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Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators
Supporting quality children’s books & the artists who make them since 1971.
Supporting quality children’s books & the artists who make them since 1971.
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Gearing up for SCBWI's 2026 Winter Conference! Excited to be joined by @cuppajolie.bsky.social and @sibutp.bsky.social this year as Team Blog!
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Meet Team Blog 2026
Meet Team Blog 2026 Happy Conference! I am so ecstatic for this year's event! I can't wait to see old friends, network and meet new people, ...
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January 16, 2026 at 7:41 PM
Gearing up for SCBWI's 2026 Winter Conference! Excited to be joined by @cuppajolie.bsky.social and @sibutp.bsky.social this year as Team Blog!
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It's TIIIIIIIME! We are SO EXCITED to kick off the 2026 NYC Winter Conference! Be sure to share your social media badge (available for download via the Member Home under My Resources!)
Please also use the #scbwiNY26
Art by Merrill Rainey
Still want to register? Go to scbwi.org!
Please also use the #scbwiNY26
Art by Merrill Rainey
Still want to register? Go to scbwi.org!
January 16, 2026 at 9:04 PM
It's TIIIIIIIME! We are SO EXCITED to kick off the 2026 NYC Winter Conference! Be sure to share your social media badge (available for download via the Member Home under My Resources!)
Please also use the #scbwiNY26
Art by Merrill Rainey
Still want to register? Go to scbwi.org!
Please also use the #scbwiNY26
Art by Merrill Rainey
Still want to register? Go to scbwi.org!
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With a $10,000 donation, a group of literary agents organized by the Children’s Book Council and the SCBWI is helping children’s organizations purchase and distribute books to school libraries nationwide buff.ly/EqQlTJM
January 13, 2026 at 10:00 PM
With a $10,000 donation, a group of literary agents organized by the Children’s Book Council and the SCBWI is helping children’s organizations purchase and distribute books to school libraries nationwide buff.ly/EqQlTJM
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I’m launching a book club! Join me!
January 14, 2026 at 12:41 AM
I’m launching a book club! Join me!
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January 14, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Raise your hand if you are as excited for the SCBWI New York Conference (1/16-1/18) as we are! ✋
You can still register for the conference here: www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
Photos by Nancy Adler
#scbwiNY26 #kidlit
You can still register for the conference here: www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
Photos by Nancy Adler
#scbwiNY26 #kidlit
January 14, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Raise your hand if you are as excited for the SCBWI New York Conference (1/16-1/18) as we are! ✋
You can still register for the conference here: www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
Photos by Nancy Adler
#scbwiNY26 #kidlit
You can still register for the conference here: www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
Photos by Nancy Adler
#scbwiNY26 #kidlit
Already registered for the conference but want to join this? Make sure you are signed in and go to the event home page and select this to add it on/purchase it!
www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
#scbwiNY26
www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
#scbwiNY26
January 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Already registered for the conference but want to join this? Make sure you are signed in and go to the event home page and select this to add it on/purchase it!
www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
#scbwiNY26
www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
#scbwiNY26
It’s the new year! ✨ 🌸
Comment your bookish resolutions below! Are you trying to get your first book published, form a critique group, submit to more awards? Whatever it may be-SCBWI is here to support you on your literary goals for the year!
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Comment your bookish resolutions below! Are you trying to get your first book published, form a critique group, submit to more awards? Whatever it may be-SCBWI is here to support you on your literary goals for the year!
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January 2, 2026 at 12:46 AM
It’s the new year! ✨ 🌸
Comment your bookish resolutions below! Are you trying to get your first book published, form a critique group, submit to more awards? Whatever it may be-SCBWI is here to support you on your literary goals for the year!
scbwi.org
Comment your bookish resolutions below! Are you trying to get your first book published, form a critique group, submit to more awards? Whatever it may be-SCBWI is here to support you on your literary goals for the year!
scbwi.org
Still doing some last minute holiday shopping? We've got some ideas for you!
Shop our merch at the-scbwi-store.printify.me
and buy our gift cards here: www.scbwi.org/giftcards
Logo by @johnhendrix.bsky.social
Shop our merch at the-scbwi-store.printify.me
and buy our gift cards here: www.scbwi.org/giftcards
Logo by @johnhendrix.bsky.social
December 24, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Still doing some last minute holiday shopping? We've got some ideas for you!
