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Samantha Wekstein
@swekstein.bsky.social
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Senior Literary Agent @TLA, She/Her, Terp🐢, ENFJ, ♑, dog lover
Illustrators: http://wekstein-illustrators.weebly.com.
Pitch to: http://QueryManager.com/SamanthaWekstein
Editing: https://samanthaweksteineditorial.square.site/
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Samantha Wekstein @swekstein.bsky.social · Jan 30
As a side hustle, I offer a lot of editing services. If you are looking for a professional set of eyes on your manuscript or pitch materials, check out my site! samanthaweksteineditorial.square.site/s/shop **Please note if you book through this site, I can't consider you for representation.**
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Almost missed #kidlitartpostcard day, but now I’m home now and checking out all the great illustrations! I’m Jo and I love creating stories and art that is lively, engaging, funny, and full of heart. I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social
A whimsical,silly lion with a huge mane, dancing a jig.
December 5, 2025 at 3:47 AM
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Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! May your days be filled with all the warmth and light you need, however you get it.

I'd love to work on new picture book projects in 2026!

Portfolio: sparklemarkers.com
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Illustration of a child relaxing in a beach chair under a bright lamp in a dark room. The child is wearing sunglasses, swim trunks, and flip flops, and is surrounded by beach accessories. In the background a window is partly visible, showing a snowy night landscape.
December 4, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm an author/illustrator always looking for new projects from young to young adult. I would love to create some covers. I'm also open for PB work.

see more: www.tracivanwagoner.com
rep'd by: @swekstein.bsky.social

#kidlitart #illustratorauthor #dragon #illustrator
Fantasy art of a maroon and pink dragon standing nest to a woman in a purple robe and hat on the right. Swirly mist floats past them and swirls in front of a large arching window and a pedestal with a candle. Outside the window is a full moon rising over a castle behind a lake.
November 6, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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A new piece for #KidlitArtPostcard day! Can you guess my favorite color?

I write and illustrate picture books with humor and heart. I love working with bright colors, bold lines, and big feelings!

🎨 See the rest of this piece and more at sparklemarkers.com
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Illustration of a scene in a green craft room with a girl showing two friends how to make a beaded necklace.
November 6, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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jorenfro.bsky.social
Hi all! I’m Jo and I am an illustrator and author of picture books. I love stories that are filled with heart and humor. My portfolio website is
jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social #kidlitartpostcard
November 6, 2025 at 4:48 AM
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jorenfro.bsky.social
#kidlitartpostcard day snuck up on me! I’m Jo and I love creating stories and art that kids of all ages can connect to. My portfolio website is jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social
October 3, 2025 at 3:05 AM
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tracivw.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Here's a little something from a new project of mine I'm excited about. I'm an #AuthorIllustrator open to new projects from board books to YA. I love telling stories w/my art.

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www.tracivanwagoner.com

#kidlit #kidlitart #illustration
Artwork with a bird's eye view looking down at a family setting into their new home in the city with boxes all around. A girl and her dog kneel on the couch looking out the widow at their noisy new neighborhood with a promising green patch in between it all. A photo of Her, daddy and mommy sits on the end table, and Daddy looks on holding a box for unpacking. A white bar along the bottom reads: TVW logo: TraciVanWagoner.com Author/Illustrator represented by Samantha Wekstein
October 2, 2025 at 1:03 PM
swekstein.bsky.social
Hello! I will next reopen to queries from 10/1-10/7, but then I will be closing indefinitely so I can catch up and focus on client work. #amquerying #amagenting
September 10, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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tracivw.bsky.social
Yay it's #KidLitArtPostcard day! I hope you're all feeling okay? Some days you need to just collapse. I'm an author/illustrator looking for fun new children's book projects.

Repped by @swekstein.bsky.social
See more: www.tracivanwagoner.com

#kidlitart #kidlit #authorillustrator #childrensbooks
A red dragon lays on a cliff exhausted with her blue teddy bear while three kids in the back ground as if she's okay. Big white puffy clouds fill the intense blue sky behind them
September 4, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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“…and with that, Norman decided that life in the city was not for him after all.” #kidlitartpostcard I am an author and illustrator of picture books but would love to do board books and chapter books as well! My website is Jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social
A terrified bear who has been chased up a light post by a tiny cat.
September 4, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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tracivw.bsky.social
A day late for #KidLitArtPostcard, but late is better than never. Summer fun swimming is the best! I miss my childhood swimming hole. I'm open for new PB, chapter book, MG projects anytime.

#kidlitart #summer #art #authorillustrator
Website: www.tracivanwagoner.com
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Postcard with my information on the bottom of mostly teal art with kids playing at the local swimming hole. Some kids stand on the ledge of the waterfall about to jump in past the splashes.
August 8, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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jorenfro.bsky.social
Hi all! I am Jo and I am an author and illustrator of picture books. I love using humor and positivity to create engaging characters full of heart. My portfolio website is jorenfro.com and I am rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social #kidlitartpostcard
August 7, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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sparklemarkers.bsky.social
#KidLitArtPostcard day snuck up on me and I'm going to repost an old piece—but it's one that delights me!

