SCBWI Westchester
@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
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We are located in Westchester County, New York.
https://www.scbwi.org/regions/westchesterny
This is a great interview by Lauren Rankel, one of our newest volunteers
@curioroom.bsky.social
#westchestercounty
scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2026/02/23/b...
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Bookstore Spotlight: The Little Bookshop with a Big Heart
By Lauren Rankel In this new blog series I will explore the many independent bookstores around Westchester County and discover what is at the heart of each location. My first stop was a visit to thâŚ
https://scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2026/02/23/bookstore-spotlight-the-little-bookshop-with-a-big-heart/
about 21 hours ago
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Happy
#bookbirthday
#frankensteinsmatzah
! Only 75 days til
#passover
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#kidlitmegafeed
#kidlit
#picturebooks
#passover2026
about 1 month ago
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Registration is open for a virtual event with Karen Boss, Sr. Editor
@charlesbridge.bsky.social
. This workshop will not be recorded. Register:
www.scbwi.org/events/westc...
#kidlitmegafeed
#kidlitcommunity
#pointofview
#amwritingkidlit
#kidlitart
@scbwi.bsky.social
about 2 months ago
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
:
#takeaways
This was one of the best
#KidLit
#amwriting
&
#amillustrating
community events that I've ever attended online. Here are a few things that I'm taking away from this experience. (I would also encourage more friends to try next year!)
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
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Read all about the
#inspiration
@aimeelucido.bsky.social
new
#middlegrade
Words Apart. Interview by
#annevaccarobrady
#kidlitmegafeed
#kidlit
#kidlitartist
#kidlitart
#twins
#twillustrators
#PhilippaCorcutt
#RachaelCorcutt
@scbwi.bsky.social
#wordsapart
scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/12/16/r...
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Read Local Highlight: Words Apart
By Anne Vaccaro Brady Chapter member Aimee Lucidoâs most recent middle grade novel incorporates comics, poetry and crossword puzzles to tell the story of two sisters as they navigate sixth grade. RâŚ
https://scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/12/16/read-local-highlight-words-apart/
2 months ago
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We had our 2nd Kidlit Open Mic!
#kidlitmegafeed
#kidlit
#kidlitart
@scbwi.bsky.social
@barrywaldo.bsky.social
#libriyorktownheights
#westchestercountywriters
scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/12/20/e...
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Event Recap: Our Second Kidlit Open Mic
By K. Marcus SCBWI Westchester hosted its second Kidlit Open Mic event on December 7, 2025. The free, in-person event took place at Libri, a local coffee, book, flower shop in YorktoâŚ
https://scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/12/20/event-recap-our-second-kidlit-open-mic/
2 months ago
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What an engaging interview by
#blogeditor
#AnneVaccaroBrady
with
#AlliaZobelNolan's
about her 2 new books!
#leewildish
#alejandrookif
#kidlitartist
#kidlit
#picturebooks
#amwritingkidlit
#westchestercountywriters
@scbwi.bsky.social
#kidlitmegafeed
scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/12/09/r...
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Read Local Spotlight: Finding Harmony: The Kitten Who Taught Friends Kindness
By Anne Vaccaro Brady A self-described  former New âYaw-ker,â Allie Zobel Nolan is now living in New England with her husband, two rescue cats and a rescue hound who was in a puppy mâŚ
https://scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/12/09/read-local-spotlight-finding-harmony-the-kitten-who-taught-friends-kindness/
2 months ago
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Check out this compelling interview with Samantha Cassetta from our blog
scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/11/18/r...
@scbwi.bsky.social
#kidlit
#kidlitartist
#amwriting
#kidlitmegafeed
#kidlitcommunity
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Read Local Spotlight: Mummichog
By Anne Vaccaro Brady SCBWI chapter member Samantha Cassetta of Yorktown had a short story, âMummichog,â published in the premiere issue of Tarry, a literary magazine that publishes work inspired bâŚ
https://scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/11/18/read-local-spotlight-mummichog/
3 months ago
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k. marcus writes #kidlit
3 months ago
Here are some of the
#pictuebooks
from my
#picturebooklist
of PB's inspired by
#frankenstein
. You can download the full list for free at the link in my profile.
