SCBWI Houston’s Critique Crew Connection is happening tomorrow. This online event helps children’s book writers and illustrators connect into critique groups, starting with a Critique Basics webinar at 6:00 PM CST. Details and registration: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi... #SCBWI #WritingCommunity

Illustrators don’t have to create alone. This Thursday, SCBWI Houston hosts a virtual Illustrator Sketch Night — a relaxed space to draw, stay accountable, and create in community. Dec 18 | Online www.scbwi.org/events/illus... #IllustratorCommunity #ChildrensBookIllustrators

We are excited to kick off SCBWI Houston’s Critique Crew today. A great day for kidlit creators to connect, grow, and build community. Join us: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi... #SCBWIHouston #Kidlit #SCBWI

SCBWI Houston’s Critique Crew is filling fast. Discounted tickets end Dec 15. Join us here: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi... #SCBWIHouston #Kidlit #SCBWI

SCBWI Houston Creative Lift-Off meets tomorrow, December 9 at 6:30 PM CST. Join us for a focused creative session with prompts, writing or illustration time, and community support. www.scbwi.org/events/houst...

What a fun SCBWI holiday party! Thank you all for organizing it! Food, gifts, giveaways and so much fun... #writers #Illustrators #WritingCommunity #kidlit @scbwihouston.bsky.social

Hey, it’s party time! 🎉 SCBWI Houston Holiday Potluck is Tomorrow, Dec 1, 6:30–8 PM at Tracy Gee Community Center. Food, games, & White Elephant gifts under $20! Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow writers & illustrators. #SCBWIHouston #HolidayEvent

Join us for the SCBWI Houston Holiday Potluck on Dec 1 at 6:30 PM at Tracy Gee Community Center! Enjoy food, games, and time with fellow writers and illustrators. White Elephant optional ($20 max). See The SCBWI Event page and sign up #HolidayEvent #WritersAndIllustrators

Join us Dec 4 at 5 PM at Lorraine Cherry Nature Preserve for a cozy reading of Jane Yolen’s Owl Moon with Laura Bradham. Meet local creators and enjoy a beautiful evening outdoors! #SCBWIHouston #OwlMoon #KidLit

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Thanksgiving is near and we’re grateful for our writers! SCBWI Houston Critique Crew Connection is open for sign ups. Children’s book, middle grade, YA writers, and illustrators get 6 months of peer feedback. Sign up by Dec 15 www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

The 2026 SCBWI Winter Conference is coming this January and registration is now open. Are you planning to attend? Register at scbwi.org #SCBWI #KidLit #WritingCommunity

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Join Our Online Illustration Sketch Session on November 20 Work alongside other artists, try optional prompts, and stay motivated in a supportive online setting. Register and check your Meeting Notes for the Zoom link. #OnlineSketchNight #IllustrationCommunity #ArtPrompts

Sign up starts TODAY for SCBWI Houston online critique groups. Join 3–6 writers or illustrators for a six month guided feedback journey. www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi... #SCBWIHouston #KidLit #CritiqueGroup

Give yourself an hour to create! Start with unique prompts, then share discoveries with fellow writers, artists, and dreamers. One hour of creativity, connection, and community. Register now and join us! #WritingCommunity

Tomorrow's episode is so important! Full of insight to help not just emerging authors, but a refresher for veteran authors on how to treat your work as a business not just as a hobby. Want to learn how to prepare for a book launch, and more make sure to subscribe to our podcast! #writingcommunity

Our latest SCBWI Houston meeting pulled back the curtain on how editors choose manuscripts. Adam Blackman from Cardinal Rule Press shared what makes a story stand out. Missed it? The recording is now available on the SCBWI Events page. #SCBWIHouston #KidLit #PublishingIndustry #WritersCommunity

I can’t believe it’s almost Halloween! Writers and readers, what are your favorite Halloween books to read this spooky season? Are you into creepy classics, fun adventures, or magical tales? Comment below and share your favorites #HalloweenReads #WritersCommunity

Illustrator Sketch Night is happening today! Join Houston illustrators online from 6–9 PM CST for prompts, music, and creative connection. First time joining? Don’t miss it, and add future sessions to your calendar. #IllustratorSketchNight #CreativeCommunity #HoustonArtists #ArtNetworking

Writers and illustrators, ready to spark your creativity today? Join Houston SCBWI Liftoff at 6:30 PM CST for 30 min of prompts + 30 min of sharing and community. Sign up now on the SCBWI Houston event page! #HoustonSCBWI #SCBWI #SCBWIHouston #WritersCommunity #Illustrators

Ready to create and connect? Join Houston SCBWI Liftoff this Tuesday at 6:30 PM CST for an hour of creativity and community with writers and illustrators. #HoustonSCBWI #SCBWILiftoff #WritersOfX #IllustratorsCommunity #CreativeWriting

The SCBWI Houston October meeting recording is available now. Catch up on the latest insights and updates via the SCBWI Houston News link. #SCBWIHouston #SCBWI #KidLit #Authors #Illustrators #WritingCommunity #Publishing

SCBWI Houston celebrates the release of Susan B. McCauley’s Merlin’s Apprentice: Sword & Sceptre, out today. This YA fantasy finale to The Mage and Warrior Rising completes Merlin’s journey with courage, magic, and destiny. #SCBWIHouston #MerlinsApprentice #YAFantasy #BookRelease #HoustonAuthors

It's here! Looking for ways to build a creative career that lasts? Join us tonight at the SCBWI October Meeting with guest speaker Cate and her Unshakeable Artist method. Critique Group – 5:30 p.m. Meeting – 6:30 p.m. #SCBWI #KidLit #ChildrensBooks #WritersCommunity

