Join us this Saturday, May 9 at 10 a.m. at BookPeople! Author, poet and Typewriter Rodeo member Rebecca Bendheim and author and filmmaker Marissa Macy will help you figure out which ideas most excite you and how to go from idea to finished manuscript. www.scbwi.org/events...

Introducing our conference agents! @jackiekruzie.bsky.social, @kaylacichello.bsky.social, @jemiscoe.bsky.social, @bookbarrista.bsky.social, @abwycisk.bsky.social, Alyssa Jennette, @casahasegawa.bsky.social, Stephen Barr, @bokerbooks.bsky.social and Tianna Kelly! www.scbwi.org/events...

Mark your calendars! Registration for our conference opens on June 14th! It's a jam-packed 1-day conference with a mix of class, socials, panels, and awards. Join us for a full day of learning, networking, and connecting. Register for updates here: www.scbwi.org/events...

Get ready for our second bootcamp for 2026, with some of the best faculty ready to help you start and finish your MG or YA novel! 60-90K words is daunting, but let these pros help. Join us! www.scbwi.org/events...

Are you ready to be inspired? Watch stories come to life as local authors and illustrators sketch animals, dream up playful tales, and read children’s books inspired by the sights and sounds around them! Register on our website for free admission! www.scbwi.org/events...

The path to writing and illustration for children looks different for each creator. For Austin author, Sean Petrie, it was a two-decade journey. Join us for our April monthly meeting to hear more about Sean's journey! www.scbwi.org/events...

We're hosting our March monthly meeting at a new location, the Austin Public Library Hampton Branch at Oak Hill! Understanding age categories in kidlit is a vital part of our writing and illustrating practice, especially in the current climate of book banning. www.scbwi.org/events...

Put your knowledge (and your guessing skills) to the test with a Kidlit Trivia afternoon during our next SCBWI social event at local independent bookstore, Lark & Owl! www.scbwi.org/events...

Don't miss our first bootcamp of the year, The Ins & Outs of Kid-Lit Non-Fiction and Education Markets. Join us for 6 amazing faculty speakers, 6 hours of education, and the opportunity for critiques and pitches. Attend live on Zoom or get a recording! www.scbwi.org/events...

The clock is ticking! Submit your sticker design for a chance to be featured at our upcoming conference!

Attn Austin TX #Kidlit! Mark your calendars for the next @scbwiatx.bsky.social social event! I am hosting Kidlit Trivia at #Lark&OwlBooksellers on 3/8. Register for this free event by clicking on the link so that we can get a head count for game logistics. www.scbwi.org/events/atx-f... #scbwiatx

Are you interested in self-publishing? We have the webinar for you! Learn the basics needed to take your manuscript from the computer screen to the bookshelf in this presentation with Tonya Duncan Ellis. www.scbwi.org/events...

Submissions are NOW OPEN for our annual sticker competition! Create a design that captures this year's theme: COMMUNITY. The winning artwork will be featured as the visual theme at our SCBWI ATX 2026 Conference in September. Submit your artwork by March 1. www.scbwi.org/events...

Join us at our FREE monthly meeting for a run down of SCBWI's National NY Winter Conference. Our chapter leaders will share insights, lessons learned, and industry updates from the various classes and sessions attended. www.scbwi.org/events...

Let's get social! Join us for our first FREE social event of the year on Tuesday, Jan. 27. Grab a drink, write your six-word memoir, and mingle with fellow writers and illustrators. www.scbwi.org/events...

Happy Holidays! We hope to see all of our members at our annual holiday potluck on December 13 as we enjoy each other's company, celebrate our successes, and eat some delicious food. Register online for more details: www.scbwi.org/events...

Are you ready to explore the children's poetry markets? Join author Susan Johnston Taylor on Dec. 9 to learn how children's poetry offers an outlet for short-form creativity--and maybe a chance to get paid, too! www.scbwi.org/events...

Ready to turn your manuscript into a published book? Join us on November 15th for our last bootcamp of the year, From Draft to Deal: Indie, Trad, and Self-Publishing. Can't make it on the event day? We'll send you a recording! www.scbwi.org/events...

There's more to children's books than just the words and illustrations! Join our webinar with Kerry Martin, creative director of Holiday House and Peachtree Publishing Company, to talk about the role design plays in the overall look of the book and look at some behind-the-scenes processes.

Today's the day! Don't miss our FREE event with Cristin Terrill and Beth Revis! Join a hands-on talk about theme that will help guide you as you develop your idea, after which you'll take your renewed focus and apply it to a breakdown on story structure. www.scbwi.org/events...

Illustrators, don't miss our webinar on October 21! Join Sandie Sonke to learn how to turn words into pictures. She'll share how to interpret a manuscript and collaborate with an author to bring their vision to life. www.scbwi.org/events...

Don't overlook your greatest allies when it comes to selling your book, local independent bookstores like our friends at BookPeople! Join Madeline Smoot to learn how to build and maximize your relationships with independent booksellers.

It's officially conference week! We're ready to get this party started. Be sure to share your updates using #atxscbwiconf25. We might have something fun up our sleeves for those of you who post during the conference. Stay tuned for details. 😉

Every author and illustrator dreams of winning an award for their prized creation and having an Amazon listing with many 4- or 5-star reviews. Join us at our FREE September monthly meeting to learn some easy tips and tricks for getting your book noticed in a good way.

Are you joining us on Aug. 30 at BookPeople? Stay after to boost your confidence by practicing your pitch alongside your fellow conference attendees in a low-key, friendly environment! You’ll have a chance to read your pitch, have it timed and hear the pitches of fellow attendees.