#kidlit
#kidlitartist
#frankensteinpicturebooks
#frankensteinsmatzah
#kidlitcommunity
#kidlitmegafeed
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This looks like a great event from
@scbwiatx.bsky.social
!
www.scbwi.org/events/from-...
#kidlitmegafeed
#kidlit
#kidlitcreators
#kidlitillustration
@scbwi.bsky.social
#kidlitcommunity
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BOOTCAMP: From Draft to Deal: Indie, Trad, and Self-Publishing
5 sessions! pitch opportunity! query opportunity!
https://www.scbwi.org/events/from-draft-to-deal-your-publishing-bootcamp
4 months ago
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k. marcus writes #kidlit
4 months ago
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
#amwriting
#amillustrating
@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
@elizabethsavanella.bsky.social
@scbwi.bsky.social
@scbwilongisland.bsky.social
@scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social
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Woot! Thank you to
@elizabethsavanella.bsky.social
for this amazing idea and thank you to the Empire State
@scbwi.bsky.social
Regions for volunteering to host!
@scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social
@scbwilongisland.bsky.social
#scbwimetrony
#scbwieasternny
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4 months ago
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
: 3pm check-in 1,128 words! A little long BUT DONE! It's done! I SOOO needed this event today. Thank you again
@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
@elizabethsavanella.bsky.social
and
@kmarcuswrites.bsky.social
for kicking things off!
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
#amwriting
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
: 6am Up and at'em again! Working on my Novel in Verse this morning.
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
#amwriting
@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
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Going strong!!
#24hourchildrensbookchallenge
#amillustrating
#amwriting
#scbwi
#childrensbooks
4 months ago
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
: How does your character react to disappointments?Â
#reaction
Overwhelm is definitely my character's initial reaction, followed by some much needed alone time to process.
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
#amwriting
#amillustrating
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
: Get yourself a treat for getting this far!
#stillgoing
It's just a virtual treat for me tonight, but I could go for some hot spinach and artichoke dip right about now.đ¤¤
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
#amwriting
#amillustrating
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Mermaid Writer
4 months ago
My character's favorite breakfast: Japanese sticky rice
#kidlit
#24HourChildrensBookChallenge
#characterintroduction
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
: 12pm check-in
#amrevising
while
#amwriting
my synopsis this hourânow weighing in at 631 words and getting close to wrapping up a full first draft...Let's go!
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
#amwriting
#amillustrating
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A. Mulvoy
4 months ago
So excited for the
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
!! It looks like it will be a great event!
#scbwi
#ChildrensBooks
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
#Characterintroduction
: My character's favorite breakfast is Norwegian Pannekaker with lingonberry jam. Though this is a rare breakfast treat for her.
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
#amwriting
#amillustrating
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
: 2pm check-in Not so many words this time around. Lunch break. Fueling my brain while it kept on finoodling in the background. And you know what??? Those story keys I've been looking for... Found 'em!đ
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
#amwriting
#amillustrating
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
: What weapon would your character choose in a battle?
#stakes
Can I give a hint again?
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
#amwriting
#amillustrating
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
: What's your character's favorite exclamation?
#voice
Answer: Oof! *Chihuahua stare required.đ¤Ł
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
#amwriting
#amillustrating
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
Wahoo! I got down 392 words of my synopsis in this hour. Will they change? Probably. But off to a great start!
#24hourChildrensBookChallenge
#Childrensbooks
#scbwi
#amwriting
#amillustrating
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#24hourchildrenspicturebookchallenge
#childrensbooks
@scbwi.bsky.social
@scbwilongisland.bsky.social
@scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social
#amwriting
#amillustrating
4 months ago
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
For the next 24-hours, I will be working on a synopsis for book 1 of my planned
#YA
#Contemporary
#SFF
trilogy told in dual POV. Wish me luck!
