Carrie A. Pearson, children's book author & presenter
Children's book author/full-time word wrangler | early childhood educator | Repped by Kelly Sonnack | proud bi-peninsula Michigander | carriepearsonbooks.com | she/her
- Hey lower MI friends, I’m coming to Royal Oak for the Local Author Fair! 📚 Saturday 10/25 📚11am-4pm 📚 Royal Oak Public Library I’m bringing my book signing 🖊️ See you there? Can’t wait to talk books with book lovers!
- Celebrate a book birthing-day with us! 🎉 Middle-grade STEM story reading, science facts, and a Tiny-To-Ready animal gestation game all at the Watch Them Grow library launch. Books for sale and signing. Deets below! @lernerbooks.bsky.social @carolhinz.bsky.social 📚🎂
- Always wanted to peek behind the publishing curtain? Here's your chance—episode 4 of my blog series, Journey To A New Book (Hopefully), dropped today. bit.ly/464CTeQ Catch up on previous posts, read today's ep, & watch for final 2 posts in the series next week. Final post includes book giveaway. 👀
- Thrilled to be in the Millbrook Press/Lerner book family with these talented folks ⬇️ #fangirl #fallbooks 🍁 🍂
- We have fabulous new books from Kelly Rice Schmitt & Jam Dong, Sandra Markle, Kribi Fagan, @cpearsonauthor.bsky.social, @ninacrews.bsky.social, @drzathome.bsky.social & @joseebisaillon.bsky.social, @jessicafgwrites.bsky.social, Beth Mills, Lisa Wheeler & @bazgott.bsky.social ...
- What a day. So proud of each and every one of us, especially those in danger of violence who showed up anyway. 🇺🇸⭐️
- No Kings Day was one of the largest days of protest in US history. From deep red small towns to our largest cities, millions of people turned out to make it clear that the American people will not bow to fascism. #NoKings
- Thank you, blog host @patricianewman.bsky.social for the opportunity to be part of #LitLinks.
- PB biographies bring historical + scientific milestones to life! Engaging characters show how ideas develop, systems evolve, + individuals make a mark Now on #LitLinks 🌟 www.patriciamnewman.com?p=12762 @cpearsonauthor.bsky.social @wwnortonlibrary.bsky.social @nancycarpenterart.bsky.social
- I’ve been thinking a lot about bridges lately—literal ones (like the New River Gorge Bridge where I recently tiptoed the catwalk!) and metaphorical ones. 🧠📚 Especially the ones that connect young readers to big ideas. #LitLinks #VirginiaApgar
- In my guest post on @patricianewman.bsky.social LitLinks blog, I share how biographies—like Virginia Wouldn’t Slow Down!—help students explore science, history, language arts, AND what it means to change the world. 🔬💪 #STEMinELA #BiographyMatters
- It’s more than a life story. It’s a lens into discovery, innovation, and resilience. And yes—there’s a ready-to-go classroom or kitchen table lesson, too! 📖✨ Read it here ➡️ www.patriciamnewman.com/how-to-use-p... #STEMeducation #VirginiaApgar #PictureBookPower
- Of course you’re right on this. ⬇️ 😇
- URGENT ACTION: Details for Trump's Presidential Budget were leaked, including his plans to disastrously eliminate Head Start and endanger #childcare access for families. Tell Congress we want Trump’s #HANDSOFF #HeadStart. action.momsrising.org/sign/Head_St...
- "We have informed the administration through our legal counsel that we will not accept their proposed agreement. The University will not surrender its independence or relinquish its constitutional rights." FINALLY. Thank you, @harvard.edu, for FINALLY taking a stand.
- Children know that book bans are damaging
- Thank you for sharing this crucial resource.
- The "Book Résumés" initiative from @uabookbans.bsky.social, @slj.com, and publishing partners is a powerful tool to combat censorship. This free resource includes reviews, accolades, and more info on frequently-challenged books. New titles added regularly! buff.ly/dr3btyt
- Feeling @indivisible.org today.
- We just want to say—we’re sorry. We know how emotionally exhausting all of this is, and we truly understand. But you’re not alone. We’re in this together.
