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• Gift a Story: A Free Printable Companion to Bela and Lily

  

  A book, on its own, is a wonderful gift. But picture books aren’t cheap, so I wanted to create something special for gift-givers. A little add-on to make their gift pop! Bela and Lily, published by Kokila, an imprint of Penguin Random House. Stretch the story I hope young readers see my stories and imagine…

  Natasha K

  November 12, 2026

  art lessons, bela and lily, Picture Book Business, picture book craft, Publishing

  aanhpi, bela and lily, printables

• [Free Printable] Celebrate AANHPI Coloring Sheet

  

  I couldn’t find an AANHPI (Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander) Heritage Month coloring sheet I loved. It is such a big category full of diverse cultures. So, I created the one below. It’s a vision board of the eclectic collection of artifacts I hope to have from my world travels one day.

  Natasha K

  April 30, 2025

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  aanhpi, free printables

• The Complete Guide To AANHPI KidLit Creators in Southern California

  

  Photo by Venti Views on Unsplash May is AANHPI Heritage Month, and Southern California is home to many Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) kidlit creators. These authors, illustrators, and content creators are weaving their heritage, experiences, and cultural traditions into stories that resonate with readers of all backgrounds. From picture books to…

  Natasha K

  January 29, 2025

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  aanhpi, kidlit