On Thursday, January 3, from 7–8:30pm, Bill Kenower will lead a monthly roundtable at East West Bookshop in Seattle's Ravenna neighborhood. Here is your chance to talk about success, failure, acceptance, rejection, writer's block, writer's envy, and a writer's joy. Everything will be on the table, and everyone is welcome. Sign up now. Space is still available. Northern Network... Continue Reading →
Spots available this summer at picture book boot camp!
The University of Washington is pleased to offer ILLUSTRATING CHILDREN'S BOOKS, evenings on the Seattle campus, June 19 - July 12. Illustrator and SCBWI WWA Co-Regional Advisor Jaime Temairik is here to help you get your picture book art and/or text in shape! Details after the jump. In eight classes, beginners and seasoned picture book... Continue Reading →
If you want to write nonfiction…
Some of you may remember the amazing breakout session given by Debbie Reber at our annual conference a few years ago about how to write a nonfiction book proposal. Whether you missed it or loved it here's an opportunity to hear it all again--plus so much more! From Debbie: "Do you have an idea for a... Continue Reading →
Children’s Book Illustration Classes with Craig Orback
Children's book illustration classes with local illustrator Craig Orback are starting soon in Bellevue and Seattle. Visit him at his website and blog. Children's Book Illustration I Immerse yourself in the world of children’s book illustration with this introductory course. Through in-class assignments using a variety of media, you'll learn basic techniques to complete illustrations... Continue Reading →
The Magic of Writing for Children Class
Peggy King Anderson currently has openings in her Magic of Writing for Children (beginning level) which starts Tuesday, April 10, 6:30-9:30 p.m., at Bellevue College, North Campus. In this 8 week series (bargain priced at $195) Peggy will cover the basics of writing for children in a fun, interactive class, with time for writing exercises... Continue Reading →
Writing LGBTQ-Friendly Children’s Books
WRITING LGBTQ-FRIENDLY CHILDREN'S BOOKS Richard Hugo House - April 14 to May 19 (6 Saturdays) - 10am to 12noon This is a supportive, inspiring environment in which to explore and develop your ideas for a children’s picture book. Perhaps you want more books supporting your child’s LGBTQ family environment. Maybe you’ve always wished that the... Continue Reading →
Classes with Rollin Thomas and Doug Keith
Pratt Workshop: Creating Your Own Graphic NovelThis class begins February 1, Wednesday and 1:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.Instructors: Rollin Thomas Explore how pages fit together and tell stories sequentially. Find out how fun it is to write dialogue using the back-story-method. Structure stories, characters, and action to carry the story in each panel. Work in... Continue Reading →
Wondering what to do with that NaNoWriMo novel?
Lois Brandt is teaching a novel revision class through Bellevue College’s Publishing Institute. This is an intensive hands-on class. You will be expected to work on your novel and complete assignments between class sessions. In-class exercises and critiques will help you recognize the parts of your manuscript that convey story and those that don’t. Each... Continue Reading →
Free Beginning Blogging Class with Rebecca Agiewich
Fellow SCBWI member and author Rebecca Agiewich is teaching a class this coming Saturday at the Seattle Public Library. It’s part of a creative writing series. Here’s the website for more information.WhereUniversity BranchAudienceAdultsSummaryAlways wanted to start a blog but aren't sure how? Don't be intimidated; blogging is easy! In this class you'll learn everything you... Continue Reading →
There’s Still Space in Craig Orback’s Children’s Book Illustration and Painting Classes
If you'd like to register for Children's Book Illustration and Painting Classes with Craig Orback there's still time! Classes start this week! Here's the post that has all the information about Craig's classes.