SCBWI-Ohio North
@scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social
This is the official Bluesky account for the Ohio North chapter of the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators. #scbwi #SCBWIOhioNorth
Learn about us and our events and resources:
https://linktr.ee/ohionorthscbwi
Learn about us and our events and resources:
https://linktr.ee/ohionorthscbwi
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The amazing faculty and team that made for a fun and informative #scbwiohionorth Fall Conference.
Thanks to all who made it a success!
Thanks to all who made it a success!
Join us for Cocoa and Critiques this Wednesday, December 17
7:30-9:30 pm.
This event is open to all @scbwi members.
To register-> tr.ee/aPBZ-K0vcl
7:30-9:30 pm.
This event is open to all @scbwi members.
To register-> tr.ee/aPBZ-K0vcl
December 14, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Join us for Cocoa and Critiques this Wednesday, December 17
7:30-9:30 pm.
This event is open to all @scbwi members.
To register-> tr.ee/aPBZ-K0vcl
7:30-9:30 pm.
This event is open to all @scbwi members.
To register-> tr.ee/aPBZ-K0vcl
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Go to www.scbwi.org/featured-illustrator to apply to be a part of the Featured Illustrator program.
Featured illustrator
SCBWI features one illustrator member each month. The Featured Illustrator’s art is highlighted prominently on the homepage and all SCBWI social media. Our site receives over 191K hits each month, our...
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December 8, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Go to www.scbwi.org/featured-illustrator to apply to be a part of the Featured Illustrator program.
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Join us for our January Virtual Illustration Critique Session on January 22. Any SCBWI member is welcome to join!
The February critique will be in-person in the Cincinnati–Dayton area (TBA).
Please fill out the interest form to receive info. url-shortener.me/2H0V #ohioillustrators #scbwiohio
The February critique will be in-person in the Cincinnati–Dayton area (TBA).
Please fill out the interest form to receive info. url-shortener.me/2H0V #ohioillustrators #scbwiohio
December 8, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Join us for our January Virtual Illustration Critique Session on January 22. Any SCBWI member is welcome to join!
The February critique will be in-person in the Cincinnati–Dayton area (TBA).
Please fill out the interest form to receive info. url-shortener.me/2H0V #ohioillustrators #scbwiohio
The February critique will be in-person in the Cincinnati–Dayton area (TBA).
Please fill out the interest form to receive info. url-shortener.me/2H0V #ohioillustrators #scbwiohio
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It's the last #KidLitArtPostcard of the year! You can count on this Aye Aye (inspired by a dad joke in my lovely critique group).
I’m Brian, an author/illustrator repped by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social & @bradfordagents.bsky.social - working on humorous pbs.
Check out BrianKirbyStudio.com
I’m Brian, an author/illustrator repped by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social & @bradfordagents.bsky.social - working on humorous pbs.
Check out BrianKirbyStudio.com
December 4, 2025 at 2:21 PM
It's the last #KidLitArtPostcard of the year! You can count on this Aye Aye (inspired by a dad joke in my lovely critique group).
I’m Brian, an author/illustrator repped by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social & @bradfordagents.bsky.social - working on humorous pbs.
Check out BrianKirbyStudio.com
I’m Brian, an author/illustrator repped by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social & @bradfordagents.bsky.social - working on humorous pbs.
Check out BrianKirbyStudio.com
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It's #kidlitartpostcard day! A busy year has made social media slow, but I plan on reaching out to agents in 2026!
I'm an author/illustrator working to tell cute magical stories and bring joy to children. I love chickens, dinosaurs, and good set if eyebrows.
🦖www.andreazupcsan.com
I'm an author/illustrator working to tell cute magical stories and bring joy to children. I love chickens, dinosaurs, and good set if eyebrows.
🦖www.andreazupcsan.com
December 4, 2025 at 7:50 PM
It's #kidlitartpostcard day! A busy year has made social media slow, but I plan on reaching out to agents in 2026!
I'm an author/illustrator working to tell cute magical stories and bring joy to children. I love chickens, dinosaurs, and good set if eyebrows.
🦖www.andreazupcsan.com
I'm an author/illustrator working to tell cute magical stories and bring joy to children. I love chickens, dinosaurs, and good set if eyebrows.
