Regional events give you more opportunities to network, learn and have fun with writers and illustrators in your area. The number and types of regional events sponsored by SCBWI-L.A. vary from year-to-year – evolving with the needs and interests of our members.
2021 Events:
More event announcements to come.
May… Writers Day
2020 Events:
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, all 2020 SCBWI-LA in-person events are postponed. We are working to hold some events online. Check back for updates.
March… Writers Day Pre-Event Masterclass
March… Writers Day
May… Down the Rabbit Hole
June… Critique Day: Online Edition
September… Working Writer’s Retreat
Fall… Dummy Day
2019 Events:
March… Writers Day
April… L.A. Times Festival of Books
April… PAL Pitch Like a Pro Workshop
May… PAL Makers Mixer
June… Critique Day
September… Working Writer’s Retreat
Fall… Illustrator’s Day
2018 Events:
March… Writers Day
April… L.A. Times Festival of Books
June… Critique Day
September… Working Writer’s Retreat
October… Dummy Day
2017 Events:
February… Writers & Illustrators Day
April… L.A. Times Festival of Books
June… Critiquenic
September… Working Writer’s Retreat
October… Dummy Day
2016 Events:
March… Writer’s Day
April… Butt-In-Chair Retreat
April… L.A. Times Festival of Books
June… Critiquenic
October… Working Writer’s Retreat
SCBWI-L.A.’s members host smaller events throughout the year called LitMingles. LitMingles are informal get-togethers, often held monthly, where general topics are chosen for group discussion. Complete information about area LitMingles can be accessed on the LitMingle section of the website.