- I adore hearing on the ground stories from school librarians so keep ‘em coming!
- Is your calendar marked? 🚨 Join us tomorrow for an epic convo with seven superstar graphic novelists as they dive into storytelling, creativity & the power of school libraries! 🎨📚 Don’t miss out—register now!! #AASLslm 🔗 bit.ly/4hPV7Es
- WE ♥️ School Libraries! Join us TONIGHT for #TLSkyChat - we’re kicking off #SchoolLibraryMonth by telling the (TRUE!) story of what it means to be a school librarian! Questions are already posted at tlskychat.com! Hope to see you there! #librarians #skybrarians #tlsky #edusky #kidlit
- Thanks for this primer about how Bluesky works ⭐️
- Just a quick reminder that Bluesky works differently. While a like is awesome a boost/repost shows you like what you see and it should be seen by more of our community. #TLSky #TLSkyChat #EduSky #Skybrarians #Booktok #Booksky #Bookstagram
- This cause is close to my heart - please sign if you can: sign.moveon.org/petitions/re...
- 18 hours and 45 minutes in, and Cory Booker is still going strong! 🔥
- There are trans Americans right now looking out at this world and wondering if anyone is going to stand up for them and for their simple right to exist. Well, I am. We are. We will.
- Word.
- In honor of Women’s History (Herstory) Month, I’m giving away a copy of two strong women books I’ve authored. Open until April 15 to subscribers of my newsletter, Connections. Go to carriepearsonbooks.com to sign up and enter. Let’s share these powerful stories.
- #dogsofbluesky 😁🥹🫡
- Based on the replies l, it looks like there a lot of fed workers on @bsky.app I just wanted to say THANK YOU. I can't imagine the shit you are going through right now Thanks for your service to our country
- This book is on the list I just shared — I can’t wait to read it. I grew up in NJ in the 80s and 90s. There were no whales. Now, my parents go whale watching where I grew up. Incredible transformation in a generation bc of people #TakingAStand
- Sorry, Chuck! I missed your @ in my post. Ya’ll, check out and follow the illustrator of this gorgeous book, @cgroenink.bsky.social
- Sorry, Chuck! I missed your @ in my post. Ya’ll, check out and follow the illustrator of this gorgeous book, @cgroenink.bsky.social
- It’s launch day for this timely & gorgeous picture book about the return of whales to the once-polluted Hudson River. It’s a story of hope, community & greater good-a story we all need now. Congrats, @nancycastaldobooks.bsky.social Chuck Groenink @mackidsbooks.bsky.social @literaticat.bsky.social
- It’s launch day for this timely & gorgeous picture book about the return of whales to the once-polluted Hudson River. It’s a story of hope, community & greater good-a story we all need now. Congrats, @nancycastaldobooks.bsky.social Chuck Groenink @mackidsbooks.bsky.social @literaticat.bsky.social
- So happy you’re here. I’ve gifted these beautifully detailed, whimsical yet complex letter name gifts for special people in my life ⬇️⬇️ and everyone’s been thrilled. There’s really nothing better (except maybe paired with a book 😂).
- Hi There! We're brand new here. Couldn't stay on Twitter, getting close to leaving Meta. Hoping there's a home here. We're looking to spread more JOY, LOVE, FUN and enchantment for kids and all who are young at ❤️ART! Enjoy!! from Artnletters.com
- After I visited Redwood National Park for STRETCH TO THE SUN and saw the massive nurse logs there, I wanted to research and write a book on this topic. But guess what? Kirsten did! Forest and tree lovers, check it out ⬇️⬇️ Can’t wait to have my own copy.
- Early sightings and signings of WHEN A TREE FALLS at my local indie Kidsbooks in Edgemont Village!! Officially out on Tuesday! #kidlit #trees #nurselogs #pnw #oldgrowth #forests
- Now that’s what real leadership looks like, folks. 💯👇 I’ve always been proud to be represented by Kelly and even more so now. 🥂 CHEERS to you and ABLA @andreabrownlit.bsky.social
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- @barnesandnoble.com is have its preorder sale and the paperback version of DADDY DRESSED ME goes on sale on 4/8/25! Use code PREORDER25 to save 25% tinyurl.com/Daddy-Dresse... @simonkids.bsky.social @jemiscoe.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social #bnpreorder #kidlit
- If you're looking for an uplifting timeline cleanse, I strongly recommend checking out the #KidLitArtPostcard tag on this platform. So much wonderful #KidLit art!
