SCBWI members at the PAL (published and listed) level, don't forget to update your profiles at scbwi.org to include your 2010 title(s). Why? Because that's your opportunity to be sure one of your 2010 books can be included in voting for SCBWI's new Crystal Kite Award. (When you add titles to your publications, you can... Continue Reading →
Suzanne Selfors Book Release & Reading
Suzanne Selfors is happy to announce the release of her third YA novel, MAD LOVE. Check out the MAD LOVE book trailer starring Suzanne's kids. Suzanne will be doing a reading this Friday Jan 7, at 6:30 p.m. at Liberty Bay Books in Poulsbo. Hope to see local members there!
Skype buddy wanted
Want to get better with Skype? Joni Sensel has used it a little but has a Skype school visit coming up next month and would like to find one or more buddies to practice with beforehand to get more familiar with the technology, test out various settings/backgrounds, see what works in terms of props, and... Continue Reading →
Summer Writing Workshop with Rosanne Parry
Upcoming 20th Annual Children's Writing & Illustrating Conference faculty member Rosanne Parry would like to announce that she will teaching the YA section of the Summer Fishtrap Workshop in Joseph, OR, on July 11-17, 2011. Rosanne says, "Any one out there looking for a good workshop in a beautiful place, keep Summer Fishtrap in mind!"Details can be found on the Fishtrap website.
Today’s YA Scene
Not sure how we missed this, but some time ago Publisher's Weekly (PW) had a great roundup of some new and interesting YA publishers and imprints: "Looking beyond the houses responsible for many of the bold-faced headliners at the top of bestseller lists, one finds an enthusiastic group of publishers, some newcomers to YA. . . . Here's... Continue Reading →
ALA Notable Children’s Books – Nominated Titles
From the Association for Library Services to Children (ALSC) blog: After a full year of intense reading, evaluation, and re-reading by committee members, the final 2011 Notable Children’s Books Midwinter discussion list and ballot is now available. Final selections will be made at the ALA Midwinter conference. Congratulations to our upcoming 20th Annual Children's Writing & Illustrating Conference keynoters... Continue Reading →
Eastside Kid Lit Pub Night
Carolyn Ossorio is kindly hosting the Eastside version of KidLit Pub Night! It will be Tuesday January 18, at the Renton Keg Bar, from 7-9 p.m. The Renton Keg Bar is located at 3750 East Valley Hwy, Renton, 98055 (425-251-0220). You can e-mail Carolyn at [email protected] if you have questions. Come join your fellow SCBWI... Continue Reading →
Revising your novel’s plot and pacing
Looking for novel revision help that focuses on plot and pacing? Joni Sensel will teach a six-week class on this topic at Hugo House this winter (Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., starting Feb. 2). The course will include her feedback on participants' first 30 pages. For more scoop, check out the class details or syllabus online at... Continue Reading →
Kid Lit Pub Night Reminder!
Don't forget —— our next KLPN is here! See you on Tuesday, December 28, from 7-9 p.m. at the Capitol Hill Elysian Brewpub at 1221 E Pike St, Seattle, 98122. Come share your New Years' writing and illustrating goals!(Special thanks to Laura McGee Kvasnosky for graciously allowing us to contribute to the delinquency of Zelda... Continue Reading →
Northern Network Schmooze
The WWA SCBWI Northern Network wants to extend an invitation to our January Schmooze. Northern Network Schmooze Wednesday, January 5, from 7:00-9:00 p.m., at Barnes & Noble, Bellingham, Washington “Maintaining Your Joy (and Sanity) on the Path to Publication and Beyond” Debut author Denise Jaden’s YA novel, LOSING FAITH, hit the shelves this past October.... Continue Reading →