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Kelsey E. Gross

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#kidlit author. FALL: A SEASONS STORY (August 2026, Beach Lane), SPRING: A SEASONS STORY (spring 2028, Beach Lane), WINTER: A SOLSTICE STORY (2023) & SUMMER: A SOLSTICE STORY (2024) from Paula Wiseman/Simon & Schuster. #12x12PB #SCBWI kelseyegross.com

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FREE Book Chat happening Tuesday, March 18th at 8pm ET/5pm PT!

Join us for this month’s #12x12PB Book Chat with Jenn Mouhadi as she shares how her new #picturebook πŸ“š CHARLOTTE'S NEW MOCCASINS went from idea to bookshelf!

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#kidlit #12x12PB

07.03.2026 18:31 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Cover of the picture book, BORED by Felicita Sala. A child lays on their back on a heap of clothing/ pillows.

Cover of the picture book, BORED by Felicita Sala. A child lays on their back on a heap of clothing/ pillows.

Such a kid-friendly, relatable premise! And I love how imagination is the solution to the problem. A well-crafted #picturebook by Felicita Sala. #kidlit

10.03.2026 12:46 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Book cover: stack of books with text--largest ones say "Banned Together Our fight for readers' rights. Edited by Ashley Hope PΓ©rez, Illustrated by Debbie Fong. Others list contributor names: Elana K. Arnold, Nikki Grimes, Ellen Hopkins, Kelly Jensen, Brendan Kiely, Maia Kobabe, Bill Konisgberg, Kyle Luhoff, Marinaomi, Trung Le Nguyen, Isabel Quintero, Traci Sorell, Robin Stevenson, Padma Venktraman.

Book cover: stack of books with text--largest ones say "Banned Together Our fight for readers' rights. Edited by Ashley Hope PΓ©rez, Illustrated by Debbie Fong. Others list contributor names: Elana K. Arnold, Nikki Grimes, Ellen Hopkins, Kelly Jensen, Brendan Kiely, Maia Kobabe, Bill Konisgberg, Kyle Luhoff, Marinaomi, Trung Le Nguyen, Isabel Quintero, Traci Sorell, Robin Stevenson, Padma Venktraman.

I highly recommend Banned Together, an anthology by @ashleyhopeperez.bsky.social and @debbiefong.com with many great writers and artists.
If you want to learn more about censorship, enjoy great stories, or learn how to be an advocate, this book is for you! #YAbooks #freadom #freedomtoread

09.03.2026 04:57 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Can't wait to read this new #mg from @jilanne.bsky.social !!

09.03.2026 12:28 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Can't wait!!!!

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Little hockey lovers want to know.....What would hockey players do without a puck?

Congrats to Donna Marx and Daniel Sulzberg!!
#hockey #sports #kidlit #picturebooks

03.03.2026 19:22 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

Hooray, Jilanne!! Congratulations!!

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Congrats, Donna and Daniel!! Yay!!

03.03.2026 22:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Jashar Awan Enjoyed chatting with award-winning author/illustrator Jashar Awan about his awesome new picture book - Loops.

Illustrating is so much like poetry: "...simplicity doesn’t mean easyβ€”it means every mark is that much more important."

Interview with Jashar Awan, #Caldecott Honor winner.
#kidlit #illlustration #picturebooks #illustrators

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03.03.2026 05:43 πŸ‘ 28 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

CAN'T WAIT!!!! This is such a gorgeous book!!

02.03.2026 13:11 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you so much for your kind words!

27.02.2026 17:04 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Fantastic interview, fantastic book!!!

27.02.2026 14:08 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you! Yes, it is so warm and soft!

27.02.2026 14:08 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🍁COVER REVEAL! Thrilled to share Renata Liwska's beautiful cover for FALL: A SEASONS STORY, available now for preorder wherever you buy books! Owl & friends return for another adventure...this time with a new friend, Monarch. Fluttering onto shelves August 25😊 @simonkids.bsky.social #kidlit

27.02.2026 12:39 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 3 πŸ“Œ 1
Cover of the picture book HOW TO HATCH: A GOSLING'S GUIDE TO BREAKING FREE by Sara Holly Ackerman and Galia Bernstein. Shows a gosling walking off the page, away from a cracked egg.

