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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 2d

You have your book, you’ve created your school visit presentation, and now it’s time to GET that scheduled!
Everything you need to know about GETTING school, library, and museum visits!
#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi #schoolvisits #scbwi

Register here:
www.scbwi.org/events/back-...

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 15d

Have you created your BookStop page yet? Make one today! 📚

www.scbwi.org/bookstop-faq

#scbwibookstop

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 12d

Mark your calendars! The in-person Winter Conference features keynotes from Meg Medina and Tiffany Jackson and a special interview with Jason Reynolds.

Registration opens October 14. More information coming soon!

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 7d

Join the SCBWI Illustration Community in October for 31 days of illustration prompts under the hashtag #scbwiArtober2025!

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 9d

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

SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 9d

Tonight!

SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 16d

Submitting Your Work: Digital Portfolios and Dummies for Illustrators and Author/Illustrators.
Bring your digital portfolio or dummy to share. Hosted by Kate Woodle, published illustrator, PAL member, and Illustrator Connect Facilitator.
#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 15d

TONIGHT!

SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 23d

Let’s Get Those First Pages Ready to Hook an Agent or Editor! We’ll talk about what to include in your opening pages and how to critique them respectfully. Participants can share their first 250 words with the audience for feedback.

#kidlit #scbwi

Register Here:
www.scbwi.org/events/novel...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 16d

This webinar will be recorded.

Register here:
www.scbwi.org/events/illus...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 16d

Back to School with School Visits Part 2 - GETTING Author/Illustrator School and Library Visits
School and library visits are a great way for authors and illustrators to connect with readers and the teachers and librarians who buy the books.
#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi #schoolvisits

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 16d

Register here:
www.scbwi.org/events/illus...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 16d

Submitting Your Work: Digital Portfolios and Dummies for Illustrators and Author/Illustrators.
Bring your digital portfolio or dummy to share. Hosted by Kate Woodle, published illustrator, PAL member, and Illustrator Connect Facilitator.
#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi

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SCBWI Southern Breeze Region @scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social · Aug 6

Need funds to publish? Have you ever wondered what it takes to run a successful Kickstarter Campaign? Here's a chance to learn from an author/illustrator who has successfully funded two projects on the crowdfunding platform. www.scbwi.org/events/kicks...
#scbwi #amwriting #amillustrating #kidlit

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dneuner.bsky.social @dneuner.bsky.social · Jun 20

Officially out on sub with my latest #YA #thriller EVERY MOVE I MAKE

It's YOU x THE NET

You won't look at your technology the same way again

#amwriting #WritingCommunity

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 22d

Join Us Tonight!

SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Sep 5

Back to School with School Visits
School and library visits are a great way for authors and illustrators to connect with readers and the teachers and librarians who buy the books.

#kidlit #kidlitart #schoolvisits #libraryvisits #scbwi

Register Here:
www.scbwi.org/events/back-...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 23d

Let’s Get Those First Pages Ready to Hook an Agent or Editor! We’ll talk about what to include in your opening pages and how to critique them respectfully. Participants can share their first 250 words with the audience for feedback.

#kidlit #scbwi

Register Here:
www.scbwi.org/events/novel...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Sep 5

KATHY HALSEY will address things that authors and illustrators need to think about as they develop a program. ALISHA GABRIEL will talk about adapting programs for different age groups and different venues. BRIANNE FARLEY will share what an illustrator visit might look like.

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Sep 5

Part 1 - CREATING Author/Illustrator School & Library Visits
Panelists will share their insight into developing an effective and fun program.

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Sep 5

This two-part webinar series addresses how to develop your program, and how to reach out to schools and libraries for booking opportunities.

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Sep 5

Back to School with School Visits
School and library visits are a great way for authors and illustrators to connect with readers and the teachers and librarians who buy the books.

#kidlit #kidlitart #schoolvisits #libraryvisits #scbwi

Register Here:
www.scbwi.org/events/back-...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Aug 19

JOIN US TONIGHT #kidlit

SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Aug 11

SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate presents the first Picture Book Connect for Picture Book Writers. We’ll discuss your topics of interest and share the first 100 words of your PB MS!

Join us for this FREE CONNECT for SCBWI Premium Members.

REGISTER HERE: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Aug 11

SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate presents the first Picture Book Connect for Picture Book Writers. We’ll discuss your topics of interest and share the first 100 words of your PB MS!

Join us for this FREE CONNECT for SCBWI Premium Members.

REGISTER HERE: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Aug 5

Join us Tonight!

SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Jul 30

Summer Schedule: August 5th Topic: Focus on Narrative Art Sequence. We'll discuss what makes a strong visual story in 3-4 images. Feel free to share a Narrative Art Sequence.

#kidlitart

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

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Jul 30

Join us for this FREE CONNECT for SCBWI Premium Members on Tuesday, August 5th, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT on ZOOM.

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Jul 30

Meet SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate Illustrators to share genre-specific topics and your illustrations. The vibe is casual, supportive and FUN! Screen sharing time will be divided based on the number attending.

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · Jul 30

Summer Schedule: August 5th Topic: Focus on Narrative Art Sequence. We'll discuss what makes a strong visual story in 3-4 images. Feel free to share a Narrative Art Sequence.

#kidlitart

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

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