SCBWI Southern Breeze Region
Regional Advisor, Melissa Miles
Co-ARA, Amanda Fletcher
Co-ARA, Michelle Kennedy
IC, Jime Alena Wimmer
https://www.scbwi.org/regions/southern-breeze
The regional team is volunteer-led.
@gregpincus.bsky.social
Writer. Likes to rhyme, though not when writing movies or novels. But you should see my shopping lists! Has never bought an orange. #kidlitchat cohost for 14+ years on ex-Twitter (and now here on Tuesday nights at 9 PM EST!). Still bats and throws righty.
@aidancassie.bsky.social
Island-dwelling picture-book-maker. Author & illustrator of STERLING, BEST DOG EVER • LITTLE JUNIPER MAKES IT BIG • THE WORD FOR FRIEND and... CAT SHAPES, spring 2026! portfolio at http://aidancassie.com
@zoewriter.bsky.social
Writer of children's stories. SCBWI-BI Undiscovered Voices 2022 winner. Represented Hannah Shepherd.
@cindysamul.bsky.social
Illustrator with a life-long love of books, cartoons, and gummy bears (but not necessarily in that order). https://www.cindysamul.com/
@modalbluesky.bsky.social
Musician Photographer Artist Actor Thinker Writer Political junky Reader Hiker and runner Love deserts, oceans and mountains Atheist and Buddhist (they can coexist) Retired senior executive, Information Security & Privacy
@gracieperez1996.bsky.social
Kindergarten teacher🥰🩷 Mom to 3 girls🩷🩷🩷 Amazon wishlist- https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/84F1DYJ5JZHY?ref_=wl_share Lakeshore wishlist- https://www.lakeshorelearning.com/registries/registry-details/?registryId=kOGJ383EtSG6okoDxtu3xg%3D%3D
@daniellepaige.bsky.social
NYT Bestselling Writer of Books, Comics and Television. Known for #dorothymustdie. #dccomics #archiecomics #guidinglight #stealingsnow #theravens. my latest is #wishofthewicked. And just lucky to be on staff @ CBS' brand new soap #beyondthegates
@stephkratz823.bsky.social
Mom of 2 amazing daughters, 2nd grade teacher, #clearthelist 💙 https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/WEY70LX5XAGF?ref_=wl_share
@msarini.bsky.social
3rd grade teacher in a Title I school. #clearthelist Classroom wish list - https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/8W5GVA9DKPAQ?ref_=wl_share
@miverraswriter.bsky.social
New, real profile. Other profile: https://bsky.app/profile/miverr.bsky.social Author, composer, keyboardist, singer, illustrator, university graduate. THE REAL author of the THE HIDDEN FACE: https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Face-M-I-Verras/dp/B0CBW5MNC2
@scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social
@oaktreecomics.bsky.social
An independent children’s book publisher 📚 Where imagination meets environmentalism🌍 Based out of Los Angeles ☀️ Founded by author Josh Oaktree 🌳 www.oaktreecomics.com/link-tree
@annely-so.bsky.social
Kid lit illustrator and writer, educator, and outdoorsy girl. www.annelyso.com
@laurenem6.bsky.social
Mom of two, #kidlit writer, elementary school librarian, movie-lover, crazy LEGO lady
@authoriview.com
Discover in-depth author interviews and insights into their writing journeys at AuthoriView. 📚✍️ Submit your interview for free and connect with readers worldwide! 🌍📖 Visit AuthoriView.com to share your story today. 🚀 #AuthorInterviews
@leeballardbooks.bsky.social
Novice Writer of Chapter Book Series, Experienced Grandmother, Almost Graduate of SNHU, Gladly Retired, Shivering Chicago Resident, Extreme Novice Website Developer (mine only), Longtime lover of life! www.LeeBallardBooks.com
@suzannebeaky.bsky.social
Children’s Illustrator. Cat Lover. Avid Gardener. You can find my portfolio at http://www.suzannebeaky.com
@rachelgozhansky.bsky.social
#KidLit Illustrator and Writer: SCBWI, 12x12. Womens' Lax Official. Graphic Designer (data and presentation design). Dog mom. Enthusiast of technology, fantasy fiction, movies, boardgames, the outdoors RachelGozhansky.com
@hbmichaels.bsky.social
Kidlit Author, Illustrator, Playwright GOLDA AND EZRA series - Capstone CHILDREN OF HOOVERVILLE - YouthPLAYS Member of 12x12, SCBWI and Kids Comics Unite www.holliemichaels.com 🎉PBParty Finalist 2025
@carriekarnesfannin.bsky.social
Carrie Karnes-Fannin is a #kidlit writer who loves picture books, photography, bouldering, and re-reading the works of comedic genius Douglas Adams. #InkedVoices #12x12 #SCBWI www.carriekarnesfannin.com
@writerdavidlong.bsky.social
Blue Peter Book of the Year author. Writes for children and adults, 60+ books translated into 30+ languages. Agents: Penny Holroyde and Andrew Lownie. davidlong.info
