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The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators provides the resources, professional networking, and community-building opportunities that support writers, illustrators, and translators throughout their careers.
An Update from SCBWI
The SCBWI Headquarters Staff is so appreciative of all the kind words from members and the children’s book community.
We want to let you know that as of now, the SCBWI HQ Staff is safe. We have been in communication with the Los Angeles Regional team and will continue to do so throughout this challenging time.
Thank you to the courageous firefighters and other first responders. Our hearts go out to the LA community with love and support to anyone impacted by the fires.
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Virtual Winter Conference
The Virtual Winter Conference will take place February 21-22, 2025 and will feature all-new Industry panels, inspiring keynotes, and deep dive Creative Labs.
2025 Golden Kite Nominees
The awards are open to the public on February 21 from 4pm-5:30pm Pacific Time, LIVE event on Zoom! See the nominees now!
Work-in-Progress Awards
To assist children’s book writers and illustrators in the completion of a specific project currently not under contract. Given in the categories of Picture Book Text, Chapter Books/Early Readers, Middle Grade, Young Adult Fiction, Nonfiction, and Underrepresented Fiction or Nonfiction.
Community news
Congratulations DrawThis Winners! JANUARY Prompt: FITNESS
Congratulations to our #SCBWIDrawThis winners! Practice your craft and build you portfolio by participating in monthly art prompts. Member Illustrators can post their DrawThis! entries on Twitter and Instagram with the tag #SCBWIDrawThis to enter and have your art seen by industry pros.
SCBWI at NCTE
SCBWI hosted the panel Teaching with Books that Open Hearts, Offer Hope, and Provide Connection around Mental Health, with speakers Ann Jacobus, Nancy Bo Flood, SD Nelson, and Torrey Maldonado. Premium members check your news feed for information on how to apply to NCTE through SCBWI.
Free Digital Workshop Available to Premium Members
Veteran editor and author Deborah Halverson presents a rich snapshot of the children’s publishing industry and marketplace, including book sales and acquisition trends, imprint launches and closures, developments in AI and book banning, and the latest on the middle grade market. This video will be available in your MEMBER HOME under the MY RESOURCES Library for the next six months.
SCBWI Brings Star-Studded Lineup to White House’s “HalloREAD” Event
SCBWI Brings Star-Studded Lineup to White House’s “HalloREAD” Event, Inspiring Young Readers and Families Nationwide Washington, D.C., October 30, 2024 – In an enchanting fusion of literature and Halloween magic, the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) took center stage at this year’s White House “HalloREAD” event.
Laurent Linn Joins Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Board of Directors
SCBWI is thrilled to announce the election of Laurent Linn as president of its board of directors. Linn assumes this role effective immediately. He has been involved with SCBWI for over 22 years as faculty at global and regional conferences, a member of the SCBWI Advisory Council, and a committee member responsible for planning illustrator programming at global conferences.
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The Official SCBWI Blog
Hosted by Lee Wind and monthly guest-bloggers, the SCBW Blog contains industry news, interviews, and in-depth posts addressing everything from book promotion, to school visits, timely issues and more! Two new posts each week!
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The Haunted States of America
SCBWI has teamed up with Godwin Books to bring you a spine-chilling anthology of ghost and folk stories, one for each of the Haunted States of America. Featuring 52 SCBWI writers, including Ellen Hopkins, Rae Rose, Daniel Barlekamp, TeMika Grooms, Aixa Perez- Prado, Paul Lubaczewski, Jan Eldredge, and many more.