Virtual Summer Conference 2025

Jul 31, 2025 - Aug 03, 2025

Online event

Ready to take your children’s book career to the next level? Wherever you are in your publishing journey, the Virtual Summer Conference provides an opportunity for growth, creativity, and connection. Dive into every aspect of the children’s book world, from writing and illustrating to translating, marketing, and self-publishing. Put your art in front of industry pros in the career-launching Portfolio Showcase. And get inspired by sessions tailored for illustrators, picture book authors, nonfiction writers, graphic novel creators, and more—no matter your path or publishing background. Best of all? You’ll have access to all 50+ sessions until September 14th, so you can learn and grow at your own pace. Join us and invest in your passion. It’s time to bring your stories to life! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY, MAY 13TH AT 10AM PACIFIC / 1PM EASTERN

Join Your Fellow Book Creators For:

Inspirational Keynotes

Gain Wisdom From Renowned Kid's Book Creators

Industry Panels

Learn All About Children's Book Publishing

Craft & Business Breakouts

Increase Your Skills and Business Savvy

Peer Critiques

Receive Feedback From Fellow Writers

Pitch Roundtables ($85 for Premium Members Only)

Pitch Your Book to Agents and Editors

Portfolio Showcase for Illustrators ($75 for Premium Members Only)

Get Your Art in Front of Industry Pros

Half-Day Illustrators Intensive ($95 for Premium Members Only)

Learn From Master Illustrators

Website and Social Media Consultations ($125 for Premium Members Only)

One-on-one advice to improve your online marketing and promotion.

Scholarships

Conference Tuition

Premium Member Rates

$175 Early Bird Rate for registrations before June 25th. $195 Regular Rate for registration after June 25th. Click the REGISTER button at top of page to register for the Summer Conference.

Preview Plan (Nonmember) Rates

$275 Early Bird rate for registration before June 25th. $295 Regular Rate for registration after June 25th. Click the REGISTER button at the top of the page to register for the Summer Conference or click below to become a Premium Member.