SCBWI Indiana

Welcome to SCBWI Indiana!

Our Indiana chapter comprises a dynamic group of members who are traditionally and independently published and pre published writers, illustrators, and translators. SCBWI Indiana is for anyone who lives in the state of Indiana and writes, illustrates, and/or translates stories for children, ranging from board books, picture books, chapter books, middle grade, graphic novels, to novels for young adults. We offer in-person and virtual events in our chapter throughout the year and we also have several active critique groups for both authors and illustrators within the chapter.

Creating Supportive Critique Groups

SCBWI Indiana Invites You to Our Chat on Creating Supportive Critique Groups!

Chat and Write Fall Gathering

A time to join together and write in community! Join us October 24th, 2025 from 2-4pm to chat, meet other members of Indiana SCBWI, and enjoy cider and cookies.

Mentor and Critique Event with Heather Montgomery

Have a 15-minute mentor session with award-winning PB author Heather Montgomery to consult on your manuscript, including suggestions on revision and marketability.

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Author Spotlight | Rosanne Tolin

Read about our featured author Rosanne and her book projects.

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Author Spotlight | Katherine Higgs-Coulthard

Read about our featured author Katherine and her projects.

Illustrator Spotlight | James Newton

Meet James Newton, the winner of our 2025 banner art contest. James is a picture book illustrator and writer living in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Meet The Team

Upcoming Events

Authors Spotlight

Illustrators Spotlight

Critique Groups

Member News

PAL Members

FAQs

Membership

Find out why membership matters.

Becoming a translator

Translation: Some Frequently Asked Questions, by Avery Udagawa

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