Can you believe it?! #PBParty starts in less than 24 hours. I can't wait to read your amazing submissions! How are we feeling? Nervous? Excited? ABSOLUTELY OVERJOYED?!

Well, I might just have to throw some pitches out into the void tomorrow for #PBPitch while I cheer on my #PBParty peeps! Tomorrow is going to be INCREDIBLE!

IT'S HERE!!! WOOHOOOOOO!!!! 🎉🎉🎉 For you #PBParty peeps...are you the kind of person who: A) Submitted early and got it outta the way? B) Stress-hovered over SUBMIT for 3 hours? C) Will take care of it after the kids are in bed? D) "OH, SHOOT IT'S DUE TODAY?!

Amid the chaos of a busy airport, a bird unseen by most passengers lives each day within the confines of Gate B17. In a place where the wingless fly, this finch feels more grounded than ever. How will she gain the courage to take THE LEAP into the unknown? #L #PBPitch

From the perspective of the U.S. flag, BROAD STRIPES AND BRIGHT STARS tells a lyrical story of the flag’s creation and history. Each thread holds tales of unity, darkness, mourning, and love, painting a vivid picture of what our nation should and could aspire to be. #L #PBPitch

THE GUARDIAN OF LIGHT has the important job of keeping the power on at night. While the children’s night lights burn and kitchen lamps glow, a booming crash shakes the town. With a crestfallen bear & a town without light, it'll take new friends to get through the night. #PBPitch

Alright, #PBParty peeps...how we doin'?

Amid the chaos of a busy airport, a bird unseen by most passengers lives each day within the confines of Gate B17. In a place where the wingless fly, this finch feels more grounded than ever. How will she gain the courage to take THE LEAP into the unknown? #L #PBPitch

30 MINUTES LEFT of #PBParty submissions 🎉🎉🎉 You. Can. Do. It. You. SHOULD. Do. It.

So proud of everyone who submitted to #PBParty today! GOOD JOB PUTTING YOUR WORK OUT THERE!! I am so excited to dive in and read the entries!

I dove straight in with the author/illustrator entries last night for #pbparty ! The last one I read was stunning. The art had wonderful textures and beautiful use of light and shadow. SO. FUN.

Today's #PBParty highlight was a manuscript with a line that made me laugh out loud! The illustrations provided were also amazing. The character design of the MC was fantastic. I just wish there had been a dummy to look at! 😀

#PBPARTY TEASER I read an Author/Illustrator entry this morning where the characters were so beautifully designed you could have sworn they jumped right from a Disney film. I just finished reading a humorous entry with fantastic illustrations and great use of negative space!

A little work-in-progress shot of something fun I am working on! #kidlit #kidlitillustration

#PBParty Teaser! I just gave a big Y! to a lyrical manuscript. It was not only beautifully written, but I could practically see what the illustrations could be. FABULOUS. I HOPE it makes it to the final showcase!

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm Layton, an author/illustrator based out of Virginia! I really enjoy creating fun characters and playing around with light and shadow! You can find more at laytonscarbroughart.com

#PBPARTY Just finished reading the last of the entries! All I can say is...WOW. You are all incredible. Thank you for sharing your stories with us. I can't wait for the agents and editors to see your work.

What a RIDE! It was so fun to be a part of this whole process. You are all so incredibly talented. SO MUCH SO that we had to expand to 55 finalists and 25 illustrator showcase finalists! What are you doing to take your mind off things today?

Happy #kidlitpostcard Day! Woohoo! Hi! I'm Layton! I am an author/illustrator seeking representation in all things PICTURE BOOK! I love creating memorable characters and lyrical stories! You can find my portfolio at laytonscarbroughart.com! Thank you!

BIG NEWS! My newest picture book just released! CORTELL is a heartwarming picture book that tells the story of a lonely bear’s selflessness and the profound power of friendship in life’s darkest moments. Thank you so much for all of your support! amazon.com/dp/B0DHZZSS4N?…