SCBWI Mid-Atlantic

Welcome to SCBWI Mid-Atlantic

Welcome to SCBWI Mid-Atlantic, an active community of children's book writers and illustrators living in Washington DC and Virginia. We hope you'll join us for some of our events, whether online on in-person, to build confidence in your craft and to expand your network of fellow creatives.

Board Book vs. Picture Book vs. Early Reader: How to Write Across Genres with Join Laura Gehl

Join Laura Gehl for a deep dive into writing across genres.

Looking Back to Move Forward: Using Intentional Reflection in Your Writing Life

Join us for a write-in at the James M. Duncan branch of the Alexandria library during which Marcie Flinchum Atkins will deliver an inspiring presentation on intentional reflection.

Mid-Atlantic Virtual Illustrator Social

Join fellow Mid-Atlantic Illustrators for a free, bi-monthly, virtual illustrator social where we chat about all things kidlit illustration! See event post for upcoming dates.

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Are you following our region?

We have some great events and activities coming up! Are you following our region? Let's stay in touch!

Regional Events

Editors & Agents Day: May 2, 2026: Stay Tuned!

Member Good News

Our team

Highlighter Journal

Welcome SCBWI Illustrators

Keep in touch

To inquire about local events, awards, or opportunities, please email [email protected].

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For PAL members looking to be involved with Mid-Atlantic SCBWI.

For self-published members and those thinking of self-publishing.

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You will be contacted by our Highlighter Journal team when opportunities to write or illustrate for the Journal arise.

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