# KidLit Community On Bluesky
Since I mainly joined Bluesky in hopes of helping to establish my new home for connecting with the kidlit community (writers, illustrators, [[For Educators & Librarians|educators and librarians]], [[For Agents|agents]], [[For Book Editors|editors]], [[For Art Directors & Book Designers|art directors and book designers]], other book industry people, etc.), you shouldn't be surprised that my main community-building focus on Bluesky has been on the kidlit community.
![[Cover-For-KidLit-v02-flat-1024.jpg]]
If you're new to Bluesky, I strongly recommend starting with my "[Start Here](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/bluesky)" section and also browse The Basics. For a bare-bones guide for those who just wanted to get started, see my [Quickstart Guide](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/quickstart).
If you're looking for Starter Packs, here's a directory of thousands of Starter Packs you can search by keywod: https://blueskydirectory.com/starter-packs/all
> [!NOTE] This is NOT an official Bluesky resource!
> Be aware that this is a living vault, very much a work-in-progress. It is NOT meant to be a 100% accurate and finished resource. Please note that these tips are just based on my own experience. What works for me may not work for you. Feel free to send me feedback via [[Contact Debbie]]
>
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# MASTER INDEX (KidLit/YA):
[Quick ways to find others in the KidLit Community](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#Quick+ways+to+find+others+in+the+KidLit+Community)
## [KidLit Custom Feeds](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#KidLit+Custom+Feeds)
- [General KidLit/YA Feeds](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#General+KidLit%2FYA+Feeds)
- [PB: Picture Books & Picture Book Creators feed](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#PB+Picture+Books+%26+Picture+Book+Creators+(Feeds))
- [MG: Middle Grade Books & MG Book Creators feed](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#MG+Middle+Grade+Books+%26+MG+Book+Creators+(Feeds))
- [YA: Young Adult Books & YA Book Creators feed](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#YA+Books+%26+YA+Book+Creators+(Feeds))
- [KidLit Illustrators feed](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#KidLit+Illustrators+(Feeds))
- [Industry Feeds feed](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#Industry+Feeds)
- [Book Recommendation Feeds feed](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#Book+Recommendation+Feeds)
- [KidLit/YA Organization Feeds feed](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#KidLit%2FYA+Organization+official+feeds)
- [Misc](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#Misc)
## [KidLit Starter Packs](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#KidLit+Starter+Packs)
- [General KidLit/YA starter packs](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#GENERAL+KIDLIT%2FYA+(Starter+Packs))
- [Marginalized Groups starter packs](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#MARGINALIZED+GROUPS+(Starter+Packs))
- [KidLit/YA geographic focus starter packs](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#GEOGRAPHIC+FOCUS+(Starter+Packs))
- [SCBWI-focused starter packs](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#SCBWI-focused)
- **[Starter Packs For:](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#SUB_GROUPS+(Starter+Packs))**
- [Agents](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#AGENTS+Starter+Packs)
- [Authors](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#AUTHORS+Starter+Packs)
- [Book Bloggers/Reviewers](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#BOOK+BLOGGERS%2C+REVIEWERS%2C+ETC+Starter+Packs)
- [Bluesky Events ](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#BLUESKY+EVENTS+Starter+Packs)
- [Editors ](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#EDITORS+Starter+Packs)
- [Illustrators](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#ILLUSTRATORS+Starter+Packs)
- [Poets](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#POETS+Starter+Packs)
- [Picture Book People](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#PICTURE+BOOK+People+Starter+Packs)
- [Publishers](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#PUBLISHERS+Starter+Packs)
- [K-12 Educators & Librarians](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#K-12+EDUCATORS+%26+LIBRARIANS+Starter+Packs)[]()
## [KidLit Lists](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#KidLit+Lists)
- [Kidlit/YA Trade Publishers on Bluesky](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#List%20of%20Kidlit/YA%20Publishers%20on%20Bluesky)
- [PB: Lists of Picture Book Authors on Bluesky](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#PB+Lists+of+Picture+Book+Authors+on+Bluesky)
- [PB: Lists of Picture Book Illustrators on Bluesky](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#PB+Lists+of+Picture+Book+Illustrators+on+Bluesky)
