Children's book illustration classes with local illustrator Craig Orback are starting soon in Bellevue and Seattle. Visit him at his website and blog. Children's Book Illustration I Immerse yourself in the world of children’s book illustration with this introductory course. Through in-class assignments using a variety of media, you'll learn basic techniques to complete illustrations... Continue Reading →
The Magic of Writing for Children Class
Peggy King Anderson currently has openings in her Magic of Writing for Children (beginning level) which starts Tuesday, April 10, 6:30-9:30 p.m., at Bellevue College, North Campus. In this 8 week series (bargain priced at $195) Peggy will cover the basics of writing for children in a fun, interactive class, with time for writing exercises... Continue Reading →
Writing LGBTQ-Friendly Children’s Books
WRITING LGBTQ-FRIENDLY CHILDREN'S BOOKS Richard Hugo House - April 14 to May 19 (6 Saturdays) - 10am to 12noon This is a supportive, inspiring environment in which to explore and develop your ideas for a children’s picture book. Perhaps you want more books supporting your child’s LGBTQ family environment. Maybe you’ve always wished that the... Continue Reading →
Ben Clanton Book Launch & Signing
Hey, you! Yes, you with the dazzling smile! The donkey wants your vote. So does the elephant. And each will do just about anything to win your support. Brag? Sure! Flatter? Absolutely! Exaggerate, name-call, make silly promises and generally act childish? Yes, yes, yes, and yes.Head on over to Secret Garden, on Thursday April 5,... Continue Reading →
Upcoming Author/Illustrator Events
Wondering what's going on in your neighborhood? Here are just a few author/illustrator events from our local bookstores. Make sure you visit the websites for more information and more events.Secret Garden Events:March 31 at 6:00 p.m.Author Lisa Lutz wil share a sneak peek of her forthcoming picture book, HOW TO NEGOTIATE EVERYTHING with art by... Continue Reading →
Got a book to promote?
You might want to enter the drawing for a year of free promotion from a new marketing team, Literary Logistics. Check out the deets, the marketers, and their new effort here.
SCBWI Oregon Spring Conference
Sad that the SCBWI Western Washington conference is sold out? Or maybe you just can't get enough conferences. Don't despair, head south for the weekend to join SCBWI Oregon for their annual conference, May 18-19, 2012. They have a great lineup of faculty such as Jill Corcoran, Andrew Karre, Laurent Linn, Deb Lund, Melissa Manlove,... Continue Reading →
Vote for Books! The Inside Story Is Coming!
We have an incredible lineup for this spring's Inside Story, folks, and we'd love for you to be part of this celebration of new books. Twenty-three local authors and illustrators will share the inside stories behind their new work, and we couldn't be prouder of our theme, Vote for Books!, which was inspired by the... Continue Reading →
Writing for Teens with Kathryn Erskine and Rich Wallace
In order to connect with young-adult readers, adult writers must reconnect with their teen years. Both Kathryn Erskine and Rich Wallace have mastered the ability to jump back in time and give their readers the honesty and emotion of a teen perspective.Kathy's successes in the YA genre include her National Book Award—winning, MOCKINGBIRD. Kathy is... Continue Reading →
Good News for Carole Estby Dagg
Good News and a big round of whoops for fellow SCBWI WWA Member Carole Estby Dagg!! Carole's young adult historical novel, THE YEAR WE WERE FAMOUS, is one of the titles honored this year on the Amelia Bloomer List. Each year the list, prepared by the American Library Association's Feminist Task Force, selects the best... Continue Reading →