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.
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.
The awards are open to the public on February 21 from 4pm-5:30pm Pacific Time, LIVE event on Zoom! See the nominees now!
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.
Discover curated resources and expert guidance to help you navigate the world of children’s book publishing. Writers, translators, or illustrators will find inspiration and practical tips to elevate their craft.
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!
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.