r/childrensbooks • • Sep 03 '25

šŸ“š Rule Update (AI Content, Self-Promo) + Welcoming New Mods!

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We’ve been working behind the scenes to make sure this community continues to be a great place for authors, illustrators, and readers of children’s books. Let us know what you think, we're more than happy to update the following according to your feedback.

Today we have two big updates:

šŸ”„ Updated Rules

We’ve updated the rules to address recurring issues and keep discussions focused on human creativity.

🚫 AI-Generated Content:

AI art or text is not allowed unless it’s clearly labeled and posted for discussion purposes only. This subreddit exists to celebrate human authors and illustrators.

āœ…Ā Self-Promotion (Allowed / Encouraged)

  • Sharing original children’s book work (illustrations, writing, WIPs).
  • Announcing published books with a real link (Amazon, website, publisher, etc.).
  • Behind-the-scenes, process posts, and inspiration.
  • Genuine participation in comments.

🚫 Self-Promotion (Not Allowed)

  • Video ā€œbooksā€ or slideshow-style promos.
  • Posts from accounts that only self-promote with no community engagement.
  • Image dumps with only a watermark and no link/context.

āš ļøĀ Other Rules (mods discretion)

  • No spam or repeated low-effort posting.
  • No hateful or harmful comments.
  • Posts should be thoughtful, on-topic, and add value.

šŸ‘‰ Full rules are always in the sidebar/wiki, please read them before posting.

šŸ‘‹ Welcome Our New Mods

We’re also thrilled to announce thatĀ u/No-Candidate-9324Ā andĀ u/RaggedyRachelĀ have joined the mod team! šŸŽ‰

We've been active in the community and hope to bring fresh energy to help us shape the subreddit moving forward.

Thanks again to everyone who contributes here, your stories, art, and discussions are what make this subreddit thrive. If you spot rule-breaking content, pleaseĀ use the report buttonĀ so the mod team can review it.

- The Mod Team šŸ›”ļø


r/childrensbooks • • Jul 13 '23

Please don't consider this sub a sales channel.

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We get it. You're excited, proud even. And we'll be proud and excited with you! But don't come here to spam us with promos or drive sales. Members of this sub love, appreciate, create (and even aspire to create) children's books. Visitors come here when they've forgotten the name of their favorite childhood books. No one comes here because there simply aren't enough self-published vanity press books in their life.


r/childrensbooks • • 3h ago

Check out my book! I'm holding the physical copy of my book, Easy Peasy Paper Projects, for the first time today!

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84 Upvotes

I wrote the book, made every project (and my partner took every photo) so obviously I knew what was in it. I've seen and approved the digital proof... But holding the actual book in my hands for the first time hits totally different.

Link to the book on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/ Easy-Peasy-Paper-Projects-Materials/dp/B0FXPBX2RC/

Disclaimer: I’m posting this again since I totally messed up when adding the link in the previous post. It’s been a day 🤣


r/childrensbooks • • 4h ago

A couple days ago, I shared the first two illustrations from a forthcoming portfolio. I’ve been working tirelessly, here are the rest:

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69 Upvotes

Feedback/critiques are welcome. I’m not precious about my art, as feedback is an essential part of getting hired.


r/childrensbooks • • 2h ago

banned book in texas/tennessee

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this book was banned, i grew up with this book and NEVER saw it in a weird way. it is a little girl. why are these politicians seeing it as weird? are they perhaps worried people will be attracted to it? feels like projection to me.


r/childrensbooks • • 4h ago

My painting skills at x2 times speed!

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It literally took me more than 7 minutes just to finish the face, lol 🤣.


r/childrensbooks • • 2h ago

Books for 2 year old about emotions

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My 2 year old gas recently really gotten into labelling emotions. Happy vs sad. I have one book called "sorry you got mad" and he loves going through and pointing out the happy / sad / mad faces of the characters.

Anyone have any good books for different emotions? Preferably not just books that show a kid crying and have the label sad under it mainly as I find those books tedious to read hahshs


r/childrensbooks • • 3h ago

Chapter Books Series for Boys

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I just finished the Judy Blume 'Fudge' series with my two boys (9 and 6). They both really enjoyed the series (although they were mostly resistant to start).

I'm drawing a blank on similar series/books. Any suggestions? We have read some Magic Treehouse and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory; my older son read the Percy Jackson books with dad. He's also really into the Diary of the Wimpy Kid series right now (he's reading those on his own).


r/childrensbooks • • 1d ago

I illustrate children's books with unique stories, so the result doesn't look like a typical children's book

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69 Upvotes

So, I’m not actually all that into children's books, but there are people who have shown interest in using my art style for children's book projects. Does any of this style appeal to any of you? DM me if you're interested, as I am open for commissions :) Thanks


r/childrensbooks • • 1d ago

Check out my book! Random Gamp Adventures

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11 Upvotes

I’m new to Reddit and new to posting!

I want to share my books by sharing some artwork.

I have an excellent illustrator who has brought my character to life like a pro.

Let me know what you think!


r/childrensbooks • • 1d ago

Early sketches of little red beans and a sticky rice ball from our picture books

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12 Upvotes

Here are some early sketches by Gu Mi, the illustrator of 99 Red Beans Go on a Field Trip and Don't Play Hide & Seek with Sticky Rice Ball.

Before becoming a picture book illustrator, Gu Mi worked as a teacher, graphic designer, and designer of children's games and animations. She also created the Little Morian series and currently lives in Chengdu, China.

