New Through Lines:
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Finally, there’s an unprecedented event that’s a joy to live through: the Artemis II Space Mission. There’s a tremendous amount of context to catch up on, for anyone who hasn’t spent the past 10 days weeping over the moon, like I have.
Peak crying about the moon this week.
That’s enough emotional clarity for today, thanks.
A true holiday classic ☘️
I don't think the pivot is necessary - more like most writing is pivoting away from unique voice, so that those who are still writing with their own words and style stand out by default. In a good way! In a human way!
It's not about the hyphen or Oxford comma or the use of bold - though those are all there in their specific ways. But it's about the way these words read.
If you send me an email written by AI, I can tell. And I don't think I can respond anymore.
I worry that everyone who is trying to connect - over email, over messages, through their own "writing," - is already just regurgitating the same format, style, tone, word choice, and structure.
It's shrinking expression down to a standard template. And it's awful.
It's so obvious when you've read enough of it - when you've been a reader. But I see it everywhere now:
How AI writing is everywhere. In marketing emails, newsletter posts, social media content.
It's hollow, and it echoes in ways that are sad and soulless.
Meet literary agent Christie Megill, who will be presenting a webinar with us in May on "Mastering the Dual Role of Being an Author-Illustrator." More about @christiemegill.bsky.social and the webinar in this interview by @berrietr.bsky.social. easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2026/03/13/c... #kidlit
Happy #Kidlitartpostcard Day and #worldbookday!✨🎨
I'm Alexis, a Chinese-Filipino illustrator based in Toronto. I love to create colourful worlds full of silly characters!
Interested in BB, PB and MG book projects!
★ Portfolio: alexisyoungart.com
★ Rep'd by @christiemegill.bsky.social
Meet this month’s #12x12PB Featured Agents, @christiemegill.bsky.social of @thecatagency.bsky.social and Jennie Dunham of Dunham Literary!
Head to the blog to learn more about what they’re looking for in #picturebooks:
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You are the plot twist.
It's visual storytelling
Happy #Kidlitartpostcard Day!✨🎨
I'm Alexis, a Chinese-Filipino illustrator based in Toronto.
Currently looking for projects and open to picture books and MG/YA book covers!
★ Portfolio: alexisyoungart.com
★ Rep'd by @christiemegill.bsky.social
New Through Lines Post:
Books for the Heart
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A tomato is not a heart.
Hugs are the best way to stay warm in this weather.
Art by @ryanmiddaugh-art.bsky.social
I saw the moon tonight and thought of you.
Merry Christmas Eve!
Art by Gaby Zermeño
Tonight, a crowd of carolers knocked on my front door; the kids and I gathered to listen to them sing by Christmas tree light, then we passed out gingerbread cookies we’d made earlier this week.
There’s still some goodness in the world.✨
It really is just TOTALLY INSANE how hard it is to make a truly excellent book. Nearly everyone underestimates what’s required. I think that’s why I LOVE hanging out with people who understand.
Winter Solstice is on December 21, 2025.❄️
I brought together 10 books to celebrate and learn more about this special day.
You can click on each book cover in the interactive choice board to find the book in @follettcontent.bsky.social Titlewave.
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#winter #TLSky #EduSky #tlchat
40 of the Best Picture Books of 2025! From Sophie Blackall's playful pup story to Stephen King & Maurice Sendak's Hansel and Gretel, plus new and familiar voices.
Peter Brown, Loren Long, Amanda Gorman & so many more ✨
Discover them all: www.thechildrensbookreview.com/40-of-the-be...
Looking for books that will get your young reader excited about independent reading? Our latest list features 16 outstanding early readers & chapter books of 2025—poetry-writing badgers, detective hedgehogs, saxophone-playing birds & more! 📚✨ www.thechildrensbookreview.com/16-of-the-be... #kidlit
❄️ A winter story as warm as the firewood it carries. THE OLD SLEIGH by the Pumphrey brothers celebrates community care & the beautiful way traditions evolve. Sparse text, stunning vintage illustrations—a contemplative alternative to holiday bustle: www.thechildrensbookreview.com/the-old-slei...
Please send snow ❄️
New Through Lines post: Re-vision
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Also a good opportunity to show off my new Krampus socks! From @twistedspinebooks.bsky.social!
