Check out this opportunity for illustrators to learn from one of the best! #kidlit #illustration www.scbwi.org/events/from-...

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I am re-posting #kidlitartpostcard day posts from our Canada West members. Enjoy! If I missed yours, please let me know and I will fix that.

#kidlitpostcard #kidlit #illustration Hey all, I’m Sandy, a Canadian author/illustrator. I actually played one of these clunkers when I was 12 (against my will of course). Now I can illustrate it and pretend I was amazing, though the sour notes are more accurate.

Happy November #kidlitartpostcard My Name is Nicole. I'm a mixed media artist from Canada currently focusing on traditional art mediums. Seeking Representation & would love the opportunity to work on illustrations for board books, children's books & middle grade books. #illustration #kidlit #art

First day of snow for is on this beautiful #kidlitartpostcard day! My name is Deborah Paquette and I am seeking representation. #Kidlitpostcard #kidlit

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! After the graphite pencil of October, a bit of colour! i’m Marie-Helene, a picturebook illustrator based on the stunning west coast of Canada! I love illustrating whimsical and animals. For my portfolio www.mhbabin.com #kidlitart #childrensbookillustrator #polarbears

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day ! I’m a British illustrator/ author living in BC, Canada, inspired by nature, wildlife, & magical things . I’d love to work on more picture books, chapter books and MG books . #illustration #kidlitart #kidlitartpostcardday #illustrator

Hello! I am Annely So, author-illustrator and reader of picture books! I am either making something or playing outside! Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! #kidlitart #canadawestillustrators #childhoodillustrations #playoutside #basketball www.annelyso.com www.instagram.com/annelyartandillustration

Sharing an upcoming event from our friends at SCBWI Brazos Valley: Meet and Pitch with Adam Blackman, Acquisitions Editor at Cardinal Rule Press #SCBWI #kidlit www.scbwi.org/events/brazo...

Check out this amazing workshop from our good buddies @scbwicanadaeast.bsky.social #kidlit #SCBWI www.scbwi.org/events/from-...

Struggle with comp titles? This is the workshop for you! #kidlit #SCBWI www.scbwi.org/events/webin...

This Thursday is #kidlitart chat! #kidlit

Level-up your illustrating game with the expert use of reference photos. #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitillustration www.scbwi.org/regions/hawa...

In this industry, resilience is key! Registration for the webinar "How to Have an Unshakeable Career in Publishing" opens October 22. #kidlit www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

Experimenting with point of view is a powerful way to elevate a manuscript. This webinar takes a deep dive into the topic. #kidlit www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

Attention illustrators: here is a mentorship opportunity that looks amazing! its over Zoom so you can participate from anywhere. #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration www.scbwi.org/events/san-d...

This is a wonderful opportunity to get your work in front of the right eyes and get great feedback. #kidlit www.scbwi.org/events/criti...

Its not too late to sign up! #kidlit #SCBWI www.scbwi.org/events/kicks...

Hone your craft in this wonderful workshop. #kidlit #writing #revising #SCBWI www.scbwi.org/events/editi...

Ahhh, the power of the page turn! Find out more about it in this workshop by SCBWI Israel! #kidlit #picturebooks #SCBWI www.scbwi.org/events/passi...

If you are interested in building a portfolio of cover work, this workshop is for you! #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration www.scbwi.org/events/desig...

Interested in a road trip? This looks like it will be both fun and informative. Soul feeding. www.scbwi.org/events/SFSou...

Here is an opportunity to learn about effective critique groups! Free to SCBWI members. www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

The Summer 2015 Portfolio Showcase! Who would you vote for? #SCBWIsummer25 www.scbwi.org/submissions/...

This could be really helpful, especially for those taking the self-publishing path. Jime is am intelligent, insightful presenter. www.scbwi.org/events/kicks...

Here’s another kidlit chat on Bluesky!

#scbwicanadawest Thanks for chatting today and please continue the conversation here or seek out other creatives. If you are attending the #scbwisummerconference2025 enjoy and good luck with the portfolio showcase!

Q7-Please keep in touch here are find each other in other online and in person venues. Let’s do this again! Share your social media, website, or contact below. (Yes, also not an actual question!) #scbwicanadawest

Q6-Do you have any favorite online resources, books or organizations for the kid lit community? #scbwicanadawest

Q5-What do you wish for from your kidlit community? (Accountability, critique, support…) #scbwicanadawest consists of @kenrolston.bsky.social as Regional Advisor, Marlene Tonn Roher and @deborahpaquette.bsky.social as Assistant RAs, and @annely-so.bsky.social as illustration coordinator Message us!

Q4-Show (picture if willing cuz we are nosy) or tell about your work space(s). Do you have special tools, seating, exercise, tricks, to help you with endurance for work and keeping you healthy and productive? #scbwicanadawest

Q3 Name a book you have recently read, any genre, that you can’t help but share with others. (Ok technically not a question!) #scbwicanadawest

Q2-#scbwicanadawest If you could meet any author or illustrator (dead or alive) who would it be? What would you ask?

Hello Kidlit Canada. #scbwicanadawest Q1 (ok actually more than one question!) -Tell us about you and your connection to the kidlit world. Where are you located? Do you have current projects or are new to the kidlit journey? Do you have a day or night job? What’s your superhero power?

If you wonder how this works, find us @scbwicanadawest.bsky.social or #scbwicanadawest and between 5-6pm pst, there will be questions participants can answer. If you see Q1 please Use A1 in your response and the hashtag above. You may respond directly to the feed as a separate message.

See you at 5pm :)

Banner contest! #kidlitart #kidlit411 www.kidlit411.com/2025/07/kidl...

Join #SCBWICanadaWest for a kit lit chat on Wed, Jul 30 from 5-6pm/pst with an interactive Q&A hosted by @kenrolston.bsky.social @deborahpaquette.bsky.social @annely-so.bsky.social Connect with the Canadian Kit Lit community. Use #SCBWICanadaWest to find us. #scbwisummerconference2025

This is a free event open to the public so bring your friends. Register at: scbwi.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

So much useful information!

If you are interested in graphic novels, this is a fantastic opportunity! www.scbwi.org/events/bootc...

Toying with the idea of switching genres but feel daunted? This workshop was created for you! www.scbwi.org/events/trans...

The Virtual Summer Conference is right around the corner and it is going to be amazing! Registration is open. www.scbwi.org/events/virtu...

Voting for the Crystal Kite Awards is open! Make your voice heard. www.scbwi.org/crystal-kite...

This FREE event should be packed with information for PAL members as well as anyone interested in publicity and marketing! www.scbwi.org/events/free-...

This informative opportunity is coming up this Wednesday! It includes a submission opportunity. www.scbwi.org/events/publi...

Focus on your sense of purpose! www.scbwi.org/events/augus...

Here's a great opportunity to explore the world of informational fiction. www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

And another juicy FREE event here. Big shout out to SCBWI Florida! Thank you😍 www.scbwi.org/events/i-can...