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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · 4d

Check out this amazing workshop from our good buddies @scbwicanadaeast.bsky.social #kidlit #SCBWI
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From Blotches to Stories: Overcoming the Fear of the Blank Page

In this two-hour workshop, author-illustrator Natali de Mello will give us ideas for overcoming the fear of the blank page. Participants will discover how spontaneous marks can spark both illustratio...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · 4d

Struggle with comp titles? This is the workshop for you! #kidlit #SCBWI
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Webinar with agent Jen Newens

Jen Newens, agent and vice president of Martin Literary Management, will presenting on writing queries and proposals with a focus on Comp Titles, why industry professionals use them and how to apply t...

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Charlene Chua @charlenedraws.bsky.social · 7d

This Thursday is #kidlitart chat!

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KidLitArt @kidlitart.bsky.social · 22d

October's topic for #KidLitArt chat will be - Spooky Chat!

Join your hosts on Oct 30, 9pm EST/6pm PST for an hour-long chat about spooky stuff!

Banner art by Rubin Pingk

Art of a black girl conjuring up magical cookies that are floating in the air. Text says Spooky Chat, #kidlitart. Art by Rubin Pingk

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · 22d

Level-up your illustrating game with the expert use of reference photos. #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitillustration
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Events | Hawaii

Serious about improving your craft? SCBWI's regional events provide opportunities for professional growth and help you connect with a supportive, creative community.

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · 22d

In this industry, resilience is key! Registration for the webinar "How to Have an Unshakeable Career in Publishing" opens October 22. #kidlit
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SCBWI-MI Fall Webinar with Cate Berry

The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators provides the resources, professional networking, and community-building opportunities that support writers, illustrators, and translators throug...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · 22d

Experimenting with point of view is a powerful way to elevate a manuscript. This webinar takes a deep dive into the topic. #kidlit
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SCBWI-MI Fall Webinar with Sheela Chari

The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators provides the resources, professional networking, and community-building opportunities that support writers, illustrators, and translators throug...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Oct 1

Attention illustrators: here is a mentorship opportunity that looks amazing! its over Zoom so you can participate from anywhere. #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration
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Illustrator Mentorship with Kerry Martin, Creative Director at Holiday House

The Illustrator Mentorship is open to Unpublished SCBWI Members to work directly with Kerry Martin, Creative Director at Holiday House. Registration is open for SCBWI San Diego Home Region Premium Mem...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Sep 26

This is a wonderful opportunity to get your work in front of the right eyes and get great feedback. #kidlit
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SCBWI-MI Critique Carousel 2025

The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators provides the resources, professional networking, and community-building opportunities that support writers, illustrators, and translators throug...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Sep 23

Its not too late to sign up! #kidlit #SCBWI
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Kickstarter: Launch Your Crowdfunding Success

Ready to bring your creative project to life with Kickstarter but unsure where to start? Join illustrator, author and creator Jime Wimmer for an intensive one-hour workshop designed to demystify the c...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Sep 12

Hone your craft in this wonderful workshop.
#kidlit #writing #revising #SCBWI
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Edit Your Work to Enhance Voice with Sara Grant

Hone your novel’s voice with expert tips and exercises from author and editor Sara Grant.

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Sep 12

Ahhh, the power of the page turn! Find out more about it in this workshop by SCBWI Israel!
#kidlit #picturebooks #SCBWI
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PASSIONATE ABOUT PAGINATING-Agent Rachel Orr-SCBWI Israel

Whether you're an illustrator or an author, it's crucial to think early on about your manuscript in its intended format: as a picture book! Rachel Orr at Prospect Agency will help you find joy in pagi...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Sep 12

Thank you for posting this Ken. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Norma.

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Sep 4

If you are interested in building a portfolio of cover work, this workshop is for you! #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration
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SCBWI Houston: Designing and Illustrating Covers

Gain skills and insights to create incredible book covers to successfully sell your children's books to prospective publishers and book buyers. A great cover is the most critical piece of artwork you'...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Aug 27

Interested in a road trip? This looks like it will be both fun and informative. Soul feeding.
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2025 SCBWI SF/SOUTH ILLUSTRATOR DAY

Please join the SCBWI SF/SOUTH regional team for the in-person, bi-annual Illustrator Day featuring our amazing faculty - illustrator Rob Sayegh Jr, agent Aliza Hoover, and art director Eugenia Yoh - ...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Aug 18

Here is an opportunity to learn about effective critique groups! Free to SCBWI members.

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SCBWI Long Island Presents: From Feedback to Flourish: How Critique Groups Can Elevate Your Manuscript

We all love our manuscripts, but sometimes we’re too close to them to identify issues. That’s where critique groups come in. Critiquing the works of others can help bring your own manuscript to the ne...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Aug 1

The Summer 2015 Portfolio Showcase! Who would you vote for? #SCBWIsummer25

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Summer 2025 Portfolio Showcase

The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators provides the resources, professional networking, and community-building opportunities that support writers, illustrators, and translators throug...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Aug 1

This could be really helpful, especially for those taking the self-publishing path. Jime is am intelligent, insightful presenter.

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Kickstarter: Launch Your Crowdfunding Success

Ready to bring your creative project to life with Kickstarter but unsure where to start? Join illustrator, author and creator Jime Wimmer for an intensive one-hour workshop designed to demystify the c...

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Jul 31

Wonderful to see how many books you have worked on @charlenedraws.bsky.social

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Jul 31

Here’s another kidlit chat on Bluesky!

Charlene Chua @charlenedraws.bsky.social · Jul 31

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KidLitArt @kidlitart.bsky.social · Jul 11

July's topic for #KidLitArt chat will be - The Great Online!

Join your hosts on July 31, 9pm EST/6pm PST for an hour-long chat about what & how we're all doing online!

Banner art by Scout Underhill

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Jul 31

That’s why these events are useful!

SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Jul 31

Time?

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Jul 31

That’s cool

SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Jul 31

Feel free to snoop out the answers or drop some answers! Do you still host online chats?

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Annely So @annely-so.bsky.social · Jul 31

#scbwicanadawest Thanks for chatting today and please continue the conversation here or seek out other creatives. If you are attending the #scbwisummerconference2025 enjoy and good luck with the portfolio showcase!

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SCBWI Canada West @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social · Jul 31

Thanks for showing your space. It is really cool to see how other people set things up and work.

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