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BibiSenthi

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UK KidLit Writer and Illustrator Represented by Essie White at Storm Literary Agency. I keep a list of all the rainbows I have seen. bibisenthi.com 🌟🌟Debut Picture Book "The Sounds that Shelter Me" due Autumn 2026 Illustrated by Felishia Henditirto.🌟🌟

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Jul 25

Thanks so much to my wonderful agent @essiewhite.bsky.social at @stormliterary.bsky.social and my wonderful critique partners too!I

Essie White @essiewhite.bsky.social · Jul 24

This beautiful, authentic #PB found an exceptional home at Magination Press. Written by @bibisenthi.bsky.social and illustrated by Felishia Henditirto THE SOUNDS THAT SHELTER ME speaks to sensory challenges a young child faces and how Tamil music brings comfort and calm @stormliterary.bsky.social

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · 20d

Not yet!

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Ooh I'll find you there!

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · 28d

Thank you! You too! Did you find a group yet?

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barley & birch @barleyandbirch.com · Sep 10

Discover our curated collection of over 50 enchanting bird-themed picture books for children, guaranteed to inspire a love for nature and spark their imagination. 🐥🦆🦅🦉

Find them all here: barleyandbirch.com/read-50-bird...

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Sep 10

Wow looks beautiful! Thanks for sharing - I've never heard of it!

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Sep 10

Yes please! Thanks so much! 🥰

BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Sep 10

We also love Time for Tea with Ted and Let's Explore with Ted. All with imagination, cosy endings and lots of fun noises!

BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Sep 10

I'm also only just realising the genius of this now we have a toddler. We've loved it for months, but now, "Time to Go" is a happy phrase (obvs not always!) but we do get a smile of recognition which gives a little space for ending whatever else the toddler may be doing! 🌟

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Sep 10

Another kidlit favourite in our home is by @sophyhenn.bsky.social with @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social

Time to Go with Ted!
We love the big flaps, and Ted imagining where they might go & who they'll meet at the shops or the park... Lots of animal noises to be made, & a cosy ending! 📚👍🏾

Cover of a board book. Colourful title says "Time to Go with Ted" and there is a graphic illustration of a little boy with binoculars, a butterfly net, a bucket and spade, wellies and a woolly hat.

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Sep 10

Did you manage to find one?

BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Sep 10

Did you manage to find one?

BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Sep 10

Hi, is this still open?

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Cassandra Berger @cassandradraws.bsky.social · Sep 3

Hi BlueSky! Help me find other debut picture book author/illustrators with books coming out in 2026! Trying to find my people 🎨🖌️ #kidlit #2026debut

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Sep 10

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Judy Bryan ~ Children’s Book Author @judybryanauthor.bsky.social · Jun 29

I joined a picture book marketing group with other author/illustrators who have books coming out in 2026
(pbmix26 on Instagram). Looking forward to lots of fun and celebration next year!! 🎉 #kidlit #picturebooks #KidLitMegaFeed

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Sep 10

Ooh me too! Mine is due autumn 2026, about a neurodivergent girl who uses the sounds of Tamil music to help her during a meltdown. From Magination Press.

Tonnye Fletcher @tonnyef.bsky.social · Feb 12

Hey #kidlit I'm looking to join a marketing group for 2026 releases. Anybody got one starting up that needs more authors? My debut is due out in Spring '26 -- a lyrical NF PB from Reycraft.

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Jennifer Doehring @jenniferdoehring.bsky.social · Oct 8

It’s #portfolioday? In that case, hi! I’m Jennifer, an author-illustrator of all #kidlit, but my favorite is picture books! My debut comes out in 2026. 😃 I’d love any illustration project that involves weather, mood, and magic!

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Sep 9

Sounds gorgeous!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · Sep 2

Happy #BookBirthday to MEMORY STONES and LES PIERRES DE MÉMOIRE by Kathy Kacer, illustrated by Hayley Lowe

When Sophie learns that some people place stones on loved ones’ graves, because stones last forever, she has an idea for a special way to remember her Granny.

#booksky #NewBooks #CanadianLit

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DK Mok @dkmok.bsky.social · Aug 7

Recently read Words That Taste Like Home by Sandhya Parappukkaran. A beautiful picture book about an immigrant boy struggling to stay connected to the world he left behind. Michelle Pereira’s illustrations are enchanting, full of rich colours and soft textures. Heartfelt. 1/2

💙📚👍🏼 #BookSky #KidLit

The cover of a children’s picture book titled Words That Taste Like Home, from award-winning creators Sandhya Parappukkaran and Michelle Pereira. A magical illustration of a boy embracing his grandmother beneath a fruiting mango tree. The background behind the boy depicts geometric high-rise buildings. The background behind his grandmother depicts a Malayali-style town.

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Aug 3

Omg I am soooo excited by the sketches and storyboards from the artist bringing my text to life. There's so much movement, it's warm, dreamy, and just gorgeous!! Cannot wait!

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#PitchDis @pitchdis.com · Jul 7

#Agents and acquiring #editors, #PitchDis is a little over two months away! Please make sure to register for the event so you can access pitches September 16-19.

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BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Jul 25

Aww thank you! 🥰

BibiSenthi @bibisenthi.bsky.social · Jul 25

Thanks so much to my wonderful agent @essiewhite.bsky.social at @stormliterary.bsky.social and my wonderful critique partners too!I

Essie White @essiewhite.bsky.social · Jul 24

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Essie White @essiewhite.bsky.social · Jul 24

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