Awards for Underrepresented Illustrators and Authors Now Open Until June 30

Volemos Grant

This award is open to authors of Hispanic/Latinx/Ibero-American heritage who are early in their career (1-3 traditionally published books) or not yet traditionally published. Submit the first ten pages of your unpublished manuscript, written in English or Spanish.

SCBWI Ezra Jack Keats Showcase Prize

In honor of Ezra Jack Keats, the legendary author and illustrator of children’s books, SCBWI will award one cash prize of $3,500 to a promising BIPOC illustrator. Submit three or four illustrations that best showcase your portfolio.

Both awards are open until June 30 at midnight PST. Submit through the ‘My awards’ tab on your MEMBER HOME.