Oct 7, 2025 SCBWI WI Using Instagram and Pinterest to Share, Connect, and Expand

Join Author and Influencer Jamie Bills for an online presentation. Looking to grow your creative presence online, but not sure where to start? This webinar is designed for kidlit creators who want to use Instagram and Pinterest with more intention. We’ll explore the pros and cons of each platform and how to build visibility in a way that feels sustainable and authentic. You’ll learn tips for crafting engaging content, uncover hidden opportunities on Instagram, learn how Pinterest can quietly drive long-term traffic to your website, and more. Jamie has five years of experience promoting books on Instagram for publishers, including Simon Kids, Candlewick, Random House Kids, and many more. She is listed as one of the top 100 Children’s Book Influencers- 2025 by Feedspot.com. She also serves as website coordinator for SCBWI-MI. Jamie writes picture books, early chapter books, and early graphic novels. Last fall, she was selected as a mentee for Rutgers’ One-on-One Children’s Conference. You can find Jamie on IG and Pinterest @jmebills or on her website, jamiebills.com.