SCBWI Italy

Benvenuto!

Whether you currently live in Italy or are simply inspired by it, we are here for you. Our goal is to provide writers, illustrators, and translators a creative home where growth and connection come first.

To ensure you receive our newsletter or to join one of our three critique groups, please contact us via email. This helps us verify that you are on our mailing list for all future announcements. We can’t wait to connect with you!

Julie Blaho, Regional Advisor, email: [email protected]

Hannah Sanguinetti, Illustrator Coordinator, email: [email protected]

Coming up in May:

First pages workshop with Julie Blaho.

Whether you're writing a PB or novel, the first page is so important. You only have a few seconds to convince an agent that your MS is worth their time. Learn how to capture readers' curiosity and imagination in this hands-on workshop. The workshop is FREE for both premium and preview members but be sure to follow Italy in order to recieve the email with dates and links to all our upcoming events.

Illustration Notes with Hannah Sanguinetti

Stuck in a rut? Looking for Feedback? Preparing submissions or simply experimenting with new techniques? Come along to our monthly online group with your illustration projects or problems for friendly feedback, ideas, opportunities, support and encouragement. 

How to Follow Our Region

Following us enables you to receive all our notices regarding critique groups and events, both online and in person. Remember, you can follow as many regions as you wish!

1. Go to My Profile.
2. Click on Edit My Profile.
3. Scroll down to Set your home region and follow others.
4. Select Italy.