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Mindy Weisberger @laminda.bsky.social · 21d

A very clever solution for recording this shy guy, and also the best possible angle for filming a crab!

Sarah McAnulty, Ph.D. @sarahmackattack.bsky.social · 21d

I wanted to get a video of this ghost crab but every time I got close to their hole they scuttled back in, so I tried getting clever with it. I made a little sandcastle and shoved my phone into it, hit record, and walked away. Crab was VERY suspicious of this addition to their environment.

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Elizabeth Savanella @elizabethsavanella.bsky.social · Aug 13

I've been working on this event for our local #SCBWI chapter!

We'll be reviewing the tools/ tech for projecting live drawing demos, brainstorming ideas together to structure your own live-art events, discussing audiences/venues for this kind of presentation.

#kidlitart #illustration

SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · Aug 13

This presentation & hands-on workshop is for illustrators looking for ways to use their valuable skills to engage audiences. Register: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...
Free for premium members.
#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwiaccounts #kidlitmegafeed #kidlitillustrators @elizabethsavanella.bsky.social

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SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · Aug 13

This presentation & hands-on workshop is for illustrators looking for ways to use their valuable skills to engage audiences. Register: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...
Free for premium members.
#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwiaccounts #kidlitmegafeed #kidlitillustrators @elizabethsavanella.bsky.social

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scbwi-fl.bsky.social @scbwi-fl.bsky.social · Aug 12

GET YOUR SUBMISSIONS READY:

SCBWI Florida's virtual critique event is almost here!
Registration opens August 15, 2025 @ 9:00 am EST

See more details here: www.scbwi.org/events/flori...

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SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · Jun 24

Great post with a lot of information from some of our local #WestchesterCounty #librarians ! If you are a #librarian, what are your thoughts? Thank you to our blog editor, Anne Brady! #library @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitmegafeed @scbwi.bsky.social

Elizabeth Savanella @elizabethsavanella.bsky.social · Jun 24

Our @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social chapter's resident blogger, Anne Brady, surveyed some of our knowledgable local librarians to get their perspectives on what people are looking for. Check it out! #kidlit #kidllitart

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And the Librarians Said

We recently shared a survey Kimberly, Lizzie and I created with children/teen librarians in Westchester County to gain more insight on the children’s book market. Though only four librarians respon…

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Judy Abelove Shemtob @judyabeloveshemtob.bsky.social · Jun 15

@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social hears Scholastic's Executive Art Director @brianlarossa.com speak on "Design Can Make or Break Your Picture-Book-Dummy" in Sleepy Hollow. Learning about typography & lettering in children & adult books! Pictured w/Brian: @kmarcuswrites.bsky.social #scbwi #kidlitart

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SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · Jun 12

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Read Local Spotlight: Papa Boar Snored

Chapter member Gail Schlenger of Tarrytown recently published her first picture book, “Papa Boar Snored.” In this interview, she discusses where she found the idea for her story, her self-publishin…

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SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · Jun 11

Our JUNE ILLUSTRATION CRITIQUE NIGHT is coming up on Tuesday 6/17, 7-9pm et! A great opportunity to receive feedback and encouragement & meet other artists like you.

REGISTER: www.scbwi.org/events/june-...

@littlerainey.bsky.social provided this month’s art! 🎨 #scbwi #kidlitart #illustrators

ILLUSTRATORS
Join our next SCBWI critique!
Tuesday, 6/17/25 (7-9pm ET)
Link in bio to register
Artwork by Merrill Rainey www.LittleRainey.com
OHIO NORTH REGION

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · Jun 12

Have you voted in the Crystal Kite Awards yet?

Each year we recognize great books from around the world. The Crystal Kite Awards are chosen by other children's book writers and illustrators, making them the only peer-given awards in publishing for young readers.

Vote via your Member Home.

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SCBWI Canada East @scbwicanadaeast.bsky.social · Jun 12

Crystal Kite Awards, first round voting ends: June 17, 2025 2:59 AM (UTC-7). Vote via your scbwi.org Member Home. All SCBWI members are welcome to vote on their favorite books from each division. #SCBWI #SCBWICanadaEast #kidlit

Image of the silver sticker for the Crystal Kite Award, given by The Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators.

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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 Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · Jun 12

Yes it will - available for 30 days.

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Elizabeth Savanella @elizabethsavanella.bsky.social · May 29

Another design for the @sleepyhollowmermaidfestival hollow mermaid festival inspired by the paddle boarding “SUPwitches” IYKYK. #mermay #sleepyhollow. It’s been fun mashing up mermaids and Halloweeny things! Tried out the designs in pink but Ill be painting them in varied colors for the July event.

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Elizabeth Savanella @elizabethsavanella.bsky.social · May 23

Exciting news! @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social has opened our local presentation event with @brianlarossa.com to be hybrid! You can now join us virtually on June 14th!

Brian will be sharing an all new, never before seen presentation! All are welcome!

