Hatem Aly
Illustrator, made in Egypt, based in Canada, and found in books. 🤗
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- Reposted by Hatem AlyBay Area peeps: I'm teaching a character design class for kids at @lindentree.bsky.social Feb 15th! This is the 1st in a series of Spring illustration workshops w/ different local artists, which also includes Bo Lu, Julie Downing, and @jendeoart.bsky.social! pci.jotform.com/form/2601879...
- Reposted by Hatem AlyDay 17 #365PictureBooks THE BOOK THAT ALMOST RHYMED @OmarAbedWrites.bsky.social & @metahatem.bsky.social Big thanks @SandyJonas.bsky.social for this one! I ❤️ this book! It has everything…siblings, pirates, hilarious page turns. Story within a story almost rhymes in the best possible way. #kidlit
- Look what came in the mail! 📪 🍁🍂I got to illustrate David Larbi's fun poem about autumn (and socks!). It appears in the current issue of Highlights magazine (November 2025) I'm curious if anyone here, or their kids, has a favourite pair of socks! 🧦
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHow smart are your pets? Our dog Mayo is really smart. Our other dog Noodle…not so much. Happy #kidlitartpostcard day. My name is Mark Hoffmann and I’m a kidlit author/illustrator. I am rep’d by Jenn Laughran (@literaticat) with @andreabrownlit.
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHappy #KidlitArtPostcard day✨ I'm Shiho Pate, represented by Deborah Warren at @eastwestlit.bsky.social . Please visit shihopate.com for more of my work. #kidlitart #illustration
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHappy #kidlitartpostcard day! ⭐️ My name is Farah, I’m a children’s book author & illustrator and I love creating characters with their own stories to tell. Open to work on PB, fiction and MG projects. ⭐️ Rep’d by Emily Talbot at @unitedagents.bsky.social #kidliart #illustration #cutecharacters
- Reposted by Hatem AlyIt's an autumnal #kidlitartpostcard day! The trees are busy changing colour & flinging leaves off in all directions. Huge piles sit around periodically crunchy and soggy. Winter is approaching fast! 🌐 Nicolaschofield.com Rep by @sallymkim.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social #kidlitart
- Reposted by Hatem Aly🚨 WNDB is committed to providing emergency grants to diverse authors & illustrators, publishing professionals, and educators experiencing dire financial need due to loss of SNAP benefits. We are now open for a new round of emergency grants, between $250 and $1,000 each. 💻 bit.ly/WNDB-emergency
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- Reposted by Hatem AlyMy sixth piece for my solo show @gallerynucleus.bsky.social! 🐦⬛ #illustration #fantasyart #magicalforest #forestspirit #watercolor #gouache
- Reposted by Hatem AlyThanks for the prompt! I’m Nick and I illustrate books, and tory board and direct cinematics on video games.
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHi! I'm Charlene, I draw cute stuff for kids & children's books!
- Reposted by Hatem AlyFeeling lucky for this fantastic review! @picturebookseh.bsky.social @canscaip.bsky.social
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- Reposted by Hatem AlyHooray, 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
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHappy 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 ✨ #kidlit #kidlitart
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHappy #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! 🍄annadavsicourt@gmail.com 🪲annadaviscourt.com #Kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHappy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Swiss–Spanish–American illustrator in SoCal. I bring culture, humor, and a little mischief to picture books.
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHello #kidlitartpostcard! My name is Ginger and I'm based in Vancouver, BC! I love heartfelt stories and sharing parts of my childhood memories from the Philippines in my work. #kidlitart gingerngo.com I'm rep'd by @soyadriana.bsky.social at ACM Kids & Illo!
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHey 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 ✉️ hi@victoriamaderna.com
- Reposted by Hatem AlyTiny 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
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHello #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
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHello #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
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHappy #kidlitartpostcard ~! I'll open for long term projects in about a year. Previous work: www.shannonassociates.com/jenniferl.me... Rep: Shannon Associates #graphicnovel #coverart #illustration #comics #kidlitart
- New to the world, sheltered by a delicate shell. Say two of #peacetober2025 , EGG
- I sing in my head when it rains. I can hear the beat. The tent becomes my drum. Here is day one of #peacetober2025 , DRUM
- Reposted by Hatem AlyTomorrow!!! Make sure you use the correct hashtag #kidlitartpostcard - copy & paste it from here!