🦖www.andreazupcsan.com
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Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day and Happy Holidays! 🎄🕎 barrygott.com, Rep by @teresakie Bookmark Literary
#Kidlitpostcard #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitart
#Kidlitpostcard #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitart
December 4, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day and Happy Holidays! 🎄🕎 barrygott.com, Rep by @teresakie Bookmark Literary
#Kidlitpostcard #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitart
#Kidlitpostcard #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitart
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Congratulations to this month's Featured Illustrator Merrill Rainey. Watch to learn more about Merrill Rainey’s work at www.littlerainey.com.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtV5...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtV5...
December 8, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Congratulations to this month's Featured Illustrator Merrill Rainey. Watch to learn more about Merrill Rainey’s work at www.littlerainey.com.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtV5...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtV5...
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From our friends at SCBWI MD DE WV, this wonderful event that is FREE for members. #kidlit
www.scbwi.org/events/MD-Ma...
www.scbwi.org/events/MD-Ma...
7 Publishing Tips from Maple Lam
Join author-illustrator Maple Lam for a lively hour of real-talk about the ups and downs of traditional publishing. From studying story structures to pitching ideas, finding your people, and surviving...
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November 25, 2025 at 2:33 AM
From our friends at SCBWI MD DE WV, this wonderful event that is FREE for members. #kidlit
www.scbwi.org/events/MD-Ma...
www.scbwi.org/events/MD-Ma...
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New postcards for mailing and handouts!
November 24, 2025 at 9:56 PM
New postcards for mailing and handouts!
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November 20, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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Honored to have my book illustrations from 2 recent picture books represented in this awesome show with so many other great author/ illustrators. If you are in the area, stop in! The exhibit will be up 'til 12/12. #artacademyofcincinnati #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitartist
November 17, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Honored to have my book illustrations from 2 recent picture books represented in this awesome show with so many other great author/ illustrators. If you are in the area, stop in! The exhibit will be up 'til 12/12. #artacademyofcincinnati #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitartist
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November 18, 2025 at 1:14 AM
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See you this weekend Michigan friends at the @aadl.org Traverwood Branch Library!
Join author and illustrator Merrill Rainey for an interactive reading of his new book On the Air with Dr. Doodlebug. Then make your own buggy pal out of basic supplies!
Saturday, Nov 22 at 1 PM at our Traverwood Branch.
→ https://aadl.org/node/662574
Saturday, Nov 22 at 1 PM at our Traverwood Branch.
→ https://aadl.org/node/662574
November 19, 2025 at 1:46 AM
See you this weekend Michigan friends at the @aadl.org Traverwood Branch Library!
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It’s coming in 3-2-1 days! THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK by author @briangehrlein.bsky.social will be out in the wild November 11th! Get yourselves a copy. Owl bet you’ll love it! 🦉🐻💤🐍 #Thisisnotasleepybearbook
November 8, 2025 at 1:40 PM
It’s coming in 3-2-1 days! THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK by author @briangehrlein.bsky.social will be out in the wild November 11th! Get yourselves a copy. Owl bet you’ll love it! 🦉🐻💤🐍 #Thisisnotasleepybearbook
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I'll be signing books at Loganberry Books on the 28th, 4:00-5:00 PM. This award-winning book makes a great gift for parents, teachers and groovy kids. Creating these illustrations of kids dancing and moving was a joy. The complete line-up of authors can be found here: tinyurl.com/3mpm84e4 #shoplocal
November 11, 2025 at 8:57 AM
I'll be signing books at Loganberry Books on the 28th, 4:00-5:00 PM. This award-winning book makes a great gift for parents, teachers and groovy kids. Creating these illustrations of kids dancing and moving was a joy. The complete line-up of authors can be found here: tinyurl.com/3mpm84e4 #shoplocal
I spy Ohio North’s own @olgasmithart.bsky.social among the winners! 👀
YAHOOOO!! The #FallWritingFrenzy winners are up! Congrats to ALL who participated, there's so much talent. What a community!
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#kidlit #writing #amreading #amwriting #competitions #stories
@kaitlynleann17.bsky.social @professoraixa.bsky.social
lydialukidis.wordpress.com/2025/11/03/f...
#kidlit #writing #amreading #amwriting #competitions #stories
@kaitlynleann17.bsky.social @professoraixa.bsky.social
November 14, 2025 at 2:36 PM
I spy Ohio North’s own @olgasmithart.bsky.social among the winners! 👀
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I’m looking forward to being back at @covertocover.bsky.social this Sunday! We will be reading On The Air with Dr. Doodlebug, drawing bugs, and creating nature journals!