Shop our merch at the-scbwi-store.printify.me
and buy our gift cards here: www.scbwi.org/giftcards
Logo by @johnhendrix.bsky.social
Shop our merch at the-scbwi-store.printify.me
and buy our gift cards here: www.scbwi.org/giftcards
Logo by @johnhendrix.bsky.social
Today is the LAST day to shop for books at scbwi.org/bookstop
Support authors in the SCBWI Community today by purchasing their books. They will make the perfect gift!
Support authors in the SCBWI Community today by purchasing their books. They will make the perfect gift!
December 22, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Today is the LAST day to shop for books at scbwi.org/bookstop
Support authors in the SCBWI Community today by purchasing their books. They will make the perfect gift!
Support authors in the SCBWI Community today by purchasing their books. They will make the perfect gift!
Congratulations to the November
#scbwiDrawThis Winners for the prompt "Buttons" !
Patrick Carlson
IG: @patrickcarlson
and Thao Nguyen
IG: @thao.illustrations
#scbwiDrawThis Winners for the prompt "Buttons" !
Patrick Carlson
IG: @patrickcarlson
and Thao Nguyen
IG: @thao.illustrations
December 19, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Congratulations to the November
#scbwiDrawThis Winners for the prompt "Buttons" !
Patrick Carlson
IG: @patrickcarlson
and Thao Nguyen
IG: @thao.illustrations
#scbwiDrawThis Winners for the prompt "Buttons" !
Patrick Carlson
IG: @patrickcarlson
and Thao Nguyen
IG: @thao.illustrations
We've extended SCBWI BookStop until December 21st! Dive into new stories and uncover your next favorite book for yourself or as a thoughtful holiday gift. Explore the endless possibilities today at scbwi.org/bookstop! Don’t miss out on this treasure trove of literary gems!
December 19, 2025 at 12:05 AM
We've extended SCBWI BookStop until December 21st! Dive into new stories and uncover your next favorite book for yourself or as a thoughtful holiday gift. Explore the endless possibilities today at scbwi.org/bookstop! Don’t miss out on this treasure trove of literary gems!
Are you attending the SCBWI NYC Conference? Then join us for a special night for SCBWI conference attendees at the Society of Illustrators Original Art Show!
Learn more here: www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
Learn more here: www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
December 10, 2025 at 2:41 AM
Are you attending the SCBWI NYC Conference? Then join us for a special night for SCBWI conference attendees at the Society of Illustrators Original Art Show!
Learn more here: www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
Learn more here: www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
Congratulations to Alvina Ling, member of the SCBWI Advisory council for being named VP and publisher of a currently unnamed imprint at Little, Brown Books for Young Readers.
@alvinaling.bsky.social
@alvinaling.bsky.social
December 10, 2025 at 1:52 AM
Congratulations to Alvina Ling, member of the SCBWI Advisory council for being named VP and publisher of a currently unnamed imprint at Little, Brown Books for Young Readers.
@alvinaling.bsky.social
@alvinaling.bsky.social
Movement is the key that unlocks the themes, narratives, and emotions of an illustrated book. Join us to learn how four noted illustrators bring their stories to life and make it look effortless.
Learn more about the Illustrator Intensive at www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
Art by @littlerainey
Learn more about the Illustrator Intensive at www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
Art by @littlerainey
December 10, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Movement is the key that unlocks the themes, narratives, and emotions of an illustrated book. Join us to learn how four noted illustrators bring their stories to life and make it look effortless.
Learn more about the Illustrator Intensive at www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
Art by @littlerainey
Learn more about the Illustrator Intensive at www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
Art by @littlerainey
Congratulations to this month's Featured Illustrator Merrill Rainey. Watch to learn more about Merrill Rainey’s work at www.littlerainey.com.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtV5...
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December 8, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Congratulations to this month's Featured Illustrator Merrill Rainey. Watch to learn more about Merrill Rainey’s work at www.littlerainey.com.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtV5...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtV5...
It's Giving Tuesday! This year help us support the Amber Brown Fund! Donate here: donate.stripe.com/dR62bydltcYj...
December 3, 2025 at 3:56 AM
It's Giving Tuesday! This year help us support the Amber Brown Fund! Donate here: donate.stripe.com/dR62bydltcYj...
SCBWI Merchandise Is Here! 🎉 Just in time for Black Friday!
And this is just the beginning. More SCBWI merch is on the way.
