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Sonya Afnan

@sonyaafnan.bsky.social

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Writer | illustrator | Iraqi-Chaldean † | SCBWI Rep: Jordan Hamessley at JABberwocky Lit Agency www.sonyaafnan.com/portfolio

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Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · Apr 16

✨✨ANNOUNCEMENT✨✨

I’m thrilled to share that I am now represented by @thejordache.bsky.social at @awfulagent.bsky.social !

Jordan is just as excited about my work as I am, and I know we’re going to create something truly special together. So excited to be part of the JABberwocky team! 🤍

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 1d

Psst! I am opening up to unagented children's book submissions *just for the month of October*! This is an exciting experiment. The email to send submissions to is [email protected]. You can find out about what I'm looking for at www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/me...

Melissa Manlove – The Official Manuscript Wish List Website

www.manuscriptwishlist.com

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Jordan Hamessley @thejordache.bsky.social · 1d

My amazing illustrator client @sonyaafnan.bsky.social just sent me this piece she drew of me as an astronaut. I’m obsessed! I’ve fully embraced my inner space nerd. Still manifesting representing an astronaut’s book someday!

If you aren’t following Sonya, start!

Illustration of Jordan wearing an astronaut suit labeled NASA Jordan flashing a peace sign in space with the Earth behind her.

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Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 1d

My agent is the COOLEST! 😍 🌍

Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 1d

Love this!!!!

Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 3d

Aw thank you so much! 🥰 it was such a fun event and I LOVED being there! Everyone was so welcoming 😍

Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 4d

Wooohoooo! Beautiful artwork! 😍

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SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · 5d

The amazing faculty and team that made for a fun and informative #scbwiohionorth Fall Conference.

Thanks to all who made it a success!

Joann Hill, Katie Carella, Emily Feinberg, Daria Peoples, Lindsay Bonilla, Elise McMullen-Ciotti, Dr. Kristy Boyce,John Rudolph, Jane Smith, Kelly Pelsue, Merrill Rainey, CJ Penko, Kristy Tartara, and Britney Rudowsky group photo at #scbwiohionorth Fall Conference.

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Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 5d

Had such a wonderful weekend at the SCBWI Ohio North Conference! I connected with so many amazing authors and illustrators, learned from inspiring editors and agents, and came home creatively recharged. @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social

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Brittany Pearson @britspixels.bsky.social · 13d

Friday reminder 🧡💛

#kidlitart #illustration #cuteart

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Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 22d

Note to witches: never leave your broom unattended on halloween night…
🎃 #KidLit #KidLitArt #Halloween

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Jordan Hamessley @thejordache.bsky.social · 22d

At the #PeopleofPublishing25 Conference today. If you’re around, say hi! I’m excited to reconnect with great publishing people!

#PeopleofPublishing

Jordan Hamessley holding a People of Publishing Conference program.

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Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 22d

Congratulations 🎈

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Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 22d

Congratulations 🎈

Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 23d

Thank you, Laura. All is well here hope on your end as well 🥰

Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 27d

Thank you, Brittany! 🥰

Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 27d

Ohhhh I guess my next read!

Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 27d

Lots of fun lines and textures in my new upcoming artwork so excited for this one! 😬 #KidLitArt 🎨

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Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 27d

Congratulations, Jess!!!! 🎈

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Jess Mey @jessmeywrites.bsky.social · 27d

I got ✨the✨ screenshot from @jamesfarner.bsky.social this morning, which means I finally get to tell you all about... my book deal. 🥹 "Grace & Jo Have Never Solved a Murder" coming fall 2026 from @daturabooks.bsky.social!

#amwriting #bookdeal #mystery #writingcommunity

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Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 28d

Thank you, Andrew 🥹

Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · 29d

Excited to connect with other #kidlit creators 😬 eek! Can’t wait!

SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · 29d

Only 2 days left to snag early bird pricing! Amazing attendees!
@joannhnyc.bsky.social
@superjane.bsky.social
@ecfeinberg.bsky.social
@kellypelsue.bsky.social
@ecfeinberg.bsky.social
@bookbarrista.bsky.social
@leemelillobooks.bsky.social
@vickyweberbooks.bsky.social

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LAST
CHANCE
DON'T miss OUT!
Conference EARLY BIRD pricing extended to
September 12th

SCBWI Ohio North Regional Conference
October 3-4, 2025
where stories take flight
SCBWI
Ohio North Region
SOCIETY of CHILDREN'S BOOK WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS
#scbwi

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SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · Sep 9

Tonight!
PITCH PARTY prep Zoom event with @littlerainey.bsky.social

It’s not too late to register: www.scbwi.org/events/2025-...

#scbwiohionorth #scbwi #querying

Pitch Party Prep
Tuesday, Sept. 9th 7-8pm (ET)
Be prepared for the Conference
Pitch Party! *
*The Pitch Party occurs on Friday Evening of the Fall Conference
• Learn how to prepare a book pitch
• Receive live feedback on pre-submitted pitches
• Learn about the conference
Pitch Party
• Ask any questions
SCBWI
SOCIETY SE CHILDREN'S BOOK WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS
Ohio North Region
where stories
Take flight
Hosted by
Author-Illustrator & Co-Regional Advisor
MERRILL RAINEY

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Sonya Afnan @sonyaafnan.bsky.social · Sep 9

So excited! 😬