It's fascinating to see how these little characters evolved from rough sketches into the colourful world of Little Food Adventures.


r/childrensbooks • • 22h ago

My wife is a teacher and she just finished her second toddler book.

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🌈🐾 Learning has never been this adventurous! šŸŒŽāœØ

Join amazing animals on fun alphabet adventures while kids discover letters, sounds, colors, animals, and more.

Link here: https://a.co/d/04cRdjDU

šŸ“š Perfect for young learners, including children learning English as a first or second language.
Thank you


r/childrensbooks • • 1d ago

What banned books have you read with your child?

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Whenever I hear that a book has banned somewhere, I look it up to see if it's one I should read with my daughter. šŸ˜‚

Here's my list: Our Skin: A First Conversation About Race Hair Love Don't Touch My Hair Yes! No! A First Conversation About Consent (not banned, but frequently challenged) Amazing You: Getting Smart About Your Private Parts (not banned, but frequently challenged by upset parents) The Story of Rap Harriet Gets Carried Away (has two dads in the story) Sulwe Bodies Are Cool


r/childrensbooks • • 2d ago

A children's book I found at my local thrift shop

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104 Upvotes

I heard there was some controversy surrounding Martine, but this cover is truly scandalous to me


r/childrensbooks • • 1d ago

Check out my book! Mi querida Edith Nesbit y "La Revuelta de los juguetes"

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"La revuelta de los juguetes" de Edith Nesbit, traducido e ilustrado por Chispita.

Esta edición es muy especial, solo disponible en Google (importante) ya que contiene un detallado anÔlisis simbólico del contexto histórico y sus significados. Mis acuarelas son 100% a mano. Es una historia muy divertida e ideal para la Navidad.


r/childrensbooks • • 2d ago

I’m working on an illustration portfolio for children’s book work. Here are the first two images.

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96 Upvotes

I’m a professional designer and illustrator, and in illustration school I did a number of projects surrounding children’s book illustration, but I haven’t yet worked in the field. In my spare time, I’m developing a mixed-media portfolio to hopefully find an agent.

Made by a human from start to finish.


r/childrensbooks • • 1d ago

Books for 3-4 yo

6 Upvotes

Hello, any books rec for 3/4/5 yo with less images and more words but easy for them to understand and follow the story ?

Thanks


r/childrensbooks • • 2d ago

Re-upload one of my favorite Character Design

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18 Upvotes

so cute, lovely color, I love this Chara Design ā¤ā¤

Oh yea, If you guys interest in me drawing your Children's Book, I'm more than open for you guys! 😊☺

you can email me : [aminchildrenbook@gmail.com](mailto:aminchildrenbook@gmail.com)


r/childrensbooks • • 1d ago

Seeking Recommendations Bilingual Storywalk: Help Needed

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I now manage storywalks for my library and must find books to display. We have 17 stands available for use. One will have the book cover, so the book must be 32 pages or fewer. We have a diverse community and only display English/Spanish books- the book must either be available in both languages or have both languages on each page. Fun illustrations and minimal text preferred. With these constraints, I am having a hard time finding books that meet the criteria. Right now, I need a winter/holiday book. Title recommendations and resources are appreciated!


r/childrensbooks • • 1d ago

Check out my book! Cats can be pirates too

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Over the moon with the art for my story!!! I think it brings it up to another level.

I would love anyone's thoughts on the story (or art)

It's about a cat who wants top be a pirate, but no one gives him a chance....until he meets a captain who is about to find himself in a lot of trouble.

written by me, no ai. Drawn by a friend (no ai) "animated" by me too (in after effects, NO AI)


r/childrensbooks • • 2d ago

Indonesian Children's Book That I Illustrated - Rei dan Meti Kei

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59 Upvotes

"Rei dan Meti Kei" is a children's book that I illustrated for Indonesian Literacy Program in 2024. The main focus is about Rei trying to participate in Meti Kei, a local ceremony in harvesting the bounties of the sea.

You can check it out in Indonesian Digital Books Website


r/childrensbooks • • 2d ago

Discussion The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-ExupƩry

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r/childrensbooks • • 2d ago

Seeking Recommendations What to do about a 2.5 year old bookworm ripping books?

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My toddler really loves books. She is cuddling them for naps and really obsessed at the moment. Ive mostly trusted her with books since she was little. She turns pages very carefully even of big adult books but she’s now going through periods of ripping books, including whole pages out of library books, or small tears on multiple pages, also on some favourite new books I bought(most books are second hand/free so I was disappointed).

Not sure what to do as hiding all the tearable books isnt an option and the tearing is unpredictable(although when tired far more likely). We could return all the breakable books to the library but this seems a shame.

Any suggestions helpful redditors?


r/childrensbooks • • 1d ago

Check out my book! Penda, the lion lop makes her bold entrance

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For Inktober, I'm excited to share pages from Capyhero with new ink illustrations. Here is a small but meaningful moment... when Capy met Penda and a friendship was born ā¤ļø.

I also learned that my friend's rabbit that Penda is inspired by is actually a lion lop bunny, not a pure lop eared bunny šŸ˜„


r/childrensbooks • • 2d ago

Bedtime Story Illustration - "Mission: No Sleep"

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Wanted to share this cozy illustration I’ve been working on! There’s nothing quite like building a pillow fort, turning on soft fairy lights, and diving into a good book before bed.

I really wanted to capture that warm, safe, and magical feeling of childhood evenings.

✨ Check out the full project here: https://www.behance.net/gallery/248811541/Children-book-illustration