Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez is a mom, wife, literary agent, and middle school math teacher.

She’s the co-creator and co-host of the Spring Fling Kidlit Contest, creator and co-host of the Kidlit Fall Writing Frenzy Contest, and one of the hosts along with my critique group 6 Ladies and a MANuscript, of Kidlit Zombie Week.

For her literary agent wishlist and submissions information, check out her Literary Submissions page.

In her free time, she loves to play soccer, binge-watch shows on Hulu and Apple TV, and, of course, read.

@KaitlynLeann17

For the contest, Kaitlyn is interested in: BB, PB, MG, YA, and NF BB, NF PB

Alyssa Reynoso-Morris is a queer Afro-Latine/x Dominican and Puerto Rican storyteller. Her ability to weave compelling stories has opened many doors for her as an author, speaker, and resume writer. She is also a mother and community organizer. During the day she works with community members, non-profit organizations, and government officials to make the world a better place. Then she puts her writer’s hat on to craft heartfelt stories about home, family, food, and the fun places she has been. Alyssa was born and raised in The Bronx, New York, and currently lives in Philadelphia, PA with her partner and daughter. She is the author of Plátanos Are Love, The Bronx Is My Home, and Gloriana Presente: A First Day of School Book. She hopes you enjoy her stories.

@AReynosoMorris

For the contest, Alyssa is interested in: PB

Sarah Hovorka writes lots of stuff from big-hearted picture books to horror-ridden novels. Unlike Goldilocks, every genre she tries feels just right, though children’s literature is her primary focus. She is the author of Hattie Hates Hugs and Same Love, Different Hug with two more picture books coming in 2024.

@HovorkaSarah

For the contest, Sarah is interested in: BB, PB, CB, MG

As the mother of one child with brain cancer and another with ADHD, Shannon Stocker is passionate about advocating for children with disabilities. She’s authored picture books like WARRIOR: A PATIENT’S COURAGEOUS QUEST, and the 2023 ALA Schneider Family Book Award winner, Cybils Award finalist, Anna Dewdney Read Aloud Honor book, and Comstock Read Aloud Award winner, LISTEN: HOW EVELYN GLENNIE, A DEAF GIRL, CHANGED PERCUSSION, among others. Although Shannon completed medical school, her own disability (RSD/CRPS) prevented her from doing a residency, a plot twist for which she is now grateful. Shannon is driven to fill bookshelves with diverse protagonists with disabilities, as she believes every child deserves to see themselves in a book. Cool facts: Shannon is a musician, a coma survivor, and a believer that whether or not everything happens for a reason, we all feel broken sometimes. Shannon lives in Louisville KY with her husband, her children Cassidy and Tye, way too many critters, and a hidden stash of dark chocolate. She is represented by Allison Remcheck of Stimola Literary Studio.

@ShannonStocker_

For the contest, Shannon is interested in: PB, MG, YA

Brian is best known for his lengthy and specific bios in which he gushes about his glorious conquests and vast accomplishments. He has won many awards for his numerous leather-bound picture books. His published works (which are far too numerous to count) adorn his expensive bookshelf which smells of rich mahogany and espresso and dreams. Brian was born without a sense of humor and writes serious books for serious kids. He once took out his own appendix while flying a hot air balloon over the ocean. If you’re impressed by that, consider buying one of his books (again, there are too many to count).

@BrianGehrlein

For the contest, Brianis interested in: PB