Our Regional Team
Writers and Illustrators spend many hours alone working on their craft. In our region writers and illustrators can network at our Events, Connects, ShopTalk, and PAL meetings. Join us!
Regional Advisor (RA) - Jason Hussong: westcentny-ra@scbwi.org
Jason specializes in young adult (YA), short stories, and science fiction and fantasy (SFF).
Co-Assistant Regional Advisor (ARA) - Cait Darfler: westcentny-ara2@scbwi.org
Cait specializes in writing picture books (PB) and querying.
Co-Assistant Regional Advisor (ARA) - Sue Heavenrich: westcentny-ara@scbwi.org
Sue specializes in STEM picture books (PB) and middle grade (MG) and is PAL coordinator.
Illustrator Coordinator (IC) - Patty Wurster: westcentny-ic@scbwi.org
Patty specializes in illustration, portfolios, and picture books (PB).
Technology Coordinator - Dan Shanahan
Dan specializes in illustration, SCBWI website, and technology.
You can find us on the following Social Media platforms:
Bluesky: @scbwiwestcentny.bluesky.social
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wcny.scbwi
Instagram: @scbwiwestcentny