Cover of the picture book HOW TO HATCH: A GOSLING'S GUIDE TO BREAKING FREE by Sara Holly Ackerman and Galia Bernstein. Shows a gosling walking off the page, away from a cracked egg.

HOW TO HATCH is a genius #nonfiction #picturebook! Takes a topic kids are naturally curious about & makes it fun, accessible, and engaging. Well done, @sarahollyackerman.bsky.social! #kidlit

24.02.2026 14:07 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Great interview! Love hearing more about Jilanne's inspiration for this fabulous book!!

24.02.2026 13:42 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

So fun to hear the story behind the story!

24.02.2026 13:40 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

YAY! Way to go, Jennifer!!!

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Cover of the picture book TWELVE DARING GRAYS by Nora Nickum and Elly MacKay. Picture of gray whales swimming in the ocean, there is a sunrise and land in the distance.

Cover of the picture book TWELVE DARING GRAYS by Nora Nickum and Elly MacKay. Picture of gray whales swimming in the ocean, there is a sunrise and land in the distance.

THRILLED to get my copy of Twelve Daring Grays by my writing pal, @noranickumbooks.bsky.social. Absolutely stunning! I was captivated by this story and the gorgeous art by Elly MacKay. It is a MUST read! #picturebooks #kidlit

18.02.2026 19:34 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

CONGRATS!!! So happy for you! Love this book :)

18.02.2026 14:06 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Cover of the picture book MUNGO ON HIS OWN - a fox kit leaping through a field of grass and daisies.

Cover of the picture book MUNGO ON HIS OWN - a fox kit leaping through a field of grass and daisies.

Such a sweet and relatable book about a young one developing independence! Poetic language and soft, inviting illustrations. Well done, @matthewburgessj.bsky.social and @juliebenbassat.bsky.social #picturebook #kidlit

17.02.2026 14:01 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Excited for my @pbspree.bsky.social pal @kmgreenwald.bsky.social -- The Cabbage Seed's Colossal Secret launches today! This is such an inspiring story. #kidlit #picturebooks

17.02.2026 12:44 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

YAY, Karen!!! Congratulations!!

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πŸ‘A fun new bedtime book!

16.02.2026 19:21 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Cover of the picture book, WIND WATCHERS from Micha Archer. Picture of a girl holding onto her hat as the wind blows around her, carrying pink flower petals.

Cover of the picture book, WIND WATCHERS from Micha Archer. Picture of a girl holding onto her hat as the wind blows around her, carrying pink flower petals.

I love all of Micha Archer's #picturebooks and this one is no exception! Brilliant, engaging exploration of wind from a child's POV, with gorgeous art. #kidlit #kidlitart

12.02.2026 15:57 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘ Bonnie!!

10.02.2026 12:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Cover of the picture book, IF YOU MAKE A CALL ON A BANANA PHONE by Gideon Sterer and Emily Hughes. Picture of a gorilla holding a phone up to its ear. Background is red.

Cover of the picture book, IF YOU MAKE A CALL ON A BANANA PHONE by Gideon Sterer and Emily Hughes. Picture of a gorilla holding a phone up to its ear. Background is red.

This #picturebook is an absolute delight! All about the joy of making a new friend...human or not!
Well done, Gideon Sterer and Emily Hughes. #kidlit

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A laptop computer is open with the words WORLD READ ALOUD DAY 2026 on it. Two books are next to it: WINTER: A SOLSTICE STORY and SUMMER: A SOLSTICE STORY by Kelsey E. Gross and Renata Liwska.

A laptop computer is open with the words WORLD READ ALOUD DAY 2026 on it. Two books are next to it: WINTER: A SOLSTICE STORY and SUMMER: A SOLSTICE STORY by Kelsey E. Gross and Renata Liwska.

Happy World Read Aloud Day! I'm excited to chat with kids today. #kidlit

04.02.2026 15:05 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Exciting! Still one of my favorites 😊

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