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Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators Supporting quality children’s books & the artists who make them since 1971.

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Jerry Bennett
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Already super behind on #SCBWIArtober2026, so I quickly did the first several days and posting together! Maybe I can catch up? (Doubtful.) #kidlitart #artober #universalmonsters #comicart

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1. Pumpkin! So it's October again, time for Inktober, or as I've been calling it, Kentober. Using the #scbwiartober2026 prompts this year. Let's see if I make it all the way through! #kentober2026 #inktober2026 #kidlitart #picturebookart

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Join us for this free session that is open to the public on October 8th! It is sponsored by the ACA (Authors Coalition of America, LLC) Register with the link in our bio or at www.scbwi.org/events/we-co... Members of the public can watch the livestream on the SCBWI YouTube Channel.

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Save the date! 📅 SCBWI’s highly anticipated in-person New York Conference is back, headlined by keynote speakers #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator, Pete Oswald and 2026 Caldecott Medalist, Cátia Chien In 2027 only, it’s on March 5-7.

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Whether you are looking to build your creative community or learn from the top publishing industry professionals, this conference is for you. There will also be a 🚨special Illustrators’ Intensive day 🚨on March 8. Book your ticket early as there are limited seats available.

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Registration opens ✨October 29 at 10AM PST✨— stay tuned for more details ☝🏽 In 2028 the NY conference will shift back to its normal time in January/ February.

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Congratulations to this month's Featured Illustrator Cleonique Hilsaca as she talks about her art style, art practice, and her growing career as a children’s book illustrator. Check out this Featured Illustrator interview to learn more about Cleonique Hilsaca’s work at www.cleonique.com

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Join the SCBWI Illustration Community in October for 31 days of illustration prompts under the hashtag #scbwiArtober2026!

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Here are the Rules: – This is not about perfection. The goal is to develop a daily practice. – We encourage you to try new media.

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– Share your work on Twitter and Instagram with the official hashtag #scbwiArtober2026. – Go to the #scbwiArtober2026 hashtag to see current art, inspiration, and to cheer on other SCBWI Illustrators. – Play and have fun each day!

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Join the SCBWI Illustration Community in October for 31 days of illustration prompts under the hashtag #scbwiArtober2026!

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Each day includes a prompt to inspire your daily practice. Work in your favorite art medium or play with new materials during the month. Share your work when you can or post it daily with the #scbwiArtober2026 hashtag on Instagram and Bluesky.

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SCBWI BookStop is the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators’ annual online book promotion designed to help members showcase and sell their books directly to readers, parents, educators, and librarians. Learn more here: www.scbwi.org/bookstop-faq

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Starting September 22, you can purchase and create a page for your book. Log in to the website, click the Member Home button, then click the BookStop banner to start creating your page.

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Join us today for our second session in our SCBWI University Picture Book series! You can still sign up at scbwi.org Can't attend live? You can still sign up to watch the replays!

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE AUGUST 2026 winners for the prompt TROPICAL: Katie Smith and Beth Jacks The prompt for September is MONOCHROME Post your work to Bluesky, Instagram, and in your SCBWI Illustrator Gallery with the hashtag #SCBWIDrawThis.

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Have you signed up for today's SCBWI University session? There's still time to sign up! Don't miss out. Our first session in this series is TODAY at 1PM PST and is called "Letting Your Stories Flow: Tips for Generating New Story Ideas with JaNay Brown-Wood" scbwi.org

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Starting soon!

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Have you signed up for the next SCBWI University series yet? The Novel: Crafting a Compelling Middle Grade or Young Adult Manuscript kicks off tomorrow with Brandy Colbert teaching you how to Create Memorable Characters! Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/the-n...

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Have you signed up for the next SCBWI University series yet? The Novel: Crafting a Compelling Middle Grade or Young Adult Manuscript kicks off tomorrow with Brandy Colbert teaching you how to Create Memorable Characters! Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/the-n...

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For picture book artists and writers, step into The Journey of the Picture Book. Three ninety minute courses that will help you sharpen your skills and give you the tools to take your story from that first spark to publication ready. Register here: www.scbwi.org/events/the-j...

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Congratulations to the July #scbwiDrawThis Winners for the prompt "Jam" ! Kristen Solecki IG: @kristensolecki isle A. Torres IG: @ilseatorres August's prompt is Tropical 🌺

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Congratulations to this month's Featured Illustrator Angie Kang, author-illustrator and 2025 Caldecott Honor awardee for Our Lake, a beautifully illustrated book about loss and remembering those we love.

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Today's the day!! Raise your hand if you are ready to learn!! 📝 🙋‍♀️ Still haven't registered? There's still time to sign up! Learn more at scbwi.org Art by Heegyum Kim #scbwisummer26

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Are you attending the SCBWI Virtual Summer Conference? Join Jolie Stekly @cuppajolie.bsky.social as she guides you through what to expect at this conference! Whether you are a newcomer or longtime attendee she will help answer all of your questions! Not registered yet? Register at scbwi.org

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This panel, sponsored by the Authors Coalition of America, is free and open to the public. Conference attendees can access the ZOOM link for the panel under MEMBER HOME > MY EVENTS > MEETING INFO. All others can watch the livestream on the SCBWI YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@theSCBWI/st...

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The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) proudly announces the winners and honor recipients of the 2026 Crystal Kite Awards, recognizing outstanding books created by SCBWI members across fifteen international regions.

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If you haven't purchased your ticket for this, do so today! Three successful illustrators show how their perceptions shape their unique styles and share the different ways they translate their distinct experiences into impactful visual stories that resonate with readers of all ages. scbwi.org