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Hollie Michaels
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Kidlit Author, Illustrator, Playwright GOLDA AND EZRA series - Capstone CHILDREN OF HOOVERVILLE - YouthPLAYS Member of 12x12, SCBWI and Kids Comics Unite, Children’s Media Association www.holliemichaels.
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · Jan 16
Just an author holding her first set of books that are now out in the world for young readers to gobble up.

Illustrations by Claudio Cerri and published by @capstonepub.bsky.social

#kidlit #goldaandezra
A photo of me - Hollie wearing a black hat, smiling ear to ear and holding four Golda and Ezra books - chapter book series.
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 15h
Thank you Rajani!
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 15h
Thank you!
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 17h
Sounds page turning!
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 17h
Sounds great! 🤩
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 17h
This sounds so exciting and your art is amazing!
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 17h
So cute!
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 18h
What a fun concept and characters!
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 18h
This gave me chills! So good.
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 18h
This sounds so fun! Fingers crossed because I need to read this!
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 18h
GREENWILD x CAMP SYLVANIA

To save everyone from the dangers lurking under their noses at camp for Witch Scouts, Febe will have to live up to her family name, survive the camp drama, the dragon, the carnivorous plant, a vengeful camp director and all her self-doubts. #ND #JV #F #MG #DVpit
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 19h
Thank you!
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 20h
Dodo and Willa, brought back from extinction for an interplanetary science fair, but when they don’t win first place, they are left behind where they discover their time is limited, unless they find the kids who brought them back in the first place. #DVPit #DVART #GN #CB #SF #ND #MG #HA
An illustration of a mini mammoth with purple hair and a pink outfit runs toward us holding a vile. Next to her is a dodo trying to catch up. Title reads "Dodo and Willa, Outrunning Extinction" Information on the project. Format -Trim 6X7.5 Ages: 7 to 10 Pages: 128 Comps: Phineas and Ferb, The RIse of G.E.M.S., Bird and Squirrel, Catsronauts. Then a description of the pitch. Dodo and Willa, Outrunning Extnction. Dodo, a bird and Willa, a mini mammoth, are brought back from extinction by two genius kids in the future, for an interplanetary science fair, but when they don’t win first place, Dodo and Willa are left behind. That’s when the two new unlikely friends discover that their time is limited, unless they can find the kids who brought them back in the first place. To do that Dodo and Willa, will have to catch them before they get home-on the other side of the galaxy. 
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 21h
Hi #DVArt,

I’m Hollie your friendly #ND and #JV #illustrator/ author looking for rep and projects. Open to #PB to #MG ~ When I’m not creating stories for young people, I’m trying to bake things that are sugar free but still yummy.
#DVPit #wfh #kidlitart
Two little girls baking and making a mess. Babies with their lovies. Movers moving into an apt and a kid not happy he’s moving. Three bears sleuths behind a door.
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#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 1d
TOMORROW (Oct 8th) is #DVpit! Any unagented Marginalized writer or artist seeking out representation is invited to participate from 8AM - 8PM ET!
Please make sure you review our rules & guidelines before the event: dvpit.carrd.co#faq

#writersky #booksky #artistsky #weneeddiversebooks
#DVPit Rules -#DVpit (Diverse Voices Pitch) is a Bluesky event for marginalized creators that have been historically underrepresented in publishing to pitch their work to agents & editors -Post your pitch on Bluesky on Wednesday, Oct 8, 2025 between 8AM ET - 8PM ET -Only post once per hour (6 max pitches per project) -Must have a polished, query ready manuscript or art portfolio. -Pitch must include the #DVpit hashtag (illustrators pitching their art must use the #DVArt hashtag) -A like from an agent = a query request -A repost from an editor = interest in submission once you've signed with an agent -A like from an editor = editor who takes unagented submissions -Please do not like or repost a pitch if you are not an agent or an editor. Support other creators by replying to their pitch or quote-reposting their pitches -Visit dvpit.carrd.co for more detailed guidelines. #DVpit 2025 has 70+ Agents & Editors committed to participate & boost marginalized creators from the following literary agencies and publishers: Andrea Brown Lit Ash Literary Azantian Literary Agency Dystel, Goderich & Bourret Folio Literary Management Gallt & Zacker Literary Gelfman Schneider Literary Hachette Grand Central Publishing Little Brown Books for Young Readers Harper Collins Harlequin Hanover Square HG Literary Inked in Gray Press Jill Grinberg Literary Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency Macmillan Feiwel & Friends Farrar, Straus & Giroux Roaring Brook Press Saturday books Wednesday books Mad Woman Literary Neighborhood Literary New Leaf Literary & Media Open Book Literary Page Street Publishing Park, Fine & Brower Penguin Random House Ballantine Berkley Delacorte Labyrinth Road Penguin Workshop Viking Root Literary Simon & Schuster Aladdin Atheneum Atria McElderry Sheldon Fogelman Agency Sourcebooks Stonefruit Studio Triada US Writers House Zando
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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 6d
Calling all #agents, #editors, and #publishers of #graphicnovels for #kids through YA!

Check out all the fantastic stories pitched at KidlitGN.com , now through October 31... and don't forget to request! There are over 150 #pitches from over 125 #creators!
Post text is overlaid on a comic style orange background with POW zigzags
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 6d
Hi #kidlitartpostcard day!

I’m Hollie, and fall is my favorite season! I’d love to work on a spooky or cozy PB, Chapter Books, MG and early GNs… please and thank you!

