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To all the passionate picture book writers and illustrators out there, this is an opportunity not to be missed. PB Rising Stars is offering mentorships from industry legends. As a past mentee, I promise you'll have the time of your life. Don't miss out. Check it out at www.pbrisingstars.com

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March 2026 Giveaway It’s my birthday month, so I’m giving away 2 critiques for free! Check out my Critiques with Kaitlyn page for the types of critiques I do on the regular. To be entered into the giveaway…

For all the children's book writers and illustrators out there, here's a wonderful opportunity to get a critique from my fantastic agent, @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social, who is offering a March Critique Giveaway. Check out the attached details:
kaitlynleannsanchez.com/march-2026-g...

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It’s brilliant. So imaginative.

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The Little Wooden Robot and the Log Princess by Tom Gauld.

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Yay to you. Congratulations Amber. Well deserved.

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There’s a read aloud version online. Often, if something is not available in Australia, that’s what I’ve got to resort to.

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The world gets more topsy turvy every day.

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OMG, I just discovered another crazy wonderful book by Heena Baek, called Cloud Bread. Utterly jealous of the idea.

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Magic Candies is sooooo good. The autumn leaves saying ‘bye’ as they fall is genius. Another great book by Meena Bark is Moon Pops. You should check it out.

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I saw that you’d posted that on instagram, and I was instantly interested. Looks and sounds amazing. I will definitely check it out.

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In today’s life-changing news, I have just signed for representation with the wonderful @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at Bradford Literary Agency. I have long loved the types of books Kaitlyn helps put in the hands of children and I can’t wait to see where this fairy tale adventure takes us.

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Thank you

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Congratulations Brian. Welcome to Team Sanchez.

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Thank you, Laura. I’m so happy to be on the team.

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Me too. I’m still pinching myself.

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I’m so delighted to welcome @allsopsfables.bsky.social and his incredible storytelling to the wonderful #TeamSanchez!

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In today’s life-changing news, I have just signed for representation with the wonderful @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at Bradford Literary Agency. I have long loved the types of books Kaitlyn helps put in the hands of children and I can’t wait to see where this fairy tale adventure takes us.

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The only positive you can take out of the current state of the world, is the opportunity to laugh at the daily stupidity we are confronted with. Thank you for today’s laugh.

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Thanks Lillie. Go the PBRising Stars crew.

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To all the aspiring kidlit writers and illustrators out there. Don't miss the opportunity to apply for the PB Rising Stars mentorship. It's the best thing you will ever do. You will be joining a family who will nurture and support your writing dreams.

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Woo hoo! I'm thrilled and honored to be a #PBParty 2025 Finalist for The Story Tree. A huge thank you to Mindy and all the amazing judges.

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A Fairy Hairdresser

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Congratulations Lillie. I’m one of the finalists too. Ebony just congratulated me, which was so lovely. I guess I’ll speak to you on the Facebook group.

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That’s awesome Ebony. Who’s the other one? Are they from our 23 class? It’s great to hear from you.

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Yay. I'm thrilled to be a finalist. Thank you so much Mindy and all the amazing judges.

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Let the Kids Get Weird: The Adult Problem With Children’s Books Picture books must hitch a ride on the parent if a child is to get a look-in so the children’s publicity machine is tilted fully at the adults. The frontlist is built around celebrities children ha�...

Thoughtful article on the current state of picture books.

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