- [CB: Lists of Chapter Book Authors on Bluesky](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#CB+Lists+of+Chapter+Book+Authors+on+Bluesky)
- [CB: Lists of Chapter Book Illustrators on Bluesky](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#CB+Lists+of+Chapter+Book+Illustrators+on+Bluesky)
- [GN: Lists of KidLit Graphic Novel Authors on Bluesky](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#GN+Lists+of+KidLit+Graphic+Novel+Authors+on+Bluesky)
- [GN: Lists of KidLit Graphic Novel Illustrators on Bluesky](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#GN+Lists+of+KidLit+Graphic+Novel+Illustrators+on+Bluesky)
- [MG: Lists of Middle Grade Authors on Bluesky](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#MG+Lists+of+Middle+Grade+Authors+on+Bluesky)
- [MG: Lists of Middle Grade Illustrators on Bluesky](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#YA+Lists+of+Young+Adult+Authors+on+Bluesky)
- [YA: Lists of Young Adult Authors on Bluesky](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#YA+Lists+of+Young+Adult+Authors+on+Bluesky)
[KidLit Events](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#KidLit+Events)
[Some useful hashtags](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#Some+useful+Hashtags)
[Related Resources](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#Related+Resources)
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## Quick ways to find others in the KidLit Community
- Search for hashtags like \#KidLit and (if you're an illustrator) \#KidLitArt
- Follow the [KidLit Mega Feed](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/feed/kidlit). More info and how to post to this feed [here](https://blueskyfeedcreator.com/p/debbieohi.com/kidlit)
- Looking for specific people or communities related to KidLit/YA? In addition to the resources below, be sure to check out:
- [[For Art Directors & Book Designers]]
- [[For Agents]]
- [[For Book Editors]] (still in early stages of being updated)
- [[For Educators & Librarians]]
- [[For Graphic Novel & Comics Community]] (still in early stages)
- [[For Booksellers and Book Lovers]]
- Read [[d. How To Find Interesting People|How To Find Interesting People and Content]] for additional tips.
- Check out [Brian Kirby](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com)'s Feeds, Starter Packs, and Lists. Brian frequently posts community-building tips, resources, and excellent "explainers."
- Attend events like \#[KidLitChat](https://bsky.app/profile/kidlitchat.bsky.social) (every Tues 9p ET/6 pm PT). Find more at [[Bluesky Events]].
- Browse [Kate Messner's KidLit Community Google Spreadsheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/15I3su7BXUHL2Rl3IOB3TgPc62hfK7HiOuRqUobXwWDM/edit?gid=1429882275#gid=1429882275). List of authors, illustrators, teachers, librarians, bloggers, publishing professionals, and other people who make and/or love books for young readers. [Fill out this form to be added](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAhnftHxOh8NWQEkxTIDEsWccM7vC4HSSLaS9mbqUn3_pmSw/viewform).
- TIP: You can search for Starter Packs via [this Bluesky Directory](https://blueskydirectory.com/starter-packs/all?page=2).
# KidLit Custom Feeds
See [[Feeds]] for more info about what Custom Feeds are, etc.
> [!NOTE] Kidlit Custom FEED suggestions from Bluesky Community
> Do you know of General Custom FEEDS related to Kidlit? [Please reply to this Bluesky thread](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lajue5ttsk2f) so others can see. Thank you!
## General KidLit/YA Feeds
- [KidLit Mega Feed](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/feed/kidlit): A collaborative feed drawing posts tagged with \#kidlit and related tags/keywords from curated kidlit lists. Main Admins: Brian Kirby, Charlene Chua, and me (Debbie Ridpath Ohi). For more info about the feed and how to post to it, [see this page](https://blueskyfeedcreator.com/p/debbieohi.com/kidlit). Created in BlueskyFeedCreator.com.
- [KidLit Community](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com/feed/aaadfzkvbpqwc) - by [@boringstorybook.com](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com). "KidLit authors, illustrators, educators, librarians, and publishing professionals"
## PB: Picture Books & Picture Book Creators (Feeds)
> [!NOTE] Picture Books & Creator Feeds suggestions from Bluesky Community
> Do you know of Custom Feeds related to Picture Books & Picture Book Creators? [Please reply to this Bluesky thread so others can see](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lajtxr2bk22q). Thank you!
>
- [Picturebook](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com/feed/aaak3gtzwbz32) - by [@boringstorybook.com](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com). Aggregating posts that mention "picturebook."
## MG: Middle Grade Books & MG Book Creators (Feeds)
> [!NOTE] MG Books & Creator Feeds suggestions from Bluesky Community
> Do you know of Custom Feeds related to MG Books & MG Book Creators? [Please reply to this Bluesky thread so others can see](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3latp6uhtsk2m). (link coming soon) Thank you!
