SCBWI Northern NetworkPresents A Mini-Critique Workshop Last month we discussed the workings of a critique group. This month we’ll put what we learned into practice. Bring a picture book manuscript (around 500 words), three pages of a novel, or a few illustrations for us to share. We’ll practice giving (and receiving) good feedback. Date: Wednesday,... Continue Reading →
SCBWI presents: STUDENT MEMBERSHIPS!!!
Know any students who are budding artists and writers and storytellers? Well, now they can be in the SCBWI loop, with the unveiling of a new Student Membership. This is a Big. Deal. So, do unto others as you would have done to you: Pass it on!! Click HERE for all the details.
Deadline Extended for Workshop Presenters!
We have received some terrific workshop proposals, but we still haven’t heard from YOU! We want YOUR GREAT IDEAS for our next year of spectacular monthly meetings and April 2017 conference presentations. And because we know how busy you all are, note our EXTENDED DEADLINE! The nitty-gritty: Workshops may address topics relevant to potential attendees... Continue Reading →
SCBWI Summer Conference: Registration open now!
As if our local weather hasn't given us visions of a long, hot summer (whee!), then here's another reason to get the sunscreen out: SCBWI's Annual Summer Conference in Los Angeles just opened its registration! For all the amazing, chock-full-of-goodness details, CLICK HERE. Summer's almost here! Make it one to remember! Don't miss out! SPECIAL... Continue Reading →
Three Amigas WEDNESDAY NIGHT!!
They're . . . Faster than a bullet point! More powerful than a character's motive! Able to leap tall tales in a single read! Our April event is upon us! Come learn from a trio of Super Experts who will help us look at our crafts and stories from different angles. We are... Continue Reading →
SCBWI APRIL EVENT – You’re Invited!
The Amazing Amigas of April Arrive Anon! Wednesday, April 20: Monthly Meeting with Special Guests (above)! Seattle Pacific University, Demaray Hall, 6:15–9pm Free for Passport Holders. $10 for SCBWI members. $15 for non-members. Keep It Simple Art Showcase begins at 6:15 pm. Meeting starts at 7pm (get there early for snacks and chat), till... Continue Reading →
Kid Lit Drink Night TONIGHT
Kidlit Drink Night is TONIGHT at the Issaquah Brewhouse, 35 W Sunset Way, Issaquah from 6:30 – 9:30. It’s the suburbs – lots of free parking and cheap beer, soft drinks, and wine. Great fish and chips (it’s right next to the salmon hatchery, one does wonder…)! Join us to talk shop and meet... Continue Reading →
Inside Story!
Caws for Celebration May 3 will be a night of fowl play as 23 local children’s book authors & illustrators get two minutes each to share the inside poop on their latest books! About Inside Story Inside Story has grown to a much-anticipated and warmly attended event. We hold this celebration twice a year so... Continue Reading →
Kid Lit Drink Night THIS WEEK!
Counting down to some serious fun this Thursday night! Hope to see everyone there!
April 30! Independent Bookstore Day!
Seattle Area Independent Bookstores join together to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day Saturday, April 30 #SEAbookstoreday Bookstores around the Seattle area and the nation are now preparing for Independent Bookstore Day: a country-wide celebration of books and independent bookstores on Saturday, April 30.Local Participating Bookstores: All participating stores will be throwing parties on April 30th celebrating... Continue Reading →