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.
Team SCBWI La/Ms
Meet the team of SCBWI Louisiana/Mississippi ... Regional Advisor, Marti Dumas; Assistant Regional Advisor, Gary Alipio; and Illustrator Coordinator, Denise Gallagher. Let's get creating !
Meeting in Gulfport, MS
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 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.
JambaLAya Workshops
JambaLAya Workshops connect kidlit creators with children's publishing editors, agents, art directors, authors, illustrators and even bookstores and book sellers – in-person and some online via Zoom.
Louisiana/Mississippi Regional Team
Keep in touch with us
The best way to learn about regional activities is to subscribe to our monthly newsletter listserv below. NO, you don't have to be a paid member to receive our newsletter.
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.
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter
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