Texas: Austin Regional events

Serious about improving your craft? SCBWI's regional events provide opportunities for professional growth and help you connect with a supportive, creative community.

Ongoing: Critique Groups, Co-Working Groups, and Sketch Nights

Jul 06, 2023 - Dec 31, 2025

1 event

Unlimited seats

Austin SCBWI holds monthly and bi-weekly events to help members connect and improve their craft, including critique groups, co-working groups and illustrator sketch nights.

MONTHLY MEETING: How to increase your chances of winning awards and getting positive reviews for your book

Sep 13, 2025

1 event

Available seats 34

BookPeople 603 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

Every author / illustrator dreams of winning an award for their prized creation and having an Amazon listing with many 4 or 5 star reviews. Learn some easy tips and tricks for getting your book noticed in a good way.

2025 Austin SCBWI Mini MFA Conference

Sep 27, 2025

28 event

Available seats 3

Joe C Thompson Conference Center, 2405 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712

Calling Texas & beyond writers and illustrators! The Austin chapter is offering a focused, craft-driven experience designed to help writers and illustrators polish their skills. Think of it as a "Mini MFA" degree to help jump-start your journey into the world of children's book writing and illustration. This year's conference will take place at Joe C Thompson Conference Center, 2405 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712 near the University of Texas in Austin.

Standard price:$ 279
Price with membership:$ 249

Portfolio Review Opportunities (Overflow from Austin Conference)

Sep 29, 2025 - Oct 01, 2025

5 event

Online event

Unlimited seats

Remember to sign up for the 2026 Austin SCBWI Fall Conference to get discounted rates, first dibs, and special opportunities! Click "REGISTER" to see available spots.

FREE ONLINE WORKSHOP: Novel Story Structure & Theme

Oct 14, 2025

1 event

Online event

Unlimited seats

FREE online novel craft workshop, hosted by SCBWI Austin, in partnership with Wordsmith Workshops.

Free

BOOTCAMP: From Draft to Deal: Indie, Trad, and Self-Publishing

Nov 15, 2025

5 event

Online event

Unlimited seats

Early Bird registration opens October 7th!

Standard price:$ 110
Price with membership:$ 90