A Deep Dive Into Nonfiction
Sep 09, 2025 - Oct 23, 2025
Online event
Learn How to Write Nonfiction Children’s Books That Sell! This 3-part online course is designed for children’s book authors and illustrators who want to create compelling nonfiction books for kids and young adults. Taught by industry experts, the course covers everything from research techniques and choosing the right format to finding your voice, structuring your manuscript, and understanding current publishing trends in nonfiction for children. Tuition includes all three live sessions plus 30-day access to video replays. Classes are bundled as a full course and cannot be purchased individually. Available exclusively to SCBWI Premium Members. TO ACCESS VIDEO REPLAYS, GO TO MEMBER HOME > MY RESOURCES. Videos are posted the day after each session ends.
Tuesday, September 9, 1-2:30pm PACIFIC / 4-5:30pm EASTERN
Creative Nonfiction from A-Z, taught by author Lesa Cline-Ransome
Did you know that Nonfiction is the genre most young readers prefer? But what is it that makes true stories so appealing? In Creative Nonfiction from A-Z, we will explore the craft tools that bring nonfiction to life. Dive into research techniques. Explore alternate Points of view and Story Structure. Mentor texts from diverse storytellers and generative writing prompts will aid you in unearthing nonfiction texts that can inform and inspire
Tuesday, September 16, 1-2:30pm PACIFIC / 4-5:30pm EASTERN
If There's No Hook, There's No Book: Tips and Tools for Writing Nonfiction with author Melissa Stewart
Picture book biographies have been popular for many years, but there’s currently an increased demand for other kinds of nonfiction in the marketplace. One great option is concept picture books with an expository writing style. Join award-winning author Melissa Stewart for a lively presentation that digs deep into the expository nonfiction writing process, including strategies for developing an irresistible hook, selecting a text structure, experimenting with format, and identifying the best voice for a particular manuscript.
MONDAY, September 22, 1-2:30pm PACIFIC / 4-5:30pm EASTERN
The Current Market for Nonfiction with author and agent, Miranda Paul
Kids love stories that are true. Educators rely on nonfiction for their curriculum. And today’s nonfiction authors offer a range of deliveries and formats to match what kids (and their grown-ups) want and need. But what’s the state of the nonfiction market now? Learn from Miranda Paul as she explores bestselling works, new (and timeless) trends, and how authors are balancing their research and interests with the publishing and sales landscapes of today.
Tuition
Tuition $199
For SCBWI Premium Members Only. Tuition includes all three classes. There are NO refunds for SCBWI University offerings.
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