>
Also see:
[MG Hub Starter Pack](https://bsky.app/starter-pack-short/Eb3RAWX) - by [@doucette515.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/doucette515.bsky.social)
## YA Books & YA Book Creators (Feeds)
> [!NOTE] YA Books & Creator Feeds suggestions from Bluesky Community
> Do you know of Custom Feeds related to YA Books & YA Book Creators? [Please reply to this Bluesky thread so others can see](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3latpdd3lts2m). Thank you!
## KidLit Illustrators (Feeds)
> [!NOTE] KidLit Illustrator Feed suggestions from Bluesky Community
> Do you know of Custom Feeds related to KidLit Illustrators? [Please reply to this Bluesky thread so others can see](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3latplqjrys2m). Thank you!
>
- [KidLitArt](https://bsky.app/profile/charlenedraws.bsky.social/feed/aaabsmvdh5yuk) Feed - by [@charlenedraws.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/charlenedraws.bsky.social). Posts tagged with \#KidLitArt. Mostly used by illustrators who do children's books and children's illustrations.
- [Kidlit Art!🎨 Feed](https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:wqxkatcfmjhtopmz56xckzsa/feed/aaahyqys3ffjo) by [@kellienicely.com](https://bsky.app/profile/kellienicely.com). Focus on art & art discussions for children incl. Picture, Chapter & Board Books, Cover Art, Graphic Novels & related fields! Registered contributors can post to the feed using \#kidlitart or 🎨. "May take post a few mins to show up."
## Industry Feeds
> [!NOTE] Book Publishing Industry Feed suggestions from Bluesky Community
> Do you know of Custom Feeds related to the Book Publishing Industry? [Please reply to this Bluesky thread so others can see](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3latqbty5qc2m). Thank you!
- [Book Publishing Industry News](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/feed/pubnews) - by [@debbieohi.com](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com). Picks up posts from a curated list of users who use \#BookIndustryNews hashtag to push posts to the feed. I am actively seeking more contributors! If you're interested, [please read the guidelines](https://blueskyfeedcreator.com/p/debbieohi.com/pubnews), which also includes info on how to let me know you'd like to contribute.
- [Book Bans & Libraries](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/feed/bookbans) - by [@debbieohi.com](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com). Picks up posts (no replies) about book banning and book censorship from a list of approved users. [More info here](https://blueskyfeedcreator.com/p/debbieohi.com/bookbans).
- [Call For Submissions](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/feed/mswl) - by [@debbieohi.com](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com). Not just KidLit. Before submitting or querying, [please read this info](https://blueskyfeedcreator.com/p/debbieohi.com/mswl).
## Book Recommendation Feeds
> [!NOTE] KidLit/YA Book Recommendation Feed suggestions from Bluesky Community
> Do you know of Custom Feeds that recommend KidLit/YA Books by more than one person? [Please reply to this Bluesky thread so others can see](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3latqmm2mp22m). Thank you!
>
- [KidLit/YA Book Boosts](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/feed/kidlit-ya-recs) - by [@debbieohi.com](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com). Authentic book recommendations (no self-promo) from the Bluesky kidlit/YA book community. [Here's more info about my feed and how to be added](https://debbieohi.link/KidLitYA-BookRecs-Info).
## KidLit/YA Organization official feeds
> [!NOTE] KidLit/YA Organization Feed suggestions from Bluesky Community
> Do you know of Custom Feeds that focus on an official organization representing the kidlit community? [Please reply to this Bluesky thread so others can see](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3latr2umhds26). (link coming soon) Thank you!
- [SCBWI](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com/feed/aaalghliqr5m2) - by [@boringstorybook.com](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com). Aggregates post that include "SCBWI." Also see Brian's List of [SCBWI Regional Accounts](https://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social/lists/3kxjdtr6u5h2l), [SCBWI Regional Accounts Starter Pack](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social/3kyebfptt2g2q).
- [SCBWI](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/feed/feed-scbwi) - by [@debbieohi.com](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com). Searches across the platform for the hashtag \#scbwi, related hashtags (SCBWI events), related words and phrases. Please do NOT use the \#scbwi hashtag if your post art is not directly related to SCBWI or \#SCBWIDrawThis ; please use \#KidLitArt instead (for kidlit-related art).
- [ ] Also look under [Starter Packs with a Geographic Focus](https://publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/for-kidlit#GEOGRAPHIC+FOCUS+(Starter+Packs)).
