How to Register For & Use the Blueboard

Please read the RULES, which are here. Want the history of the Blueboard? It's here! Need help using the board? Ask here!

Moderator: andracill

Blueboard History, Hints & Tips

Some history and helpful info and hints to make the Blueboard easier to use by its founder, Verla Kay.

Moderator: Verla Kay

Picture Books (PB)

Discussions about creating picture books.

Moderator: dkshumaker

Chapter Books, Easy Readers, and Middle Grade (MG)

Discussions on the craft of writing books for children aged 8 to 12.

Moderator: David Wright

Kidlit Genres

Discussion of genres (not age groups, which have their own boards!) -- contemporary, fantasy, historical, sci-fi, adventure, etc.

Moderator: Debbie Vilardi

Research

Discuss research methods, post helpful sources, or ask research questions. Note: ONLY request research help here after you have exhausted your own sources.

Moderator: Vijaya

Graphic Novels

Discussions about creating graphic novels.

Moderator: dewsanddamps

Official Board Announcements

Board-wide news and information. Please read new posts!

Moderators: Verla Kay, AnneB

Book Talk

Here's the place to chat about books you love and hate.

Moderator: dewsanddamps

Contests and Challenges

NaNoWriMo, PiBoIdMo, Inktober, 12 x 12, Pitch Wars, links to kidlit publisher or magazine contests, etc.

Moderator: David Wright

Florida

This board is for the use of the Florida Region of SCBWI.

Moderator: LindaB

Indiana

This is a board for the SCBWI Region of Indiana.

Moderator: Kristi Valiant

Japan

This board is for all SCBWI Members in Japan to share information and concerns pertaining to their region.

Moderator: seamikan

Nebraska

Moderator: kimberly-ziemann

Texas Brazos Valley Region

This is a discussion board for the Brazos Valley Region of Texas.

Moderators: lizbmertz, Candilynn