Registration for 2027 New York Conference Opens October 29!

Registration for 2027 New York Conference Opens October 29!

This year the conference will be March 5-7. Register for an unforgettable in-person event with keynotes by Pete Oswald and Catia Chien, industry panels, one-on-one critiques, a half-day illustrator intensive, and much more. Limited seats available! Don't forget to mark your calendars!

MEET THE KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Pete Oswald

Author, Illustrator

About

Pete Oswald is a #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator and an Annie Award-nominated animation production designer best known for The Angry Birds Movie film franchise and Oscar® Nominated ParaNorman, in addition to multiple animated studio films. He is also known for his work as a children's book author and illustrator, and painter. Pete's work includes the #1 New York Times bestselling picture book, The Good Egg, the #2 New York Times bestselling picture book, The Bad Seed, and the #2 New York Times bestselling picture book, The Smart Cookie, all written by Jory John.
Discover more at www.peteoswald.com

Catia Chien

Author, Illustrator

About

Cátia Chien is the 2026 Caldecott Medalist for Fireworks, recognized for her luminous and evocative picture book art. She is also a winner of the New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated award and a two-time Society of Illustrators Gold Medal recipient for Original Art. A three-time Golden Kite Award winner, her acclaimed works include The Longest Letsgoboy, The Bear and the Moon, and A Boy and a Jaguar—the latter was also named an ALA Notable Book and received the Schneider Family Book Award.www.catiachien.com/

Registration for SCBWI Virtual Summer Conference Opens June 11th!

Registration for the SCBWI Virtual Summer Conference opens Thursday, June 11th, at 10am Pacific /1pm Eastern!

The conference is the perfect place to pitch agents and editors, get your art in front of industry professionals, and grow your skills as a writer, illustrator, or translator. Register before July 6 to lock in early bird pricing!

Click HERE for the conference schedule, session descriptions, and registration information.

This year’s event features inspiring keynotes, industry panels, a special look at how AI is affecting our industry, plus twenty-three breakout sessions. There are sessions specifically for illustrators, novelists, nonfiction writers, graphic novel creators, picture book writers, and more!

The career-launching portfolio showcase offers illustrators an opportunity to get their art in front of art directors, agents, and editors, while writers can pitch their books directly to acquiring agents and editors. For those who crave the networking opportunities present at in-person events, the Virtual Coffee Lounge is a place where attendees can meet one-on-one or in small groups.

Attend from anywhere in the world! If you can’t attend live, each attendee will have access to video recordings of all sessions through September 13th.

Winter Conference Registration Opens October 14th!

The SCBWI Winter Conference Registration dates are here!

January 16th - 18th, 2026 in NEW YORK CITY!

The In-Person Winter Conference, in New York City, is a fantastic opportunity to expand your artistry and build your network. You'll get to meet industry professionals throughout the event and connect with other children's book creators! During the conference, there will be a multitude of events for the attendees to sharpen their craft, get inspired, and explore the ins-and-outs of the kidlit world. 

From keynotes, industry panels, creative labs, one-on-one manuscript and portfolio consultations, the conference is jam packed with opportunities! I always look forward to the Portfolio Showcase where I get to browse the artwork of my fellow illustrators, and get inspired for my own work. This year there will be keynotes from Meg Medina, and Tiffany D. Jackson as well as a conversation with Jason Reynolds, led by Elena Giovinazzo!

Check out past SCBWI conferences at The Official SCBWI Conference Blog! 

Registration for the in-person conference opens on October 14 at 10am PACIFIC/ 1pm EASTERN. The Early Bird Price is $599! Don't wait and register today! It is a wonderful investment in your future!