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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · 9d

Our Newsletter is out!
Interviews with our new RA @StephenIngram.bsky.social & Events Coordinator @literallylynne.bsky.social.
Farewell to Roberta M. Rivera as she steps down as RA for our chapter. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication.

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · 12d

Welcome Fall!
Some inspo pics for the #writing and #kidlitart community.

Drop us a comment which one inspires you!

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · 23d

Hey #kidlit community -
Head on over to our FB page for The Alphabet Game!

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · 26d

Thank you @mariawenadcock.bsky.social, @debbievilardi.bsky.social and @roseannefrank.bsky.social for the awesome event!
If you registered and couldn't make it live, hang tight for the recording.
Thanks for attending!

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Sep 5

Spaces are filling up fast!
Virtual Event Saturday, Sept 13th 3-4pm
Registration Required and this will be recorded.
www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Sep 3

What Back-to-School books are your favorites?
Share in the comments!

SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Aug 29

@debbievilardi.bsky.social @mariawenadcock.bsky.social @roseannefrank.bsky.social

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Aug 29

As we get back in the swing of things for fall, join us for a virtual event HOW CRITIQUE GROUPS CAN ELEVATE YOUR MANUSCRIPT!
Sat - Sept 13th 3-4pm with Q&A
Free for members.
Registration: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Aug 22

Come join us for this virtual event!
Critiques are an art and groups are important to bring your story to the next level.
Saturday, Sept 13 - 3-4pm with Q&A

www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Aug 14

One way to help your manuscript flourish is with an effective critique group.
Join us on Saturday Sept. 13 - 3pm for this virtual event!
Registration:
www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

SCBWI Long Island Presents: From Feedback to Flourish: How Critique Groups Can Elevate Your Manuscript

We all love our manuscripts, but sometimes we’re too close to them to identify issues. That’s where critique groups come in. Critiquing the works of others can help bring your own manuscript to the…

www.scbwi.org

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Aug 13

One way to help your manuscript flourish is with an effective critique group.
Join us on Saturday Sept. 13 - 3pm for this virtual event!
Registration:
www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

SCBWI Long Island Presents: From Feedback to Flourish: How Critique Groups Can Elevate Your Manuscript

We all love our manuscripts, but sometimes we’re too close to them to identify issues. That’s where critique groups come in. Critiquing the works of others can help bring your own manuscript to the…

www.scbwi.org

SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Aug 6

Hey #Kidlit Family!

The Long Island Chapter is getting ready for some amazing events for the fall!
Stay tuned!
In the meantime, what do you love about the kidlit community?

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Jul 25

Hey Kidlit Community!

@SCBWI's ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO PUBLISHING FOR CHILDREN is out with brand new updates to help you get started or fuel your tank along your current journey!

SCBWI is here for you!

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Jul 7

Have you signed up yet?
July 11th & 12th are coming up fast!
Join us for this TWO PART awesome opportunity with Children's Author Lynne Marie!
How to WOW an Agent or Publisher with your Query bit.ly/QueryLetterLM
First Pages Event bit.ly/FirstPageLM
@literallylynne.bsky.social

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Jul 7

KidLIt News Summer 2025 is here!
Interviews, submission tips & announcements!
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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Jun 27

Happy Friday, #kidlit family!
July 11th & 12th are coming up fast!
Don't fear FOMO! Join us for this TWO PART awesome opportunity with @literallylynne.bsky.social!

How to WOW an Agent or Publisher with your Query bit.ly/QueryLetterLM
First Pages Event bit.ly/FirstPageLM

SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Jun 17

We have TWO fabulous online events with the AWESOME @literallylynne.bsky.social
July 11 - 6pm - How to Wow Agents and Editors with Your Query Letter
Register: bit.ly/QueryLetterLM
July 12 - 2 - 4pm - First Pages
Register: bit.ly/FirstPageLM

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Jun 13

Last Chance! Are you in?
From Submission to Shelf with @AdamBlackman.
Tomorrow - Saturday June 14th - 1pm
Recording & Submission Opportunity
Registration: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Jun 11

Hey #kidlit community! Our chapter has great events and great resources - give us a follow!
We follow other @scbwi.bsky.social chapters!
Say Hi!!

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Jun 11

Keep going, #kidlit community!
@scbwi.bsky.social is here to help!

School Library Journal @slj.com · Jun 11

Writing children's books? There's no set deadline to publish your first. We talk with Mel Rosenberg about his first picture book at age 74 and his unique path to publication. (Fuse 8)

Door’s Open! A Cover Reveal and Q&A with Mel Rosenberg on Emily Saw a Door

Writing children's books? There's no set deadline to publish your first. We talk with Mel Rosenberg about his first picture book at age 74 and his unique path to publication.

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Jun 4

Hey SCBWI family & friends!
Summer Conference is right around the corner.
Have you registered?
Get in on this Early Bird special - ends June 25th!
www.scbwi.org/events/virtu...

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Elizabeth Savanella @elizabethsavanella.bsky.social · May 30

#kidlit #kidlitart
Sharing an updated promo for @brianlarossa.com 's upcoming NEW presentation and Q&A with @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social

You can now attend from ANYWHERE virtually!
$20 for members/$40 for non-members

Sign up today at this registration link:
www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Jun 4

It's spring (almost summer) and you know what that means!
It's time to Vote for the best in children’s and YA literature.
These awards are extra special because they’re chosen by YOU. Help celebrate and elevate your fellow creators by voting for your favorites today!
www.scbwi.org/crystal-kite

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · Jun 4

Hey SCBWI family & friends!
Summer Conference is right around the corner.
Have you registered?
Get in on this Early Bird special - ends June 25th!
www.scbwi.org/events/virtu...

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SCBWI Long Island Chapter @scbwilongisland.bsky.social · May 30

Exciting opportunity! Are you in?
Critiques are already full but you can still get in on the zoom event with @adamblackman.bsky.social!
Register: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

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