Andi Chitty
@andichitty.bsky.social
Marveling at the magical world of #kidlit and creepy crawlies! Writer and backyard adventurer.
Co-host of @StorytimeSprint.bsky.social
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1206704021/the-waga-laga-bugs-a-hardcover-picture-book
Co-host of @StorytimeSprint.bsky.social
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1206704021/the-waga-laga-bugs-a-hardcover-picture-book
Who says you can't do fun things when you self-publish?! Look at that shininess🤩
Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte
#kidlit #picturebook #specialcover
Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte
#kidlit #picturebook #specialcover
January 24, 2026 at 11:37 PM
Who says you can't do fun things when you self-publish?! Look at that shininess🤩
Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte
#kidlit #picturebook #specialcover
Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte
#kidlit #picturebook #specialcover
I have to unexpectedly cover a shift at work this morning, so I'm repurposing yesterday's post🫣
Only 6 days left to preorder "The Waga-Laga Bugs" through Kickstarter! All books will arrive in April (just in time for BUG SEASON)!🦋🐞🐜🐛🐝
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#picturebook #educational
Only 6 days left to preorder "The Waga-Laga Bugs" through Kickstarter! All books will arrive in April (just in time for BUG SEASON)!🦋🐞🐜🐛🐝
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#picturebook #educational
January 17, 2026 at 1:08 PM
I have to unexpectedly cover a shift at work this morning, so I'm repurposing yesterday's post🫣
Only 6 days left to preorder "The Waga-Laga Bugs" through Kickstarter! All books will arrive in April (just in time for BUG SEASON)!🦋🐞🐜🐛🐝
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#picturebook #educational
Only 6 days left to preorder "The Waga-Laga Bugs" through Kickstarter! All books will arrive in April (just in time for BUG SEASON)!🦋🐞🐜🐛🐝
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#picturebook #educational
7 days left!🥳 You've heard the backstory, watched the printing process, celebrated a Kirkus Star with me, and more. With one week left to get your preorder in, time is ticking (but only if you want a copy- no pressure. Pressure tactics make me uncomfortable.)
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
January 16, 2026 at 2:35 PM
7 days left!🥳 You've heard the backstory, watched the printing process, celebrated a Kirkus Star with me, and more. With one week left to get your preorder in, time is ticking (but only if you want a copy- no pressure. Pressure tactics make me uncomfortable.)
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
We got a KIRKUS STAR⭐️! Of all the books Kirkus reviews, only 10% receive a star (that includes traditionally published books, too)!
Oh! And don't forget... only 9 days left to get in on The Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#kirkus #tradereviews #picturebook
Oh! And don't forget... only 9 days left to get in on The Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#kirkus #tradereviews #picturebook
January 14, 2026 at 9:27 PM
We got a KIRKUS STAR⭐️! Of all the books Kirkus reviews, only 10% receive a star (that includes traditionally published books, too)!
Oh! And don't forget... only 9 days left to get in on The Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#kirkus #tradereviews #picturebook
Oh! And don't forget... only 9 days left to get in on The Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#kirkus #tradereviews #picturebook
Day 8/19: Evolution of a Children's Book Cover
There is so much to consider when creating a cover (font, title placement, etc). I love how it turned out!
Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte
Kickstarter Link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#childrensbook #picturebook #kidlit
There is so much to consider when creating a cover (font, title placement, etc). I love how it turned out!
Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte
Kickstarter Link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#childrensbook #picturebook #kidlit
January 12, 2026 at 5:09 PM
Day 8/19: Evolution of a Children's Book Cover
There is so much to consider when creating a cover (font, title placement, etc). I love how it turned out!
Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte
Kickstarter Link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#childrensbook #picturebook #kidlit
There is so much to consider when creating a cover (font, title placement, etc). I love how it turned out!
Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte
Kickstarter Link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#childrensbook #picturebook #kidlit
Day 5/19: My 5-year-olds Favorite Page!
It's day 5 of "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter, so I thought I'd share my 5yo's favorite page! The page turn here is a kid-favorite (this is also my toddlers favorite- he yells "BOOM"!).
