This Sunday, come celebrate our wonderful SF/South Kidlit community! Meet fellow writers, illustrators, and translators. Enjoy creative conversations, and take part in our Illustrator Showcase or 50 Words of Wonder Writers Showcase. #scbwisf #kidlit #wordsandwonders #picturebooks #kidlitcreators

This webinar will be exploring everything from navigating new online hubs and traditional offline promos, to getting insight on what art directors look for when scouting both fresh and published talent. #scbwisfsouth #kidlitillustration #kidlitartist

This webinar will be exploring everything from navigating new online hubs and traditional offline promos, to getting insight on what art directors look for when scouting both fresh and published talent. @brianlarossa.com #scbwisfsouth #kidlitillustration #kidlitartist

Honored to be a part of this and looking forward to sharing my knowledge on what I look for and see as a #kidlit Art Director!

SCBWI San Francisco South@scbwisf.bsky.social · 4w ago

Standing out right now as an illustrator takes more than just feeding into the algorithm and hoping for the best. Expect a practical conversation on how to cut through the digital noise, refine your strategy, and make your work stand out where it actually counts. #kidlitillustration #kidlitartist

Standing out right now as an illustrator takes more than just feeding into the algorithm and hoping for the best. Expect a practical conversation on how to cut through the digital noise, refine your strategy, and make your work stand out where it actually counts. #kidlitillustration #kidlitartist

Kidlit creators: interested in learning more about how an editorial agent gets your manuscript submission-ready? Join Tugeau 2 literary agent Carter Hasegawa and me on September 26 for this SCBWI SF/South webinar. Includes a submission opportunity. Registration: www.scbwi.org/events/sfsou...

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