@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
#WriterSky
#KidLit
#WritingCommunity
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Congrats on your new books
@jyotigopal.bsky.social
!! Read all about them here:
scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/10/20/r...
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#amreadingkidlit
#mentortexts
#picturebooks
#mangroves
#names
#homeschooling
#kidlitmegafeed
#kidlitcommunity
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Read Local Highlight: The Power of Your Name
By Anne Vaccaro Brady Chapter member Jyoti Rajan Gopalâs most recently published books are âThe Power of Your Nameâ and âOver in the Mangroves.â In this interview she discusses what inspired her toâŚ
https://scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/10/20/read-local-highlight-the-power-of-your-name/
4 months ago
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Kristen C. Strocchia
4 months ago
A 24-hour
#KidLit
Marathon?!?!? I'm in! What an amazing idea. How about it
#WriterSky
#WritingCommunity
? Will you join me and
@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
in getting ready for the
@scbwi.bsky.social
2026 Winter Conference?
www.scbwi.org/events/the-e...
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Debbie Ridpath Ohi
5 months ago
This is a pinnable post for the
#KidLitMegaFeed
, a collab (multiple curated
#KidLit
lists). Admins:
@boringstorybook.com
@charlenedraws.bsky.social
@debbieohi.com
.
bsky.app/profile/debb...
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Mindy Weisberger
5 months ago
A very clever solution for recording this shy guy, and also the best possible angle for filming a crab!
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Elizabeth Savanella
7 months ago
I've been working on this event for our local
#SCBWI
chapter! We'll be reviewing the tools/ tech for projecting live drawing demos, brainstorming ideas together to structure your own live-art events, discussing audiences/venues for this kind of presentation.
#kidlitart
#illustration
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This presentation & hands-on workshop is for illustrators looking for ways to use their valuable skills to engage audiences. Register:
www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...
Free for premium members.
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#scbwiaccounts
#kidlitmegafeed
#kidlitillustrators
@elizabethsavanella.bsky.social
7 months ago
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7 months ago
GET YOUR SUBMISSIONS READY: SCBWI Florida's virtual critique event is almost here! Registration opens August 15, 2025 @ 9:00 am EST See more details here:
www.scbwi.org/events/flori...
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Great post with a lot of information from some of our local
#WestchesterCounty
#librarians
! If you are a
#librarian
, what are your thoughts? Thank you to our blog editor, Anne Brady!
#library
@amlibraryassoc.bsky.social
#kidlit
#kidlitmegafeed
@scbwi.bsky.social
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8 months ago
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Judy Abelove Shemtob
8 months ago
@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
hears Scholastic's Executive Art Director
@brianlarossa.com
speak on "Design Can Make or Break Your Picture-Book-Dummy" in Sleepy Hollow. Learning about typography & lettering in children & adult books! Pictured w/Brian:
@kmarcuswrites.bsky.social
#scbwi
#kidlitart
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Read Local Spotlight: Papa Boar Snored
Chapter member Gail Schlenger of Tarrytown recently published her first picture book, âPapa Boar Snored.â In this interview, she discusses where she found the idea for her story, her self-publishinâŚ
https://scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/06/10/read-local-spotlight-papa-boar-snored/
9 months ago
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SCBWI-Ohio North
9 months ago
Our JUNE ILLUSTRATION CRITIQUE NIGHT is coming up on Tuesday 6/17, 7-9pm et! A great opportunity to receive feedback and encouragement & meet other artists like you. REGISTER:
www.scbwi.org/events/june-...
@littlerainey.bsky.social
provided this monthâs art! đ¨
#scbwi
#kidlitart
#illustrators
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SCBWI
9 months ago
Have you voted in the Crystal Kite Awards yet? Each year we recognize great books from around the world. The Crystal Kite Awards are chosen by other children's book writers and illustrators, making them the only peer-given awards in publishing for young readers. Vote via your Member Home.
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SCBWI Canada East
9 months ago
Crystal Kite Awards, first round voting ends: June 17, 2025 2:59 AM (UTC-7). Vote via your
scbwi.org
Member Home. All SCBWI members are welcome to vote on their favorite books from each division.
