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Isabella Kung

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🖋Author + 🎨illustrator of 🌊 NUNU AND THE SEA 🐈‍⬛NO FUZZBALL! & 🐈NO SNOWBALL! 🎨Illustrator of 123 CATS & ABC CATS 👩🏻‍🏫 Instructor @storyteller_academy ☎️ Rep: @literaticat.bsky.social 🔗 www.IsabellaKung.com

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · Mar 5

🌊COVER REVEAL!!!✨
I’m SO excited to announce: on October 14th 2025,NUNU AND THE SEA will finally take the shelves by storm!

#illustration #picturebook #picturebookillustration #childrensbooks #ownvoices #picturebookart #socialemotionallearning #kidlitmegafeed #kidlitart #kidlit #illustrationartists

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 17h

Thank you for everyone at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social ‘s unwavering support!

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Andrea Brown Literary Agency @andreabrownlit.bsky.social · 17h

It's a Kirkus star for NUNU AND THE SEA written and illustrated by Isabella Kung (@isabellakung.bsky.social)

🌟 “Captivating. An emotional journey of epic proportions.” 🌟

Read the Full Review here

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“Captivating. An emotional journey of epic proportions.” -Kirkus starred review for NUNU AND THE SEA

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 6d

So cute!!

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 6d

Nice, I admire that. I haven’t drawn for myself in a while 😅

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Anna Daviscourt 🔜 Lightbox Expo 607 @annadaviscourt.bsky.social · 6d

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day!
I'm Anna, an author/illustrator from the PNW. I'm a fan of patterns, nature and loveable characters-all culminating in this ode to the undergrowth!

🍄[email protected]
🪲annadaviscourt.com

#Kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday
#kidlit #kidlitart #illustration

The left side is a detailed painting of brown undergrowth filled with dry leaves, twigs and bugs. Orange mushrooms and small green leaves burst through while two small green characters with leaves on their heads hold hands. The right side is white with text that reads: illustrator-author/ANNA DAVISCOURT/annadaviscourt@gmail.com/annadaviscourt.com
Made with acrylic gouache and colored pencils on Bristol paper.

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 6d

Phew!!! Here to celebrate that! So proud of youuuuu👏👏👏!! Now take a break! Your poor fingers and back needs it! (I know the feeling though, nice to be on a roll and feel accomplished)

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David Hohn @davidhohn.bsky.social · 6d

Hey look! It's #kidlitartpostcard day!
It’s the time of year when everyone — even the scarecrows — enjoy a scary tale

Portfolio: www.davidhohn.com
Represented by: @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social

#childrensbook #spookystories #kidlitart #illustration

Jackolantern kids listen in horror and wonder as an adult jackolantern tells them a halloween tale

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Sojung Kim-McCarthy @creativesojung.bsky.social · 6d

Hi #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m a Korean illustrator based in the UK. I illustrate PB-MG, & love working on folktales, food, and stories about finding a new home & friends.

Portfolio: sojungkimmccarthy.art

Email: sojungkimmccarthy.gmail.com

Agent: Susan Hawk (Upstart Crow Literary)

New agent announcement illustration in traditional Korean minhwa style. A Korean girl in hanbok riding on the back of a roaring tiger is greeting a three-legged crow on a pine tree. The writing in a red square in traditional stamp style says “Repped by Upstart Crow.”

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Gordy Wright @gordywright.bsky.social · 7d

Hello #KidLitArtPostcard 👋

My name is Gordy and I'm a Scotland based illustrator painting my illustrations in gouache, acrylic and inks 🎨

🌐 gordywright.com
📚 Rep’d by The Bright Agency

#childrensbooks #kidlitart #illustration

Illustration of Addax, Xeric and Oryx travelling across the sand dunes of the Sahara desert

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Christopher Thornock @thornockstudios.bsky.social · 6d

Tiny witch. Tiny hat. ‘Lil attitude. Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Boo. I’m Chris and you can find more work at thornockstudios.com. Queries to Lori at Steelworks Literary. #kidlit #illustrator #witch #halloween

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Charlene Chua @charlenedraws.bsky.social · 6d

Hello #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Charlene Chua & I illustrate books for kids.

🌟Open for 2026 book projects! 🌟

Portfolio - charlenechua.com
Agent - Tracy Marchini

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #PB #GN #chapterbooks #boardbooks

art of 3 cute witches riding on broomsticks above a city. each witch has a cute cat familiar riding with her.

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Victoria Maderna @victoriamaderna.com · 6d

Hey there #kidlitartpostcard! 🍂

I'm Victoria, an Argentinian illustrator based in France, and I love autumn and painting nature and animals. Looking for new projects (PB, MG, covers & +)!

🖥️ victoriamaderna.com
✉️ [email protected]

Painting of a boar in a sweater with a mushroom basket, holding and smelling a mushroom. Text underneath says: Victoria Maderna - hi@victoriamaderna.com - victoriamaderna.com

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 6d

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm Gina Perry, an author and illustrator of children's books, and creator of this monthly event. I'm rep'd for books by Sean McCarthy, more work at: www.ginaperry.com #kidlit

Vertical illustration. A kid vampire is laying in his coffin, curled up with his cat and a book named SUN KID. The book is emitting a warm glow. Text reads Gina Perry www.ginaperry.com Rep'd by Sean McCarthy

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 6d

Also, I chose to show this piece for @soi128.bsky.social ‘s 2025 #OriginalArtShow! 💖 I’m so thrilled #Nunuandthesea has been selected, it’s been a dream to be part of that show since I was in college.

