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Brooke Baum

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🌟 2025 #PBRisingStars Mentee 🎨 #kidlit author-illustrator πŸ“š Former children's bookseller and school librarian 😴 Current tired mom πŸ€“ Self-taught and still self-teaching Represented by Marissa Brown at Pippin Properties brookebaum.com

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I found this handy dandy chart! It seems like our standard numbers maybe evolved from Western Arabic origins and the numbers on your watch are Eastern Arabic?

Also, this is new information to me! I just recognized the numbers on your watch as Arabic!

06.03.2026 00:04 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Those are Arabic numerals :)

05.03.2026 23:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Watercolor and colored pencil illustration of a cute anthropomorphic fox in a cottage kitchen wearing a yellow sweater standing on a step stool with a mixing bowl. A little bluebird stands on a tipped over flour jar pointing accusingly at the goldfish on the counter. Illustration from the picture book Hazel & Herbert by Alexandra Thompson | Putnam 2026.

Watercolor and colored pencil illustration of a cute anthropomorphic fox in a cottage kitchen wearing a yellow sweater standing on a step stool with a mixing bowl. A little bluebird stands on a tipped over flour jar pointing accusingly at the goldfish on the counter. Illustration from the picture book Hazel & Herbert by Alexandra Thompson | Putnam 2026.

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! My name is Alexandra and I’m a Maine based author & illustrator making books for kiddos.
See more of my work at alexandraco.com | Rep’d by Hannah Mann at Writers House.
#kidlit #kidlitartist

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Hi #KidLitArtPostcard! I’m Adriane and I enjoy illustrating joyful and nostalgic scenes that bring child-like wonder to life. I am available for picture books, board books, and covers!

πŸ’« Rep’d by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
jmcgowan@bookendsliterary.com

🌈 adrianetsai.com

#kidlit #illustration

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I am the only one who seems to hear the lights and the refrigerator, or smell all of the perfumes. 🫠

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Me: I don’t really think I’m neurodivergent.

Also me: Why are the lights so loud?

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A young scuba diver is surprised by a school of very, very, very LARGE fish.

A young scuba diver is surprised by a school of very, very, very LARGE fish.

It's #KidLitArtPostcard day! Hello everyone!

I'm Nicole Allin, a Vancouver-based illustrator open to new #kidlit projects in 2026 (and I'm also seeking representation)!

🎨 www.allinart.net

#kidlitart #illustration #CanKidLit

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Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm an author/illustrator seeking representation for picture books and board books, I have a few dummys ready to roll and I make mini books for fun, this is my hot dog bug from Bugs Standing on Rocks Holding Things. Let's work together! www.jackie-thomson.com #kidlitart

05.03.2026 17:11 β€” πŸ‘ 42    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! ✨
I get hit with a bad flu last week, it was horrible 🫠 Thankfully I’m feeling better now.
🎨 deeclarade.com
#kidlit #kidlitpostcard

05.03.2026 11:57 β€” πŸ‘ 52    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A yeti with a scarf and orange beanie slides across the room in a dance pose. His scarf trails behind him, wrapping itself into a hand-drawn "whoosh". In the background, there are dance paraphernalia, including a spoof of Dirty Dancing but with unicorns (Unicorns Dancing), a unicorn version of a Degas ballet painting, and dance books (e.g. Tutu Fast, Tutu Furious).

A yeti with a scarf and orange beanie slides across the room in a dance pose. His scarf trails behind him, wrapping itself into a hand-drawn "whoosh". In the background, there are dance paraphernalia, including a spoof of Dirty Dancing but with unicorns (Unicorns Dancing), a unicorn version of a Degas ballet painting, and dance books (e.g. Tutu Fast, Tutu Furious).

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Steph, an author-illustrator and former pastry chef from CA. This image is from my debut picture book, The Abominable Snow Dancer, which came out 4 months ago!

I like:
🍦 ice cream
πŸ¦„ funny books
πŸ‘ drawing butts

www.stephlaubooks.com
Rep: @allielevick.bsky.social

05.03.2026 17:56 β€” πŸ‘ 55    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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hi #kidlitartpostcard! 🫢

my name is Sally Chen and I’m a queer, nonbinary, Chinese American published #illustrator (A Song for Nolan, 2024) and looking to be author! ✏️

I ❀️ stories about home, love, social justice, and more!

looking for a literary agent :)

πŸ’Œ salpalc@gmail.com
🌐 www.salpalc.art

05.03.2026 15:28 β€” πŸ‘ 44    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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#kidlitartpostcard day!
I’m a children’s illustrator and author based in France, I love rich colours and lush textures and using all kinds of media βœοΈπŸ–οΈπŸ©΅

Portfolio: Loddelina.com
Repβ€˜ed by: Hen&ink Literary Studio

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Where did you get this picture of me? πŸ˜‚

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Hello Art Directors, Editors, and Book Designers!
If you're looking for whimsical and colorful illustrations for children's books, look no further! #kidlitartpostcard! πŸ“šβœ¨

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#Kidlitartpostcard March! πŸ€ I'm Ronni Runyon, an illustrator that looks to capture the small moments in life and make them magical. I would love to work on picture books, board books, middle grade etc. I am seeking representation!

ronnirunyonillustration.com

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Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m an author-illustrator for children’s books. I love to draw color, texture, and whimsy 🩷 Available for PBs & board books!

Rep’d by @thejordache.bsky.social at JABberwocky Literary Agency @awfulagent.bsky.social

britspixels.com
#kidlitart #cuteart #illustration

05.03.2026 16:59 β€” πŸ‘ 75    πŸ” 11    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A bear and a rabbit read together

A bear and a rabbit read together

Oh, apparently it’s also #WorldBookDay!?

