Deb Pilutti
@dpilutti.bsky.social
Children's Book writer and illusrator. Lover of vintage signs and awkward toys. Bad at clapping.
THE DINOSAUR IN THE GARDEN is out now!
FISH DON'T GO TO SCHOOL coming soon
THE DINOSAUR IN THE GARDEN is out now!
FISH DON'T GO TO SCHOOL coming soon
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TONIGHT at 6pm: Meet the author who turned a 1961 Ann Arbor drill team into a picture book. Debbie Taylor's talking writing process, research deep dives, and how legends become stories. Free, walk-ins welcome. 📚
February 2, 2026 at 6:58 PM
TONIGHT at 6pm: Meet the author who turned a 1961 Ann Arbor drill team into a picture book. Debbie Taylor's talking writing process, research deep dives, and how legends become stories. Free, walk-ins welcome. 📚
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I am calling for the arrest and prosecution of the ICE agent that shot and killed Renee Good.
I am also calling on Congress to support my bill with @jasmineforus.bsky.social to force ICE agents to wear body cameras, not wear masks, have visible identification & ensure ICE has independent oversight.
I am also calling on Congress to support my bill with @jasmineforus.bsky.social to force ICE agents to wear body cameras, not wear masks, have visible identification & ensure ICE has independent oversight.
January 13, 2026 at 2:32 AM
I am calling for the arrest and prosecution of the ICE agent that shot and killed Renee Good.
I am also calling on Congress to support my bill with @jasmineforus.bsky.social to force ICE agents to wear body cameras, not wear masks, have visible identification & ensure ICE has independent oversight.
I am also calling on Congress to support my bill with @jasmineforus.bsky.social to force ICE agents to wear body cameras, not wear masks, have visible identification & ensure ICE has independent oversight.
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If there are Minneapolis public schools who have cancelled in person classes and/or are struggling with current events, and need a respite…
This picture book author here is glad to do free virtual visits. I’m sure others would be happy to also.
Reach out.
This picture book author here is glad to do free virtual visits. I’m sure others would be happy to also.
Reach out.
After the killing of Ms Good, Greg Bovino of the CPB led a raid on a Minneapolis HS. An official there said: They don’t care. They’re just animals,” I’ve never seen people behave like this.”
All MPLS schools now closed for the week.
www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
All MPLS schools now closed for the week.
www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
Minneapolis schools cancel classes after Border Patrol clash disrupts dismissal at Roosevelt
Minneapolis schools closed for the week citing safety concerns after an encounter involving armed Border Patrol agents near Roosevelt High School.
www.mprnews.org
January 9, 2026 at 9:38 PM
If there are Minneapolis public schools who have cancelled in person classes and/or are struggling with current events, and need a respite…
This picture book author here is glad to do free virtual visits. I’m sure others would be happy to also.
Reach out.
This picture book author here is glad to do free virtual visits. I’m sure others would be happy to also.
Reach out.
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I ask this every now and then and I’ve yet to get a good answer.
How long does it take for people to realize they’re on the wrong side of history?
How long does it take for people to realize they’re on the wrong side of history?
January 8, 2026 at 3:38 PM
I ask this every now and then and I’ve yet to get a good answer.
How long does it take for people to realize they’re on the wrong side of history?
How long does it take for people to realize they’re on the wrong side of history?
Happy Book Birthday!
Tuesdays are our favorite. 🥳 These client books are officially out in the world! Find them at your local bookstore or library today!
January 6, 2026 at 6:37 PM
Happy Book Birthday!
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Huge congratulations to Deb Pilutti on the publication of the humorous MY BEST FRIEND IS A LION. Read more about Deb and how her very own wish as a child for a pet lion inspired the story.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2026/01/book...
Huge congratulations to Deb Pilutti on the publication of the humorous MY BEST FRIEND IS A LION. Read more about Deb and how her very own wish as a child for a pet lion inspired the story.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2026/01/book...
Book Birthday Blog with Deb Pilutti
Welcome to SCBWI-MI's Book Birthday Blog! Where we celebrate new books from Michigan's authors, illustrators and translators. Congratula...
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January 6, 2026 at 12:59 PM
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Huge congratulations to Deb Pilutti on the publication of the humorous MY BEST FRIEND IS A LION. Read more about Deb and how her very own wish as a child for a pet lion inspired the story.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2026/01/book...
Huge congratulations to Deb Pilutti on the publication of the humorous MY BEST FRIEND IS A LION. Read more about Deb and how her very own wish as a child for a pet lion inspired the story.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2026/01/book...
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Members of Congress: stop posting online and APPEAR, PHYSICALLY on the steps of the Capitol to decry this unconstitutional violation of domestic & international law. SHOW THE PEOPLE the level of danger we are facing as a country.
