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Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Sounds interesting!

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you, Ashley for participating today. I am thrilled that you liked my PB pitch. When I checked your MSWL, I don't see PB as a category. Should I still go ahead and send you a query? I would love to share my manuscripts if you are interested in picture books. Thanks, Kiran.

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Click Clack Click; Ishaan is ready for his first ever roller coaster ride. As he is about to board the ride, he discovers he is an inch too short to take the plunge. As Ishaan navigates different ways to appear taller, he discovers something that is as grand as the roller coaster. #DVPIT #PB

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Just realised that I can't schedule posts on BSKY! :( While the kidlit world will be actively pitching, I'll be dreaming about the hearts I receive on BSKY! ;) #DVPIT #12hoursapart

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Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

We do! Thanks for your support! :)

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Thanks Pallavi! :)

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

So intriguing! Good luck, Molly! :)

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Thanks, Molly! :)

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

In SUNDAYS ARE FOR SINDHI CURRY, Madhu and her Ma cook up a traditional curry for her best friend. This is the first time she is making curry without her grandma by her side. Madhu follows the recipe perfectly but discovers there is more to cooking than following the exact measurements. #DVPIT #PB

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Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

I agree!!

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Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

So intriguing! Good luck! :)

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Love love love!

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Thanks a ton, Kaushani! :)

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Hello! I am! Good luck to both of us. :)

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Woah!! Wow!

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Cute! :)

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Interesting! Good luck! :)

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Wow, sounds interesting! Good luck!

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 1d

Once again, Mumbai's water crisis leaves Rhea with only a bucket of water for the whole day. With chores like bathing and watering the plants and a thirsty dog, the bucket of water is fast disappearing! Will Rhea make every drop count? #DVPIT #PB #OWN

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Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 2d

Looking forward to participate in DVPIT! Who else is participating? Let me know in the comments below. :)

#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 2d

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

2025 Fall Writing Frenzy Entry Form is UP!

Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 8d

Submitted my entry just now! Looking forward to read everyone's stories and connect with the kidlit community. Thank you @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social and @lydialukidis.bsky.social and all the wonderful donors.
#Fallwritingfrenzy

KaitlynLeann7 @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social · 8d

Submit your entry NOW for the 2025 #FallWritingFrenzy #kidlit competition. See post for more details!

@lydialukidis.bsky.social

Click on the blog post above to enter into the Fall Writing Frenzy for 2025! Make sure to thank our donors and invite all your #kidlit writing friends to submit a story for great prizes by Oct 3rd! Find the rules here. If you have any questions, make sure to check our FAQs. Can't wait to read your work! Sincerely, Kaitlyn Sanchez

kaitlynleannsanchez.com

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Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · 8d

Loved your story! :)

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Kiran @kiranvazir.bsky.social · Aug 21

love it!