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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · 6d

Hooray, it's #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm an illustrator rep'd by
@charlottewenger.com

and I'm interested in:
-Earthy/ nostalgic/ vintage colour palettes
-Animals & nature, small humans
-Magical objects, treasures, curiosities
#illustrator #kidlitillustrator #childrensillustrator

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Aug 22

Last days of summer! #art #illustration #childrensillustration

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Aug 15

Thanks so much! 🥰

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Aug 15

Teenagehood <3 #art #illustration

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Aug 7

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I love drawing human and animal characters, magical little objects, and nature scenes. My agent is @charlottewenger.com and you can view my portfolio here: www.menekarepka.com/personalwork

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · May 2

Some highlights from Canadian Children's Book Week with the author of The Mango Monster, Derek Mascarenhas! So fun to finally meet Derek and meet some great people. #canadianchildrensbookweek #kidlit #canadiankidlit #kidlitartist

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · May 2

A little late for #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm an illustrator rep'd by @charlottewenger.com
and I'm interested in:
-Earthy/ nostalgic/ vintage colour palettes
-Animals & nature, small humans
-Magical objects, treasures, curiosities
#illustrator #kidlitillustrator #childrensillustrator

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Cheryl A. Johnson @cherylajohnson.bsky.social · Apr 29

FAVE FOUR

If you'd like to see other kidlit recommendations, pop on over to cherylajohnsonwrites.weebly.com.

@menekarepka.bsky.social
@heidieys.bsky.social
@mstewartscience.bsky.social
@brianlies.bsky.social
@stefwade.bsky.social

#kidlit
#kidlitbookstack
#kidlitrecommendations

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 26

Art for Our Planet Week- "Hear the Ocean," "Feel the Air," and "Touch the Ground." #kidlitart #childrensillustration

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 19

My favourite novel...no. My favourite picture book- yes! The Paper Bag Princess (Annick Press).

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 9

I am quite certain the dad version is the best version. 😄

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 9

Ahhh okay, thanks for letting me know, I need to look that up now! Hehe. 😀

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 8

Thank you so much!! 🥰

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 8

I am so sorry but I don't understand who/ what Fod is?!

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 8

Hi #PortfolioDay !
I'm Meneka (like Monica but Men). I love drawing animal characters and nature scenes! More here:

www.menekarepka.com/personalwork

And my agent is @charlottewenger.bsky.social at Prospect Agency!

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A.J. Irving 🩷💜💙 @ajirving.bsky.social · Apr 4

GOOSE EGG ISLAND has a perfect balance of information, tension, and tender moments. The gorgeous language by Julia Richardson and breathtaking art by @menekarepka.bsky.social will delight little birders and nature lovers! #kidlit #kidlitart

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 6

Thank you!! 😍

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 4

Thank you Mark! :)

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 3

Oh hi there #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm an illustrator rep'd by @charlottewenger.bsky.social and I'm interested in:
-Earthy/ nostalgic/ vintage colour palettes
-Animals & nature, small humans
-Magical objects, treasures, curiosities
#illustrator #kidlitillustrator #childrensillustrator

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 2

Some excellent books here, and I'm not biased at all 😀

I am a Librarian! @qtpilibrarian.bsky.social · Apr 2

CELEBRATE! 🥳
#newbooksday #librarylife
@scalzi.com
@johnsandford.bsky.social
@traciapeterson.bsky.social
@harlancoben.bsky.social
@stephlittlebird.bsky.social
@tomking.bsky.social
@sophiebeerdraws.bsky.social
@philtinline.bsky.social
@grivlin.bsky.social
@menekarepka.bsky.social

Books on a table:
Demon Slayer Kimetsu Academy volumes 3 & 5
El Fuego by David Rubin
Animal Pound by Tom King & Peter Gross
The Welcome Book by Danna Smith
Banana Bop by Sandra Boynton

Stack of books:
April Fools by Jess Lourey
The Summer Book Club by Susan Mallery
Land of Dreams by Lauraine Snelling
Nobody's Fool by Harlan Coben
I Would Die For You by Sandie Jones
A Constant Love by Tracie Peterson
Pomona Afton Can So Solve a Murder by Bellamy Rose
What is Wrong with You by Paul Rudnick
Lethal Prey by John Sandford (in standard and large print)
When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi
This Book Will Bury Me by Ashley Winstead

Stack of books:
Simply Physics published by DK
Mayo Clinic Guide to Your Baby's First Years
The Ride by Kostya Kennedy
AI Valley by Gary Rivlin
Ghosts of Iron Mountain by Phil Tinline
Drink Your Garden by Belinda Kelly and Venise Cunningham

Stack of books:
Parachute Kids by Betty C. Tang
The Shadow Bride by Shelby Mahurin
The Summer of the Bone Horses by Virginia Sneve
Super Stories of the Prophets
Miracles of the Prophets
Miss Prim Goes Wild by Katy Rose
My Mama Bear and Me by Sophie Beer
Little Blue Truck and Racer Red by Alice Schertle
Blake the Snake Bakes a Cake by Amy Young
Over in the Garden by Janna Matthies
Goose Egg Island by Julia Richardson
Head Full of Clouds by Joanne Schwartz

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Apr 1

Happy book birthday to GOOSE EGG ISLAND by Julia Richardson, published by Sleeping Bear Press! Here's a little peek at the art process. #bookbirthday #publicationday #kidlit #kidlitartist

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Mar 30

The Mango Monster 🥭 (written by Derek Mascarenhas & illustrated by me) was shortlisted for the IODE Ontario Jean Throop Book Award! 🏆 #kidlit #kidlitawards #childrensbooks

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Mar 28

Bird Nerd 😎 #kidlitillustration #childrensillustration #kidlitart #childrensbooks

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Dano Moreno @dano-moreno.bsky.social · Mar 23

My advanced copies arrived! Here’s a peek inside Pride is Love. I’m in awe of Nakul P.’s stunning illustrations!

Stay proud! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️❤️

#KidLit #PrideIsLove #JoyIsResistance @randomhousekids.bsky.social

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · Mar 19

Opening day for Peaches Baseball! ⚾ #kidlitillustration #childrensillustration #childrensbookillustration #illustration #littleleaguebaseball

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