SCBWI Indiana

Our Indiana chapter includes a dynamic group of members who are traditionally and independently published and pre-published writers, illustrators, and translators. SCBWI Indiana is for everyone who lives in Indiana and writes, illustrates, and/or translates stories for children (board books, picture books, chapter books, middle grade, graphic novels, and young adults). We offer in-person and virtual events as well as critique groups for authors and illustrators within the chapter. Spring Featured Book: Clear and Bright: A Ching Ming Festival Story by Teresa Robeson, illustrated by William Low published by Astra Young Readers (2025) Teresa's website: https://teresarobeson.com/clear-and-bright

Join us for Monthly Write Ins! Check our Upcoming Events section for the next date, time and Zoom link. In this casual event, we hope to spark your creativity while you connect with other SCBWI Writers and Illustrators.

This spring, we’re inviting just eight advanced middle grade and young adult writers to join us for a special weekend retreat in beautiful Brown County State Park. Think blooming trails, bright mornings, gentle breezes, and uninterrupted time to sink deeply into your writing.

The Indiana SCBWI May Writers’ Retreat sold out within 5 hours! We’re sorry that our Indiana team cannot open up more in-person spots. So in addition, we’re excited to offer opportunities for you to join us virtually with your work-in-progress during the two Advanced Writing Workshops led by two amazing editors.