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Uplift: An AANHPI Kidlit Newsletter

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A newsletter created by eight authors + illustrators to uplift Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander children’s literature and culture

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I have a whole bunch of events coming up this month and next. I hope you can join me if I’m visiting your ‘hood!

More to come soon, just didn’t want to squish them all in ☺️! taken in West Springfield, Virginia by @upliftkidlit

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The October Uplift Kidlit Newsletter is out now! Check your emails or visit Substack here: https://upliftkidlit.substack.com/p/happy-spooktober by @upliftkidlit

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Halloween is around the corner and so we ask: chocolate or candy, and what’s your favorite?

New Substack dropped today: upliftkidlit.substack.com

#kidlit #aanhpi #authorgram #librariansofinstagram #teachersofig by @upliftkidlit

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For over 95 years Junior Library Guild (JLG) has supported librarians by reading tens of thousands of titles and handpicking what they consider the best ones across 70+ categories.

I am so thrilled to see their gold sticker on the cover of my next picture book!

HUGE thanks to the team without whom this book would not be, including my agent @wendilulugu, kickass illustrator @taraanandart, the publishing team @vikingbooks and my brilliant editor @akaliaaa120 .

And of course the champion herself @mcmary.kom whose story inspired me to write this picture book🥊

Release date : Jan 26, 2027
Pre-order link in bio👆🏽!

#JLGSelection #Authorgoal #PBbio #womeninsports by @upliftkidlit

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Shiho and I are so, so excited for our next book together, “Fried Rice Surprise!”

In this follow-up to “Ramen for Everyone,” Fern and her mother cook up some awesome fried rice for Fern’s friends. If you preorder through Shiho’s local bookstore Bel Canto OR Pat’s indie Bards Alley, you’ll receive the book when it’s released on October 20 together with a super sweet surprise—a signed book plate (by both authors!), a bookmark and a sticker!

*Why preorder?*
Preorders help build launch momentum, boost sales rankings, and signal strong market demand to publishers and bookstores. Preorder numbers also help booksellers decide how many copies to stock and which titles to highlight (in the shop window, face out on the shelf, etc.).

Link in bio @shihopate and @ediblewords
and here: https://www.shihopate.com/fried-rice-surprise-preorder

Hurry, supplies are limited and promotion ends October 20th!

THANK YOU!! taken in Washington D. C. by @upliftkidlit

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Calling all teachers and librarians! We’re offering a book bundle giveaway to start off your school year with a bang! Follow the instructions and enter to win either a PB or MG book bundle from @upliftkidlit creators

#picturebooks #mg #giveaway # bookbundle #backtoschool #representation by @upliftkidlit

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August Uplift: Some birthdays, an "action-packed" Author interview and Asian American stories with universal themes

In this issue, we wish Dow & Lynnor happy birthday, share an "action-packed" author interview, & suggest books by Asian American authors that carry universal themes to kick off the new school year.

Subscribe to our newsletter (link in our bio)

https://upliftkidlit.substack.com

#upliftkidlit #aanhpi #aapi #kidlit #authors by @upliftkidlit

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We are eating out way through summer with some delicious sweet treats! We hope you are also enjoying your time in the sun!
Comment and share what yummy treats you've had during your vacation that made this summer extra special...is it unique to a country? Is it from a viral video? Is it "not so sweet?" which is the way we like our desserts! We love finding new food to try on our travels so let us know!

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter! Link in bio
#AANHPI #upliftkidlit #summertreats #summer #authors by @upliftkidlit

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Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈Check out the latest edition of our Uplift Kidlit newsletter! #lgbtq #upliftkidlit #pride by @upliftkidlit

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We’re celebrating LGBTQ+ AANHPI creators this month. Check out these books and our June edition, and don’t forget to subscribe. Happy Pride Month!#upliftkidlit #pride by @upliftkidlit

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Celebrating how the fabric of our lives is informed by our roots, our traditions, our culture - passed down to nourish and strengthen us as we navigate this world and find ways to make it a better, kinder place for all.

#aanhpimonth #upliftkidlit by @upliftkidlit

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Happy Earth Day from your friends at Uplift Kidlit! Check out our AANHPI Earth Day picks 🍀 As astronaut, Christine Koch said, “Planet Earth: you are a crew.” Let’s take care of each other and this wonderful spaceship we’re living in!

#earthday #kidlit #aanhpi by @upliftkidlit

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