SCBWI Louisiana/Mississippi
Welcome to SCBWI Louisiana/Mississippi
Interested in writing and/or illustrating books for children? Seeking a critique group for helpful feedback on your work? Looking for a speaker for your bookstore, school or library? SCBWI can help. As a member, you'll gain access to a variety of helpful resources, including upcoming events, opportunities to connect with others in the industry, and valuable insights on creating and publishing children's books. Scroll below and click to "Join Our Newsletter" for a monthly event newsletter.
Meeting in New Orleans, LA
The Louisiana/Mississippi region of SCBWI meets in various cities around the two states (New Orleans, Lafayette, Biloxi, etc). Check our monthly emailed newsletter to see if there is an in-person meeting or virtual Zoom for you.
Meeting in Lafayette, LA
Louisiana/Mississippi Lafayette group hosts virtual monthly critique meetings (via Zoom). Past workshops connect kidlit creators with published authors and illustrators on craft; and even bookstores and book sellers field trips.
Meeting in Gulf South, MS
The Louisiana/Mississippi Gulfsouth group meets monthly at a coffee shop in the Gulfport and/or Biloxi area. Check our monthly email newsletter (subscribe below) to see when's the next in-person meeting or virtual Zoom for you.
Meet the Regional Team
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Questions?
To inquire about local meetings, workshops, book festivals and awards/opportunities, please email us at {[email protected]}
How do meetings work?
You don’t have to be a member to participate. Network meetings are a great source of inspiration and collaboration for children’s literature ideation. Bring your latest work in progress, listen to others, ask questions about the process ... whatever ... we’re open to all.