## Misc
- [PBParty Finalists](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com/feed/aaanfcipbsdeq) - by [@boringstorybook.com](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com). Annual PBParty contest for unagented writers & author/illustrators.
# KidLit Starter Packs
See [[Starter packs|Starter Packs]] for info about what Starter Packs are, etc.
> [!NOTE] KidLit Starter Pack suggestions from Bluesky Community
> Do you know of Starter Packs related to KidLit? [Please reply to this Bluesky thread so others can see](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lajtxr2bk22q). Thank you!
## GENERAL KIDLIT/YA (Starter Packs)
[KidLit Community](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/boringstorybook.com/3kvurbpfb2m2u): by [@boringstorybook.com](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com)
[KidLit Community Starter Pack Starters](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/paulvinelli.bsky.social/3lb3nh43hbf2a) - by [@paulvinelli.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/paulvinelli.bsky.social)
[KidLit Creators](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/bgowriter.bsky.social/3larzyd66ya2n) - by [@bgowriter.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/bgowriter.bsky.social)
Note: Also see [[For Educators & Librarians]] & other related community resources.
## MARGINALIZED GROUPS (Starter Packs)
[Diverse Kid Lit Creators](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/kidlitedna.bsky.social/3lbxyfaessi2n) - by [@kidlitedna.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/kidlitedna.bsky.social)
[Traditionally Published Black YA Authors & Pros](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/melodysimpson.bsky.social/3lb4a7wdird2x) - by [@melodysimpson.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/melodysimpson.bsky.social)
[Latinx KidLit Creators](https://bsky.app/starter-pack-short/Ug7wAZg) - by [@gamaville.com](https://bsky.app/profile/gamavalle.com)
## GEOGRAPHIC FOCUS (Starter Packs)
[Canadian KidLit & YA Community](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/debbieohi.com/3kw7s5suqlc2m) - by [@debbieohi.com](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com) (me).
[SCBWI Canada East Members](https://bsky.app/profile/parentclub.bsky.social/post/3lbfcnrvdrv2z) - by @[parentclub.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/parentclub.bsky.social)
[UK Children's & YA Literary Agents & Publishers](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/joannamoult.bsky.social/3laol5klje62t) - by [@joannamoult.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:vyow5j2h5y6divbqtvaaqral)
[Illustrators UK](https://go.bsky.app/RDKBN2i) - by [@studionib.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/studionib.bsky.social)
[Authors who do primary school visits (UK)](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/abielongstaff.bsky.social/3lb7zb4b5ow2a) - by [@abielongstaff.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/abielongstaff.bsky.social)
## ORGANIZATION-focused
[Friends Of The Highlights Foundation](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/paulvinelli.bsky.social/3laxe2puzgg2c) - by [@paulvinelli.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/paulvinelli.bsky.social)
[SCBWI Canada East Members](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/scbwicanadaeast.bsky.social/3la4rebyb472j)
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## SUB_GROUPS (Starter Packs)
### AGENTS Starter Packs
[KidLit/YA Agents](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/debbieohi.com/3kwozp3k7ar2w) - by [@debbieohi.com](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com) (me).
### AUTHORS Starter Packs
[KidLit Authors](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/boringstorybook.com/3kw6lu2rafa2r) - by [@boringstorybook.com](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com)
[MG Hub Starter Pack](https://bsky.app/starter-pack-short/Eb3RAWX) - by [@doucette515.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/doucette515.bsky.social)
[Authors who do primary school visits (UK)](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/abielongstaff.bsky.social/3lb7zb4b5ow2a) - by [@abielongstaff.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/abielongstaff.bsky.social)
### BOOK BLOGGERS, REVIEWERS, ETC Starter Packs
[KidLit/MG Book Bloggers, Podcasters, Reviewers](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/debbieohi.com/3kwmnqg6a5d2c) - [by @debbieohi.com](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com) (me).
### BLUESKY EVENTS Starter Packs
[KidLit Event Moderators](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/boringstorybook.com/3kwp6at3eyx25) - by [@boringstorybook.com](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com)
[KidLitChatters](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/boringstorybook.com/3kvuqkxk4kh2t) - by [@boringstorybook.com](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com)
[PBParty Finalists](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/boringstorybook.com/3kvupokdm6s2n) - by [@boringstorybook.com](https://bsky.app/profile/boringstorybook.com)
### EDITORS Starter Packs
[KidLit/YA Editors](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/debbieohi.com/3kwaklvj2yt2h) - by [@debbieohi.com](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com) (me).
