Sno-Isle Libraries Call for Proposals Sno-Isle Libraries is entering our third year of offering our popular Write Now series in our 23 libraries. We’ve taken a bit of an analysis of our offerings and customer interest, and we would like to add additional classes aimed at adult writers writing for a youth audience. We currently have a... Continue Reading →
March 2018 Meetups, Classes, and Book Events
SCBWI WWA & Network Events March 3 Eastside Network Craft Bookclub, featuring Cheryl Klein's Magic Words. Space is limited, and rsvp is required. March 10 The Peninsula Network meets up for a Kid Lit Drink Night at a new location! All are welcome to join from 6:30 on at The Old Whiskey Mill in Port... Continue Reading →
SCBWI WWA Mentorship Program 2018-2019
SCBWI WWA Mentorship Program 2018-2019 The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators of Western Washington is excited to announce the second annual mentorship program. For a six-month period, writers and illustrators will work one-on-one with a published author to analyze every aspect of their manuscript and perfect their work for publication submissions. Last year,... Continue Reading →
Grupo de Crítica formación– en Español!
An online critique group for writing in Spanish is forming thanks to a volunteer in Wales and La Cometa. We hope this can be the first of many other groups as there are Spanish speaking members all over the world. If you would like to participate in an ONLINE GROUP IN SPANISH, please contact the... Continue Reading →
Eastside Network Craft Book Club: The Magic Words with Cheryl Klein
Are you reading Cheryl Klein's The Magic Words this month? If so, come join the discussion! As a special treat, we will be skyping with Cheryl about her book during this meeting. Space is limited, so please RSVP to Dori Butler at [email protected]. Cheryl has asked to see the questions ahead of time, so if you have a... Continue Reading →
SCBWI revises anti-harassment policy
Recently, there has been a great deal of controversy about incidents of harassment that have occurred at SCBWI programs and events. It is of paramount importance to SCBWI that we maintain a welcoming and safe environment for all members of our community. We have a zero-tolerance policy regarding harassment, discrimination and intimidation of any kind. To underscore that commitment,... Continue Reading →
Sexual Harassment Within the Children’s & YA Book Community
Anne Ursu, acclaimed middle grade novelist and 2012 Weekend on the Water faculty, recently put out a call on social media for personal experiences with sexual harassment within the children's and YA publishing world. Today, she shared her findings on the pervasive problem. Please take the time to read Anne's important post as we continue... Continue Reading →
February meeting this SATURDAY with Harold Underdown!
This month only we're bringing you our Monthly Meeting on Saturday, February 10,10am-12noon, Demaray Hall, SPU Industry Low-Down with Harold Underdown Join long-time children’s book editor Harold Underdown for a Q&A session filled with insider tips and techniques for success. Register in advance if you plan to stay for Harold's masterclass on Editing Without an Editor- A Revision... Continue Reading →
Inside Story May 2018 applications open
Do you have a new book out? If so, you may be eligible to present at Inside Story, our SCBWI region's biannual celebration of new books. We invite our membership, area booksellers, teachers and librarians to come and hear two or three minute presentations from eligible PAL (Published and Listed) members. Deadline to apply is... Continue Reading →
Upcoming events and classes- February and beyond
Network Events Peninsula Network: Multiple dates SCBWI-WWA Peninsula Kidlit Critique Groups are forming! We have several sessions set up so that you can continue critiquing! Find your group! Discuss more meeting options. What happens after the Critique Road Show? For illustrators and children’s book writers.Monday Feb. 5, 4:45 pm-6:45pm at the Charles Pink House, Port... Continue Reading →