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Kirsten McGonigal

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Children’s book illustrator, kid lit author, nature lover, reader, music maker, dreamer, SCBWI, #pbparty 2024 finalist, She/her Rep’d by Becca Langton at Darley Anderson Illustration kirstenmcgonigal.com

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Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I’m Rachelle (ra-SHELL), a children’s book author-illustrator who loves creating worlds full of kindness, nostalgia, and a touch of humor. I’m open to possibilities of representation and picture book projects. My portfolio and contact are at rachelleallan.com

05.03.2026 17:31 👍 35 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0

Thank you!😊

05.03.2026 23:23 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Thank you!

05.03.2026 23:23 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Yay! Best compliment ever! Thank you 😊

05.03.2026 15:57 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Thank you!

05.03.2026 15:56 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

I’m glad your day is going better than his! He’s been assigned to assist the little Dutches Winnifred, and she can be a bit snooty and demanding! 😁

05.03.2026 15:56 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

This is so fun to look at! Makes me want to try something similar.

05.03.2026 15:53 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day!

My name is Shalini, I’m an illustrator based in the UK. I’m always on the lookout for new projects - I’d love to illustrate both fiction and non fiction pieces.

www.illustratedbylini.com

This is my updated character sheet, inspired by the talented Adam Ming

05.03.2026 07:45 👍 56 🔁 6 💬 1 📌 0
A fiery orange horse runs downhill through a forest of cool blues; the firelight brings out warm purples.  The horse is a firebrand but has a gentle expression.

A fiery orange horse runs downhill through a forest of cool blues; the firelight brings out warm purples. The horse is a firebrand but has a gentle expression.

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day. I live in animal-centric #nonfiction, but every once and a while I go back to my #fantasy muses. Especially when it's any combination of incendiary equines. Happy #yearofthefirehorse. #kidlitart #illustration

05.03.2026 14:14 👍 34 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0

So beautiful! You just can’t go wrong with princesses and horses in my opinion. 😍

05.03.2026 15:16 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
Children's book art of a princess with her beautiful black horse with golden mane and tail with a looming castle in the background.

Children's book art of a princess with her beautiful black horse with golden mane and tail with a looming castle in the background.

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day!

I'm an author and illustrator available for board books to YA. I love bringing stories to life with my art and bringing a bit of magic into the world.

I'm repped by @swekstein.bsky.social
see more: www.tracivanwagoner.com

#kidlitart #illustrator #authorillustrator

05.03.2026 14:15 👍 46 🔁 7 💬 3 📌 2
Illustration of forest animals having a picnic in a clearing, surrounded by wildflowers

Illustration of forest animals having a picnic in a clearing, surrounded by wildflowers

Hello #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Charlene Chua & I illustrate for kids.

🌟Interested in new book projects + other kids-related projects 🌟

Portfolio - charlenechua.com
Rep' by Tracy Marchini Literary

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration

05.03.2026 14:25 👍 306 🔁 64 💬 14 📌 2

Absolutely adorable! 🥰 I want to join in their party!

05.03.2026 15:15 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

I love love love this! 😍 I’m a piano teacher as well as an illustrator, so I always love seeing music related illustrations!

05.03.2026 15:14 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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It’s #kidlitartpostcard Day! I haven’t done one of these in years!

I’m Layton, and I write and illustrate picture books! You can check out my work at www.laytonscarbroughart.com.

I’m open to new projects and seeking representation!

Thank you!

05.03.2026 14:25 👍 27 🔁 4 💬 1 📌 0

I can very much relate to that mom! 😅

05.03.2026 15:13 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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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! 📚✨

05.03.2026 14:31 👍 61 🔁 8 💬 3 📌 0

Hehe! This is hilarious!

05.03.2026 15:12 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
digital watercolor illustration of two folksy characters engaged in a dispute over a giant beetroot. one (scowling) wears a basket on her back, filled with smaller beets, the other (smirking) brandishes a shovel.

digital watercolor illustration of two folksy characters engaged in a dispute over a giant beetroot. one (scowling) wears a basket on her back, filled with smaller beets, the other (smirking) brandishes a shovel.

It’s #KidLitArtPostcard day again!

I’m Sarah, an illustrator and sometimes author from New Orleans looking for new book projects. I love all things quirky, funny, or spooky, and I’d love to collaborate with you!

💻 portfolio: thepishposh.com
📩 rep: @erzsideak.bsky.social

05.03.2026 14:34 👍 61 🔁 8 💬 0 📌 0
Illustration of kids in treehouse. They are pulling up an orange cat in a bucket. Text reads Amanda Morrow Rep’d by the bright agency

Illustration of kids in treehouse. They are pulling up an orange cat in a bucket. Text reads Amanda Morrow Rep’d by the bright agency

Hi #kidlitartpostcard
I'm Amanda I love illustrating imaginative and engaging stories! I would love to illustrate more stories about whimsical girlhood, mental health, & family dynamics!

✨Rep’d by by @bright-emilyf.bsky.social

✨amandamorrowart.com

#kidlit #kidlitart

05.03.2026 14:45 👍 81 🔁 11 💬 0 📌 0
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📮 Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day!
👋 I’m Tania, an illustrator based in Barcelona.
📚 Currently developing a picture book dummy.
✉️ Feel free to reach out if you’d like to see the full project!
🌟 I’ll be at the Bologna Children’s Book Fair!

🎨 www.taniavicedo.net

05.03.2026 14:45 👍 32 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0

Definitely cookies! 😉😁🍪

05.03.2026 15:09 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Promo postcard for illustrator/author/graphic designer Laurie Brosius featuring a parent and child mouse in a kitchen setting. The parent is offering a chocolate chip cookie to the eager child. The child is wearing a bluish-green striped top and a yellow backpack.
©Laurie Brosius 2026

Promo postcard for illustrator/author/graphic designer Laurie Brosius featuring a parent and child mouse in a kitchen setting. The parent is offering a chocolate chip cookie to the eager child. The child is wearing a bluish-green striped top and a yellow backpack. ©Laurie Brosius 2026

What was your favorite after school snack? 🍪

Seeking rep. 👀

Portfolio:
lauriebrosius.myportfolio.com

#KidLitArtPostcard #kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #graphicdesigner #LaurieBrosius

05.03.2026 14:50 👍 50 🔁 6 💬 1 📌 0
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Hello #KidLitArtPostcard !

I'm Mirto, a queer Italian freelance illustrator who loves to play with colors and textures! Nice to meet you! : D
I'm currently open to #kidlit book projects!

🌟Represented by:
@gabycabezut.bsky.social

🌈 mirtomastroieni.portfolio.site
✉️ mirtomastroieni@gmail.com

05.03.2026 14:55 👍 73 🔁 10 💬 1 📌 0

I love the Redwall vibes of this one! Not sure if kids still read those books, but I absolutely loved them when I was a kid!

05.03.2026 15:08 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day!

Excited to work on picture books, board, and chapter books. Rep’d by @lynnette_novak at @seymour.agency
Portfolio at: www.anniehobbsillustration.com

#kidlitpostcard

05.03.2026 15:02 👍 61 🔁 9 💬 2 📌 0

Beautiful!

05.03.2026 15:06 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

I absolutely love your use of color in this! 😍

05.03.2026 15:03 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Cheeky little frog for this month’s #kidlitartpostcard day 👀
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#kidlitart #kidlitpostcard

05.03.2026 13:59 👍 105 🔁 12 💬 2 📌 0

Hehe I love this!

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