[email protected]
www.holliemichaels.com

*seeking rep*
A group of trick or treaters are freaked out as they wait in line at a house, when in the middle of the line a vampire kid and ghost - both in costumes - are floating.
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#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 7d
#DVpit is 1 week away!

We're excited to have over 70+ Agents & Editors committed to participate & boost marginalized creators from dozens of literary agencies and publishing imprints!

For the next week we'll be having a #DVparty to get hyped up for the event!

more info: dvpit.carrd.co

#writersky
#DVpit 2025 has 70+ Agents & Editors committed to participate & boost marginalized creators from the following literary agencies and publishers: Andrea Brown Lit Ash Literary Azantian Literary Agency Dystel, Goderich & Bourret Folio Literary Management Gallt & Zacker Literary Gelfman Schneider Literary Hachette Grand Central Publishing Little Brown Books for Young Readers Harper Collins Harlequin Hanover Square HG Literary Inked in Gray Press Jill Grinberg Literary Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency Macmillan Feiwel & Friends Farrar, Straus & Giroux Roaring Brook Press Saturday books Wednesday books Mad Woman Literary Neighborhood Literary New Leaf Literary & Media Open Book Literary Page Street Publishing Park, Fine & Brower Penguin Random House Ballantine Berkley Delacorte Labyrinth Road Penguin Workshop Viking Root Literary Simon & Schuster Aladdin Atheneum Atria McElderry Sheldon Fogelman Agency Sourcebooks Stonefruit Studio Triada US Writers House Zando
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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 9d
PITCHES ARE OPEN! Submit your comics-style PBs, early, MG or YA #graphicnovel projects from now until Oct. 1 at 11:59 EDT Submit at: www.kidlitgn.com #KidLitGN

#comics #pitchevent #pitch #MG #YA #PB #GB #kidlit
KidLitGN – Hosting Pitch Events For Creators of Kids through YA Graphic Novels
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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 9d
GN creators, only TWO days left to load your PB, Early, MG or YA #graphicnovel projects at the #KidLitGN 2025 pitch event at www.kidlitgn.com

The pitch window closes on Oct. 1 at 11:59 EDT but #agents and #editors can look all month!

#pitchevent #kidlit #illustrators #graphicnovels #comics
The pitch window for #kidlitGN is OPEN! Editors and Agents can start reviewing pitches on Oct 1. Start here - KIDLITGN.com - and pitch now on our website.
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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 14d
The next #KidLitArtPostcard event is Thursday, October 2nd. Just over a week away! We will be extending the event through Friday in recognition of Yom Kippur. #kidlit www.ginaperry.com/postcard
All about KidLitArtPostcard — Gina Perry Illustrations
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Larissa D. Elliott @larissadelliott.bsky.social · 12d
It's time for all the October art challenges! My challenge for you is to include diversity in the art you're making. Feel free to go out of order or include diversity beyond what's included in this list. Use the hashtag #DiversifyMyArt or #DiversifyMyArt2025 and feel free to tag me!
#DiversifyMyArt October challenge 2025. Feel free to combine with other challenges. 1. Cleft lip 2. Crutches or cane 3. Curly hair 4. Vitiligo 5. Insulin pump or glucometer 6. Pregnancy 7. Cerebral Palsy 8. Tattoos 9. Fat positivity 10. Leg braces 11. Piercings 12. Oxygen tank 13. Lazy eye 14. Birthmark 15. Broken arm or leg 16. Facial hair 17. Evidence of faith 18. Braids/locs 19. Mixed race family 20. Dwarfism 21. Twins 22. Religious headwear 23. Albinism 24. Cornrows 25. LGBTQIA+ 26. Prosthetic limb 27. Service animal 28. Hair loss 29. Visual impairment 30. Saree 31. Sign language
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Andrea Brown Literary Agency @andreabrownlit.bsky.social · 12d
We’re back with #ABLArtFest 2025! 

There's a lot going on in the world these days, so this year we're offering weekly prompts this year instead of daily ones.

Use the #ABLArtFest hashtag and tag @andreabrownlit so everyone can find you. 

We can't wait to see what great pieces you come up with!
ABLA art fest 2025 prompts for illustrators: fall festivities, the crystal ball reveals, ghostly encounters, chats by the cauldron, trunk or treat
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KidLitGN @kidlitgn.bsky.social · 21d
Prize drop #3!
Win a 12-month license to the fantastic Clip Studio Paint EX- software built for making comics!
Enter: kidlitgn.com/articles/

Clip Studio Paint is a long-time sponsor of #KidLitGN 's pitch event! www.clipstudio.net/en/

#kidlit #graphicnovels #pitchevent #illustrators
CLIP STUDIO PAINT - More powerful drawing.
Your go-to art studio, fully packed with customizable brushes & tools. Available on Windows, macOS, iPad, iPhone, and Android.
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Allison Rozo @allisonrozo.bsky.social · 22d
Thank you dear Vivian Kirkfield for celebrating UNIQUE LIKE YOU! Please go to @viviankirkfield.bsky.social to link to her Blog to read & comment for a chance to WIN a signed copy and a 🫏 Stuffy! 🥳 🇨🇴
#hispanicheritagemonth @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social #bookbirthday #kidlitwriter #kidlit #picturebook
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Hollie Michaels @hbmichaels.bsky.social · 22d
Best overheard dialogue I heard in Brooklyn this weekend -

“I’m not a Queen. I’m an empress.”

Writer friends - What have you over heard recently that got your ears tuned in?

#writingcommunity
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