2026 Austin SCBWI Annual Children's Book Conference

Always wanted to write a picture book? Ready to finish that novel? Need help getting published? Want to make new friends? Join us September 26th, 2026 in Austin, TX!

Available Seats: 45 of 190 remaining! REGISTER HERE

• 🎤 21 sessions: keynotes, breakouts, workshops, & first looks
• 💡 Agent panel & editor panel
• 📝 Over 300 spots for critiques, pitches, portfolio reviews, AMAs
• ✏️ Portfolio showcase, illustrator awards, and mentorship
• 🏅 PB, Middle Grade, & YA year-long writing mentorships
• 🌮 Parking & food included (lunch, desserts, coffee, tea & more)
• 🍹 Guest-List only Friday Industry Mixer (FREE for PALs)
• 🎥 Opportunity to purchase recordings to ALL sessions!
• 💼 Free pre-conference preparation workshops

WHEN

Friday, Sept 26th, 2025 6:30 - 9:30 pm CST (Industry Mixer)

Saturday, Sept 27th, 2025 8:00 am-5:00 pm CST (Conference Day)

WHERE

Joe C Thompson Conference Center, 2405 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712 (In-person ONLY)

HOW

Registration opens for Early Bird June 14th, 9am -- You may revisit the conference registration page as often as you like to add more items to your registration as long as spots remain. Please note critiques and pitches tend to sell out quickly, so you run the risk of not securing your spot if you wait too long. Visit the START HERE page to learn how to register!

Questions about this event? Contact [email protected]