- Happy book birthday to @nadinepresley.bsky.social and @heatherbrockmanlee.bsky.social ! It looks and sounds amazing!
- Thank you Erin Dealy for featuring our book on your blog for our book birthday! The City of Jasmine it out today 😊 #kidlit written by @nadinepresley.bsky.social and published by @harpercollins.bsky.social
- Reposted by Hatem AlyAuthors & Publishers posting about illustrated books: pls credit the ILLUSTRATOR. Doing a #CoverReveal? Credit illustrator & designer. Not only are you helping boost artist but it shows people that you or your publisher hired a HUMAN artist. #PicturesMeanBusiness Art @sarahmcintyre.bsky.social
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHappy Independent Bookstore Day! #IndieBookstoreDay

- Reposted by Hatem AlyTHE BOOK THAT ALMOST RHYMED by @omarabedwrites.bsky.social & @metahatem.bsky.social is the Elementary level selection @neatoday.bsky.social's April #ReadAcrossAmerica! Find out more get ideas on how to bring this hilarious read aloud into your class or library! #EduSky
- Congratulations, @charlenedraws.bsky.social and @elainesoup.bsky.social !🩵🩵
- New deal! Happy to be working on @elainesoup.bsky.social new picturebook with the fantastic team at Scholastic including Shulokhana Khan & @brianlarossa.com ! #kidlit
- Reposted by Hatem Aly🥳 TONIGHT 8pm ET is the 3rd anniversary episode of Gab 'n' Doodle with the amazing @scottlava.bsky.social on Insta Live! 🤯WOW thank u SO much to the well-wishers & thank u @mrshoffy for putting this together(Longer vid on Insta) List of these illustrators in the comments⬇️ #kidlitart #illustration
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View full threadReposted by Hatem AlyCast, from the full video on Instagram cont’d (see vid ⬆️) Mike Boldt @mikeboldt.bsky.social Hatem Aly @metahatem.bsky.social Estrela Lourenço @estrelalourenco.bsky.social Airlie Anderson @airlieanderson.bsky.social Kelly Light @kelight.bsky.social (Cont’d ⬇️) #kidlitart #illustration #art
- Reposted by Hatem Aly"The Book That Almost Rhymed" written by @omarabedwrites.bsky.social and illustrated by @metahatem.bsky.social is a 2025 Irma Black Award contender. There's still time to sign-up and participate! www.bankstreet.edu/library/cent... @bankstreet.edu #bankstreet #irmablackaward #bankstreetcbc
- Reposted by Hatem AlyThe 2026 KID NOMINATED #CCBA picture book list is out! I ❤️ to see the books kids actually love. There are 4 here that I hadn't even heard of! Colorado Children's Book Award @christymandin.bsky.social @omarabedwrites.bsky.social @metahatem.bsky.social @xinmakesbooks.bsky.social #bookposse #booksky
- Reposted by Hatem Aly#Ramadan starts in 4 weeks! ✨ Learn about this special holiday w/ a fun #STEM #activity that dives into time zones and fasting hours across the globe. 🌏 www.patriciamnewman.com/litlinks-eas... #teacher #homeschool #kidlit @harperkids.bsky.social @metahatem.bsky.social @patricianewman.bsky.social
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- Reposted by Hatem AlyKidlit4Ceasefire auction is live! This year we are raising funds to help injured families in Gaza as well as families displaced in the LA wildfires. Check out the auction via my biolinks! Please join me in sending out some extra love and generosity into the world this year.
- Reposted by Hatem AlyURGENT: Here’s a list of campaigns to support Black families displaced by the LA fires. Bit.ly/rebuildAD h/t: @ykreborn.bsky.social
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHappened to come across this, may be useful if you are an artist (or know of one) impacted by the LA fires.
- Reposted by Hatem AlyToday's Agents & Books 2025 Guide is: HOW TO GET AN AGENT! Is that your resolution for this year? Here's what you need to know! katemckean.substack.com/p/how-to-get...
