Brenda Maier

Thanks to the Childrens Book Council for selecting IN THE DARK, the newest Adventures of Penguin and Panda graphic novel for young readers, for their October HOT OFF THE PRESS LIST! The books aren’t just fun to read—they’re a blast to write! cbcbooks.org/readers/sear... @marblepress.bsky.social

If you’re an author or illustrator, find a group of like-minded people who challenge you. These ladies aren’t just critique partners; they’re cherished brunch buddies, secret keepers, and co-counselors. 🩷🩷🩷@valerielawson.bsky.social @catrenlamb.bsky.social
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If you’re in San Diego this week, check out the free programming organized by the Children’s Book Council and the SD Central Library! Join us 7/25 at 10am PT for a graphic novel panel. @sandiegocomic-con.bsky.social @marblepress.bsky.social @cbcbooks.bsky.social www.cbcbooks.org/2025/07/11/c...

Thanks to the @cbcbooks.bsky.social /Children’s Book Council for sponsoring this free event at this year’s San Diego Comic Con!! You can find the Cartoons to Comics panel at the San Diego Library July 25 at 10 am. We’ll do a signing directly afterwards. @sandiegocomic-con.bsky.social

@rabbitholekc.bsky.social

I had just enough time to explore The Rabbit Hole in KC today. I love that readers can actually interact with the exhibits! So much fun to see classic stories brought to life.

Had a lovely dinner and several chats with these wonderful women from @watermarkbooks.bsky.social in Wichita. See you in the fall, Erin and Kassandra!

Yeah, I was really relating to those mushrooms until…well, you know. 😉🤣

My favorite books from this library visit are also great mentor texts. Most Unexpected Ending goes to MONTY AND THE MUSHROOMS by @devpetty.bsky.social and Jared Chapman. Best Page Turn goes to THE DRAGON SLAYER by Tatyana Feeney. #KidLit @kidscanpress.bsky.social @simonandschuster.bsky.social

Congratulations Kelly and Tonya! 🎊

Thanks for the Small Business Saturday deal on books, @watermarkbooks.bsky.social !
And for that person you don’t know what to get? Trust me. They want books. 😉

Me too!

Congratulations on your contract!

I love MABEL WANTS A FRIEND!! @arielbbooks.bsky.social @marcrosenthal.bsky.social

Hey Wichita readers and teachers! I’ll be at Watermark Books on Saturday, November 30 at 10am for a free story time! @watermarkbooks.bsky.social

Thanks, Rachel. 😊

On Powwow Day is one of my faves!!

Cover of children's book At Our Table by Patrick Hulse with art by Madelyn Goodnight. Diverse group of smiling children and adults seated around a table with a golden yellow plaid tablecloth. Table is set and dishes are being passed around.

AT OUR TABLE by Patrick Hulse w/art by Madelyn Goodnight is an updated, inclusive take on the Thanksgiving holiday for young readers, who will see themselves, their families & traditions represented while also acknowledging & honoring the Indigenous peoples for whom it may be painful. #kidlit 📚👍

Thanks for sharing the latest Penguin and Panda graphic novel, Lori. 😊 I hope readers have as much fun reading them as I did writing them! #friendshipstories @marblepress.bsky.social

Yes! You know Magic City Books?! They are where I send people for signed copies of my books. They are super involved and connected in the community and do tons of events.

Totally understandable. There has been a lot going on lately…
I’m binging anything with a happily ever after right now.

That must’ve been so cool! Unfortunately for me, I’m 8 hours away from them.
I was really impressed with their kidlit selection! 📚

It’s true! They’re such kind and well-read people! 💙

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I love this book!!

It's Time for the Sibert Smackdown!
Introduce students to great nonfiction titles that may win the ALA Youth Media Award's Sibert Medal.
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#edusky #kidlit #kidslovenonfiction

Happy Book Birthday!!

Do I work at the best school or what?! FOUR staff members surprised me by dressing as Penguin and Panda for Book Character Day! On top of that, they really had the characters down!! 🎊@marblepress.bsky.social

Because you and Trevor are awesome! 😉

#Oklahoma friends, if you have young kids or grandkids who love books, you should check out @brendamaier.bsky.social this weekend. Her books are perfect if you're looking for some early Christmas gifts!
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