The #pbparty 2026 Finalist Showcase is live! So many great entries this year - check it out! mindyalyseweiss.com/category/pbp...

REMINDER! ✨ Calling All Published Authors! ✨ Have a new book coming out between January - July 2026? We’d love to feature your release in Spring Prairie Wind’s “Season’s Crop”! 🌾 Fill out the form by May 15, 2026, to be included. Look for the form on our website: www.scbwi.org/regions/illi...

Whoops! It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Brian, a PB author-illustrator repp’d by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at @bradfordagents.bsky.social briankirbystudio.com

This grumpy crocodile made it to the #pbparty Illustration Showcase! #kidlitart #kidlit #pbpartyfinalist

It's #kidlitartpostcard day, and the baby birds are learning how to sing! I love drawing animals and nature with humor, fantasy and magic. I'm a published illustrator seeking representation, ready to take flight on PB, MG, covers, etc. [email protected] debbiepalen.com #kidlitart #illustrator #nest

Yay-it’s #KidLitArtPostcard Day!!! I’m Katie Mazeika, author and illustrator from Cleveland,Ohio. I’m open for new kidlit projects. Represented by Sorche Fairbank at Fairbank Literary Representation. ✨You can see more of my work at www.katiemazeika.com ✨

Grateful for every late night, every little idea, and every moment that brought me here. Hi! I’m Sonya & I’m an author-illustrator rep by Jordan Hamessley. I write and illustrate PB’s and MG. Joined the #mermay challenge for #kidlitartpostcard Day 🤍 #kidlitart #kidlit #mermaid

Join #SCBWI Ohio-North for our May Manuscript Critique Night! Tuesday 5/19 7:30-9:30pm. Bring a manuscript, come to offer feedback, or just listen! It’s good company with constructive input. www.scbwi.org/events/may-m...

Hello #PortfolioDay I'm a New England children's book author and illustrator. I'm open for small projects soon, and book projects this summer. Rep'd for books by Sean McCarthy Lit. #kidlit #kidlitart More at: www.ginaperry.com

Join #SCBWI Ohio-North for our April Manuscript Critique Night! Tuesday, 4/28/26 (8-10pm EST). Bring a manuscript, come to offer feedback, or just listen! It’s good company with constructive input. #kidlit www.scbwi.org/events/april...

Get ready for our April Illustration Critique Group - 4/21/2026 at 7 pm EST! This is a great opportunity to receive valuable feedback and encouragement on your artwork and meet other artists like you! #kidlit www.scbwi.org/events/april...

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day, Windy days are made for reading 🐷📙 barrygott.com, Rep by @teresakie Bookmark Literary #Kidlitpostcard #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitart

Happy #kidlitpostcard day! I’m Brian, a PB author-illustrator repp’d by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at @bradfordagents.bsky.social My kids’ fav thing at a theme park is the map! Be careful they don’t bump into you as they walk around with one unfolded in front of their faces. briankirbystudio.com

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m adding more middle grade pieces to my portfolio. Would love to illustrate a mysterious or historical MG or PB ❤️ #kidlitart #kidlitartpostcardday #middlegradeillustration #blackandwhiteillustration #basementillustration #middlegrade #kidlitpostcard

It’s #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I’m a published illustrator looking for picture books, MG, chapter books, novels, readers, and representation. The environment, animals, and nature are my favorite themes. This art was the cover of a book for Pearson. #kidlitart #kidlitartist #childrensbookillustration

Happy #kidlitartpostcard 🌼 #kidlit #kidlitart #easter #kidlitpostcard

Thanks to my #kidlit writing group through @scbwi-ohionorth.bsky.social I submitted a manuscript and an extra pitch to the #pbparty!

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Don’t let rejections get you down. 😉 I’m Brian, I write and draw picture books. See what I’m up to at briankirbystudio.com. I’m represented by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social @bradfordagents.bsky.social

Tonight! Cocoa and Critiques Mar 04, 2026 7:30 - 9:30 PM (EST) Online event Whether you are a writer or an illustrator, join us for an evening of critiquing. we will break into different critique groups based on profession or genre. Register: www.scbwi.org/events/march...

See you tomorrow night! Whether you are a writer or an illustrator, join us for an evening of critiquing. Bring your Cocoa or another preferred hot beverage, and we will break out into different critique groups based on profession or genre. Register -> tr.ee/bRp3Wk7o1X

Join SCBWI San Diego for a virtual one-day conference for authors and illustrators! MayFest features a keynote speaker, an editor panel, an agent panel, an art portfolio showcase, and optional Zoom critiques. Registration opens February 28th at 6:00 p.m. (PT). #kidlit www.scbwi.org/events/san-d...

Survive & Thrive at Bologna: Illustrator Hacks and Tips with Ellen Vesters The workshop is aimed at illustrators seeking a clear and practical framework for structuring their portfolios, with a focus on the European children’s book market. #kidlit www.scbwi.org/events/survi...

