SCBWI Events
Serious about improving your craft? SCBWI's events provide opportunities for professional growth and help you connect with a supportive, creative community.
Mastering the Art of Picture Book Writing ($199 for Premium Members)
Apr 08, 2025 - May 22, 2025
3 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
This focused 3-part online course is designed for aspiring picture book creators ready to take their ideas from inspiration to polished work, with an eye toward publication. Whether you are a writer, an illustrator, or both, this course will guide you through the critical steps of refining your concept, deciding on the right structure for your story, and perfecting your manuscript. Tuition includes all three classes and access to video replays through May 23rd. (Classes may NOT be purchased individually). Video replays can be accessed under MEMBER HOME > MY RESOURCES. To access the ZOOM LINKS for each class, go to MEMBER HOME > MY EVENTS and click on MEETING INFO. Registration for this series is open through May 22nd.
Drawn to the Story: Unlock the Power of Visual Narrative ($199 for Premium Members)
May 06, 2025 - Jun 20, 2025
3 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
This 3-part online course is designed for children's book illustrators ready to refine their work with an eye toward publication. This course will guide you through the critical steps of defining your unique artistic voice, using your art to tell a story and readying your portfolio to show the world. Tuition includes all three classes and access to video replays for 30-days after the final live session. (Classes may NOT be purchased individually). You may register for this series through June 19th. After registering, you can access the ZOOM links by going to MEMBER HOME > MY EVENTS > MEETING INFO. Video replays will be available to watch through June 20th. Video replays can be accessed under MEMBER HOME > MY RESOURCES.
Virtual Summer Conference 2025
Jul 31, 2025 - Aug 03, 2025
24 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
Invest in your career as a children’s book writer, illustrator or translator! Whether you’re just starting out, are extensively published, or are somewhere in between, the Virtual Summer Conference offers options to help you along your publishing journey. Explore all aspects of children’s book creation: writing, illustrating, translating, marketing and self-publishing. Immerse yourself in sessions specifically for illustrators, traditionally published & self-published authors, nonfiction writers, graphic novel creators, picture book writers and more! Every attendee has access to the content of all 50+ sessions through September 14th.