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Kat Fajardo

@katfcomix.bsky.social

National bestselling & award-winning cartoonist. Creator of MISS QUINCES (out now!) (Scholastic Graphix) and illustrator of THE KIDS IN MRS Z'S CLASS. Rep. Linda Camacho (She/they) ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆโ™พ๏ธ ๐ŸŒˆ www.katfajardo.com ๐ŸŒˆ linktr.ee/katfcomix (โฌ…๏ธ Preorder link)

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Oh! Thank you so much, that would be wonderful! ๐Ÿ˜„

22.08.2025 02:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A throwback to some portraits I've made in the past, featuring inspiring book people!! Just a reminder that throughout June-Sept I'm offering portrait commissions, with all proceeds dedicated toward helping Raja and her family find food, shelter, and safety. Link in bio~

15.08.2025 14:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Oops, who dropped this here?? So weird...๐Ÿ‘€

13.08.2025 14:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I won't claim that this was inspired by Chappell Roan...pero like, what if tho?? ๐Ÿ‘€

#Illustration #Sapphic #Snake #ChappellRoan #gay

13.08.2025 14:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 9    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Visual Essay: Picturing Palestine As a Palestinian in diaspora, I am constantly frustrated with how American fiction depicts my people...

In our magazine: Palestinian artist and writer @deltahead.bsky.social is frustrated by how American fiction depicts their people. They take us from Adam Sandler to James Cameron and beyond in this visual essay ...

11.08.2025 14:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 280    ๐Ÿ” 173    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 3
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Hand holding up a small colorful zine called "The Unwonderful World of Comphet".

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I'll be at Flamecon this weekend in NYC with my buddy @deltahead.bsky.social at table N143. It's been ages since I've done a hometown show :P #queer #art

11.08.2025 14:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 23    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Another booklist of comics for July which is Disability Pride Month!! ๐Ÿฆผ โ™ฟ๏ธ ๐ŸŒŸ

bookshop.org/lists/graphi...

02.07.2025 22:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 117    ๐Ÿ” 71    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Cover of THE KIDS IN MRS. Z'S CLASS: OLIVE LITTLE GETS CRAFTY by Linda Urban with art by Kat Farjado. A red-haired girl with fair skin is cutting yarn with scissors while classmates in an art room look on from behind her.

Cover of THE KIDS IN MRS. Z'S CLASS: OLIVE LITTLE GETS CRAFTY by Linda Urban with art by Kat Farjado. A red-haired girl with fair skin is cutting yarn with scissors while classmates in an art room look on from behind her.

The newest book in THE KIDS IN MRS. Z'S CLASS series, OLIVE LITTLE GETS CRAFTY by Linda Urban w/art by @katfcomix.bsky.social, is another winner for elementary readers! Olive's got big plans for the club expo & the craft-astrophy that follows will have readers giggling. #KidLit
@katemessner.com

08.07.2025 23:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 11    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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It's pub day for SYNCLAIRE FIELDS KNOWS THE SCORE, the latest book in the Kids in Mrs. Z's Class series! Coordinated by @katemessner.com, illustrated by @katfcomix.bsky.social. What happens when your THING isn't working for you anymore? Here's a bit from the opening. Check out the whole series!

08.07.2025 16:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 13    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Wrapping up the week with great news! Miss Camper made it onto the Indie Bestsellers List AND was also featured on the School Library Journal's list of "37 Exceptional Graphic Novel & Manga Titles for All Ages | SLJ 2025 Stars So Far"! So thankful for all your support during its first week!!

11.07.2025 21:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today. Is. The. Day! Two years in the making, and Miss Camper has finally hit the shelves! I can't wait for y'all to read it, a story deeply personal to me as a goofy yet scared lil' camper. I hope you enjoy Miss Camper as your newest summer read and please send me your lovely camper photos!#kidlit

01.07.2025 16:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 22    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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ONE more day until Miss Camper is officially out! Here are some more concept sketches of Sue's friends (except for their pal Alvin, whose sketch is missing๐Ÿ˜“), her sister Carmen, and new characters introduced in this book! #misscamper #kidlit #missquincesgn #booksforkids

30.06.2025 19:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Book day is coming up, and it's been so lovely to see Miss Camper already appearing in bookstores! I even had the pleasure of autographing my first copies at Birdhouse Books today! #misscamper #kidlit #missquincesgn #booksforkids

29.06.2025 01:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Just six more days until Miss Camper is released!! Hereโ€™s a preview of Sueโ€™s summer fashion creations. After my debut book, I learned the importance of having character model sheets ready, as theyโ€™re incredibly useful for maintaining continuity! #kidlit #graphicnovels

26.06.2025 01:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The countdown has officially started! With only a week left until Miss Camper hits bookstore shelves, I'm sharing exclusive behind-the-scenes content across social media.

Donโ€™t forget to preorder your copy or ask your local bookstore to set one aside for you.

24.06.2025 23:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
The words "Portraits for Palestine" on the left while the right side of image has a collection of illustrated portraits of people. Below the portrait are the words "June-September 2025" and "6x6 illustrated portraits and full illustration commissions to support a family in Gaza. All proceeds will go toward helping Raja and her family find food, shelter, and safety."

