A Deep Dive Into Nonfiction

Sep 09, 2025 - Sep 22, 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.

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 Stewawrt

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.