Savoring the Sentence - Food, Craft, and Lyrical Prose in Picture Books - A free Digital Workshop for SCBWI Premium Members 2/27 1pm-2pm pst www.scbwi.org/events/savor...

Join us Tuesday night!

Join us every Thursday for the 5 am Sprint Club! No RSVP or registration required to wake up and work creatively at 5 am with this accountability group! For more info. -> www.scbwi.org/events/5am-s...

Something New ️ 9pm Sprint Club begins February 12! No RSVP or registration required to stay up and work creatively at 9 pm with this accountability group! For more info. -> www.scbwi.org/events/9pm-s...

Cocoa & Critiques Night February 7:30-9:30 pm Whether you are a writer or an illustrator, join us for an evening of critiquing. Bring your Cocoa and we will break out into different critique groups based on profession or genre. Register-> www.scbwi.org/events/febru...

Just some purely fun work for the front and back cover of Humpty Dumpty magazine! #kidlitart #picturebookillustration #coverillustration #illustration #scifiillustration

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day everyone! Art makes everything better! I’d love to work on a MG or PB project with a city or nature theme. #kidlitart #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlitpostcard #middlegrade #kidlit #middlegradeillustration

Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m a picture book author and illustrator open to new work. ✨you can find more of my work at www.katiemazeika.com ✨ #snowday #boyandhisdog #chicken #farm

#KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m an author/illustrator with quirky characters to share. I'm repped by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at @bradfordagents.bsky.social See what I’m up to at briankirbystudio.com #kidlit

It's #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Can you guess this character's name? (hint: he won't grow up). I'm currently working on picturebooks; but I'm also available for MG, chapterbooks, novels, and readers. Energetic, expressive animal characters in nature are my jam! 📧 [email protected] debbiepalen.com

Finished a 3rd character pose for a character design sheet I added to my portfolio. I’m really happy with how it came out! #kidlitart #illustration #childrensbooks

Happy #PortfolioDay! I’m Olga. I’m an author-illustrator. I’d love to illustrate fairytales or nature scenes. Would love to work on picture books, or children’s games. Www.OlgaSmithIllustrator.com #kidlit #kidlitart

Crocodile Ryle was the grump of the swamp. He thought having a friend was the worst. Yuck! He ate everyone around him, until animals had enough and left. Alone, he cried. That’s when he met a butterfly who melted his heart. Inspired by real rainforest facts. #bluepit #PB #F #Q #ND #bluepithype

I finished up so much stuff in the last week and I'm ready for the @scbwi.bsky.social conference next week in NYC. #kidlit

Happy New Year! I'm Brian, picture book author/illustrator rep'd by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at @bradfordagents.bsky.social, creating silly yet thoughtful fun for kids & caregivers to both enjoy. You can catch up with me at briankirbystudio.com #kidlitartpostcard

Happy first #kidlitartpostcard day of 2026! I'm Andrea, an illustrator from Ohio. This year I'll be querying agents and trying to move up in my illustration career. I love drawing sweet children, grumpy animals, and goofy humor. ☃️ www.andreazupcsan.com #kidlitart #picturebooks #kidlit

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Better late than never! I’d love to illustrate a fairytale or party scenes in a book! Love bright colors! Looking for representation. #teapartyillustration #kidlitart #kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlit

It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m a children’s book illustrator currently exploring a limited palette and sketches. I love to work with a broad range of emotion in my characters. I’m interested in PB, MG, chapter books. Open to work and agency! debbiepalen.com e: [email protected] #kidlitart #kidlit

2026 PBParty info, submissions due March 17 : mindyalyseweiss.com/2026-pbparty... #kidlit

Our first #KidLitArtPostcard event of 2026 is this Thursday, January 8th. I think we'll all need the flood of art in our feed by then, right? www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit

IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN! Join us for our 4th Annual NEW YEAR, NEW VISION BOARD event! Learn how vision boards can lead to success. Then, join us for pt. 2 to share your board & goals for 2026. This is a fun, FREE night of support, friendship, and motivation! Jan. 8, 7:30e Register: tr.ee/IL6zfzEsAY

Happy Holidays!

We've extended SCBWI BookStop until December 21st! Dive into new stories and uncover your next favorite book for yourself or as a thoughtful holiday gift. Explore the endless possibilities today at scbwi.org/bookstop! Don’t miss out on this treasure trove of literary gems!

Still some time to call before 7pm eastern and put a raffle bid in on original art to benefit the Greater Cleveland Food bank. Info: www.facebook.com/share/p/17Qx... #comics #godzilla #superman #cleveland

Join us for Cocoa and Critiques this Wednesday, December 17 7:30-9:30 pm. This event is open to all @scbwi members. To register-> tr.ee/aPBZ-K0vcl

Go to www.scbwi.org/featured-illustrator to apply to be a part of the Featured Illustrator program.

Join us for our January Virtual Illustration Critique Session on January 22. Any SCBWI member is welcome to join! The February critique will be in-person in the Cincinnati–Dayton area (TBA). Please fill out the interest form to receive info. url-shortener.me/2H0V #ohioillustrators #scbwiohio