Students: Learn More About Children's Publishing

Students: Learn More About Children's Publishing  With Help From SCBWI

Picture Books    Young Adult    Middle Grade   Nonfiction   Graphic Novels The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators is the only professional organization specifically for those individuals writing and illustrating for children and young adults in the fields of children's literature, magazines, film, television, and multimedia.  We're here to help students of library science and information management learn more about the authors, illustrators and publishing industry around children's books. SCBWI is a great resource for information about children's book publishing. Our mission is to support the creation and availability of quality children's books around the world. The SCBWI accomplishes this by fostering a vibrant community of individuals who bring books for young readers to the public; membership includes writers, illustrators, translators, editors, publishers, agents, librarians, educators, booksellers, bloggers, enthusiasts and others.

Member Benefits: Digital versions of member content (quarterly magazine, exclusive monthly newsletter, FAQ videos) Student discounts on member events Online critique groups for illustrators and writers Grants and awards for writers and illustrators Online student discussion group Networking opportunities with publishing professionals Display space in the online Illustrator Gallery Book Launch Party Page Eligibility Requirements: Must be 18 years old or older to join Full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited university - domestic or international Copy of current student ID must be submitted for verification  Special Student Rate: $65/join   $55/renew To join, or for more details, students should go to scbwi.org/join

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