Join us on Saturday for our free monthly meeting at Bookpeople! Learn from children’s book authors Kari Lavelle, Lindsay Leslie and Melissa Coffey about how they turned their picture book critique group into a marketing machine. www.scbwi.org/events...

Join us tomorrow night! Head over to Meanwhile Brewing at 7 p.m. to have a coffee or a beer on us. Bring a friend who might be interested in joining in all of the fun with our local SCBWI chapter.

Calling all illustrators! Did you know we have sketch nights on the second Tuesday of each month from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Central Market on North Lamar? Bring your supplies and join your fellow illustrators to chat and create, no matter your medium! For the latest updates, be sure to join our Discord.

The countdown is on! You have just four weeks left to register for our Mini MFA Conference on Saturday, Sept. 27. Join us for a focused, craft-driven experience designed to help both writers and illustrators polish their skills. #atxscbwiconf25 www.scbwi.org/events...

Join us at our FREE monthly meeting on August 30 to learn how to turn your Critique Group into a Marketing Machine! Hear from Melissa Coffey, Kari Lavelle, and Lindsay Leslie about the specific tools they've employed to promote themselves locally and nationally. www.scbwi.org/events...

Drinks are on us! Join your Austin SCBWI chapter on August 20 at Meanwhile Brewing for a relaxed meet and greet with coffee and beer. Also, bring a friend who might be interested in joining our chapter. The creative conversations will be flowing. All we need is you! www.scbwi.org/events...

What are you waiting for? Registration for our conference closes on Sept. 15. Don't miss out on the fun. Register today before seats sell out! www.scbwi.org/events... #picturebookauthor #kidlit #kidlitillustration #kidlitauthor #scbwi #scbwiaustintx #editor #literaryagent

Practice you conference pitch in person at our free roundtable event at Bookpeople! Share your pitch alongside your fellow conference attendees in a low-key, friendly environment! www.scbwi.org/events...

Are you ready to workshop your pitch for our upcoming conference? Join Katy Schroeder on August 18 as she helps you craft and polish your pitch. You'll also learn what to expect during your pitch session with an industry professional. www.scbwi.org/events...

There are only a few days left for our giveaway! Conference attendees and volunteers, enter to win a critique or portfolio review from Claire Tattersfield or Mallory Grigg! Follow us on Instagram, post this image, and tag @scbwiaustintx by Aug. 8. One winner will be randomly selected on Aug. 15th.

You don't want to miss our upcoming bootcamp, All About Graphic Novels! If you can't make it, don't worry! The bootcamp will be recorded and shared with registered attendees. Sign up on our website before it's too late! www.scbwi.org/events...

Join us for a free event at Meanwhile Brewing to have a coffee or a beer on us! This will be a relaxed evening of networking and conversation with your fellow local SCBWI members. Bring a friend! www.scbwi.org/events...

Our graphic novel bootcamp will be here soon! This bootcamp is designed specifically for children's book authors and illustrators. Learn from four professionals: two agents, an author, and an author/illustrator teach over 4 hours of curriculum with live Q&A! www.scbwi.org/events...

Are you ready to perfect your pitch for our upcoming conference? Warm up before the big day with an informative, motivational workshop. Come and enjoy a relaxed, guided workshop to help you craft and polish your pitch. Register here: www.scbwi.org/events...

Are you joining us in September? Share this image to let your fellow attendees know you'll see them there! And if you're not, what are you waiting for? #austinscbwi #scbwi #writersconference #atxscbwiconf25 www.scbwi.org/events...

Illustrators, we have another workshop for you! Join Art Director Mallory Grigg to discover the formats that highlight your strengths and get your artwork into the right hands. #austinscbwi #scbwi #writersconference #atxscbwiconf25 www.scbwi.org/events...

This week! Join our webinar to learn Katy Schroeder's favorite immersive techniques to answer the important question, "How do we invite young readers into our worlds and make them feel like they never want to put down the story?" www.scbwi.org/events...

Who is better to talk about the latest publishing trends than Editor Claire Tattersfield? Join her session to learn how to pick apart today's trends and use them to breathe life into your projects. #austinscbwi #scbwi #writersconference #atxscbwiconf25 www.scbwi.org/events...

Join our upcoming conference to see author Adrianna Cuevas share how to create relatable characters for your audience. Bring your pens and paper, because this session includes writing exercises! #austinscbwi #scbwi #writersconference #atxscbwiconf25 www.scbwi.org/events...

Are you an aspiring illustrator? Join Art Director Tracy Shaw's insightful character design workshop to learn how to create characters that stick. Registration is open until Sept 15th! #austinscbwi #scbwi #writersconference #atxscbwiconf25 www.scbwi.org/events...

Join us for our August bootcamp to find out all about graphic novels! This bootcamp is designed specifically for children's books authors and illustrators. Learn from four professionals with over 4 hours of curriculum and a live Q&A! www.scbwi.org/events...

We can't wait! Don't miss out, and register today!

#writers I'm thrilled to be the novel mentor for the @scbwiatx.bsky.social Mini MFA Conference on Sept. 27. Register today! #atxscbwiconf25 #scbwi @scbwi.bsky.social www.scbwi.org/events/2025-...

How do we invite young readers into our worlds and make them feel like they never want to put down the story? Join our webinar to learn immersive techniques from @perhapskatyj.bsky.social that participants can apply to their current project. www.scbwi.org/events...

Join us for our FREE July Monthly Meeting at @bookpeople where illustrator @alyssarussellillustrates will share all the things she wishes she knew during her first year as as a working illustrator! Stay afterwards for critique & chat sessions. www.scbwi.org/events/month...