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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 10h

Gabriel’s Winter Count written by Andrea M. Page. A warm, intergenerational picture book introducing the Lakota tradition of winter counts and celebrating resilience, remembrance, and connection across distance. Illustrated by Alfreda Beartrack Algeo. We honor your life, Andrea M. Page #scbwi

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Join the SCBWI Illustration Community in October for 31 days of illustration prompts under the hashtag #scbwiArtober2026!

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Two days filled with keynotes, panel discussions, and breakout sessions. Learn from industry professionals offering submission opportunities and individual critiques, be inspired by award-winning authors and illustrators and build meaningful connections with writers and illustrators in our region.

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Join us for Middle Grade Monsters and Mysteries with Emily Daluga, editor at Chronicle Books, on Monday, October 12th. @emilydaluga.bsky.social #kidlit #scbwi REGISTER HERE: www.scbwi.org/events/middl...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Novel Connect: Writing Pitfalls (and How to Avoid Them) Let’s dive deep into craft to help your pages shine. We’ll cover helpful tips that span all genres to elevate your style as you write/revise and keep readers immersed in your story. Free for SCBWI. Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/novel...

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

SCBWI BookStop is the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators’ annual online book promotion designed to help members showcase and sell their books directly to readers, parents, educators, and librarians. Learn more here: www.scbwi.org/bookstop-faq

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SCBWI-Ohio North @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

⭐ Finding the Perfect Match: The Agent/Client Relationship with Literary Agent Sera Rivers and Author Brooke Hartman $20 members/$30 non-members 🗓️Thursday, October 8, 2026 ⌚7 pm EDT (Eastern Daylight Time)/ 6 pm CDT (Central Daylight Time) 💻On Zoom ➡️Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/findi...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

ELEVATE YOUR WRITING! Poetry is an experience in the possibilities of language. In this interactive writing workshop, award-winning author and poet Quartez Harris will explore crafting poetic metaphor. #kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/poeti...

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Join us TODAY at 1PM PST for our second course in our SCBWI University series: The Novel! You can still register here: www.scbwi.org/events/the-n...

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Congratulations to the July #scbwiDrawThis Winners for the prompt "Jam" ! Kristen Solecki IG: @kristensolecki isle A. Torres IG: @ilseatorres August's prompt is Tropical 🌺

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Starting soon!

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Is Your Picture Book Submission Ready? Whether you are querying an agent for representation, submitting your manuscript to an editor, or sending your manuscript for a critique, we'll explore the qualities needed to make your submission stand out! #kidlit Register Here: www.scbwi.org/events/pictu...

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Have you signed up for today's SCBWI University session? There's still time to sign up! Don't miss out. Our first session in this series is TODAY at 1PM PST and is called "Letting Your Stories Flow: Tips for Generating New Story Ideas with JaNay Brown-Wood" scbwi.org

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Have you signed up for the next SCBWI University series yet? The Novel: Crafting a Compelling Middle Grade or Young Adult Manuscript kicks off tomorrow with Brandy Colbert teaching you how to Create Memorable Characters! Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/the-n...

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

For novelists, get ready for The Novel: Crafting a Compelling MG or YA Manuscript. These 3-classes help you add tension to your story, or create an engaging voice for your unforgettable lead character. Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/the-n...

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

For picture book artists and writers, step into The Journey of the Picture Book. Three ninety minute courses that will help you sharpen your skills and give you the tools to take your story from that first spark to publication ready. Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/the-j...

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

In this interview, Angie talks about how intuitive art-making influences her approach to creating children’s books and a poignant new book she has on the horizon. Check out this Featured Illustrator interview to learn more about Angie Kang’s work at www.angiekang.net.

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Angie Kang

ANGIE KANG is the 2025 Caldecott Honor-winning author and illustrator of OUR LAKE. Her work has appeared in The New Yorker and elsewhere.

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Congratulations to this month's Featured Illustrator Angie Kang, author-illustrator and 2025 Caldecott Honor awardee for Our Lake, a beautifully illustrated book about loss and remembering those we love.