We are excited to welcome back author & illustrator @littlerainey.bsky.social on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 1:00 p.m.! Join us for a fun afternoon with activities. www.covertocoverchildrensbooks.com/event/steam-...
November 13, 2025 at 3:09 AM
I’m looking forward to being back at @covertocover.bsky.social this Sunday! We will be reading On The Air with Dr. Doodlebug, drawing bugs, and creating nature journals!
Free workshop for #scbwi members!
Join veteran editor and author Deborah Halverson for an up-to-the-minute look at the children's publishing industry.
Register here:
www.scbwi.org/events/state...
Register here:
www.scbwi.org/events/state...
November 14, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Free workshop for #scbwi members!
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November 7, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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Premium Members: Have you purchased your ticket to the SCBWI Winter Conference yet? Don't forget to buy them before November 16th to get the early bird rate!
www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
November 4, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Premium Members: Have you purchased your ticket to the SCBWI Winter Conference yet? Don't forget to buy them before November 16th to get the early bird rate!
www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...
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Looking for the perfect book to cozy up with or an unforgettable gift for the book lovers in your life?
Look no further—SCBWI BookStop is back and better than ever!
www.scbwi.org/bookstop
Look no further—SCBWI BookStop is back and better than ever!
www.scbwi.org/bookstop
November 3, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Looking for the perfect book to cozy up with or an unforgettable gift for the book lovers in your life?
Look no further—SCBWI BookStop is back and better than ever!
www.scbwi.org/bookstop
Look no further—SCBWI BookStop is back and better than ever!
www.scbwi.org/bookstop
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Updating some character designs to make ages a bit younger. I love these Star Catcher characters and I can’t wait to develop them more!
#kidlitart #illustrator #picturebooks #childrensbookillustrator
#kidlitart #illustrator #picturebooks #childrensbookillustrator
October 28, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Updating some character designs to make ages a bit younger. I love these Star Catcher characters and I can’t wait to develop them more!
#kidlitart #illustrator #picturebooks #childrensbookillustrator
#kidlitart #illustrator #picturebooks #childrensbookillustrator
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I’ve compiled a list of kidlit contests and events for writers and illustrators. If these kind of lists are helpful, please share and subscribe to my Substack open.substack.com/pub/olgasmit... #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitevents #kidlitcontests
November 2025. List of Kidlit Contests and Events for Illustrators and Writers
Contests, workshops, and pitch events
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October 29, 2025 at 9:36 PM
I’ve compiled a list of kidlit contests and events for writers and illustrators. If these kind of lists are helpful, please share and subscribe to my Substack open.substack.com/pub/olgasmit... #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitevents #kidlitcontests
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SCBWI Podcasts is officially back! 🎧
Listen to the latest episodes with Suzanne Kaufman and Ann Bausum now!
You can find us streaming on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
Listen to the latest episodes with Suzanne Kaufman and Ann Bausum now!
You can find us streaming on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
October 28, 2025 at 12:11 AM
SCBWI Podcasts is officially back! 🎧
Listen to the latest episodes with Suzanne Kaufman and Ann Bausum now!
You can find us streaming on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
Listen to the latest episodes with Suzanne Kaufman and Ann Bausum now!
You can find us streaming on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
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Join us Saturday, October 25th, at 7 PM for Illinois Lit Live, a free virtual evening of readings from Illinois members.
Featuring @sarashacter.bsky.social @mnewsome.bsky.social
@hannahbessross.bsky.social & JS Puller
Learn more: www.scbwi.org/regions/illi...
#SCBWI #IllinoisLitLive #KidLit
Featuring @sarashacter.bsky.social @mnewsome.bsky.social
@hannahbessross.bsky.social & JS Puller
Learn more: www.scbwi.org/regions/illi...
#SCBWI #IllinoisLitLive #KidLit
October 24, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Join us Saturday, October 25th, at 7 PM for Illinois Lit Live, a free virtual evening of readings from Illinois members.
Featuring @sarashacter.bsky.social @mnewsome.bsky.social
@hannahbessross.bsky.social & JS Puller
Learn more: www.scbwi.org/regions/illi...
#SCBWI #IllinoisLitLive #KidLit
Featuring @sarashacter.bsky.social @mnewsome.bsky.social
@hannahbessross.bsky.social & JS Puller
Learn more: www.scbwi.org/regions/illi...
#SCBWI #IllinoisLitLive #KidLit