So…Happy World Book Day!! #kidlit #kidlitart

05.03.2026 18:56 β€” πŸ‘ 17    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
An illustration of six middle school aged children in a year book. The page has been doodled on

An illustration of six middle school aged children in a year book. The page has been doodled on

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day!

I’m Brooke Baum and I’m an author/illustrator represented by Marissa Brown at Pippin Properties! I’m open to PB, CB & GN projects! See more at brookebaum.com

In school, were you the:

🀑 Class Clown
πŸ… Athlete
🎭 Theater Kid
πŸŽ“ Smarty Pants
πŸ‘½ Oddball

…or something else!

05.03.2026 07:32 β€” πŸ‘ 84    πŸ” 17    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
Kidlitart postcard illustration of a giant ball of wool with several cats climbing on it and tangled up in it.

Kidlitart postcard illustration of a giant ball of wool with several cats climbing on it and tangled up in it.

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day!

I have wool (and cats) on the brain just now!

See more of my work here:
🌐 NicolaSchofield.com

I'm repped by the fantastic @sallymkim.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

#kidlitart #illustration

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Happy World Book Day! πŸ“šβœ¨..and #KidLitArtPostcard day!

I love children's books, how they foster early learning, literacy, and cognitive skills whilse expanding imagination.

I remember reading books to my daughter every night. Bonding and share enjoyable books.

#worldbookday2026 #kidlitartist

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Thank you!

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Sameeee

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We love a smarty pantsπŸ€—

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HappyΒ #KidLitArtPostcardΒ Day!

I am available for illustration projects and I have several book dummies available on request. You can contact me or my agentΒ @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social
@bradfordagents.bsky.social

#KidLit

05.03.2026 11:46 β€” πŸ‘ 68    πŸ” 11    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy March’s #kidlitartpostcard day!Is it perfect time to celebrate Spring yet?
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Dear art directors and editors, I’m Biva, a Vietnamese illustrator based in UK. I’m currently open for picture book project! If you have a whimsical and cosy one in mind, let’s connect!

05.03.2026 10:13 β€” πŸ‘ 125    πŸ” 21    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A group of faces colored red, yellow, purple and green frown at the viewer with THE REJECTIONS written in red above and NO NO NO NO NO under them. 

Author/Illustrator
BrianKirbyStudio.com

Represented by Kaitlyn Sanchez
Bradford Literary Agency

A group of faces colored red, yellow, purple and green frown at the viewer with THE REJECTIONS written in red above and NO NO NO NO NO under them. Author/Illustrator BrianKirbyStudio.com Represented by Kaitlyn Sanchez Bradford Literary Agency

HappyΒ #KidLitArtPostcardΒ Day! Don’t let rejections get you down. πŸ˜‰

I’m Brian, I write and draw picture books. See what I’m up to at briankirbystudio.com.

I’m represented by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social
@bradfordagents.bsky.social

05.03.2026 12:11 β€” πŸ‘ 92    πŸ” 21    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 1
EmitΓ‘, a seven year old girl, opens the door to Memoria’s chambers. The setting is Ancient Greece. EmitΓ‘ is one of the the Moirai, the Fates, and any other deities that control destiny that appear in world mythologies. She is an original character and this is the title page spread for Warriors of Virtue (the graphic novel).

EmitΓ‘, a seven year old girl, opens the door to Memoria’s chambers. The setting is Ancient Greece. EmitΓ‘ is one of the the Moirai, the Fates, and any other deities that control destiny that appear in world mythologies. She is an original character and this is the title page spread for Warriors of Virtue (the graphic novel).

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I’m Mili and I am seeking representation.

I decided to turn Warriors of Virtue (my fantasy novel series) into a graphic novel, too. This image is from the proposal I’m working on.

Stay tuned!

artofmili.ca

#F #KidLitArt #YA #MG #ConceptArt #Mythology

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An illustration of six middle school aged children in a year book. The page has been doodled on

An illustration of six middle school aged children in a year book. The page has been doodled on

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day!

I’m Brooke Baum and I’m an author/illustrator represented by Marissa Brown at Pippin Properties! I’m open to PB, CB & GN projects! See more at brookebaum.com

In school, were you the:

🀑 Class Clown
πŸ… Athlete
🎭 Theater Kid
πŸŽ“ Smarty Pants
πŸ‘½ Oddball

…or something else!

05.03.2026 07:32 β€” πŸ‘ 84    πŸ” 17    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
A middle-grade-aged girl wearing glasses, jeans and a frog-covered sweater holds a copy of Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile and looks suspicious as she eyes the door of the library behind her. The door is ajar and a sign on it reads "Missing: Librarian." 
The text on the postcard reads "Michael Dashow, mdashow-kidlitart.carrd.co, repped by Vicky Weber @ CMA."

A middle-grade-aged girl wearing glasses, jeans and a frog-covered sweater holds a copy of Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile and looks suspicious as she eyes the door of the library behind her. The door is ajar and a sign on it reads "Missing: Librarian." The text on the postcard reads "Michael Dashow, mdashow-kidlitart.carrd.co, repped by Vicky Weber @ CMA."

Hi again #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm not sure how I found time to draw & paint this month... It's a mystery (not unlike the situation in this illo! πŸ”πŸΈ)

I'm repped by @vickyweberbooks.bsky.social

See more work at mdashow-kidlitart.carrd.co

#kidLitArt #library #mystery #childrensillustration

05.03.2026 06:52 β€” πŸ‘ 92    πŸ” 17    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 0

Friendly reminder that tomorrow is #kidlitartpostcard day! Make sure to use the correct hashtag for maximum reach. I will be scrolling.✨

πŸ’™β€οΈ

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