Kickstarter link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
It's day 5 of "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter, so I thought I'd share my 5yo's favorite page! The page turn here is a kid-favorite (this is also my toddlers favorite- he yells "BOOM"!).
Kickstarter link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
January 9, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Day 5/19: My 5-year-olds Favorite Page!
It's day 5 of "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter, so I thought I'd share my 5yo's favorite page! The page turn here is a kid-favorite (this is also my toddlers favorite- he yells "BOOM"!).
Kickstarter link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
It's day 5 of "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter, so I thought I'd share my 5yo's favorite page! The page turn here is a kid-favorite (this is also my toddlers favorite- he yells "BOOM"!).
Kickstarter link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
Day 4/19: My Favorite Spread!
We're 4 days into my Kickstarter for "The Waga-Laga Bugs" , so I think it's time to share my favorite spread!
Sandra took my text and ran (flew?) with it🐝
Check out the Kickstarter here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#honeybees #picturebooks #kidlit
We're 4 days into my Kickstarter for "The Waga-Laga Bugs" , so I think it's time to share my favorite spread!
Sandra took my text and ran (flew?) with it🐝
Check out the Kickstarter here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#honeybees #picturebooks #kidlit
January 8, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Day 4/19: My Favorite Spread!
We're 4 days into my Kickstarter for "The Waga-Laga Bugs" , so I think it's time to share my favorite spread!
Sandra took my text and ran (flew?) with it🐝
Check out the Kickstarter here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#honeybees #picturebooks #kidlit
We're 4 days into my Kickstarter for "The Waga-Laga Bugs" , so I think it's time to share my favorite spread!
Sandra took my text and ran (flew?) with it🐝
Check out the Kickstarter here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
#honeybees #picturebooks #kidlit
Do you love watching the printing process? Me, too😊
It's day 3, and "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter goal was met on day 2. I'm blown away by the support! Thank you❤️
Our Kickstarter ends on the 23rd, so there's still time to check it out!
#howitsmade #picturebooks
It's day 3, and "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter goal was met on day 2. I'm blown away by the support! Thank you❤️
Our Kickstarter ends on the 23rd, so there's still time to check it out!
#howitsmade #picturebooks
January 7, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Do you love watching the printing process? Me, too😊
It's day 3, and "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter goal was met on day 2. I'm blown away by the support! Thank you❤️
Our Kickstarter ends on the 23rd, so there's still time to check it out!
#howitsmade #picturebooks
It's day 3, and "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter goal was met on day 2. I'm blown away by the support! Thank you❤️
Our Kickstarter ends on the 23rd, so there's still time to check it out!
#howitsmade #picturebooks
Why does December 31st feel so far away from January?!
2026 is starting off with a bang for me as I prepare to launch my first ever Kickstarter🫣 My campaign will have some sneak-peeks at the interior pages! I'm so excited to show you all!!
#kickstarter #childrensbooks #publishing
2026 is starting off with a bang for me as I prepare to launch my first ever Kickstarter🫣 My campaign will have some sneak-peeks at the interior pages! I'm so excited to show you all!!
#kickstarter #childrensbooks #publishing
January 2, 2026 at 1:51 PM
Why does December 31st feel so far away from January?!
2026 is starting off with a bang for me as I prepare to launch my first ever Kickstarter🫣 My campaign will have some sneak-peeks at the interior pages! I'm so excited to show you all!!
#kickstarter #childrensbooks #publishing
2026 is starting off with a bang for me as I prepare to launch my first ever Kickstarter🫣 My campaign will have some sneak-peeks at the interior pages! I'm so excited to show you all!!
#kickstarter #childrensbooks #publishing
I started this writing journey in 2021, but 2025 was the year I finally felt like an author. It was a year for the books (literally), and I am SO EXCITED for 2026... the year of The Waga-Laga Bugs!
