TURN YOUR IDEA INTO A STORY 💡 Do you have a graphic novel idea you love but aren’t sure how to shape into a complete story? #scbwisfsouth #kidlitillustration #kidlitauthor #graphicnovels #graphicnovelsforkids

Signups for this event close tomorrow! Join us this Friday. Sign up at scbwi.org/events/ca-sfsouth-in-other-words-translating-and-championing-childrens-books-across-cultures-with-maria-camila-correa-random-house-studio #kidlit #languagetranslator #childrensbookauthor

Learn how agent, Natascha Morris, reverse engineers a story and see how she’s guided several debut graphic novelists. Register at scbwi.org/events/crack-the-code-reverse-engineering-graphic-novel-with-natascha-morris #scbwisfsouth #graphicnovels #graphicnovelartist #comiccreators #kidlitcommunity

Happening July 10 at noon PT In Other Words with María Camila Correa A deep dive into translating & uplifting children’s books across cultures with submission opportunity. 📖 Picture‑book & translator folks, this one’s for you.

Join us for a look at translating children’s books with editor/translator @mariaccorreaedits.bsky.social from @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social ! 🐧 Register today! ✨📣 #kidlitcommunity #languagetranslator #childrensbookauthor #scbwisfsouth

💬SCBWI CA SanFrancisco South @scbwisf.bsky.social is hosting a webinar for authors & translators: Kidlit across cultures w/ editor María Correa @penguinkids.bsky.social⚡July 10 signup www.scbwi.org/events/ca-sf... #bilingualkidsbooks #authortranslator #scbwievent #picturebookwebinar #booktranslator

Looking for illustrators! The SCBWI California SF/South Bay team is looking for a new Co-illustrator coordinator. Deadline to request an application is May 14, application due May 30! We’d love to have you as part of the team 😊 #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

If you’ve ever thought about self-publishing your own books, take a look at our upcoming virtual event held by Ariane Erickson of Norse-Gael Books! Register today or learn more at scbwi.org/events/CA-San%2520Francisco-South-self-publishing-101-take-control-of-your-books-business-and-future #kidlit

I'm very much enjoying the @scbwisf.bsky.social conference today! I drew an octopus on my nametag, as is my wont

Great day today at SCBWI’s Golden Gate Fest! Met so many wonderful people and talented illustrators 🩷 Thank you @scbwisf.bsky.social

Registration for Golden Gate Fest 2026 closes on April 6! Join us for a full and fun day of learning, community, and celebrating creative courage. Save your seat today and join us on April 11 at Skyline College in San Bruno for this special kidlit event at scbwi.org/events/2026-golden-gate-fest

1 more week before Golden Gate Fest registration closes on April 6! Register at the link in bio! 🌟🌁 #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

Two more weeks before Golden Gate Fest! ✏️Submit your PB, CB, MG story to Sarah Stephens of Red Fox Literary 🌟Special student discount for $40 off! Register now at www.scbwi.org/events/2026-...! #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

Pitcher clinics with Esther Hernandez are still open! Conference attendees will also have submission opportunities with our faculty. Sign up for Golden Gate Fest at scbwi.org/events/2026-golden-gate-fest! #scbwi #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

We are looking for a new team member for the position of Co-Illustrator Coordinator (Co-IC)! You must live in the SCBWI California: San Francisco/South region to be eligible to apply, the counties of San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey. #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

Sign up for a portfolio critique with Caldecott Honor author-illustrator Marla Frazee! Register for Golden Gate Fest now at scbwi.org/events/2026-golden-gate-fest !! Manuscript critique submissions are also open now! #scbwisf #scbwi #scbwisfsouth

⭐️IT’S TIME⭐️ #pbrisingstars applications are now open! Are you ready to improve your craft as a picture book creator, working with an experienced mentor for FREE?? Then our program is for you!

Register for First Pages Mini Critiques with Bonus Tips! ✏️ A great addition if you are signed up for a manuscript critique at Golden Gate Fest also! March 3, 7-8:30pm PST Register now at www.scbwi.org/events/ca-sf... to save your spot! 💖 #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth #scbwi

Faculty spotlight: Literary Assistant Sophie Sheumaker from BookEnds Literary Agency 🌟 @bookendsliterary.bsky.social Pitch Clinic Roundtables with Sophie are still available. Register for Golden Gate Fest happening on 4/11 at scbwi.org/events/2026-golden-gate-fest ! 💖 #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth #scbwi

Golden Gate Fest Early Bird registration ends tonight 2/18 at 11:59pm PST! Registration for all opens 7am on 2/19! ⏰ Portfolio critiques with Sasha from @littlebrownyr.bsky.social are still available! Register now at scbwi.org/events/2026-golden-gate-fest! 🌟 #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

Golden Gate Fest Critiques and Pitch Clinic Roundtables selling out fast! Reserve Your Add-Ons Today! Limited Spots Available 🌉 Register at www.scbwi.org/events/2026-... 🌟 #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

Early Bird Registration for Golden Gate Fest opens TODAY, Wednesday February 11, at 7pm PST for Premium Members! 📚⏰ Act now to secure your top choice of faculty for optional add-on activities! Register at www.scbwi.org/events/2026-... 🌟 Artwork by @artbyjoycho.bsky.social #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

The Golden Gate Fest Website is open for preview now at www.scbwi.org/events/2026-... 🌉 Mark your calendar: Early Bird Registration for Premium Members will open at 7 PM on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. ⏰ We are proud to feature Jocelyn Cho who created the artwork and assets! #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

Good news from our regional members!!! Congratulations everyone! 🎉🎉🎉 @heatherkinser.bsky.social @christineevans.bsky.social

Join us on Feb 28 for this incredible PAL event with editor Katie Carella for an inside look at the Branches early chapter book line and discover how to craft engaging, page-turning series for newly independent readers. 📚 Register at www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi... ✨ #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

We're happy to welcome the newest member of the California: San Francisco/South Regional Team, Anastasia Kleckner. Here's an introduction from her (1/x) #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

Join your social coordinators Jasmine Fang and Seina Wedlick, for an evening of holiday cheer, book talk, and festive fun! Connect with fellow creators and book lovers, swap book recommendations, share your creative goals for the new year, and maybe snag a new favorite read. #scbwisf #scbwisfsouth

Don't miss out on the opportunity to win tuition to our SCBWI Winter Conference in New York this January! Apply for our scholarships via your member home profile.

Join Julia Maisen tomorrow on Sunday, Nov 2 at 10:30AM for her free virtual presentation about how color and light work both from a real world perspective and a storytelling one. We hope you will join us for this valuable information! 🖍️🌈🌞 Please register to receive the virtual session details!

Attendees of @scbwisf.bsky.social Illustrator's Day were given a Secret Misison to draw thank-you notes for the three organizers and coordinators, inspired by things those people like. I coudn't resist taking photos of mine before handing them in. Sending so much gratitude to these wonderful people!