If you're going to the conference, you've probably already heard that we'll be collecting new and like new books for charity. But you might be wondering what kinds of books they're looking for? Here's a little more information to help you clean out those shelves (or build your shopping list!). Books for ages 13 and... Continue Reading →
2011 Conference Series- Faculty Q & A with Justin Chanda
Happy Wednesday! The day after tomorrow the fun begins for our 20th Annual Writing and Illustrating for Children Conference! I know you're all as excited as I am to be part of this conference! Here's another Faculty Q & A- this time with Justin Chanda. Justin is on the Editorial and Art Director Faculty. You... Continue Reading →
Need a Conference Roommate?
Would you, or someone you know, like to share a room at the Marriott for our 20th Annual Writing and Illustrating for Children Conference? Fellow SCBWI member Janice has a room reserved, and is willing to share (something to consider after a full day at the conference and fun night of dancing at the Conference... Continue Reading →
2011 Conference Series- Faculty Q & A with Lionel Bender
Tuesday already!?! This week can't go fast enough! I can't wait until this weekend's 20th Annual Writing and Illustrating for Children Conference! We have just a few more Faculty ! & A's to share! Here's one with Lionel Bender. Lionel is on our Editorial and Art Director Faculty. You can read his Conference Bio here.... Continue Reading →
2011 Conference Series- Faculty Q & A with Jim Whiting
Happy Monday! I can't believe it's the week of our 20th Annual Writing and Illustrating for Children Conference!! Weekends are always worth looking forward to, but THIS weekend will be a memorable one!!! It's also time for another Faculty Q & A, and this one is with Jim Whiting. Jim is part of our Distinguished... Continue Reading →
2011 Conference Series- Faculty Q & A with Tina Wexler
Yesterday the SCBWI WWA Advisory Committee had their final pre-conference meeting for the 20th Annual Writing and Illustrating for Children Conference, and I have to say that the conference is going to be A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!! The facilities, the wine and cheese reception, and the faculty are JUST a few highlights to look forward to at the... Continue Reading →
2011 Conference Series- Faculty Q & A with Tim Travaglini
Next week at this time we'll all be enjoying our 20th Annual Writing and Illustrating for Children Conference (and thinking about our fun outfits for the First Annual Conference Dance Party!). So lets celebrate with another Faculty Q & A!! Here's one with Tim Travaglini, who is on our Editorial & Art Director Faculty. You... Continue Reading →
2011 Conference Series- Faculty Q & A with Lin Oliver
One week! One week! I can't believe we are so close to our 20th Annual Writing and Illustrating for Children Conference!! We have a few more Faculty Q & A's to share, and with the week's countdown it seems only right to share Lin Oliver's answers. Lin is the SCBWI co-founder, and one of our... Continue Reading →
2011 Conference Series-Editorial & Art Director Faculty: Anne Moore
We have only one final amazing 20th Annual Writing and Illustrating for Children Conference Faculty member to showcase! Anne Moore is on our Editorial and Art Director Faculty, and is co-leading the Master Class for Illustrators along with Dan Santat. Anne works for Candlewick Press as the Art Resource Coordinator. Anne has worked in children's... Continue Reading →
Published Pro Think Tank
Join SCBWI Western Washington for our inaugural quarterly Published Pro Think Tank on Friday, April 15, 2011 from 3-5 p.m. In a casual environment that includes afternoon refreshments and the fine company of pals and peers, SCBWI P.A.L. (Published and Listed) members are invited to bring their recent publishing triumphs, quandaries, and ideologies for a... Continue Reading →