Andi Chitty
Marveling at the magical world of #kidlit and creepy crawlies! Writer and backyard adventurer.
Co-host of @StorytimeSprint.bsky.social
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- Reposted by Andi ChittyIn a new report on the harm done to creative professionals by generative AI development, the Society of Authors and other trade associations are demanding new regulations to compel tech giants to respect copyright and remunerate authors and artists.
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- Who says you can't do fun things when you self-publish?! Look at that shininess🤩 Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte #kidlit #picturebook #specialcover
- Today is the last day to get in on The Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter! All backers will get their books approximately 1.5 months BEFORE the general public🥳 www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
- I have to unexpectedly cover a shift at work this morning, so I'm repurposing yesterday's post🫣 Only 6 days left to preorder "The Waga-Laga Bugs" through Kickstarter! All books will arrive in April (just in time for BUG SEASON)!🦋🐞🐜🐛🐝 www.kickstarter.com/projects/120... #picturebook #educational
- 7 days left!🥳 You've heard the backstory, watched the printing process, celebrated a Kirkus Star with me, and more. With one week left to get your preorder in, time is ticking (but only if you want a copy- no pressure. Pressure tactics make me uncomfortable.) www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
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- We got a KIRKUS STAR⭐️! Of all the books Kirkus reviews, only 10% receive a star (that includes traditionally published books, too)! Oh! And don't forget... only 9 days left to get in on The Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter! www.kickstarter.com/projects/120... #kirkus #tradereviews #picturebook
- Day 8/19: Evolution of a Children's Book Cover There is so much to consider when creating a cover (font, title placement, etc). I love how it turned out! Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte Kickstarter Link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120... #childrensbook #picturebook #kidlit
- Day 5/19: My 5-year-olds Favorite Page! It's day 5 of "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter, so I thought I'd share my 5yo's favorite page! The page turn here is a kid-favorite (this is also my toddlers favorite- he yells "BOOM"!). Kickstarter link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
- Day 4/19: My Favorite Spread! We're 4 days into my Kickstarter for "The Waga-Laga Bugs" , so I think it's time to share my favorite spread! Sandra took my text and ran (flew?) with it🐝 Check out the Kickstarter here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/120... #honeybees #picturebooks #kidlit
- Do you love watching the printing process? Me, too😊 It's day 3, and "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter goal was met on day 2. I'm blown away by the support! Thank you❤️ Our Kickstarter ends on the 23rd, so there's still time to check it out! #howitsmade #picturebooks
- Thank you to EVERYONE for all the encouragement, kind words, and support yesterday as I launched my first ever Kickstarter! We're halfway funded in just one day, which is AMAZING! I'm blown away🥹 www.kickstarter.com/projects/120... Illustrated by Sandra Attema #halfwaythere #childrensbooks #kidlit
- This bug book has had a long journey, but every setback brought us to where we are now😍 Check out "The Waga-Laga Bugs" Kickstarter for sneak peeks at the interior, the backstory, and more! www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
- Why does December 31st feel so far away from January?! 2026 is starting off with a bang for me as I prepare to launch my first ever Kickstarter🫣 My campaign will have some sneak-peeks at the interior pages! I'm so excited to show you all!! #kickstarter #childrensbooks #publishing
- I started this writing journey in 2021, but 2025 was the year I finally felt like an author. It was a year for the books (literally), and I am SO EXCITED for 2026... the year of The Waga-Laga Bugs! I hope 2026 brings good things to you on this crazy author journey, no matter which path you choose❤️
- With #Storystorm on the 1st, my Waga-Laga Bugs Kickstarter launching on the 5th, and the kids starting school again, January is going to be a BUSY month! I highly recommend you check out @taralazar.bsky.social blog and sign up for this year's Storystorm! #kidlit #childrensauthors #busyjanuary
- Recording this sing-along was SO much fun, and I'm so excited for little Yoto users to read and sing along to "Bananas in the Bath"! If you have a Yoto Player, be sure to check it out in the Open Mic section🎉 Composed by: @nitashajackson #yoto #yotoplayer #boardbook
- 🌟It's Happening🌟 "The Waga-Laga Bugs" will be launching on Kickstarter this month! Visit the link, and be sure to click "Notify Me On Launch" if you'd like to receive an email when the campaign begins❤️ Illustrations by Sandra Attema #picturebook #Bugs www.kickstarter.com/projects/120...