@housedemocrats.bsky.social
@senatedemocrats.bsky.social
@housedemocrats.bsky.social
@senatedemocrats.bsky.social
January 3, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Members of Congress: stop posting online and APPEAR, PHYSICALLY on the steps of the Capitol to decry this unconstitutional violation of domestic & international law. SHOW THE PEOPLE the level of danger we are facing as a country.
@housedemocrats.bsky.social
@senatedemocrats.bsky.social
@housedemocrats.bsky.social
@senatedemocrats.bsky.social
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Tremendous call to action to fight book banning from by @maggietokudahall.bsky.social at the ALAN Breakfast as she accepts the ALSN Award on behalf of @authorsabb.bsky.social
“The function of literature is not to instill obedience.”
“The function of literature is not to instill obedience.”
November 22, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Tremendous call to action to fight book banning from by @maggietokudahall.bsky.social at the ALAN Breakfast as she accepts the ALSN Award on behalf of @authorsabb.bsky.social
“The function of literature is not to instill obedience.”
“The function of literature is not to instill obedience.”
Thanks for posting!
November 20, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Thanks for posting!
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Still celebrating that these 3 titles are Amazon's best books of 2025!
THE SNIPS: A BAD BUZZ DAY by Raúl the Third @raulthethird.bsky.social
FISH DON’T GO TO SCHOOL by Deb Pilutti @dpilutti.bsky.social
WHEN THE TIDES HELD THE MOON by Venessa Vida Kelley @venessakelley.bsky.social
THE SNIPS: A BAD BUZZ DAY by Raúl the Third @raulthethird.bsky.social
FISH DON’T GO TO SCHOOL by Deb Pilutti @dpilutti.bsky.social
WHEN THE TIDES HELD THE MOON by Venessa Vida Kelley @venessakelley.bsky.social
November 19, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Still celebrating that these 3 titles are Amazon's best books of 2025!
THE SNIPS: A BAD BUZZ DAY by Raúl the Third @raulthethird.bsky.social
FISH DON’T GO TO SCHOOL by Deb Pilutti @dpilutti.bsky.social
WHEN THE TIDES HELD THE MOON by Venessa Vida Kelley @venessakelley.bsky.social
THE SNIPS: A BAD BUZZ DAY by Raúl the Third @raulthethird.bsky.social
FISH DON’T GO TO SCHOOL by Deb Pilutti @dpilutti.bsky.social
WHEN THE TIDES HELD THE MOON by Venessa Vida Kelley @venessakelley.bsky.social
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Happy Book Birthday! 🥳
Happy Book Birthday to Carrie Pearson on the publication of WATCH THEM GROW: THE FASCINATING SCIENCE OF ANIMAL BEGINNINGS. Read more about Carrie and how the stage play Hamilton inspired the book on our blog.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2025/09/book...
Happy Book Birthday to Carrie Pearson on the publication of WATCH THEM GROW: THE FASCINATING SCIENCE OF ANIMAL BEGINNINGS. Read more about Carrie and how the stage play Hamilton inspired the book on our blog.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2025/09/book...
September 9, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Happy Book Birthday! 🥳
Happy Book Birthday to Carrie Pearson on the publication of WATCH THEM GROW: THE FASCINATING SCIENCE OF ANIMAL BEGINNINGS. Read more about Carrie and how the stage play Hamilton inspired the book on our blog.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2025/09/book...
Happy Book Birthday to Carrie Pearson on the publication of WATCH THEM GROW: THE FASCINATING SCIENCE OF ANIMAL BEGINNINGS. Read more about Carrie and how the stage play Hamilton inspired the book on our blog.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2025/09/book...
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Happy Book Birthday to Anita Fitch Pazner whose trip to Munich, Germany and bike tour inspired WORDS MATTER. Read more about Anita and what’s next for her on our blog.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2025/09/book...
Happy Book Birthday to Anita Fitch Pazner whose trip to Munich, Germany and bike tour inspired WORDS MATTER. Read more about Anita and what’s next for her on our blog.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2025/09/book...
September 2, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Happy Book Birthday to Anita Fitch Pazner whose trip to Munich, Germany and bike tour inspired WORDS MATTER. Read more about Anita and what’s next for her on our blog.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2025/09/book...
Happy Book Birthday to Anita Fitch Pazner whose trip to Munich, Germany and bike tour inspired WORDS MATTER. Read more about Anita and what’s next for her on our blog.
scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2025/09/book...
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🎨 Spotlight on @dpilutti.bsky.social
Deb's Illustrator Page](www.andreabrownlit.com/illustrator/...)
Deb is represented by @jenrofe.bsky.social. She is open to picture books.
Deb's Illustrator Page](www.andreabrownlit.com/illustrator/...)
Deb is represented by @jenrofe.bsky.social. She is open to picture books.
August 22, 2025 at 9:52 PM
🎨 Spotlight on @dpilutti.bsky.social
Deb's Illustrator Page](www.andreabrownlit.com/illustrator/...)
