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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · 11d

I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed Succulent! Thank you for the kind words! 😊

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Alex @bigorangealex.bsky.social · 11d

Well that was adorable and made me cry. Gorgeous artwork with so much heart! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ @zoepersico.bsky.social

How To Talk To Your Succulent by Zoe Persico

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Natascha @socalledyalife.bsky.social · 16d

Very excited for new picture books from @zoepersico.bsky.social!

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The Tobias Literary Agency @thetobiasagency.bsky.social · 16d

Out Now!

Written by preschool therapist Ryan Allen with illustrations by @zoepersico.bsky.social , BROTHERS ARE NOT FOR HITTING helps children recognize signs that they are about to hit, and teaches great techniques and positive alternatives to stay safe and have fun.

Written by preschool therapist Ryan Allen
Illustrated by Zoe Persico
BROTHERS ARE NOT FOR HITTING

About the Book
Hands are powerful, amazing tools for playing . . . but hands are not for hitting our friends and family!

Wherever Laila goes, her adorable brother Reggie is always close behind. At school, church, even the bath! But on a trip to the zoo, when Laila feels too excited, impatient, overwhelmed, or reluctant to leave, her body tells her it's time to hit! How can Laila find better ways to express her emotions and be safe with her hands?

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Children's Bookshelf @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social · 16d

Coming soon: new projects from @zoepersico.bsky.social @elizabethlilly.bsky.social @kamalani3.bsky.social + more buff.ly/P2CIlp8

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Natascha @socalledyalife.bsky.social · 19d

Happy Pub day to @zoepersico.bsky.social and @chatgreenfield.bsky.social on their new books!

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · 27d

Thank you so much for kind feature on Succulent! 😊

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Samuel Edme @sams-studios-llc.bsky.social · 27d

In the latest edition of my newsletter, I discuss my favorite Ignatz Awards nominees.

samsstudios.substack.com/p/week-of-98...

@zoepersico.bsky.social @kazimirleecomix.bsky.social @darkhorse.com

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Musings of the Nerd Scorpio @nerdscorpio13.bsky.social · Aug 20

So I just finished reading this, it's so beautifully written. Was crying the whole time reading fr

Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Aug 14

I can't believe How To Talk To Your Succulent is nominated for Outstanding Story (what!!!!) for the legendary Ignatz Awards with SPX! I'm so honored Succulent is included with such talented company. I'm still trying to wrap my head around it!

A chibi Perle from How To Talk To Your Succulent with a copy of the book saying "We're an Ignatz Nominee for Outstanding Story!"

The collection of nominees for Outstanding Story for the Ignatz Awards.

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Aug 20

Thank you so much for the kind words!! I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed it ❤️

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Aug 15

Thank you so much! ❤️

Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Aug 14

Your comic is absolutely stunning!! Congratulations! 😊

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Aug 14

Thank you so much! And super congratulations to you too!! I'm excited to read your comic! 😊

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Aug 14

I can't believe How To Talk To Your Succulent is nominated for Outstanding Story (what!!!!) for the legendary Ignatz Awards with SPX! I'm so honored Succulent is included with such talented company. I'm still trying to wrap my head around it!

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Aug 10

Happy 40th Naughty Dog!! I had a blast painting your boys Jak and Daxter for their anniversary exhibition with @gallerynucleus.bsky.social! Prints are up on their site too! If you're in LA go check out all of the amazing art for the show!

A traditional painting of Jak and Daxter riding on a Flut Flut through a lush, green forest.

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Jul 28

So excited to be a part of this one! Hope you get a chance to stop by and see it ❤️

Gallery Nucleus @gallerynucleus.bsky.social · Jul 26

🐾Gear up for a panel & signing on 08/09 with
Naughty Dog

Tickets to RSVP for 08/09 panel &signing along with gen admission go live 07/29 at 1pm PST bit.ly/naughtydog_0... #naughtydog

#Sony #thelastofus #gaming #jakanddaxter #uncharted

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Gallery Nucleus @gallerynucleus.bsky.social · Jul 26

🐾Gear up for a panel & signing on 08/09 with
Naughty Dog

Tickets to RSVP for 08/09 panel &signing along with gen admission go live 07/29 at 1pm PST bit.ly/naughtydog_0... #naughtydog

#Sony #thelastofus #gaming #jakanddaxter #uncharted

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Jun 26

Wish the spooky season would continue on into winter? Do I have a book for you! TONGIHT IS KRAMPUS NIGHT! Written by Kyle Sullivan and illustrated by me is hitting bookshelves this OCTOBER! I l adore Krampus so I'm honored to have illustrated him and other holiday horrors in this picture book! 🎄

The cover for Tonight Is Krampus Night! featuring a large Krampus above a Bavarian town in winter.

A view from above of a Bavarian town lit up with lights as Krampus' claw shaped shadow appears on snowy rooftops.

A peak at a thicket of bare trees with glowing eyes from little Perchten.

A mischievous Krampus outside of his fire-filled cave on a mountain ledge.

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Jun 17

I have many more art goodies if you wanna come check it out! www.patreon.com/c/ZoePersico

Get more from Zoe Persico on Patreon

creating a graphic novel, picture books, and illustrations

www.patreon.com

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Jun 17

Sneak peak of my June printable on P*treon ❤️

A preview of my June printable showing a dog with a medieval styled head covering and flags on a green nigh sky background.

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Kidlit411 @kidlit411.bsky.social · Jun 6

We are pleased to host a giveaway of the middle grade graphic novel, HOW TO TALK TO YOUR SUCCULENT by @zoepersico.bsky.social (Tundra Books).

To enter, L + RP & confirm your entry in our Friday weekly: www.kidlit411.com/2025/06/the-... (+ more ways to win)

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Jameela Wahlgren 🏳️‍🌈 🎨 @jameelawahlgren.bsky.social · Jun 5

It's another #KidLitArtPostcard day! 🐛

I'm available for picture books and covers

(my middlegrade cover work is on my website)
www.jwahlgren.com
[email protected]

A children's picture book illustration of a little girl angrily writing a letter in a loose, painterly textured style

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Jun 6

Wow!! Thanks y'all!! You can snag a print of the full piece here if you're interested! The original is still up for sale at gallery nucleus as well 😊 www.gallerynucleus.com/detail/40425/

Pottsfield Parade [PRINT] - Nucleus | Art Gallery and Store

www.gallerynucleus.com

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Jun 6

Thank you so much!

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Zoe Persico @zoepersico.bsky.social · Jun 6

Thank you so much!

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