@malengyel.bsky.social
2023 Eisner nominated Best Webcomic - The Mannamong - Author/Illustrator https://michaellengyel.com https://community.michaellengyel.com https://mannamong.com
@lizbedia.bsky.social
Children's Book Author BESS THE BARN STAND STRONG (PSK) ARTHUR WANTS A BALLOON (Trigger) | BALLOONS FOR PAPA (HarperKids) A DINOSAUR'S DAY Series (DK/PRH) Repped by Charlotte Wenger, Prospect Agency https://elizabethgilbertbedia.com
@birthdaygirl.bsky.social
Writer. Literacy Coach. Lover of people, dogs, and words. #SCBWI #12 x 12 #KidsChoiceWinner -'24 #KidLitVibesWinner-'23 #50PreciousWordsHM-'23 and '24 Seeking representation
@greenburgerkids.bsky.social
Children’s department at Sanford J. Greenburger Associates with over 90 years of experience bringing lasting stories to all young readers 🌟 www.greenburger.com
@superheaven90210.bsky.social
@sheridillard.bsky.social
Children's author. Preschool storytime teacher COWHIDE-AND-SEEK (Running Press Kids) TIC, TAC, AND TOE (Reycraft Books) coming Fall 2025 Rep: Liza Royce Associates: https://www.lizaroyce.com/ Website: sheridillard.com
@maristelakamiya.bsky.social
Children's book illustrator🇧🇷🇯🇵 https://linktr.ee/maristelakamiya
@woolleystories.bsky.social
Kidlit author and illustrator, graphic designer for higher education, owner of a giant tortoise 🩵✏️📖🐢🩵 BIRTHDAY BASH (2025) | EARTH ROVER (2025) repd. by Dan Cramer @pageturnerlit.bsky.social www.woolleystories.com
@kslivensky.bsky.social
Encouraging others to get know science a little better. Kidlit author. Science educator. Rock collector. Stargazer. Nature photographer. Animal buddy. They/She. Was @paleopaws on the old place. Repped by Ammi-Joan Paquette. www.KatieSlivensky.com
@portersqbooks.bsky.social
Fiercely independent bookstore in Cambridge and Boston, MA https://linktr.ee/portersqbooks
@allymalinenko.bsky.social
She/her 🏳️🌈 @Horrorwriters #SpookyMG Rep'd by @renarossner. GHOST GIRL, the Bram Stoker nominated THIS APPEARING HOUSE. Upcoming:THE OTHER MARCH SISTERS (25) BROKEN DOLLS (25)
@jenniferlmeyer.bsky.social
Illustrator, Comic, & Cover artist drawing animals & IP for clients/she/her/ace/ ❤️ anime 📚 & gardening 🪴 Anime📚Comics Feed https://bsky.app/profile/jenniferlmeyer.bsky.social/feed/popculture Work account: @jlmeyerart.bsky.social
@dpilutti.bsky.social
Children's Book writer and illusrator. Lover of vintage signs and awkward toys. Bad at clapping. THE DINOSAUR IN THE GARDEN is out now! FISH DON'T GO TO SCHOOL coming soon
@lauradiehlart.bsky.social
Children's Fantasy Illustrator. 🎨 I paint ✨glowing✨ fantastical scenes and write enchanting stories. (🚫 NFT or AI) Currently seeking representation for my author-illustrator picture books! Laura@LDiehl.com
@kailagee.bsky.social
✨illustrator focusing on kidlit and narrative art 💫represented by Aliza Hoover at the CAT Agency 🪴SCBWI member 🖖🏻 big fan of cats, plants and Star Trek https://linktr.ee/kailagee
@rachelrcreates.bsky.social
Kidlit Author/Illustrator Represented by Jes Trudel at The Rights Factory RachelRCreates.com Drawing (literally!) from my own life to remind anxious kids that they are loved and will find their people.
@johnboy56.bsky.social
I'm an illustrator/artist based in Pittsburgh. You can see my work at http://www.johnhinderliter.com When not drawing and painting, I'm outside riding one of my bikes. My pronouns are FUBAR and SNAFU.
@kerryvalenzuela.bsky.social
#Illustrator #Kidlit Illustrator and Writer #SCBWI Member❤️ 😊Looking for Representation 😎 https://valenzuelakerry.wixsite.com/kerrylynnvalenzuela
@svtworks.bsky.social
Designer Architect 建築師 creative http://linktr.ee/svt.works #GN #NF #PB | #illustrator| #api 3x @canadacouncil always revising Pb+Prep Gn pitch sets #amquerying illustration.shirleyvting.com 📚 ✏️ |No 🧌, no TMI.
@adriprints.bsky.social
Author + Illustrator | 🇨🇺 | she/her | Rep: Wernick&Pratt | Abuelita & I Make Flan '22 / TUMBLE '23 / Countdown for Nochebuena '23
@ashleybelote.bsky.social
Hi! I’m a kidlit author/illustrator! WITCH & WOMBAT, SHEEPWRECKED (PRH) LITTLE RED & BIG, BAD FRED (PRH 11/18/25) Rep’d by Moe Ferrara, Triada US Literary Agency 📝🎨📚
@jenngauldingbooks.bsky.social
Picture Book Author 📖✏️ Math & Science Educator 🧮🌳💙 Member of 12x12 and SCBWI Southern Breeze
@michelleskennedy.bsky.social
https://www.michelleskennedy.com/ https://x.com/MichelleSKenned #PBWriter rep'd by https://x.com/MaraCobbWrites Wife & Mom. Loves Jesus. #SCBWI, #50PreciousWords HM, 3 x #PBParty Finalist ('24, '23, & '22) , #PBRisingStars Runner-up '23