I hope 2026 brings good things to you on this crazy author journey, no matter which path you choose❤️
I hope 2026 brings good things to you on this crazy author journey, no matter which path you choose❤️
December 31, 2025 at 10:54 PM
I started this writing journey in 2021, but 2025 was the year I finally felt like an author. It was a year for the books (literally), and I am SO EXCITED for 2026... the year of The Waga-Laga Bugs!
I hope 2026 brings good things to you on this crazy author journey, no matter which path you choose❤️
I hope 2026 brings good things to you on this crazy author journey, no matter which path you choose❤️
With #Storystorm on the 1st, my Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter launching on the 5th, and the kids starting school again, January is going to be a BUSY month!
I highly recommend you check out @taralazar.bsky.social blog and sign up for this year's Storystorm!
#kidlit #childrensauthors #busyjanuary
I highly recommend you check out @taralazar.bsky.social blog and sign up for this year's Storystorm!
#kidlit #childrensauthors #busyjanuary
December 27, 2025 at 1:05 PM
With #Storystorm on the 1st, my Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter launching on the 5th, and the kids starting school again, January is going to be a BUSY month!
I highly recommend you check out @taralazar.bsky.social blog and sign up for this year's Storystorm!
#kidlit #childrensauthors #busyjanuary
I highly recommend you check out @taralazar.bsky.social blog and sign up for this year's Storystorm!
#kidlit #childrensauthors #busyjanuary
Recording this sing-along was SO much fun, and I'm so excited for little Yoto users to read and sing along to "Bananas in the Bath"!
If you have a Yoto Player, be sure to check it out in the Open Mic section🎉
Composed by: @nitashajackson
#yoto #yotoplayer #boardbook
If you have a Yoto Player, be sure to check it out in the Open Mic section🎉
Composed by: @nitashajackson
#yoto #yotoplayer #boardbook
December 12, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Recording this sing-along was SO much fun, and I'm so excited for little Yoto users to read and sing along to "Bananas in the Bath"!
If you have a Yoto Player, be sure to check it out in the Open Mic section🎉
Composed by: @nitashajackson
#yoto #yotoplayer #boardbook
If you have a Yoto Player, be sure to check it out in the Open Mic section🎉
Composed by: @nitashajackson
#yoto #yotoplayer #boardbook
🌟It's Happening🌟
"The Waga-Laga Bugs" will be launching on Kickstarter this month! Visit the link, and be sure to click "Notify Me On Launch" if you'd like to receive an email when the campaign begins❤️
Illustrations by Sandra Attema
#picturebook #Bugs
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
"The Waga-Laga Bugs" will be launching on Kickstarter this month! Visit the link, and be sure to click "Notify Me On Launch" if you'd like to receive an email when the campaign begins❤️
Illustrations by Sandra Attema
#picturebook #Bugs
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
December 1, 2025 at 3:26 PM
🌟It's Happening🌟
"The Waga-Laga Bugs" will be launching on Kickstarter this month! Visit the link, and be sure to click "Notify Me On Launch" if you'd like to receive an email when the campaign begins❤️
Illustrations by Sandra Attema
#picturebook #Bugs
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
"The Waga-Laga Bugs" will be launching on Kickstarter this month! Visit the link, and be sure to click "Notify Me On Launch" if you'd like to receive an email when the campaign begins❤️
Illustrations by Sandra Attema
#picturebook #Bugs
www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
I went 2 weeks with no sales (or so I thought), then BAM!
-I sold out at one location,
-another wants 10 more books
-and someone ordered a book bundle from my website!
BONUS: someone let me know their kid carries their copy around AND sleeps with it
#boardbooks #childrensbooks #kidlit #publishing
-I sold out at one location,
-another wants 10 more books
-and someone ordered a book bundle from my website!
BONUS: someone let me know their kid carries their copy around AND sleeps with it
#boardbooks #childrensbooks #kidlit #publishing
November 12, 2025 at 7:27 PM
I went 2 weeks with no sales (or so I thought), then BAM!
-I sold out at one location,
-another wants 10 more books
-and someone ordered a book bundle from my website!
