Registration is officially open for the 2014 Write Here, Write Now, a unique literary intensive. Sponsored by the Seattle7 Writers, the day features mini-lessons and tips from Seattle7 Writers and friends; receive consultations; write for sustained blocks of time; listen to opening and closing remarks by Claire Dederer and Garth Stein; and much, much more.... Continue Reading →
Last-minute Laurie!
This just in: Laurie Halse Anderson is coming THIS WEDNESDAY, January 8 to University Book Store. Yes, really. You read that right! The author of beloved YA books Speak, Wintergirls, Twisted, Catalyst, Prom, and historical novels Chains, Forge, and Fever: 1793, will appear to support her latest work, The Impossible Knife of Memory. This is... Continue Reading →
Arty inspiration
Need a creative kick in the drawers? Try one of these: This daily weblog by Dinotopia creator James Gurney (left), which is for illustrators, plein-air painters, sketchers, comic artists, animators, art students, and writers. You'll find practical studio tips, insights into the making of the Dinotopia books, and first-hand reports from art schools and museums.... Continue Reading →
Happy New Year — and a new chance to learn!
Need a new class to perk up your writing for the New Year? Member Lois V. Harris, whose credits include multiple picture books, will be teaching a class called Shining the Spotlight on Children's Concept Books, Picture Books, and Story Books at the Skagit Valley College on Thursday evenings starting on January 30. The $49... Continue Reading →
Meet the artist #43
You can still see SCBWI WWA art at the Washington State Convention Center through Jan. 8, or check out the art and artists online here. Obidinah Heavner Why did you choose to submit this art? I chose this for the drama! the intrigue! and the first turning point in the story “Ocho Loved Flowers.”... Continue Reading →
Thank You, Tina Claus!
Hey you illustrators, it looks like our show at the Convention Center is on track to get 5000 views on the STQRY app! Can you believe that? When was the last time one of your pieces got 5000 views? I know some of you vets have been so fortunate (and talented), but for me, this... Continue Reading →
Meet the artist #42
You can still see SCBWI WWA art at the Washington State Convention Center through Jan. 8, or check out the art and artists online here. Anne Whiting Why did you choose to submit this art? I chose to submit this art because it's a winter scene for a winter event. What does being part... Continue Reading →
Meet the artist #41
You can still see SCBWI WWA art at the Washington State Convention Center through Jan. 8, or check out the art and artists online here. Nancy Foulke Why did you choose to submit this art? For quite a while now, I have been experimenting with night skies and clouds with moonlight shining on the... Continue Reading →
Scribble and Scrawl, Y’all! Friday, Dec 27
Scribble And Scrawl (Kid Lit Drink Night) Tomorrow Night at Tippe and Drague Ale House, Beacon Hill! Sick of your family and visiting relatives? Had it up to here with Holiday Cheer? Bring your writing and drawing pads and/or devices to the Tippe and Drague and totally ignore your SCBWI brethren and sistern and get... Continue Reading →
Meet the artist #40
You can still see SCBWI WWA art at the Washington State Convention Center through Jan. 8, or check out the art and artists online here. Stacia Stojanoff Why did you choose to submit this art? It's a good representation of my style with whimsy, textures, and a rich color palette. What does being part... Continue Reading →