Anyone attending the opening night in NYC? I hope to meet you IRL there!
#kidlit #illustration

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Vanessa Morales @phonemova.bsky.social · 6d

Hi/Hola #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Vanessa Morales 🇲🇽 & I’m a kidlit Illustrator

✨I’m Open for 2026 book projects! So please don’t hesitate to reach out my agent

Portfolio - www.phonemova.com
Agent - Stefanie Sanchez Von Borstel

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #PB #chapterbooks #boardbooks

Spooky mix of Halloween and Día de Muertos Art, because these two are my favourite festivities! I’d love to work in a spooky picture book

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Malia Pila @maliapila.bsky.social · 6d

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day and 2nd day of Halloween!

I'm Malia, a hapa Hawaiian illustrator who loves stories that are a little unusual and playing with seasonal color palettes.

Rep'd by James McGowan of Bookends Literary
✨ maliapila.com for more of my work!

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · 6d

Happy Fall! I’ve shared this illustration few of weeks ago as part my preorder campaign(free poster!). Since this is my FAV spread from #Nunuandthesea I feel the urge to share it officially for #kidlitartpostcard 💖
Rep’d by @literaticat.bsky.social
Portfolio: isabellakung.com
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#kidlit #kidlitart

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Andrea Brown Literary Agency @andreabrownlit.bsky.social · 10d

My Barrio Sings in Spanglish illustrated by @gabbyzapata.bsky.social

Patriots of Color at Lexington and Concord by Ray Anthony Shepard

Baby Truck @ericasirotich.bsky.social

Harry the Hairiest Laurenne Sala @isabellakung.bsky.social

My Barrio Sings in Spanglish
Elizabeth Lee at Penguin Workshop has bought world rights to My Barrio Sings in Spanglish by Mónica Mancillas (l.), illustrated by Gabby Zapata. This picture book follows Liliana who loves to sing along to the natural music and movement of her Los Angeles barrio. Publication is set for fall 2027; Melissa Edwards at Stonesong Press represented the author, and Kelly Sonnack at Andrea Brown Literary Agency represented the illustrator.

Patriots of Color at Lexington and Concord
Carolyn Yoder at Astra/Calkins Creek has bought, in an exclusive submission, world rights to The Forgotten: Patriots of Color at Lexington and Concord by Ray Anthony Shepard (Runaway; A Long Time Coming), illustrated by R. Gregory Christie, an historical fiction picture book that gives voice to the Black and Brown men and women who participated in the events at Lexington and Concord in the first battles of the American Revolution. Publication is planned for 2027; Caryn Wiseman at Andrea Brown Literary Agency represented the author, and the illustrator represented himself.

Baby Truck
Wendy McClure at Sourcebooks Jabberwocky has bought world rights to Baby Truck by JD Davis (l.), illustrated by Erica Sirotich, first in a board book series about an infant truck whose days are filled with exciting activities and fun routines as he learns how to be a big boy truck. Publication is set for fall 2026; Jennifer Newens at Martin Literary Management represented the author, and Jennifer Laughran at Andrea Brown Literary Agency represented the illustrator in the three-book deal.

Harry the Hairiest
Olivia Luchini at Penguin Workshop has bought world rights to Harry the Hairiest by Laurenne Sala (l.), illustrated by Isabella Kung. The picture book follows a furry monster named Harry who longs to be appreciated for things other than his hair. Publication is planned for fall 2026; Kelly Sonnack and Jennifer Laughran at Andrea Brown Literary Agency represented the author and illustr

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · Aug 20

For the "The Sea Reflects" poster exclusive at @booksofwonder.bsky.social , preorder here: booksofwonder.com/products/978....

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · Aug 20

For the "Something New" turtle poster exclusive at On Waverly, preorder here: www.onwaverly.com/products/nun....

Nunu & The Sea

Preorder from On Waverly and receive: ✨ A SIGNED hardcover of Nunu and the Sea ✨ An exclusive 11x17” poster featuring one of Isabella Kung’s favorite illustrations from the book ------- In this whimsi...

www.onwaverly.com

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · Aug 20

A huge thank you and deepest gratitudes to friends at On Waverly & @booksofwonder.bsky.social !

Orders will be shipped out on publishing date 10/14/2025, OR come pick it up at the launch party at On Waverly & celebrate with me! (Invitation coming soon!)🥳

Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · Aug 20

🚨EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT!🚨
I’ve made preorder goodies for NUNU AND THE SEA coming out 10/14/2025 - 11x17” POSTERS of 2 of my favorite illustrations, exclusively available at two of my favorite indie bookstores! 💖Preorder links in the comments!

#kidlit #kidlitart #picturebook #childrensbooks #art

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Isabella Kung @isabellakung.bsky.social · Aug 20

Time for a new profile pic 🥰 did you know Nunu is my family nickname? What’s yours? Please tell me in the comments!

NUNUN AND THE SEA coming out 10/14/2025! 🌊🌊🌊

#kidlit #kidlitart #picturebook #childrensbook #authorillustrator #emotions

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Shiho Pate ペイトしほ Illustration @shihopate.bsky.social · Aug 8

Summer is almost over aka my daughter is going back to school soon and I don't want it to enddd😭 It went by so fast this year..!
#kidlitart

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Greg Pak @gregpak.net · Aug 7

"A.i." doesn't empower anyone. It strips them of belief in themselves and the power of their own minds and hands and abilities and stories.

EVERY KID CAN DRAW. EVERY KID CAN TELL STORIES AND MAKE COMICS.

Fuck "A.i." for telling kids lies and making them less-than.

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