Berrie Torgan-Randall (Berrietr)

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am a published author and illustrator looking to work with you on creating meaningful and beautiful books for kids. I have dummies to share so please reach out. berrietr.com

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am a published author/illustrator. Below is an illustration from my Purrple Cat early reader graphic novel series featuring Monica and her purple cat. The dummy is available to see just drop me a pm. Thanks for checking out my portfolio: berrietr.com

Yo #kidlitartpostcard day is here! This is how we say what's up in Philly. I am an author and illustrator looking to collaborate with you. I have several dummy books to share. #robot #ocean #bookjacket #squirrel #crab #sunset #goose #kidlit #kidlitart #handlettering #handwriting berrietr.com

Our weekly big list of kid lit links is up (Aug 28): kidlit411.com/2026/08/the-... Inside: Humor webinar, graphic novel resources, one-sentence hook, more. Thanks @berrietr.bsky.social for the illustration, Viking Children's Books & @nataliaiacobelli.bsky.social for the giveaways #kidlit #kidlitart

Meet author-illustrator Brian Biggs who will be joining us at Illustrator Day in Lancaster, PA on 9/19. Find out all about Brian and the event in this interview by Berrie on the blog. easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2026/08/15/a... @brianbiggsstudio.bsky.social @berrietr.bsky.social

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! This illustration is from my book Bella & Blue 2: Postcards from Paris (The Little Press-Spring '27). I have delightful dummies to share with you. More art: berrietr.com #bicycle #blue #dogs #Paris #travel #handlettering #kidlit #limitedpalette #grandparents #family

Meet @jessicawhippl17.bsky.social! Jessica will be presenting a picture book webinar with us on 6/16 as part of our FREE 3-part professional development webinar series this month. Find out all about it in this interview by @berrietr.bsky.social! easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2026/06/11/a...

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! It's Spring and time to think about traveling. This SPD is for the 2nd in the Bella & Blue series called "Postcards from Paris" with #littlepresspublishing set to launch in Spring of '27. I am seeking representation. More art: berrietr.com

Berrie Torgan-Randall, Angela De Groot, and I are looking forward to meeting lots of book lovers at the Poughkeepsie Children’s Book Festival on Saturday, March 28, 10 am to 3 pm. #loveofbooks #kidlit #bookfestival #teachers #librarians #homeschoolers @berrietr.bsky.social

Meet literary agent Christie Megill, who will be presenting a webinar with us in May on "Mastering the Dual Role of Being an Author-Illustrator." More about @christiemegill.bsky.social and the webinar in this interview by @berrietr.bsky.social. easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2026/03/13/c... #kidlit

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m a published author and illustrator who is seeking attention from an art director and knowledge from an editor and agent so that we can make beautiful and meaningful books for kids. More art: berrietr.com

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m a published author/illustrator who enjoys crafting charming characters and drafting delightful and engaging stories about quirky kids. Let me know how we can work together to create books filled with humor and heart. More art: berrietr.com

Get ready for more sweetness, silliness, and speech bubbles in Bella & Blue Two: A Postcard from Paris (Little Press Publishing) to arrive spring of 2027. Join Bella as she finds ways to navigate her feelings and find the best route for coping with her fear of flying.

Thanks Heather for the review!!

📚👍Happy #NationalRubberDuckyDay!🐤 What a great opportunity to give a shoutout to @berrietr.bsky.social's new picture book JUST DUCKY: A FRIENDSHIP TAKES FLIGHT. My review: www.heatherpiercestigall.com/ramblings--r... #kidlit #WhatToRead #booksforkids #childrensbooks #bookreview #reading #literacy

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m an author-illustrator for children’s books. I love to draw color, texture, and whimsy 🩷 Available for PBs & board books! Rep’d by @thejordache.bsky.social at JABberwocky Literary Agency @awfulagent.bsky.social britspixels.com #kidlitart #cuteart #illustration

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I send warm greetings from Eastern PA. I’m a published author and illustrator who enjoys crafting charming characters and drafting delightful and engaging stories about quirky kids. I am seeking representation. More art: berrietr.com Thank you for snow much.

“Quack” Thanks you for the book love!

It’s been a year full of creativity and hard work this past year. I traveled to Kansas and Denver for book and speaking events. My pb Just Ducky was launched in October with book events in and around Philly and I’m working on the dummy for Superhero Nero. @cardinalrulepress @thelittlepress

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I am a creative and compassionate storyteller who writes and illustrates books with humor and heart. I am seeking representation from an Agent, the eyes of an Art Director, and/or the attention of an Editor. Thanks for checking out my portfolio: berrietr.com

📚 To celebrate National Picture Book Month, we are highlighting a few picture books by Pennsylvania authors: 📙 Unstoppable by Michael G. Long 📙 Just Ducky by @berrietr.bsky.social 📙 Chomp! The Truth About Sharks by @annettewhipple.bsky.social 📙 Wonderful You by Lisa Graff

On Thursday I will be traveling to Denver! I’m looking forward to presenting with @mirkadraws to talk about early reader graphic novels on Friday and then on Saturday give away copies of Just Ducky. Please stop by to say hello! #NCTE25 #picturebookauthor #picturebookillustrator

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am a published author/illustrator looking for representation. “I write and illustrate stories about kids who are discovering their distinct gifts and individuality and learning how to embrace their quirky and unique selves.“ More art: berrietr.com

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Amazing opportunity from the folks @seasonsofkidlit with a skip the slush pile opportunity. Agent and clans(wo)man Ashlee Maccallum is interviewed by agent and author @literally.lynne.marie for this post Halloween treat (submissions open all of November.)

mailchi.mp/f3abd0bf03f5... Here is my latest newsletter to let you know about Just Ducky book birthday, launch party, events, a new project, and more!

Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm a published author/illustrator who writes about quirky kids and draws them too! I would love to collaborate with you on #pb, early reader graphic novels, early chapter books, or anything you have in mind. Please check out my portfolio: berrietr.com

Today is launch day! Just Ducky: a friendship takes flight is a #picturebook about compassion, listening, and friendship. Thanks for the wonderful people at #cardinalrulepress! Find out more here: tinyurl.com/3s65fv66 #BookRelease #BookLaunch #NewBook #kidlitart #kidlitlaunches #booksky #ducks

Meet illustration agent Kelly Pelsue, who will be presenting tonight's webinar on Curating an Illustration Career. easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2025/09/10/c... @kellypelsue.bsky.social @berrietr.bsky.social

Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! My name is Berrie and I am an author and illustrator working from my home studio outside of Philly - go Eagles! Reach out and we can talk about what I can do for you. Portfolio: berrietr.com Thanks for stopping by!

LAST DAY to register for a CRITIQUE for our in-person Illustrator Day and PB Author Day on 9/27. A few critique spots left, including with Art Agent Mela Bolinao—Don't miss out. Get to know Mela in this interview with @berrietr.bsky.social. easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2025/08/19/c... #kidlit

See you in Happy Valley tomorrow at 2:30 PM! Stories! Crafts! Meet authors and have them sign your books! @andreadenish.bsky.social @melissatrempe.bsky.social @berrietr.bsky.social @lauraparnum.bsky.social @vzauthor.bsky.social #KidLit #authorevent #authorlife #librarylove #paisleysbigbirthday

Want to take your illustrator or PB author career to the next level? Come to our event on 9/27 in Lancaster! We'll have PRH Art Director Véronique Sweet to review illustrator work. Find out more in this interview with Véronique by @berrietr.bsky.social easternpennpoints.wordpress.com/2025/07/09/c...

Hello - it's #kidlitartpostcard day! I am a published author/illustrator looking to work with you on any projects you have in mind. I have several manuscripts and dummies ready to go. I would love to work with you on #pb #boardbooks #earlychapterbooks #earlyreadergraphicnovels More art: berrietr.com

Thank you @kidlit411.bsky.social for featuring my banner entree and interviewing me for the July kidlit411.com blog. I appreciate the thoughtful and fun questions penned by @sylvialiu.bsky.social. @kidlitart.bsky.social

Join the fun at the ALA event Philly convention center! #bookswag #authorsignings 🍓We'd love to see you at booth 2366—June 26-30 #pennsylvaniaauthors #pennsylvaniaillustrators 📚Thanks to @berrietr.bsky.social #bellaandBlue #scbwi

Saturday: @jrbarr.bsky.social (9-11am), @ellenlramseybooks.bsky.social (9-11am), Patricia Kreiser (11-1pm), @heatherstigall7.bsky.social (11-1pm), @berrietr.bsky.social (1-3pm), @melissatrempe.bsky.social (1-3pm), @annettewhipple.bsky.social (3-5pm), and @lauraparnum.bsky.social (3-5pm).

As a librarian, I have attended ALA conferences. I always dreamed of being on the other side as a published author/illustrator. A special shout out to Sylvie Randall for making my nails "Just Ducky" for the upcoming ALA conference.‪ @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social‬ @scbwiepa.bsky.social #kidlit

Hello Friends - The ARCs (Advanced Reader Copies) are here! I'll be signing at the ALA (American Library Conference) in Philadelphia. Please stop by to get your copy. Please consider preordering your copy here: lnkd.in/e8x_drCX #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitagents #author/illustrator

#KidlitZombieWeek is almost here! Bring that dead manuscript that you love back to life AND get a chance to win #kidlit prizes. I’m giving away a copy of my Early Reader Graphic Novel Bella & Blue: Bella meets Blue.

Wouldn't catch me dead in a graveyard full of zombies! Not even the paper kind.😏 Come on my friends, who's in?🧟🧟‍♀️ #kidlitzombieweek #WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity

Thank you Sylvia and Elaine for featuring my rainy day illustration.

Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm a published author/illustrator looking to work with you on PB, GN, BB, and Early CB. Please get in touch if you are an agent, AD, or editor. Thanks for checking out my portfolio: berrietr.com

It's a beautiful day in Eastern PA and I'm planning on whistling while I take a walk just like Troll. This is the first panel of my Troll and Baby Duck series. I'm working on more so stay tuned!