- Maris nailed it. ⬇️
- A special American Airlines flight operated by an all-Black and all-female crew honored aviation pioneer Bessie Coleman on the 100th anniversary of Coleman becoming the first Black woman to pilot a public flight in 1922. Coleman became the first Black woman to earn a pilot's license in 1921.
- The American College of OB/GYN’s website is now hosting the critical documents purged by the CDC This is what every professional medical organization should be doing right now #MedSky www.acog.org/clinical/cli...
- Thanks for sharing this! It received Sticky Note Status on my desk.
- #kidlit #illustrator friends, check out this call for samples ⬇️
- Hey #kidlit illustrators, I'm looking for an artist who can capture apartment-life in an urban setting for a beginning reader series with a vibrant ensemble cast and a grayscale interior. Respond here with images and a link to your folio. Please no DMs. Agents are welcome to email. 💙❤️
- Book bans are not a hoax. This sh*t is all too real.
- The U.S. Department of Education called book bans a "hoax." BOOK BANS ARE NOT A HOAX. Pen America recorded 10,046 book ban instances last year. pen.org/report/beyon...
- Freshie fresh book giveaway ⬇️
- ⭐️🎉BOOK #GIVEAWAY🎉!⭐️ 3 WINNERS will get TWO copies of our not-even-out-yet: 🐥DUCKIE & SNAPS🐊 #1: WE CANNOT BE FRIENDS! 📝 by me, 🎨 by #TimMiller! Orchard 📚, Scholastic, 2/4/25! Keep one, give one to a friend! JUST REPOST to enter to win! 3 random winners: 9 PM EST MON 1/27/25! 🍀, ALL! 😄! #kidlit
- Well. Just saying.
- Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde to Trump: "I ask you to have mercy upon the people in our country who are scared now. There are gay, lesbian, and transgender people in Democratic, Republican, and independent families, some who fear for their lives ... and the vast majority of immigrants are not criminals"
- Authors, read and understand your rights around AI and your book content. authorsguild.org/news/ai-lice... #kidlit #bookmaking #publishingtech
- Donors, you came through for young readers. We are so excited to fund books for seven school libraries across the US that needed this lift. They also needed to know they are seen. There are good people and good things happening in this 🌎 and here’s an example. ⬇️ #kidlit @scbwiimpact.bsky.social
- The ALL READERS WELCOME program, formerly the School Librarian's Mini Library grants were fully funded through our GIVING TUESDAY initiative! Thanks to all who support the work we do onThe SCBWI Impact & Legacy Fund! To donate: bit.ly/ILFdonation @scbwiimpact.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitcommunity
- Loving this #kidlit postcard from fellow Michigander illustrator, Rebecca Sinclair. Peep it ⬇️
- Happy Holidays and last #kidlitartpostcard day of 2024! My name is Rebecca and I’m a picture book illustrator from snowy Michigan ❄️ Open for representation and ready to add some fun kidlit projects to my 2025 calendar! 🎄📚 #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitartist www.rebeccasinclairstudio.com
- It's World Read Aloud Day sign-up time again. As an author, I volunteer for WRAD because it effectively supports literacy for all and the right to read. We need this more than ever. I have a few spots left. Contact me here: carriepearsonbooks.com/contact/ @litworld.bsky.social
- “Having the most banned book in the country is not a badge of honor. It’s a call for alarm,” said @jodipicoult.bsky.social. “My book, and the 10,000 others that have been pulled off school library shelves this year, give kids a tool to deal with an increasingly divided and difficult world.”
- Wholeheartedly agree with this advice ⬇️ And also, know that even when your time arrives, for many creators there are gaps between books. Perseverance is an attribute we get to practice throughout our careers! 😎 #kidlit