Sign up here:

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

SCBWI Westchester: Design Can Make or Break Your Picture Book Dummy Register for event

Our chapter is proud to host Scholastic's Executive Art Director Brian LaRossa as he debuts his presentation: Design Can Make or Break Your Picture-Book-Dummy PLEASE MAKE SELECTION(S) FROM THE AVAILA...

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SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · May 28

Yes it will be recorded and available for 1 month!

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SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · May 27

This is now a hybrid event! Please join us virtually on 6/14/25!
@kmarcuswrites.bsky.social #kidlit @scbwi.bsky.social #kidlitmegafeed #scbwiaccouts

Elizabeth Savanella @elizabethsavanella.bsky.social · May 23

Exciting news! @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social has opened our local presentation event with @brianlarossa.com to be hybrid! You can now join us virtually on June 14th!

Brian will be sharing an all new, never before seen presentation! All are welcome!

Sign up here:

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

SCBWI Westchester: Design Can Make or Break Your Picture Book Dummy Register for event

Our chapter is proud to host Scholastic's Executive Art Director Brian LaRossa as he debuts his presentation: Design Can Make or Break Your Picture-Book-Dummy PLEASE MAKE SELECTION(S) FROM THE AVAILA...

www.scbwi.org

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SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · May 27

Hi - we are finding out now and will let you know as soon as we know.

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SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · Apr 14

This is going to be a great in person event with @brianlarossa.com @kidlitart.bsky.social @kmarcuswrites.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator #childrensillustrator @scbwi.bsky.social @scbwilongisland.bsky.social

Elizabeth Savanella @elizabethsavanella.bsky.social · Apr 12

@brianlarossa.com will join @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social this June to debut his type-focussed presentation. Portfolio/dummy critiques available too!

6/14 in Sleepy Hollow @hvwriterscenter.bsky.social (easily accessed from NYC & Hudson Valley by train)

Register here:
www.scbwi.org/events/how-t...

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Judy Abelove Shemtob @judyabeloveshemtob.bsky.social · Apr 9

It was such a great experience to read aloud a piece for children but have adults in mind for the event. @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social did an incredible job in organizing everything. What a gorgeous setting as well!

SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · Apr 7

Thank you @judyabeloveshemtob.bsky.social for a great write-up! @kmarcuswrites.bsky.social #kidlitcommunity #kidlit #kidlitart #writingcommunity @scbwi.bsky.social #kidlitopenmic @hvwriterscenter.bsky.social

Our First Ever Kidlit Open Mic

By Judy Shemtob Many thanks to the SCBWI Westchester’s Regional Team, who collaborated with Hudson Valley Writers Center (HVWC) on the recent Kidlit Open Mic. Readers were invited to sign up …

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SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · Apr 7

Thank you @judyabeloveshemtob.bsky.social for a great write-up! @kmarcuswrites.bsky.social #kidlitcommunity #kidlit #kidlitart #writingcommunity @scbwi.bsky.social #kidlitopenmic @hvwriterscenter.bsky.social

Our First Ever Kidlit Open Mic

By Judy Shemtob Many thanks to the SCBWI Westchester’s Regional Team, who collaborated with Hudson Valley Writers Center (HVWC) on the recent Kidlit Open Mic. Readers were invited to sign up …

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Judy Abelove Shemtob @judyabeloveshemtob.bsky.social · Mar 30

First 5:00 OpenMic @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social/ @hvwriterscenter.bsky.social 4 #kidlit writers. Audience shared comments. Mine:"very informative and educational story of a long gone world""lyrical, rhythmic immigrant story""loved descriptions of Jewish cultural traditions" @scbwi.bsky.social

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SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · Mar 18

Hey #kidlitcommunity! We still have some spots open for our Kidlit Open Mic in #westchestercountyny Free for @scbwi.bsky.social and #hudsonvalleywriterscenter members #kidlitart
Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/kidli...

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SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · Mar 14

Read our post about member Jennifer Gessner's new book! #writing #writingcommunity @scbwi.bsky.social #writingtips #readlocal scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/03/05/r...

Read Local Spotlight: The Elements of Short Fiction: A Practical Guide for Writers

By Anne Vaccaro Brady Chapter member Jennifer Gessner of Sleepy Hollow, a writing instructor and editor, has published this guide for both writers and teachers of writing. In this interview, she sh…

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SCBWI Westchester @scbwiwestchester.bsky.social · Jan 16

#SCBWIIowa event: January 18th, 9:30am - 11:00am CST on Zoom: $15 for members, $25 for non-members
Recording will be available for 30 days after the event.
www.scbwi.org/events/time-... #kidlit #kidlitart #writingcommunity

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Carol Hinz @carolhinz.bsky.social · Jan 16

The Black Mambas comes out in April, and I can't wait for more people to read the incredible story of this all-woman anti-poaching unit in South Africa!

Melissa Stewart @mstewartscience.bsky.social · Jan 16

#amreading and loving these 2025 titles
@weboflifebooks.bsky.social @lernerbooks.bsky.social @carolhinz.bsky.social @kellycrull.bsky.social #kidslovenonficiton #edusky #kidlit

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