BONUS: someone let me know their kid carries their copy around AND sleeps with it
#boardbooks #childrensbooks #kidlit #publishing
-I sold out at one location,
-another wants 10 more books
-and someone ordered a book bundle from my website!
BONUS: someone let me know their kid carries their copy around AND sleeps with it
#boardbooks #childrensbooks #kidlit #publishing
It's a Bananas in the Bath SING-ALONG! Well, a teaser at least😆 This video took a bit of time to put together, so I'm sharing a sneak-peek before I dive into the rest of the book!
ENJOY!!
#singalong #childrensbooks #boardbooks #toddlers #preschoolers #childrenssong
ENJOY!!
#singalong #childrensbooks #boardbooks #toddlers #preschoolers #childrenssong
November 1, 2025 at 5:30 PM
It's a Bananas in the Bath SING-ALONG! Well, a teaser at least😆 This video took a bit of time to put together, so I'm sharing a sneak-peek before I dive into the rest of the book!
ENJOY!!
#singalong #childrensbooks #boardbooks #toddlers #preschoolers #childrenssong
ENJOY!!
#singalong #childrensbooks #boardbooks #toddlers #preschoolers #childrenssong
Join us on @StorytimeSprint tomorrow at 8pm as we talk with @barbakoffbooks.bsky.social about "Mazel Toes!" (art by Annita Soble) and hear Audrey read it! We'll also have a Q&A and GIVEAWAY!
Don't forget to register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
@ryannjones117.bsky.social
#kidlit
Don't forget to register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
@ryannjones117.bsky.social
#kidlit
October 27, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Join us on @StorytimeSprint tomorrow at 8pm as we talk with @barbakoffbooks.bsky.social about "Mazel Toes!" (art by Annita Soble) and hear Audrey read it! We'll also have a Q&A and GIVEAWAY!
Don't forget to register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
@ryannjones117.bsky.social
#kidlit
Don't forget to register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
@ryannjones117.bsky.social
#kidlit
I try to do 1 thing everyday for my books (nothing is too small), and today I added them to the SCBWI BookStop page! It was $25 per listing (so $50 for the 2 books). Will it be worth it? Time will tell, but as always I'll let you know :)
#publishing #scbwi #kidlit #boardbooks
#publishing #scbwi #kidlit #boardbooks
October 26, 2025 at 12:56 PM
I try to do 1 thing everyday for my books (nothing is too small), and today I added them to the SCBWI BookStop page! It was $25 per listing (so $50 for the 2 books). Will it be worth it? Time will tell, but as always I'll let you know :)
#publishing #scbwi #kidlit #boardbooks
#publishing #scbwi #kidlit #boardbooks
Susanna Hill's 15th Annual Halloweensie Writing Contest opens on Wednesday! I don't have the bandwidth to write an entry this year, but I love this contest (and all of Susanna's contests) so I wanted to do a quick shoutout!
Check out more details here: susannahill.com/2025/10/11/i...
Check out more details here: susannahill.com/2025/10/11/i...
October 25, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Susanna Hill's 15th Annual Halloweensie Writing Contest opens on Wednesday! I don't have the bandwidth to write an entry this year, but I love this contest (and all of Susanna's contests) so I wanted to do a quick shoutout!
Check out more details here: susannahill.com/2025/10/11/i...
Check out more details here: susannahill.com/2025/10/11/i...
"Rock-a-Bye Forever" is officially open to preorders! This has been such a labor of love, and we're so happy to release it into the world💕
*Preorders will NOT arrive until January*
(Link in bio)
#boardbook #babyshowergift #singtoyourbabies #kidlit #babies #newbabygift
*Preorders will NOT arrive until January*
(Link in bio)
#boardbook #babyshowergift #singtoyourbabies #kidlit #babies #newbabygift
October 22, 2025 at 8:15 PM
"Rock-a-Bye Forever" is officially open to preorders! This has been such a labor of love, and we're so happy to release it into the world💕
*Preorders will NOT arrive until January*
(Link in bio)
#boardbook #babyshowergift #singtoyourbabies #kidlit #babies #newbabygift
*Preorders will NOT arrive until January*
(Link in bio)
#boardbook #babyshowergift #singtoyourbabies #kidlit #babies #newbabygift
Just a little promise from us to you👌
This is a screenshot of the copyright page for our upcoming book, "The Waga-Laga Bugs" (TM). It's so important for kids to read my words and admire Sandra's art while *knowing* they're made by us and not AI.