### ILLUSTRATORS Starter Packs
[Active KidLit Illustrators on Bluesky](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/charlenedraws.bsky.social/3kvyyjurfet2n) - by [@charlenedraws.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/charlenedraws.bsky.social)
[KidLitArt on Bluesky](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/charlenedraws.bsky.social/3kvu6ldf5ac2m) - by [@charlenedraws.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/charlenedraws.bsky.social)
[UK Children's & YA Literary Agents & Publishers](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/joannamoult.bsky.social/3laol5klje62t) - by [@joannamoult.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:vyow5j2h5y6divbqtvaaqral)
[Illustrators UK](https://go.bsky.app/RDKBN2i) - by [@studionib.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/studionib.bsky.social)
### PICTURE BOOK People Starter Packs
[2025 Picture Book people](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/kdubaygillis.bsky.social/3laynrz52kb2e) - by [@kdubaygillis.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/kdubaygillis.bsky.social)
[Picture Book Authors](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/llavoieauthor.bsky.social/3law2yr62o52s) - by [@llavoieauthor.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/llavoieauthor.bsky.social)
### POETS Starter Packs
[Verse Novelists of Bluesky](https://bsky.app/starter-pack-short/HJUWbCY) - by [@doucette515.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/doucette515.bsky.social)
### PUBLISHERS Starter Packs
[KidLit/YA Trade Publishers](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/debbieohi.com/3kwsdlpvxyd2s) - by [@debbieohi.com](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com) (me).
### K-12 EDUCATORS & LIBRARIANS Starter Packs
[K-12 School Librarians & Teacher Librarians](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/debbieohi.com/3kwa47ri5nf2c) - by [@debbieohi.com](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com) (me).
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# KidLit Lists
See [[Lists]] for more info about what Bluesky Lists are, etc.
> [!NOTE] Kidlit List suggestions from Bluesky Community
> Do you know of general Bluesky Lists related to Kidlit? [Please reply to this Bluesky thread](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lajw7i4vm22b) so others can see. Thank you!
I currently lack time to keep my own Lists updated, so am relying heavily on others. If you have Lists related to any of the following, please reply in the appropriate community thread. Items marked "tk" means that I still haven't created a "From Bluesky community" reply thread yet.
Once people start suggesting Lists, it will be easier to create Feeds and Starter Packs based on these Lists. As Bluesky's [Rose Wang pointed out recently](https://bsky.app/profile/rose.bsky.team/post/3lasif6rk5c27), ANYONE can create a List, Feed, or Starter Pack. You don't need to have a huge following or being "influencer." I'm hoping that my Community Reply Threads help promote resources created by others in the community, too.
## List of Kidlit/YA Publishers on Bluesky
> [!NOTE] Kidlit/YA Publisher LIST suggestions from the KidLit Community
> If you have a LIST of Kidlit/YA Publishers, [please reply to this Bluesky thread](xxx) (tk) so others can see. Note to all: I lack the time to vet publishers. Do your research before querying or submitting!
Here's my list of [KidLit/YA Trade Publishers](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/lists/3k74nnnj4n72z) I've found so far on Bluesky. Click About for a list of accounts.
## PB: Lists of Picture Book Authors on Bluesky
> [!NOTE] PB Author LIST suggestions from the KidLit Community
> If you have a LIST of Picture Book Authors (indiv, groups, genre, etc), [please reply to this Bluesky thread](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lb3s5xlyvk22) so others can see. Thank you!
## PB: Lists of Picture Book Illustrators on Bluesky
> [!NOTE] PB Illustrator LIST suggestions from the KidLit Community
> If you have a LIST of Picture Book Illustrators (indiv, group, genre, etc), [please reply with a link to this Bluesky thread](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lb3sr46pz22v) so others can see. Thank you!
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## CB: Lists of Chapter Book Authors on Bluesky
> [!NOTE] Chapter Book Author LIST suggestions from the KidLit Community
> If you have a LIST of Chapter Book Authors (indiv, group, genre, etc), [please reply with a link to this Bluesky thread](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lb3sztkzu22b) so others can see. Thank you!
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## CB: Lists of Chapter Book Illustrators on Bluesky
> [!NOTE] Chapter Book Illustrators LIST suggestions from the KidLit Community
> If you have a LIST of Chapter Book Illustrators (indiv, group, genre, etc), [please reply with a link to this Bluesky thread](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lb3temshgk2b) so others can see. Thank you!
