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.