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SCBWI Welcomes you to their "new" Discussion Boards. Everyone interested in Children's Literature is encouraged to join the board and participate in on-going discussions. Play nice, have fun and enjoy sharing with your peers from around the world.

About SCBWI & the Blueboard

IMPORTANT BOARD ANNOUNCEMENTS

Important Announcements regarding the Blueboard will be posted here.

Moderator: Debbie Vilardi

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Topics: 20

Last post: September 05, 2023, 09:48 AM Re: Today is our 20th Bi... by Verla Kay

How to Register For & Use the Blueboard

Please read the RULES, which are here. Want the history of the Blueboard? It's here! Need help using the board? Ask here!

Moderator: andracill

Posts: 242
Topics: 43

Last post: July 12, 2023, 08:51 PM Re: Getting notification... by dewsanddamps

Blueboard History, Hints & Tips

Blueboard history, info, and user hints by founder Verla Kay.

Moderator: Verla Kay

Posts: 22
Topics: 7

Last post: Yesterday at 08:15 AM The History of our Name by mrh

SCBWI Discussions (Events, Benefits, etc.)

Want to talk about SCBWI services, programs, or membership benefits with your peers? Post here!

Moderator: Vijaya

Posts: 222
Topics: 47

Last post: September 02, 2023, 03:31 AM Re: Workshop attire by Virginia (Gbug)

SCBWI Spotlight Interviews

Interviews with published authors and illustrators.

Moderators: Mindy Alyse Weiss, RebeccaL-G

Posts: 5
Topics: 1

Last post: May 06, 2021, 08:07 AM Re: 1. Interview with Me... by Pons

Writer's Room

The Writing Desk

Post your questions and comments on the craft of writing and submitting stories for children.

Moderator: Vijaya

Posts: 14,410
Topics: 534

Last post: Today at 06:34 AM Re: Editing questions ??... by Vijaya

Picture Books (PB)

Discussions about creating picture books.

Moderator: christripp

Posts: 9,426
Topics: 904

Last post: Yesterday at 07:29 PM Re: Author/illustrator a... by Vijaya

Chapter Books, Easy Readers, and Middle Grade (MG)

Discussions on the craft of writing books for children aged 8 to 12.

Moderator: David Wright

Posts: 2,152
Topics: 204

Last post: Today at 01:42 AM Re: Beginning in Middle ... by KathyC

Kidlit Genres

Discussion of genres (not age groups, which have their own boards!) -- contemporary, fantasy, historical, sci-fi, adventure, etc.

Moderator: Debbie Vilardi

Posts: 2,883
Topics: 126

Last post: Today at 07:19 AM Re: Word syllables by olmue

Research

Discuss research methods, post helpful sources, or ask research questions. Note: ONLY request research help here after you have exhausted your own sources.

Moderator: Vijaya

Posts: 1,062
Topics: 123

Last post: August 14, 2023, 10:03 PM Youtube channels to subs... by WA

Illustrator's Studio

Graphic Novels

Discussions about creating graphic novels.

Moderator: dewsanddamps

Posts: 253
Topics: 24

Last post: November 04, 2022, 01:06 PM Graphic novel pitch even... by JohnellDeWitt

Registered Members

Introduce Yourself!

Say hello and tell us a little about yourself! Note: older posts are periodically pruned to keep the board size manageable and posts here will NOT raise your total post count on this board. To raise your post count and gain access to more features of this board, post in kidlit discussions elsewhere on the board.

Moderator: Mindy Alyse Weiss

Posts: 2,718
Topics: 344

Last post: September 25, 2023, 06:12 PM Re: I'm exactly new, but... by Ev

All About Blogging

Here's where you can find our popular "What Did You Blog About Today?" thread, plus share good writing blogs you've found or discuss blogging in general.

Moderator: Vijaya

Posts: 592
Topics: 2

Last post: Yesterday at 07:20 AM Re: What Did You Blog Ab... by 217mom

Book Talk

Here's the place to chat about books you love and hate.