#SCBWI
#SCBWICanadaEast
#kidlit
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Elizabeth Savanella
9 months ago
#kidlit
#kidlitart
Sharing an updated promo for
@brianlarossa.com
's upcoming NEW presentation and Q&A with
@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
You can now attend from ANYWHERE virtually! $20 for members/$40 for non-members Sign up today at this registration link:
www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...
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Elizabeth Savanella
9 months ago
Another design for the @sleepyhollowmermaidfestival hollow mermaid festival inspired by the paddle boarding âSUPwitchesâ IYKYK.
#mermay
#sleepyhollow
. Itâs been fun mashing up mermaids and Halloweeny things! Tried out the designs in pink but Ill be painting them in varied colors for the July event.
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Elizabeth Savanella
9 months ago
Exciting news!
@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
has opened our local presentation event with
@brianlarossa.com
to be hybrid! You can now join us virtually on June 14th! Brian will be sharing an all new, never before seen presentation! All are welcome! Sign up here:
www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...
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SCBWI Westchester: Design Can Make or Break Your Picture Book Dummy Register for event
Our chapter is proud to host Scholastic's Executive Art Director Brian LaRossa as he debuts his presentation: Design Can Make or Break Your Picture-Book-Dummy PLEASE MAKE SELECTION(S) FROM THE AVAILA...
https://www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi-westchester-design-can-make-or-break-your-picture-book-dummy/register-info
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This is now a hybrid event! Please join us virtually on 6/14/25!
@kmarcuswrites.bsky.social
#kidlit
@scbwi.bsky.social
#kidlitmegafeed
#scbwiaccouts
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9 months ago
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This is going to be a great in person event with
@brianlarossa.com
@kidlitart.bsky.social
@kmarcuswrites.bsky.social
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#illustrator
#childrensillustrator
@scbwi.bsky.social
@scbwilongisland.bsky.social
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11 months ago
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Judy Abelove Shemtob
11 months ago
It was such a great experience to read aloud a piece for children but have adults in mind for the event.
@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
did an incredible job in organizing everything. What a gorgeous setting as well!
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Thank you
@judyabeloveshemtob.bsky.social
for a great write-up!
@kmarcuswrites.bsky.social
#kidlitcommunity
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#writingcommunity
@scbwi.bsky.social
#kidlitopenmic
@hvwriterscenter.bsky.social
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Our First Ever Kidlit Open Mic
By Judy Shemtob Many thanks to the SCBWI Westchesterâs Regional Team, who collaborated with Hudson Valley Writers Center (HVWC) on the recent Kidlit Open Mic. Readers were invited to sign up âŚ
https://scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/04/07/our-first-ever-kidlit-open-mic/
11 months ago
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Judy Abelove Shemtob
11 months ago
First 5:00 OpenMic
@scbwiwestchester.bsky.social
/
@hvwriterscenter.bsky.social
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#kidlit
writers. Audience shared comments. Mine:"very informative and educational story of a long gone world""lyrical, rhythmic immigrant story""loved descriptions of Jewish cultural traditions"
@scbwi.bsky.social
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Hey
#kidlitcommunity
! We still have some spots open for our Kidlit Open Mic in
#westchestercountyny
Free for
@scbwi.bsky.social
and
#hudsonvalleywriterscenter
members
#kidlitart
Register here:
www.scbwi.org/events/kidli...
11 months ago
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Read our post about member Jennifer Gessner's new book!
#writing
#writingcommunity
@scbwi.bsky.social
#writingtips
#readlocal
scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/03/05/r...
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Read Local Spotlight: The Elements of Short Fiction: A Practical Guide for Writers
By Anne Vaccaro Brady Chapter member Jennifer Gessner of Sleepy Hollow, a writing instructor and editor, has published this guide for both writers and teachers of writing. In this interview, she shâŚ
https://scbwiwestchester.wordpress.com/2025/03/05/read-local-spotlight-the-elements-of-short-fiction-a-practical-guide-for-writers/
12 months ago
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