Deb is represented by @jenrofe.bsky.social. She is open to picture books.
Deb's Illustrator Page](www.andreabrownlit.com/illustrator/...)
Deb is represented by @jenrofe.bsky.social. She is open to picture books.
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FAVE FOUR
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@sarahsbrannen.bsky.social
@hellomrforrest.bsky.social
@dpilutti.bsky.social
@suzannekaufmanart.bsky.social
#favefourbuygiftborrow
#kidlit
#kidlitrecommendations
If you'd like to see other kidlit recommendations, pop on over to cherylajohnsonwrites.weebly.com.
@katemessner.com
@sarahsbrannen.bsky.social
@hellomrforrest.bsky.social
@dpilutti.bsky.social
@suzannekaufmanart.bsky.social
#favefourbuygiftborrow
#kidlit
#kidlitrecommendations
August 20, 2025 at 4:45 PM
FAVE FOUR
If you'd like to see other kidlit recommendations, pop on over to cherylajohnsonwrites.weebly.com.
@katemessner.com
@sarahsbrannen.bsky.social
@hellomrforrest.bsky.social
@dpilutti.bsky.social
@suzannekaufmanart.bsky.social
#favefourbuygiftborrow
#kidlit
#kidlitrecommendations
If you'd like to see other kidlit recommendations, pop on over to cherylajohnsonwrites.weebly.com.
@katemessner.com
@sarahsbrannen.bsky.social
@hellomrforrest.bsky.social
@dpilutti.bsky.social
@suzannekaufmanart.bsky.social
#favefourbuygiftborrow
#kidlit
#kidlitrecommendations
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Happy #newbooksday!🥳 💙📚
#librarylife
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#librarylife
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July 10, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Q&A with Deb Pilutti about her new children's picture book, FISH DON'T GO TO SCHOOL.
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July 8, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Q&A with Deb Pilutti about her new children's picture book, FISH DON'T GO TO SCHOOL.
tinyurl.com/bd9crbra
@dpilutti.bsky.social
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@dpilutti.bsky.social
Thanks @slj.com for including FISH DON'T GO TO SCHOOL in their back-to-school article. @jenrofe.bsky.social @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social
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23 Titles to Welcome Little Ones Back to School
Whether they are going to school for the first time or facing the beginning of another academic year, the start of the school year can be a time of high emotions for little ones. Share these titles to...
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June 11, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Thanks @slj.com for including FISH DON'T GO TO SCHOOL in their back-to-school article. @jenrofe.bsky.social @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social
www.schoollibraryjournal.com/story/23-tit...
www.schoollibraryjournal.com/story/23-tit...
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Hot take: If you don’t want your kids to learn anything from the public library, then do not take them there.
Stop ruining the library for everyone else. 😑😑😑
www.kxxv.com/news/local-n...
Stop ruining the library for everyone else. 😑😑😑
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Texas bill to ban ‘explicit' library books from minors draws mixed reactions in Brazos County
House Bill 3225 has passed the Texas House, and now, Texas lawmakers are looking to ban minors from checking out library books with explicit content.
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May 21, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Hot take: If you don’t want your kids to learn anything from the public library, then do not take them there.
Stop ruining the library for everyone else. 😑😑😑
www.kxxv.com/news/local-n...
Stop ruining the library for everyone else. 😑😑😑
www.kxxv.com/news/local-n...
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Students at Pentagon schools sue defense secretary Pete Hegseth over book bans on race and gender | Guardian buff.ly/9IxSgAB
April 16, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Students at Pentagon schools sue defense secretary Pete Hegseth over book bans on race and gender | Guardian buff.ly/9IxSgAB
First review is in from Kirkus for FISH DON'T GO TO SCHOOL!
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews... #kidlit @andreabrownlit.bsky.social @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @jenrofe.bsky.social
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews... #kidlit @andreabrownlit.bsky.social @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @jenrofe.bsky.social
March 24, 2025 at 2:01 PM
First review is in from Kirkus for FISH DON'T GO TO SCHOOL!
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews... #kidlit @andreabrownlit.bsky.social @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @jenrofe.bsky.social
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews... #kidlit @andreabrownlit.bsky.social @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @jenrofe.bsky.social
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Good news out of Colorado! A Federal judge orders Colorado district to return banned books to school libraries. Good work! www.denverpost.com/2025/03/19/e...
Federal judge orders Colorado district to return banned books to school libraries
The order prohibits the school board from removing books “because the district disagrees with the views expressed therein or merely to further their preferred political or religious orthodoxy.”
www.denverpost.com
March 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Good news out of Colorado! A Federal judge orders Colorado district to return banned books to school libraries. Good work! www.denverpost.com/2025/03/19/e...
I love this activity! Thanks for the 🪨🧡
March 6, 2025 at 2:53 PM
I love this activity! Thanks for the 🪨🧡