Hello friends,
There are many words the come to mind when describing the people in our community--talented, creative, kid-centric. The one word that stands out above the rest, however, is generous.
Although writing and illustrating can be a very individual experience, the support we provide to each other through critiques, advice, presentations, shoptalks, sharing of resources all give the sense that we are truly in this together.
We are entering the season that's all about giving thanks and SCBWI-MI is giving you a giant THANK YOU!! Thank you for your generosity, for supporting each other, for sharing your talent with all children, and for being a part of our creative family.
As always, if you have any questions related to SCBWI-MI or the SCBWI organization, please feel free to contact your co-RAs, Carrie Pearson or Jodi McKay or co-ICs, Rebecca Green or Katie Eberts.
Warmly,
Carrie and Jodi
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Farmington Hills is hosting a community-wide webinar: Gotcha!: How to Write Picture Books That Catch Three-Year-Old Readers and Beyond. Saturday, November 6th 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Click HERE to join the live webinar.
Check-in with your local Shop Talk to see what's going on! Some are transitioning into small, in-person gatherings.
Want to learn more about SCBWI-MI's upcoming events or find recordings of events you couldn't watch live?
Navigate to the EVENTS CALENDAR on the SCBWI-MI homepage and click on the event date.
OR go to one of our social media channels:
Want to connect? Need support? Want to share some good news?
Join MichKids Listserv! This is our online neighborhood. Click HERE for instructions.
STAY TUNED -- MANY MORE EVENTS ARE IN THE WORKS.
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From SCBWI's November Insight: |
"SCBWI has engaged Axle Impact Studio, a consulting agency specializing in issues of equity and inclusion, to assist us in assessing our programs and policies around DEI. In conducting a full-scale audit of our current practices, Axle will work with the staff, the Advisory Council and the Board of Directors to establish and implement revised best practices across all areas of the organization. The work will begin this month and is expected to continue through the first quarter of 2022."
We would like to thank SCBWI-MI's E&I team coordinator and SCBWI search committee member, Tara Michener for providing her insight and guidance in the search. Her thoughts were also included in the Insight article: “Axle provided a thorough and comprehensive presentation and provided accountable strategies for racial and social equity. In my opinion, I felt as though nominating them as our selection would allow our organization to not only build quality education opportunities and more cultural and anti-racist awareness but to be leaders in our decision-making when it comes to deepening our relationships overall.” -Tara Michener
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Welcome to Sarah LoCascio, Mitten Blog Editor |
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Sarah has accepted the volunteer position of the Mitten Blog Co-Editor. Sarah managed the Hugs and Hurrah section of the blog and is ready to take this next step! She writes picture books and is the managing editor of the Asian Journal for Public Opinion Research. She lives in White Lake, Michigan with her wife, three kids, a dog, and two fish. Her website is: https://www.sarahlocascio.com/
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A direSCBWI-MI Gives on Giving Tuesday
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This year Giving Tuesday is on Tuesday, November 30th. If you're interested in participating, SCBWI-MI has gathered ideas for different ways to give. Click on the button below to view the many options. |
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Now accepting applications for the
Shutta Crum scholarship!
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The 2022 New York Online Winter Conference is going to be better than ever!
If you want to attend a large conference, but can't swing the expense, this scholarship is for you.
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The 2022 Winter Conference will be held virtually February 11th-13th, 2022. We can look forward to:
- Keynotes from industry icons like Brian Selznick, Vanessa Brantley Newton, and Paula Yoo
- Panels with editor, agents, and art directors
- Additional intensives
- Peer critiques, socials, and MORE!
Registration opens on December 2nd, 2021
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Check out these open positions on SCBWI-MI's Leadership team!
If you are interested in getting more involved with SCBWI-MI and building your CV, contact co-RAs, Carrie Pearson or Jodi McKay
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The Mitten Blog co-Editor (Illustrative design)
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Thanks to Debbie Gonzales, our liaison with the Michigan Reading Association, we are building a great relationship with their organization! Synergies are blossoming and benefits for our members are growing.
CLICK HERE for more about how our collaboration will benefit each other -- and you!
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Possible new Shop Talk Location!
Do you live near Berrien County, MI? Would you like to be part of a new Shop Talk location? If so, reach out to Kris Monroe, Shop Talk Liaison. We're assessing how many folks might be interested in this new opportunity for community building and creative growth.
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An update on the 2022 Marvelous Midwest Conference is headed your way soon! |
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