PictureBookChallenge

Reading 1000 picture books during 2017 as a family for charity. Can usually only tweet in evenings.

[Derbyshire Libraries @DerbyshireLibs]

On my days off:
I get up when I want (except on Wednesdays, when I get rudely awakened by the dustmen). I put my trousers on. Have a cup of tea. I think about leaving the house. I may also see what’s going on in the @peakdistrict by visiting a Library and picking up a copy of…

[The Carnegies @CarnegieMedals]

Only ONE WEEK to go until the longlists are announced for #CKG19! We cannot wait! And if you can't wait to get your hands on the fantastic longlisted books you can pre-order them today with @Petersbooks and enjoy 35% off! https://t.co/XkCUvvCOaV

[Derbyshire Libraries @DerbyshireLibs]

Wonderful chirograph, c1250 with seals of 15 men AND women. Two copies of an agreement written on one piece of parchment & cut to ensure that only the originals fit together – medieval forgery detection in action #heritagetreasures #RecordOffice #Glapwell https://t.co/RCtqYmDe86

[The Carnegies @CarnegieMedals]

Calling all @CILIPinfo members: We've extended the deadline for applications to join the CKG judging panel 2020-21 to the 21st January. If you're passionate about children's books we want to hear from you. Please visit: https://t.co/TN2Ax5DbMI to find out more & apply!

[Derbyshire Libraries @DerbyshireLibs]

In a last-ditch attempt to save it, she dashed to the table just in time, shooing away the mischievous bird.
‘Bravo!’ I told her. ‘It’s a good job you were there!’
‘It was nothing,’ she replied. ‘I just had to do something before he half-finched it.’
#NationalBirdDay

[Derbyshire Libraries @DerbyshireLibs]

However, the visit would turn sour when she saw mischief in the bird’s eyes.
With a pair of scissors it hastened to the table, whereupon sat a copy of ‘I Am Henry Finch’ by Alexis Deacon and Vivian Schwarz.
Oh no! The bird appeared set to cut the book clean in half!

[Derbyshire Libraries @DerbyshireLibs]

We wanted to share a bird-related story with you on #NationalBirdDay
This morning, a colleague was tidying the shelves in the children’s area of Chesterfield Library, when she noticed a visitor.
‘Welcome!’ she said, for she couldn't turn away an avian visitor on such a day.

[Alan Gibbons @mygibbo]

Imagine what would happen to a benefit claimant who 'forgot' to register £52,000 of income. https://t.co/tBTrrpEpnA

[SF Said @whatSFSaid]

I believe CHILDREN'S LITERATURE is where you'll find the most brilliant & beautiful, the most vital & vibrant literature of our time. If you're looking for recommendations, here are this year's Carnegie Greenaway nominations! #CKG19
https://t.co/Z0G30W3gZj

[World Book Day UK 📚 @WorldBookDayUK]

Happy Roald Dahl Day to human beans everywhere!
What will you be doing to celebrate today? #RoaldDahlDay2018

[Katharine & Matt @OhZoeBooks]

🌳'The old oak was 200 years old and knew many secrets...'🌳
Adventure through The Forgotten Forest meeting magical characters along the way. Each has a clue based on your child's name, birthday, favourite colour, town & more

Visit https://t.co/tWsw5pireo now!

#personalisedbook

[Derbyshire Libraries @DerbyshireLibs]

#WednesdayWisdom

'Of course we can help you - we're librariCANs, not librariCAN'Ts!'

- Me, today, laughing to myself in the office and wondering why I'm not in marketing

#lovelibraries #MayHaveWatchedFriendsTooOften

[The Carnegies @CarnegieMedals]

Nominations are open for the 2019 Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medals. CILIP members can nominate up to 2 titles for each Medal. For more information and to nominate please visit https://t.co/Jvao1dByn7 … #CKG19

[BookTrust @Booktrust]

Did you hear the wonderful news? We are so thrilled that @nicolakidsbooks is our brand sparkling new #WriterInResidence. Here she is to tell us all about what she's going to get up to: https://t.co/sUBCU3GSsv

[Katharine & Matt @OhZoeBooks]

🌟 LIVE ON KICKSTARTER NOW!🌟
Get your copy of The Forgotten Forest, our diverse and inclusive #personalised picture book, with more character options than any other book!

Visit https://t.co/TiPbdnGiNo today!

#picturebooks #kickstarter

[Jonathan Emmett @JonathanEmmett]

I have a signed proof of the new edition of Pigs Might Fly by me & @steve_cx to give away to a UK follower.
Reply to this tweet by next Monday with a piggy pun or joke & include the hashtag #PigsMightFly for to chance to win. The sender of my favourite joke will get the book. …

[Picture Book Den @PictureBookDen]

STARTING TO WRITE CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOKS
Paeony Lewis offers 24 tips for aspiring picture book authors.
https://t.co/WbMVbOiYs5

[Katharine & Matt @OhZoeBooks]

Thank you everyone who has sent us feedback on our new personalisation process! As a result we've made choosing your skin complexion clearer 👍

So keep the feedback coming! See for yourself at https://t.co/k5kSYMUm6r

#personalised #freeactivitypack

[Katharine & Matt @OhZoeBooks]

🎉 FREEBIE ALERT!🎉
Create your free personalised activity pack to beat the #BackToSchool blues! Visit https://t.co/k5kSYMUm6r to get it in a jiffy.

With fab artwork from our forthcoming personalised #picturebook, there's colouring, drawing & more!
Enjoy!
#kidsactivities

[Katharine & Matt @OhZoeBooks]

We're nearly there! Join Matt for a quick update on everything Oh Zoe! here: https://t.co/9twPft1Sdy

And if you haven't, please sign up to our mailing list at https://t.co/1uoBryqqVU

#startup #kidlit #picturebooks