Moderator: dewsanddamps

Posts: 8,832
Topics: 286

Last post: Today at 07:20 AM Re: Middle Grade Book Re... by olmue

Contests and Challenges

NaNoWriMo, Storystorm, Inktober, 12 x 12, Author Mentor Match, links to kidlit publisher or magazine contests, etc.

Moderator: David Wright

Posts: 420
Topics: 41

Last post: September 17, 2023, 12:45 PM Sydney Taylor Manuscript... by Martha KidLit Author

Education and Services

Have a service to offer? Post classes, critique/edit/website services, promo services, etc. Please update existing threads, if applicable. Respectful statements of recommendation or non-recommendation allowed. Listings ≠ endorsement.

Moderator: dewsanddamps

Posts: 119
Topics: 58

Last post: September 21, 2023, 01:38 PM Critiques, developmental... by SusanH

Work-for-Hire & Job Opportunities

Need to hire someone? Post here. Note: SCBWI and the Blueboard neither endorse nor screen job listings except for appropriate content. Proceed at your own risk. Check credentials and track records before you sign anything!

Moderator: David Wright

Posts: 644
Topics: 103

Last post: September 24, 2023, 12:54 PM Re: I'm looking for a co... by HaroldU

Creating Kidlit as a Small Business

Should I hire an accountant? Form a LLC? How do I get organized? Put up a website? Promote? Get my family to respect my time/space? Anything pertaining to how you operate as a business goes here.

Moderator: andracill

Posts: 271
Topics: 31

Last post: August 29, 2023, 07:56 AM Re: Seeking Guidance: Sc... by dkshumaker

Agents, Markets, & Querying

News, market conditions, writer/agent/editor relationships, the query process, etc. Note: this board is visible to Blueboard members only, but some agents and editors are members.

Moderator: christripp

Posts: 4,050
Topics: 431

Last post: September 14, 2023, 10:41 PM Re: Kate McKean opening ... by Ree

Good News!

Share good news such as signing with an agent, great reviews, sales and releases, etc. We can't wait to celebrate with you. :) Also, a fun, FREE way to celebrate your book birthday: https://www.scbwi.org/happy-book-birthday/

Moderator: christripp

Posts: 1,379
Topics: 105

Last post: September 15, 2023, 04:58 AM Re: It's a Star! by JodyJS

Water Cooler

This is where registered members of the board can freely chat with each other about what's happening in their lives aside from their kidlit activites. It's the gathering place for all off-topic conversations. (Regular Blueboard rules still apply — play nice, no flaming, swearing, religious or political discussions.)

Moderator: RebeccaL-G

Posts: 113
Topics: 9

Last post: September 07, 2023, 06:03 PM Re: Junk Journals are Am... by Barbara Etlin

Regional Boards

Florida

This board is for the use of the Florida Region of SCBWI.

Moderator: LindaB

Posts: 86
Topics: 11

Last post: April 20, 2022, 06:11 PM Florida Printers? by Chris Harden

Indiana

This is a board for the SCBWI Region of Indiana.

Moderator: Kristi Valiant

Posts: 12
Topics: 4

Last post: December 21, 2018, 07:27 AM Anyone open to a Critiq... by Steve Vodney

Japan

This board is for all SCBWI Members in Japan to share information and concerns pertaining to their region.

Moderator: seamikan

Posts: 15
Topics: 3

Last post: June 14, 2016, 08:17 PM Re: Writing as a depende... by M Z Medina

Nebraska

Moderator: Kimberly Z.

Posts: 21
Topics: 8

Last post: July 08, 2022, 08:09 AM Re: Critique circle? by Kimberly Z.

Texas Brazos Valley Region

This is a discussion board for the Brazos Valley Region of Texas.

Moderators: lizbmertz, Candilynn

Posts: 15
Topics: 4

Last post: August 28, 2015, 02:07 PM Sign Up Now! Novel Works... by lizbmertz