- I've been looking at some old sketches in my messy sketchbooks. I realized I should share some that are not work-related if I can't share what I am working on right now. Well..some random stuff for now!
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- Reposted by Hatem AlyDo not engage with trolls. BLOCK them. Certain people thrive on the controversy, the attention. Do not give it to them. Feel free to share with anyone who needs it: How to Block a user on Bluesky (including screenshots of what they'll see, etc): debbieohi.link/how-to-block #BlueSkyTips
- As upsetting as it may be for some, the kidlit community deserves better than SCBWI. Please read this and the post linked in the 1st comment to learn about Danielle Monique's experience. It is shameful to be fired for speaking out against Israel's genocide, which affects thousands of children.
- Please read: open.substack.com/pub/danielle...
- If you see this, post a knight!
- Reposted by Hatem Aly#KidLitArtPostcard is tomorrow!!! Kidlit artists - remember to post your postcards! Everyone else - Please smack those Like & Repost buttons! And leave nice comments, if you have the spoons!
- Reposted by Hatem AlyWe're delighted to see ALMOST UNDERWEAR by Jonathan Roth, THE PELICAN CAN! by Toni Yuly, and THE BOLDEST WHITE by Ibtihaj Muhammad, S. K. Ali, and @metahatem.bsky.social on Kirkus's list of Best Picture Books of 2024! 🎉
- Reposted by Hatem AlyA spread from my picture book A Map for Falasteen.🪁
- Reposted by Hatem AlyHi! I’m Aliaa betawi a Palestinian illustrator. I love to illustrate the relationship between kids and their surroundings, and portray the feeling of belonging accompanied with warm textured artworks filled with magical aspects. 💛🪄✨ My debut book is A Map For Falasteen! #kidlit #illustrations
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- Reposted by Hatem AlyShoutout to fellow #CanKidLit creator @charlenedraws.bsky.social on #IReadCanadianDay! 🇨🇦 Charlene is co-admin of the #KidLitMegaFeed (bsky.app/profile/debb...) & also has amazing feeds, Starter Packs, and Lists for #KidLit illustrators (check tabs on their profile). More at charlenechua.com
- Reposted by Hatem AlyIn case there’s new #KidLit & #KidLitArt folks here, I have this pack! It’s comprised of children’s illustrators who post here at least once a week! BTW if that’s you and you want to be added to the pack, DM me! go.bsky.app/2TG6ZBRat://did:plc:frn77uzoidkkchx7whfe22iw/app.bsky.graph.starterpack/3kvyyjurfet2n
- Reposted by Hatem AlyWill be browsing (and counting) #kidlitartpostcard this Thursday! Browsimg the postcards helps me keep my finger on the pulse of #kidlitart. Counting the postcards helps me keep my finger on the pulse of @bsky.app. 💙❤️
- Reposted by Hatem AlyJust a quick note, the auction is now LIVE and if you want to bid on my item (portfolio/PB dummy review), here's the direct link! #kidlit #kidlitart
- I'm donating a portfolio/picturebook review to this auction! Pride & Less Prejudice's #BannedBooksWeek virtual auction is September 26 to 29. It is raising funds to send 1,600 LGBTQ-inclusive books to classrooms across the U.S.! Auction link: plp.schoolauction.net/bannedtogether24
- Reading great tips and won't dare to answer because I am so bad at being active! 😭
- Q3: What are your tips for becoming an active member of a KidLit community? alt: What are things to avoid doing in the KidLit community? #KidLitArt
- Reposted by Hatem AlyI'm donating a portfolio/picturebook review to this auction! Pride & Less Prejudice's #BannedBooksWeek virtual auction is September 26 to 29. It is raising funds to send 1,600 LGBTQ-inclusive books to classrooms across the U.S.! Auction link: plp.schoolauction.net/bannedtogether24
- Reposted by Hatem AlySometimes when I’m learning a new medium, a piece will just come out nice and I’ll have no idea what I did. This is one of them 😅 Holbeing acryla gouache with Luminance and Neocolor 2 in Talens sketchbook #cats #kidlitart