Looking to illustrate picture books with bright colors, big feelings, whimsy, and fun!

🎨 sparklemarkers.com
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A seadragon mercat chasing her own tail!
August 7, 2025 at 2:49 PM
swekstein.bsky.social
Hello! In addition to my work as an agent, I freelance edit. Today through Sunday I'm running a 10% off sale on my Basic Query Package or Query Package Plus edits. If you'd like me to help shape your pitch, now would be a wonderful time to book! samanthaweksteineditorial.square.site/s/shop
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July 17, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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It's #PortfolioDay! I'm a #kidlit writer and illustrator and I'd love to work on whimsical, witty projects.

More drawings: sparklemarkers.com
Rep: @swekstein.bsky.social

P.S. All cats are the best cat.
Silent comic featuring an orange tabby cat at a cat show. She stares longingly at the golden "Best in Show" trophy and stretches and poses to the delight of the audience. The cat is surprised and disappointed to be returned to her cage, and scowls at the "6th place" ribbon she wins.
July 8, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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jorenfro.bsky.social
Hi all- I am Jo and I love creating stories for picture books and board books with characters that are expressive and fun! #portfolioday
My website is jorenfro.com and I am rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social
A whimsical group of animals. Elephant, zebra, lion, giraffe, monkey and turtle with the bright orange savanna sun behind them. A page from my book PEG GETS PLUCKY. A group of cute farm animals gazing up at an incredible full moon. Whimsical fiery dragon with a slight grin. A child who has made a very fancy, colorful, multilayered cake that is just about to to over !
July 8, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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tracivw.bsky.social
Hello #kidlitartpostcard! I'm an author and illustrator of children's books for all ages. I love to bring joy and a touch of magic to the world through my creativity.

Portfolio: www.tracivanwagoner.com
Agent: @swekstein.bsky.social

#kidlitart #kidlit #paintplay #childrensbooks #authorillustrator
A dad, girl and her dog walk into a beautiful lush garden through a wrought-iron gate with a swirly top where they are greeted by birds and bees and flowers as big as your face and a dragon fly.
July 3, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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jorenfro.bsky.social
Hi all-I’m Jo and I am an illustrator and author of picture books. I love creating expressive engaging characters! My website is jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social #kidlitartpostcard
July 3, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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I am excited and honored to have PEG GETS CRACKIN’ nominated for the 2025 Missouri Building Blocks Picture Book Award. It is voted on by preschool KIDS in Missouri Public Libraries. The KIDS!! That’s who it’s all about!
June 29, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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tracivw.bsky.social
I've got something new for #KidLitArtPostcard! Hot off the presses w/sharing delayed by no internet. I'm an author/illustrator of children's books of all ages, I try to bring a bit of magic to every project.

#kidlitart #authorillustrator

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www.tracivanwagoner.com
Fantasy illustration of a young woman and a young man chasing a blue and teal baby dragon. Splattery painted background in purple, pinks and reds with white lined city. On the bottom is my information, TraciVanWagoner.com, Author/Illustrator, represented by Samantha Wekstein
June 5, 2025 at 9:04 PM
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It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Jo and I am an illustrator and author of picture books. (And maybe board books someday 🤞🏼) I love creating stories with characters full of heart and spunk! My website is jorenfro.com and I am rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social
June 5, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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#KidLitArtPostcard time again! This is an older piece I love. Nothing like a good pondering session in a forest.

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🎨 sparklemarkers.com
Illustration of a girl pondering her reflection in a forest pond.
June 5, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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Sabina's writing is so brilliant, funny, and swoony. I'm so thrilled to be her agent!! 🎉
nordqvistbooks.bsky.social Sabina Nordqvist @nordqvistbooks.bsky.social · Jun 2
Super excited to announce I’m now represented by the lovely @swekstein.bsky.social !! 🥳
June 2, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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Happy Pub day to JOEY THE GOOD by Erin Fry, a touchingly funny MG about a sweat-averse kid who is forced to spend his summer climbing mountains with his cool, athletic cousin. I love this book! Get your copy today! mountains.https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/joey-the-good-erin-fry/1145949179
Joey the Good|Paperback
Twelve-year-old sweat-averse Joey is psyched for his summer of relaxation and perfecting his butt-shaped indentation on the couch. Sure, he wishes that his best friend, Xander, wasn’t always bus...
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May 20, 2025 at 3:12 PM
swekstein.bsky.social
Hey all! Just a heads up that I do not want to be notified of full requests from other agents. I have this request on my query form and profiles, but I still get messages about it all the time. I just need to know if you get an offer. My inbox is already unwieldy without extra messages.
May 15, 2025 at 7:39 PM