book Birthday to my board book, HANUKKAH 1-2-3! A First Counting Book illustrated by Aura Lewis

Thank you so much!!!

Even more to celebrate today as we highlight our very own @kidlitcollective.bsky.social's Gorgeous Grandmas! Happy Day @jnwieder.bsky.social @candacespizzirri.bsky.social @mollyruttan.bsky.social @nrpaulson.bsky.social and Charlotte Watson Sherman. #kidlit #kidlitart #EduSky #booksky

It's almost Passover! See The Passover Mouse spotted in the wild at Home Goods and a toy store in Florida. It makes a great gift for the kiddos! #passover #Passover2025 #PassoverisComing

HANUKKAH 1-2-3! Cover Reveal!!! - Pragmatic Mom url:https://www.pragmaticmom.com/2025/03/jhanukkah-1-2-3-cover-reveal/ Hey, friends, check out the cover reveal for a new board book by me & illustrated by @auralewis Thanks to @pragmaticmom for hosting! @KidLitCollectiv @fraserstephena @ABRAMSbooks

Thanks, friends!

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COVER REVEAL for my upcoming book: THE MOUSE WHO LOVED LATKES Please like, comment, and tag someone in your comment for a chance to win a signed copy when the book launches on Oct. 7, 2025! Pre-orders available now on Amazon. Winner will be announced on 3/26/25!

Kenzi ís cute, but I have sister kitties who adore each other!
#BWtoBF

Excited to announce 2 upcoming children's books in fall 2025! I'm the Author/Illustrator of a picture book, The Mouse Who Loves Latkes (Kar-Ben Fall 2025) and the Author of a board book, Hanukkah 1-2-3! A First Counting Book (Abrams Fall 2025), illustrated by Aura Lewis. Find me at jnwieder.com