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## GN: Lists of KidLit Graphic Novel Authors on Bluesky
> [!NOTE] Graphic Novel Authors LIST suggestions from the KidLit Community
> If you have a LIST of Graphic Novel Authors (indiv, group, genre, etc), [please reply with a link to this Bluesky thread](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lb3tvpbifc2b) so others can see. Thank you!
>
## GN: Lists of KidLit Graphic Novel Illustrators on Bluesky
> [!NOTE] Graphic Novel Illustrators LIST suggestions from the KidLit Community
> If you have a LIST of Graphic Novel Illustrators (indiv, group, genre, etc), [please reply with a link to this Bluesky thread](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lb3u7doa722b) so others can see. Thank you!
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## MG: Lists of Middle Grade Authors on Bluesky
> [!NOTE] Middle Grade Authors LIST suggestions from the KidLit Community
> If you have a LIST of Middle Grade Authors, [please reply with a link to this Bluesky thread](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lb3ujjf2hs2b) so others can see. Thank you!
## MG: Lists of Middle Grade Illustrators on Bluesky
> [!NOTE] Middle Grade Illustrators LIST suggestions from the KidLit Community
> If you have a LIST of Middle Grade Illustrators (indiv, group, genre, etc), [please reply with a link to this Bluesky thread](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lb3uvu6e3s2z) so others can see. Thank you!
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## YA: Lists of Young Adult Authors on Bluesky
> [!NOTE] YA Authors LIST suggestions from the KidLit Community
> If you have a LIST of YA Authors (indiv, group, genre, etc), [please reply with a link to this Bluesky thread](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/post/3lb3v5hmdfc2b) so others can see. Thank you!
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[YA Contemporary and YA Romance Writers](https://bsky.app/profile/jaymieh.bsky.social/lists/3kuqac6p5x22f) - by [@jaymieh.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/jaymieh.bsky.social)
## MY OWN LISTS
I have waaaay too many Lists! I rarely use Lists on their own anymore, but use them as input into the [[Feeds]] I create. For WHY I don't find Lists as useful on their own, see my [[Lists]] page. I also lack time to maintain them properly.
Here are just a few of my KidLit-related Lists (see more by going to my Bluesky profile and looking under Lists):
[KidLit/YA Book Boosters 📚👍🏼](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/lists/3kbnfevi7qi2h): List of those whose posters are filtered through the [KidLit/YA Book Boost feed](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/lists/3kbnfevi7qi2h). Users have agreed to the terms.
[KidLit/YA Agents](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/lists/3kdkghfvva627)
[KidLit/YA Editors](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/lists/3kdkdxsqu4t2l)
[KidLit/YA Art Directors & Book Designers](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/lists/3k6lme2nhbr2o)
[KidLit/YA Graphic Novel Community](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/lists/3kdmk3mjnwf2i)
[KidLit & YA creators who do school visits](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/lists/3ko2envsdw22t)
[Author Village](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/lists/3keq43rct6d2b) - community (I'm a member) of kidlit authors, illustrators & educators available for in-person and virtual school visits and other events.
[Indie Bookstores & Booksellers](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/lists/3k6li65yamd2x) - not just KidLit
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## KidLit Events
See [[Bluesky Events]] for a partial list of recurring Bluesky community events, and tips on how to attend a "slow chat."
Just a few: \#KidLitChat, \#KidLitArt, \#KidLitArtPostcard, \#KidLitAMA. For a more comprehensive and detail list, see [[Bluesky Events]].
## Some useful Hashtags
\#kidlit - \#kidlitart (for children's book art)
\#picturebook
\#mglit - middle grade
\#YAlit - YA (young adult)
### For specific occasions
\#bookbirthday - when a book launches that day
\#coverreveal - cover reveal
Also see [[Bluesky Events]] for recurring hashtag events like \#KidLitPostcard, \#KidLitChat \#KidLitArt and others. Please DON'T use these hashtags unless you know what they're for.
### Geographic
\#CanKidLit - Canadian kidlit. Also see my [Canadian KidLit & YA feed](https://bsky.app/profile/debbieohi.com/feed/cankidlit).
\#[UKKidLit](https://bsky.app/starter-pack/mariannedoherty.bsky.social/3lalhtozkou2c) - Starter Pack by @marinnedoherty.bsky.social
### Also...
\#schoolvisit - for posts about author & illustrator visits in schools
(more hashtag suggestions coming soon)
## Related Resources
Check [[Bluesky Events]] for kidlit-related events, as well as the "Community Specific" folder.