SCBWI

Society of
Children's Book Writers
and Illustrators

Regional Events

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.

2023 Events:

Information about additional events coming soon.

January 15… Creative Toolbox Workshop
April 22 – 23… L.A. Times Festival of Books
June… Critique Day
September 29 – October 1… Working Writers Retreat

2022 Events:

March 26… Illustrators Day
June 12… Critique Day
October 16… Agent Pitchfest
October 22… Writers Day
December 6… SCBWI Newcomer Zoom

2021 Events:

May 16… Critique Day: Online Edition
June 12 & 13… Writers Day: Online Edition
October 9 & 10… Working Writers Retreat: At Home

2020 Events:

March… Writers Day Pre-Event Masterclass
March… Writers Day
May… Down the Rabbit Hole
June… Critique Day: Online Edition
November… Revision Workshop
December… 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

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.