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Changing Lanes: The Picture Book to Graphic Novel Transition with author-illustrator Daniel Miyares on SEPT 2. #kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/chang...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

If you haven't purchased your ticket for this, do so today! Three successful illustrators show how their perceptions shape their unique styles and share the different ways they translate their distinct experiences into impactful visual stories that resonate with readers of all ages. scbwi.org

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SCBWI San Francisco South @scbwisf.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Learn how agent, Natascha Morris, reverse engineers a story and see how she’s guided several debut graphic novelists. Register at scbwi.org/events/crack-the-code-reverse-engineering-graphic-novel-with-natascha-morris #scbwisfsouth #graphicnovels #graphicnovelartist #comiccreators #kidlitcommunity

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

You can download this badge by logging into scbwi.org clicking Member Home and then clicking My Resources and SCBWI Summer Conference 2026 Social Media Badge Haven't registered yet? Sign up at scbwi.org

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Let’s Build Your Query Package You’ve polished your manuscript, perfected your opening pages, and identified the agents you want to query. Now it’s time to build your query package. Register Here: www.scbwi.org/events/ny-we... Illustration by @studio-w.bsky.social #kidlit

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Apply after logging into scbwi.org, clicking member home, and finding this award under the my awards tab. www.scbwi.org/awards-and-g...

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

SCBWI has several 2026 Virtual Summer Conference Scholarships open now until July 8! You can learn more via the link in our bio or at www.scbwi.org/events/virtu... To APPLY-Be sure to be logged in and click your Member Profile and Click the My Awards tab. Questions? Email sarahdiamond@scbwi.org

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Make sure to apply to this grant by July 2! Learn more here: www.scbwi.org/awards-and-g...

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

The Illustrators' Intensive is open to SCBWI Premium Members only. There is an additional $95 fee. Members can purchase the Illustrators Half-Day Intensive as a package with the Portfolio Showcase for a reduced rate. Learn more and register here: www.scbwi.org/events/virtu...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Join us for a Sequential Art Connect! Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/ny-we...

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Deborah Halverson @deborahhalverson.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Happening in a few days. Getting excited!

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Register for the 2026 SCBWI Summer Virtual Conference here: www.scbwi.org/events/virtual-summer-conference-2026 #scbwiSummer26

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

How to Fit Writing into Your Busy Life on June 23rd Participants will have the option to share the first 300 words of a picture book draft with the audience for feedback. REGISTER HERE: www.scbwi.org/events/ny-we... #kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), and the children’s book world, is saddened by the news that author, mentor and friend, Jane Yolen, has died. She was 87 and her loss cannot be measured. Please find the full obituary here: www.scbwi.org/remembering-...

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SCBWI New York: West/Central Upstate @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Join us for an SCBWI NY: West/Central Upstate Illustrator Connect: Focus on Portfolios www.scbwi.org/events/ny-we... #kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi

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SCBWI San Francisco South @scbwisf.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

If you’ve ever thought about self-publishing your own books, take a look at our upcoming virtual event held by Ariane Erickson of Norse-Gael Books! Register today or learn more at scbwi.org/events/CA-San%2520Francisco-South-self-publishing-101-take-control-of-your-books-business-and-future #kidlit

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Congratulations to SCBWI's Executive Director Sarah Lynn Baker! Becca & Bubbe's Bucket List debuted today! Purchase the book here: bookshop.org/a/19191/9798260505014

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Watch the interview here: youtu.be/TiZrFoh0NtI?... Go to www.scbwi.org/featured-illustrator to apply to be a part of the Featured Illustrator program. IG: @alexhowesillustration

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SCBWI Featured Illustrator: Alex Howes

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Congratulations to this month's Featured Illustrator Alex Howes. In this interview, Alex talks about creativity, translation in books, and buttery, beautiful cats! Check out her Featured Illustrator interview to learn more about Alex Howes’ work at www.alexhowes.com.

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