The words "Portraits for Palestine" on the left while the right side of image has a collection of illustrated portraits of people. Below the portrait are the words "June-September 2025" and "6x6 illustrated portraits and full illustration commissions to support a family in Gaza. All proceeds will go toward helping Raja and her family find food, shelter, and safety."

Three children posing together with sunglasses on.

Three children posing together with sunglasses on.

Rubble remains of a home in Gaza.

Rubble remains of a home in Gaza.

The three children posing with their father.

The three children posing with their father.

Throughout June-September Iโ€™m offering commissions to support Raja and her family in Gaza. If you're interested in getting a portrait or a larger commission piece, please check out the link in my bio for more details & to access Raja's GoFundMe page. ko-fi.com/katfajardo/c...

20.06.2025 17:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
BookPeople Events Presents Kat Fajardo (author of MISS QUINCES) with Gabriela Epstein (illustrator of CLAUDIA AND THE NEW GIRL) on Sunday July 6th at 2PM

BookPeople Events Presents Kat Fajardo (author of MISS QUINCES) with Gabriela Epstein (illustrator of CLAUDIA AND THE NEW GIRL) on Sunday July 6th at 2PM

Sue is heading to Camp Willow this summer but it isn't at all going as planned...

Join Kat Fajardo on July 6th discussing MISS CAMPER, a companion to the award-winning middle grade graphic novel MISS QUINCES.

RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/bookpeople...

@katfcomix.bsky.social
@pichikui.bsky.social

19.06.2025 20:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 10    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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*GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT*
See the full guest list at www.comicarts-sa.com/2025-special...

@katfcomix.bsky.social (she/they) is a Honduran Colombian award-winning cartoonist known for their work on self-acceptance & Latine culture.

Their debut graphic novel, Miss Quinces, was a National Indie Bestseller

17.06.2025 18:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image A laptop featuring an illustration of a dog character blowing a dandelion in a field of prickly pear cactus.

A laptop featuring an illustration of a dog character blowing a dandelion in a field of prickly pear cactus.

A laptop showing an illustration of a Desert Willow Tree

A laptop showing an illustration of a Desert Willow Tree

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Three of my artworks will be featured in the virtual exhibition "Blossoms & Beyond: A virtual flower & garden show" at The City Arts Center in Round Rock, TX, from May 17-July 8, 2025. The exhibition includes 143 pieces, so check it out if you're in town! (Yes, I know I misspelled Desert Willow lol)

03.06.2025 15:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Throughout my life, I've struggled with self-image & understanding femininity. However, recently I've found comfort in connecting with divine feminine energy, like the Aztec goddess Xochiquรฉtzal & Mayan goddess Ixchel. Working with them feels empowering & has reshaped my perception of femininity.

31.05.2025 15:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
An illustration featuring a small brown dog blowing dandelions in the wind while surrounded by nopales and marigolds. Thereโ€™s a smiling sun in the sky.

An illustration featuring a small brown dog blowing dandelions in the wind while surrounded by nopales and marigolds. Thereโ€™s a smiling sun in the sky.

Since moving to Austin, Iโ€™ve been drawn to Nopales, a symbol of resilience and bittersweet transformation. Even in tough times, weโ€™re allowed to dream. Donโ€™t lose hope โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿฉน

06.05.2025 19:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 21    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Once again, it is time to remind people who are using Duolingo to learn new languages to switch to alternatives that have qualified human teachers.

29.04.2025 03:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 976    ๐Ÿ” 616    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

Also very gay!! ๐Ÿ’•

29.04.2025 23:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The only one I can think of at the moment: Rainbow Rowellโ€™s Simon Snow trilogy!

29.04.2025 23:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

My message isnโ€™t about ignoring laws, itโ€™s about treating people w compassion. Bc even people w green cards, or work permits are still being targeted. Paperwork doesnโ€™t guarantee protection anymore. Just ask the legal residents whoโ€™ve been swept up in raids/separated from their families.

29.04.2025 23:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Iโ€™m sorry you had such a frightening experience, and I canโ€™t imagine how stressful it is to be w/o documentation. But thatโ€™s exactly the point of the comic: no one deserves to be dehumanized or criminalized just for lacking papers, especially when the system itself is broken.

29.04.2025 22:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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On Latinidad and Solidarity A comic by Kat Fajardo

In our magazine, a comic from @katfcomix.bsky.social: "Every day, my community bears the weight of injustice ..."

29.04.2025 14:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 26    ๐Ÿ” 8    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Hi I used to work at Starbucks customer service: if you call or email about this, they are absolutely tracking those numbers, and a sufficient amount of public pushback does make them rethink shit sometimes, so now would be an EXCELLENT time to let them know theyโ€™re being ableist shitheads

24.04.2025 04:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3195    ๐Ÿ” 2468    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 7    ๐Ÿ“Œ 63

Heheheh surprise!!! โœจ๐Ÿค—โœจ Thanks Chris!!!

21.04.2025 15:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I've been enrolled in a public art training program at the Dougherty Arts Center, which has been helping me in come up with ideas for murals I want to create. I could imagine this one by a wall covered with plants, with its eyes glowing in the dark ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ‘€๐ŸŒฟ

17.04.2025 16:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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