What does it take to sustain a creative career? SCBWI October 6 5:30 pm Critique Group (sign up via SCBWI) 6:30 pm Meeting with guest speaker Cate (Sign up online) Learn the Unshakeable Artist method to handle rejections, waits, sales, and success. Register today. #Illustrators #AuthorCommunity

Children’s Book Cover Workshop – Sept 25 | 7–8:30 PM Learn from award-winning illustrator Kaz Windness! Gain the skills and insights to create book covers that stand out for picture books, early readers, or middle grade. Register now! #BookCoverDesign #ChildrensBookIllustration #IllustratorWorkshop

I'm thrilled to finally share the official announcement of my upcoming PB, Into The Small Kitchen with @inbetweenbooks. Thanks to all my #authors CPs and #kidlit friends for their incredible support and help. 🥰🙏 #NewBookAlert #picturebooks #kids @12x12challenge.bsky.social @scbwihouston.bsky.social

Houston Illustrators and Creatives Join SCBWI Houston Illustrator Sketch Night on Sept 18 from 6-9 PM CST. Create together with prompts and music or work quietly on your own projects. Register for this free event on our website: www.scbwi.org/events/illus... #kidlit #bluesky #houston #creatives

Missed our September Monthly Meeting with Valerie Bolling? Catch the replay before Oct 9! Learn tips to beat writer’s block, spark story ideas, and boost creativity. Watch now: scbwi.zoom.us/.../_QJxPnGG.... #WritersCommunity #KidLit #CreativeWriting

Looking for inspiration & community as a children's book creator? Interactive prompts + supportive writers/illustrators Every 2nd Tuesday 6:30 PM CST Next: Sept 10 on Zoom Ready to spark your kidlit creativity? Register: www.scbwi.org/events/houst... #kidlitwriting #blsky #writing #books

Struggling with your story? Join SCBWI Houston on September 8! Critique Group – 5:30 PM CST Share your work and get feedback. Monthly Meeting – 6:30 PM CST Award-winning author Valerie Bolling helps you beat writer’s block and spark creativity. #WritingCommunit #author

Struggling with story ideas? Join SCBWI Houston Sept 8, 6:30–8 PM CST on Zoom with award-winning author Valerie Bolling. Beat writer’s block, spark creativity, and start your next draft! Register: www.scbwi.org/events/month... #WritersLife #WritersBlock #SCBWI #CreativeWriting

Want your children’s book cover to stand out like a bestseller? Learn from Kaz Windness on Sep 25, 7–8:30 PM CST in a live SCBWI webinar. Submit portfolios by Sep 18 for written critiques. Scan QR to reserve! #BookCoverDesign #SCBWIHouston

North Houston social coming up this Saturday! Meet us at First Cup Coffee in Spring at 10am, or show up at 9:30 if you'd like to participate in some critique time. See you there!

Monthly meeting, tonight on Zoom! Join us to catch up on all the news and hear a presentation by author @laekanzeakemp.bsky.social on "Writing Through Difficult Times." 6:30-8pm CST. Register here for this free event: www.scbwi.org/events/month...

Coming up on Thursday, our Worldbuilding Crash Course with the fabulous @traceybaptiste.bsky.social! Only $15 for members See our website for more info and to register www.scbwi.org/events/world...

Hey, we're on Discord! Join us to keep up with all the news, exchange critiques, share resources, and more. Introduce yourself and take a look around! discord.gg/Ed97RYGc

Whoa! It's almost time for #kidlitchat! Grab your snacks and get comfy. See you at 9 pm (Eastern)!

Monthly meeting tonight, online & in person! Brave the cold and come to the Tracy Gee Center at 6:30pm or register for the Zoom link. Join us as we launch our new creative activity, “Houston Lift-Off!” www.scbwi.org/events/month...

Great series of webinars from the New Mexico SCBWI chapter, with some excellent presenters like Houston's own Tonya Ellis and Caroline Leech! Purchase individual webinars or get a nice discount for the whole bundle: www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

Author friends! Would you please tell me about your books coming in 2025 & early 2026? Educators are already starting to plan panels for next year's NCTE conference & I like to offer suggestions for panels on various topics when I'm asked. (Sharing my own 2025 book covers here for post visibility)

Updated my Quickstart Guide for Bluesky newcomers. Feel free to share with anyone who needs it! publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/qu... Note that I've added MANY topics & resources to my Unofficial Guide To Bluesky. Use the global Search to find the topic you're interested in. #BlueSkyTips

Monthly meeting and holiday party tonight! Join us at 6pm at the Tracy Gee Center for some fun & food with your creative community. Bring a treat to share and a gift to exchange if you'd like, or just bring yourself! www.scbwi.org/events/month...

Houston people! 8 of us local authors who had books released this year will be at Brazos Bookstore this evening. Stop by to say hello & pick up a signed book for yourself and/or for holiday gifts

Monthly meeting, tonight on Zoom! Join us to catch up on all the news and hear a presentation by Sheila Fernley of Storm Literary about finding the right literary agent for you. 6:30pm central time. Register for this free event to get the link and an email reminder: www.scbwi.org/events/month...

Early bird registration ends today for our upcoming retreat! Join us for a weekend at Camp Allen to focus on your creative work www.scbwi.org/events/houst...

Do YOU have a #bookbirthday this coming week, or know of someone else who does? Please REPLY with a cover image (use alt text) & details (author, illustrator, publisher, link with more info), so others can find out more info! With U.S. electionstuff, it might be a challenge to get new books noticed.

Join us tomorrow from 11-1 CT to focus on your creative work! Sign up for this free write-in/draw-in on our website, then bring your WIP to the Tracy Gee Center or the Zoom session www.scbwi.org/events/write...