- I went 2 weeks with no sales (or so I thought), then BAM! -I sold out at one location, -another wants 10 more books -and someone ordered a book bundle from my website! BONUS: someone let me know their kid carries their copy around AND sleeps with it #boardbooks #childrensbooks #kidlit #publishing
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- It's a Bananas in the Bath SING-ALONG! Well, a teaser at least😆 This video took a bit of time to put together, so I'm sharing a sneak-peek before I dive into the rest of the book! ENJOY!! #singalong #childrensbooks #boardbooks #toddlers #preschoolers #childrenssong
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- Join us on @StorytimeSprint tomorrow at 8pm as we talk with @barbakoffbooks.bsky.social about "Mazel Toes!" (art by Annita Soble) and hear Audrey read it! We'll also have a Q&A and GIVEAWAY! Don't forget to register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... @ryannjones117.bsky.social #kidlit
- I try to do 1 thing everyday for my books (nothing is too small), and today I added them to the SCBWI BookStop page! It was $25 per listing (so $50 for the 2 books). Will it be worth it? Time will tell, but as always I'll let you know :) #publishing #scbwi #kidlit #boardbooks
- Susanna Hill's 15th Annual Halloweensie Writing Contest opens on Wednesday! I don't have the bandwidth to write an entry this year, but I love this contest (and all of Susanna's contests) so I wanted to do a quick shoutout! Check out more details here: susannahill.com/2025/10/11/i...
- "Rock-a-Bye Forever" is officially open to preorders! This has been such a labor of love, and we're so happy to release it into the world💕 *Preorders will NOT arrive until January* (Link in bio) #boardbook #babyshowergift #singtoyourbabies #kidlit #babies #newbabygift
- Just a little promise from us to you👌 This is a screenshot of the copyright page for our upcoming book, "The Waga-Laga Bugs" (TM). It's so important for kids to read my words and admire Sandra's art while *knowing* they're made by us and not AI. #childrensbooks #picturebooks #kidlit #Bugs
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- The digital proof for "Rock-a-Bye Forever" arrived, and I am so in love I had to share it with you all🥹 I can't wait to hold this book in my hands❤️ Incredible illustrations by Naya Kirichenko 💕 #boardbooks #singtoyourbabies #lullaby #childrensbooks
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- It's SPOOKY SEASON!! And what's scarier to an author-mom than ripped books👻Sorry for the awful joke, everyone😂 #halloween #spookyseason #books #kidlit
- Reposted by Andi ChittyPsst! I am opening up to unagented children's book submissions *just for the month of October*! This is an exciting experiment. The email to send submissions to is OpenOctober@Sourcebooks.com. You can find out about what I'm looking for at www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/me...
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- Go Alex!🥳
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- 500 felt like a lofty goal when I set it, but it gets closer and closer to becoming a reality every day! ❤️
- Having accurate backmatter is a MUST for picture books, so I was ecstatic to connect with Professor Kristen E. Reiter on this journey! "The Waga-Laga Bugs" is entomologist approved! Bugs are *fascinating*, I can't wait to share all about them!🦋🐞🐝🐛🐜 #backmatter #bugs #picturebooks #kidlit
- Now I know why my book wasn't on the shelves when I stopped in to check😂❤️ Gosh, I love libraries. #libraries #childrensbooks #boardbooks #kidlit #librarybook
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- Get ready for next month's lunar eclipse with a moon-themed @storytimesprint.bsky.social! 🌑 Join us Monday @ 8pm EST to hear @roseannefrank.bsky.social read her and Friederike Ablang's picture book, "O'win and the Moon"! Register Here:👇 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... @ryannjones117.bsky.social
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- One of my favorite things about BUGS is how stunningly beautiful they can be. There are so many color combos!🤩 (Are you wondering if I have a bug-themed picture book coming out? Yes. Yes I do😂Stay tuned!) #bugs #picturebooks #nonfictionbackmatter
- It's TONIGHT! Join @storytimesprint.bsky.social as we talk with @lynnstreetbooks.bsky.social about her and Anne Hunter's new book, "The Blue Jays That Grew A Forest"! Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #kidlit #storytime #childrensbooks #publishing @ryannjones117.bsky.social
- It's a "Bananas in the Bath" sighting in the wild! It looks so great at this local bath and body apothecary😍🐒🍌🛁 This silly little book is the perfect fit for a fizzy bath bomb store that sells a monkey farts bath bomb for kids😂🐒 #boardbooks #childrensbooks #bathbombs #bathtime
- Ryann and I are excited to bring you another Storytime Sprint! Lynn Street will be reading THE BLUE JAYS THAT GREW A FOREST🌲Join us Wednesday, August 13th at 8pm est! Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... @ryannjones117.bsky.social @lynnstreetbooks.bsky.social #kidlit #childrensbooks
- *RE-READABILITY*🐢 We talk a lot in the #kidlit community about what makes a children's book re-readable. One thing we did for BANANAS IN THE BATH was to add a little turtle on every spread! Kids love finding him, and he helps drive the actions in the story! #rereadability #boardbook #turtle