Shop here: the-scbwi-store.printify.me
Logo by @johnhendrix
And this is just the beginning. More SCBWI merch is on the way.
Shop here: the-scbwi-store.printify.me
Logo by @johnhendrix
November 28, 2025 at 9:48 PM
SCBWI Merchandise Is Here! 🎉 Just in time for Black Friday!
And this is just the beginning. More SCBWI merch is on the way.
Shop here: the-scbwi-store.printify.me
Logo by @johnhendrix
And this is just the beginning. More SCBWI merch is on the way.
Shop here: the-scbwi-store.printify.me
Logo by @johnhendrix
Have you started holiday shopping yet?
Support SCBWI authors and illustrators by purchasing books on SCBWI BookStop!
Explore the endless possibilities today at scbwi.org/bookstop! Don’t miss out on this treasure trove of literary gems!
Support SCBWI authors and illustrators by purchasing books on SCBWI BookStop!
Explore the endless possibilities today at scbwi.org/bookstop! Don’t miss out on this treasure trove of literary gems!
November 28, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Have you started holiday shopping yet?
Support SCBWI authors and illustrators by purchasing books on SCBWI BookStop!
Explore the endless possibilities today at scbwi.org/bookstop! Don’t miss out on this treasure trove of literary gems!
Support SCBWI authors and illustrators by purchasing books on SCBWI BookStop!
Explore the endless possibilities today at scbwi.org/bookstop! Don’t miss out on this treasure trove of literary gems!
Our latest podcast episode is out with Rachel Renée Russell and her daughter Nikki Russell!
Buy their latest book here: bookshop.org/a/19191/9781...
Buy their latest book here: bookshop.org/a/19191/9781...
November 26, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Our latest podcast episode is out with Rachel Renée Russell and her daughter Nikki Russell!
Buy their latest book here: bookshop.org/a/19191/9781...
Buy their latest book here: bookshop.org/a/19191/9781...
November 20, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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I so enjoyed the latest SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social podcast with translator Avery Fisher Udagawa @averyudagawa.bsky.social ! So great to hear more about her translation of Temple Alley Summer and her ongoing relationship with its author Sachiko Kashiwaba!
November 20, 2025 at 3:13 AM
I so enjoyed the latest SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social podcast with translator Avery Fisher Udagawa @averyudagawa.bsky.social ! So great to hear more about her translation of Temple Alley Summer and her ongoing relationship with its author Sachiko Kashiwaba!
Are you getting a manuscript consultation at the SCBWI NY Conference?
This is a reminder that the deadline to submit a manuscript for a manuscript consult is tomorrow, November 14th at 11:59pm PACIFIC time.
Read more at www.scbwi.org/.../manuscri....
This is a reminder that the deadline to submit a manuscript for a manuscript consult is tomorrow, November 14th at 11:59pm PACIFIC time.
Read more at www.scbwi.org/.../manuscri....
November 14, 2025 at 12:56 AM
Are you getting a manuscript consultation at the SCBWI NY Conference?
This is a reminder that the deadline to submit a manuscript for a manuscript consult is tomorrow, November 14th at 11:59pm PACIFIC time.
Read more at www.scbwi.org/.../manuscri....
This is a reminder that the deadline to submit a manuscript for a manuscript consult is tomorrow, November 14th at 11:59pm PACIFIC time.
Read more at www.scbwi.org/.../manuscri....
Join veteran editor and author Deborah Halverson for an up-to-the-minute look at the children's publishing industry.
Register here:
www.scbwi.org/events/state...
Register here:
www.scbwi.org/events/state...
November 13, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Join veteran editor and author Deborah Halverson for an up-to-the-minute look at the children's publishing industry.
Register here:
www.scbwi.org/events/state...
Register here:
www.scbwi.org/events/state...
Are you an illustrator attending the NY26 Conference? 🖌
SCBWI is proud to announce the second annual Tomie dePaola Mentorship Award!
www.scbwi.org/tomie-depaol...
SCBWI is proud to announce the second annual Tomie dePaola Mentorship Award!
www.scbwi.org/tomie-depaol...
November 13, 2025 at 12:50 AM
Are you an illustrator attending the NY26 Conference? 🖌
SCBWI is proud to announce the second annual Tomie dePaola Mentorship Award!
www.scbwi.org/tomie-depaol...
SCBWI is proud to announce the second annual Tomie dePaola Mentorship Award!
www.scbwi.org/tomie-depaol...