#childrensbooks #picturebooks #kidlit #Bugs
This is a screenshot of the copyright page for our upcoming book, "The Waga-Laga Bugs" (TM). It's so important for kids to read my words and admire Sandra's art while *knowing* they're made by us and not AI.
#childrensbooks #picturebooks #kidlit #Bugs
October 22, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Just a little promise from us to you👌
This is a screenshot of the copyright page for our upcoming book, "The Waga-Laga Bugs" (TM). It's so important for kids to read my words and admire Sandra's art while *knowing* they're made by us and not AI.
#childrensbooks #picturebooks #kidlit #Bugs
This is a screenshot of the copyright page for our upcoming book, "The Waga-Laga Bugs" (TM). It's so important for kids to read my words and admire Sandra's art while *knowing* they're made by us and not AI.
#childrensbooks #picturebooks #kidlit #Bugs
The digital proof for "Rock-a-Bye Forever" arrived, and I am so in love I had to share it with you all🥹 I can't wait to hold this book in my hands❤️
Incredible illustrations by Naya Kirichenko 💕
#boardbooks #singtoyourbabies #lullaby #childrensbooks
Incredible illustrations by Naya Kirichenko 💕
#boardbooks #singtoyourbabies #lullaby #childrensbooks
October 21, 2025 at 12:38 AM
The digital proof for "Rock-a-Bye Forever" arrived, and I am so in love I had to share it with you all🥹 I can't wait to hold this book in my hands❤️
Incredible illustrations by Naya Kirichenko 💕
#boardbooks #singtoyourbabies #lullaby #childrensbooks
Incredible illustrations by Naya Kirichenko 💕
#boardbooks #singtoyourbabies #lullaby #childrensbooks
It's SPOOKY SEASON!! And what's scarier to an author-mom than ripped books👻Sorry for the awful joke, everyone😂
#halloween #spookyseason #books #kidlit
#halloween #spookyseason #books #kidlit
October 12, 2025 at 1:52 PM
It's SPOOKY SEASON!! And what's scarier to an author-mom than ripped books👻Sorry for the awful joke, everyone😂
#halloween #spookyseason #books #kidlit
#halloween #spookyseason #books #kidlit
500 felt like a lofty goal when I set it, but it gets closer and closer to becoming a reality every day! ❤️
October 4, 2025 at 9:37 PM
500 felt like a lofty goal when I set it, but it gets closer and closer to becoming a reality every day! ❤️
Having accurate backmatter is a MUST for picture books, so I was ecstatic to connect with Professor Kristen E. Reiter on this journey! "The Waga-Laga Bugs" is entomologist approved!
Bugs are *fascinating*, I can't wait to share all about them!🦋🐞🐝🐛🐜
#backmatter #bugs #picturebooks #kidlit
Bugs are *fascinating*, I can't wait to share all about them!🦋🐞🐝🐛🐜
#backmatter #bugs #picturebooks #kidlit
September 27, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Having accurate backmatter is a MUST for picture books, so I was ecstatic to connect with Professor Kristen E. Reiter on this journey! "The Waga-Laga Bugs" is entomologist approved!
Bugs are *fascinating*, I can't wait to share all about them!🦋🐞🐝🐛🐜
#backmatter #bugs #picturebooks #kidlit
Bugs are *fascinating*, I can't wait to share all about them!🦋🐞🐝🐛🐜
#backmatter #bugs #picturebooks #kidlit
September 9, 2025 at 9:38 PM