Note: KidLitGN’s 2025 pitch event is over. However, we have had interest in extending the event to include a chance for GN creators to network and possibly find collaborators. See here for details.
Thank you to the amazing GN creators and to the #agents, #editors, and #publishers who stopped by. And to the hard work on the KidLitGN team. Subscribe to our website to find out about next year’s event: https://kidlitgn.com/2022/08/29/subscribe-to-our-website/
About Us
Crafting Stories, Building Dreams
Our Volunteers started with a simple vision between kindred spirits which has blossomed into a vibrant tapestry of creativity, collaboration, and commitment. Meet the team of creative minds, innovative thinkers, and relentless doers.
Our Team
Tim Canny writes and draws mini picture books under the name Francis S. Poesy and publishes them under his Mulberry & Bliss Books imprint. Tim is a serial doodler and sometimes bookbinder. https://mulberryandbliss.blogspot.com/
Urania Smith is a children’s book author, designer, and real estate entrepreneur, she launched MyOS — an AI tech startup born from her mission to help people navigate life, mindset, and chaos with clarity. Whether writing for children or building systems for adults, Urania centers humanity, healing, and transformation in all she creates. https://uraniasmith.com/
Ken Lamug is an award-winning author/illustrator exploring folklore, mischief, and the magic of everyday life. Learn more at www.rabbleboy.com
Johnell DeWitt is an author and contributor for the Let’s Go!: A Kids Comics Studio Anthology, and a collaborator on a short comic with fellow KidLitGN teammate Nicole Harwood. She is currently working on a historical fiction novel, other prose stories, along with graphic novel scripts. Follow Johnell at johnelldewitt.com and BlueSky.
Annette Hashitate is an author/illustrator. Her debut graphic novel Selfies by Sumie is due out fall of 2026 with Viking Press. When She’s not working on her book, she can be found digging in her garden with her two Corgis. Find Annette at: https://ayhashitate.com/
Nicole Harwood is an author, illustrator, and ASL/English interpreter from Vancouver, WA. She finds joy working on her debut graphic novel, on local community theater stages, and spending time with her husband and three Neurodivergent sons. Nicole’s latest comic projects include the Kids Comics Studio Anthology, and a collaboration with KidLitGN’s own Johnell Dewitt . You can find her at https://nharwood124.wixsite.co;m/ohhhh-doodles.
Michelle Lin is a bilingual screenwriter, script consultant and children’s book author. When she’s not busy writing, she’s taking long walks and searching for the next best baked goods. Find Michelle at: www.michelleslin.me and on Instagram at: @michelle.s.lin
Abigale Lin is a student studying design and media at the Orange County School of Art, after years of training in classical realism. In her free time, she writes essays and poetry for contests, makes jewelry, tends her orchid, and bird-watches. Find Abigale on Instagram at: @Abigale.aibi.lin
Sarah E. Steinberg is a kidlit author-illustrator who loves painting, plants, and secret rooms. She seeks magic from the everyday world in mossy Oregon. https://bafflingbirds.sarahesteinberg.com/blog
Let’s Connect
Every great partnership begins with a conversation. Whether you’re seeking a creative spark, a bold new strategy, or a team that will champion your vision. Reach out to us—let’s create something remarkable together. In the end, we believe that the best stories are those written together. This is ours. Let’s make it yours.
Find out more about us at: https://kidlitgn.com/our-team/ Follow us on our websites and social media. And subscribe to KidLitGN’s website for updates throughout the year.
Y’all ROCK this! Thank you all so much for all the time and effort you put into KidlitGN! *thunderous applause*
thanks for the inspiring work and commitment.. I agree with Teresa…. super super thunder applause for the team.