Wisconsin Regional events
Serious about improving your craft? SCBWI's regional events provide opportunities for professional growth and help you connect with a supportive, creative community.
October 8 - 10, 2026 Engaging Stories Conference
Oct 08, 2026 - Oct 10, 2026
9 event
Available seats 4
Attend sessions to improve your craft. Take part in an intensive 3 hour session offered by pros in the writing/illustrating field. Meet fellow authors, illustrators, editors, and agents. You'll leave feeling ENGAGED and motivated to complete your latest work.
Oct. 22, 2026 Book Buzz and Beyond
Oct 22, 2026 - Nov 23, 2026
1 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
Meet authors Deb Buschman and Steph Wade as they introduce their newly published picture books. You'll learn so much from their publishing journey.Then stay for the Beyond part of Book Buzz where fantasy and science fiction author Christopher Roubique discusses his debut middle grade novel, Mythspeaker, and how his story explores themes of mental health, both in the text and in the process of its creation.
Nov. 11, 2026 Value-Added Nonfiction: How to Get Noticed and Get It Right
Nov 11, 2026 - Dec 11, 2026
1 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
VALUE ADDED NONFICTION What makes a nonfiction picture book stand out—and what can an author do before submitting to make the case for it stronger? Janet Bruins, founder and publisher of Picnic Heist Publishing, will share what a small press may be looking for in nonfiction and take participants behind the scenes of how Picnic Heist develops its nonfiction titles. We’ll explore how to identify a book’s genuine “value added”—not simply why its topic is important, but what this particular book contributes that existing titles do not. Participants will learn how to research relevant organizations and subject-matter experts and approach experts to help vet their stories. Janet will also discuss the less obvious but crucial benefits these relationships can bring to the writing, illustrations, and sales potential of a title. Experts and organizations may contribute to stronger back matter, endorsements, partnerships, bulk sales, events, and specialty-market opportunities. Participants will leave with practical steps they can take before submitting a manuscript to strengthen its credibility, clarify its audience, demonstrate its market potential, and help a publisher envision its path from manuscript to readers. This webinar will be recorded for registrants. Submission opportunities available for registrants.
WI Book Buzz and Beyond (Nov 19, 2026)
Nov 19, 2026 - Dec 19, 2026
1 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
Celebrate these authors who've recently published their books: Steph Wade: The Fun Guy, Laura Sprtel: Fridays are for Fish Frys, Samantha Cora: Wisconsin Wakes, Alina Loux: How to Watch Paint Dry. Then stay for a special presentation.
WI Your Writerly Questions Answered (Jan, April, Aug, Nov 2027)
Jan 06, 2027 - Dec 03, 2027
Online event
Unlimited seats
Connect with book coaches, Kate Penndorf and Valerie Heller, in this 4-part online series "Your Writerly Questions Answered". Expert advice that only on-the-spot coaching can provide!
WI Writing with Childlike Wonder with Lydia Lukidis (Jan. 13, 2027)
Jan 13, 2027 - Feb 14, 2027
1 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
How can writers capture the way children see the world? Explore childlike perspective, authentic voice, curiosity, and emotional connection. Participants will learn techniques for creating relatable young characters and turning everyday moments into story sparks.