November snuck up behind me! I spent last week updating the calendar--not just for November. Many #KidLit event venues are now posting events for 2027! So be sure to check them out. Many have deadlines in the next few weeks
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #PictureBooks #MiddleGrade #YA
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #PictureBooks #MiddleGrade #YA
November 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
November snuck up behind me! I spent last week updating the calendar--not just for November. Many #KidLit event venues are now posting events for 2027! So be sure to check them out. Many have deadlines in the next few weeks
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #PictureBooks #MiddleGrade #YA
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #PictureBooks #MiddleGrade #YA
The #KidLitEvents calendar has been updated and I've never seen it SO packed! Whether you're looking for free events, webinars, in-person conferences or retreats--there's something for everyone! #KidLit #PB #MG #YA
Be sure to sign up for the weekly eblast!
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
Be sure to sign up for the weekly eblast!
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
August 22, 2026 at 3:55 PM
The #KidLitEvents calendar has been updated and I've never seen it SO packed! Whether you're looking for free events, webinars, in-person conferences or retreats--there's something for everyone! #KidLit #PB #MG #YA
Be sure to sign up for the weekly eblast!
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
Be sure to sign up for the weekly eblast!
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
December 29, 2024 at 4:02 AM
The January #KidLit events calendar has been updated and emails are in the queue. You can check the website or sign up to get the weekly emails.
What #KidLitEvents are you looking forward to attending in the new year?
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
What #KidLitEvents are you looking forward to attending in the new year?
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
December 29, 2024 at 8:28 PM
Never miss #kidlitevents again! Get notices in your Inbox so you don't have to worry about missing them on social media.
The January #KidLit events calendar has been updated and emails are in the queue. You can check the website or sign up to get the weekly emails.
What #KidLitEvents are you looking forward to attending in the new year?
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
What #KidLitEvents are you looking forward to attending in the new year?
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
December 30, 2024 at 7:06 AM
Never miss #kidlitevents again! Get notices in your Inbox so you don't have to worry about missing them on social media.
Never miss #kidlitevents again! Get notices in your Inbox so you don't have to worry about missing them on social media.
The January #KidLit events calendar has been updated and emails are in the queue. You can check the website or sign up to get the weekly emails.
What #KidLitEvents are you looking forward to attending in the new year?
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
What #KidLitEvents are you looking forward to attending in the new year?
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
December 30, 2024 at 7:06 AM
Never miss #kidlitevents again! Get notices in your Inbox so you don't have to worry about missing them on social media.
I’ve compiled a list of kidlit contests and events for writers and illustrators. If these kind of lists are helpful, please share and subscribe to my Substack open.substack.com/pub/olgasmit... #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitevents #kidlitcontests
November 2025. List of Kidlit Contests and Events for Illustrators and Writers
Contests, workshops, and pitch events
open.substack.com
October 29, 2025 at 9:36 PM
I’ve compiled a list of kidlit contests and events for writers and illustrators. If these kind of lists are helpful, please share and subscribe to my Substack open.substack.com/pub/olgasmit... #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitevents #kidlitcontests
I’ve compiled a list of Kidlit Contests and Events for May. If you’re interested in these kind of posts, please like and share to give me feedback if I should continue monthy. open.substack.com/pub/olgasmit... #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitcontests #kidlitevents #illustrationcontest #writingcontest
April 30, 2025 at 9:55 PM
I’ve compiled a list of Kidlit Contests and Events for May. If you’re interested in these kind of posts, please like and share to give me feedback if I should continue monthy. open.substack.com/pub/olgasmit... #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitcontests #kidlitevents #illustrationcontest #writingcontest
Chicago area friends!
Looking for something warm to do in this bitterly cold weather?
Come, meet me at @barbarasbooks in Yorktown Mall on Saturday, January 20.
🛹✨ With @kokilabooks and @wadsworthink
#kidlitevents #localauthorchicago @scbwi_IL #thingstodochicago #girlsonwheels
Looking for something warm to do in this bitterly cold weather?
Come, meet me at @barbarasbooks in Yorktown Mall on Saturday, January 20.
🛹✨ With @kokilabooks and @wadsworthink
#kidlitevents #localauthorchicago @scbwi_IL #thingstodochicago #girlsonwheels
January 15, 2024 at 1:15 AM
Chicago area friends!
Looking for something warm to do in this bitterly cold weather?
Come, meet me at @barbarasbooks in Yorktown Mall on Saturday, January 20.
🛹✨ With @kokilabooks and @wadsworthink
#kidlitevents #localauthorchicago @scbwi_IL #thingstodochicago #girlsonwheels
Looking for something warm to do in this bitterly cold weather?
Come, meet me at @barbarasbooks in Yorktown Mall on Saturday, January 20.
🛹✨ With @kokilabooks and @wadsworthink
#kidlitevents #localauthorchicago @scbwi_IL #thingstodochicago #girlsonwheels
December 27, 2024 at 10:37 PM
Upcoming Storytime and Bookish Events...
March 28 - Virtual School Visit Williamsburg
March 29 - 11am, Storytime at the New Haven Free Public Library
April 3 - We Need Diverse Books Day
April 5 - 11:30am, Martin House Books foodie storytime in Westerley, RI with Josh Funk
#kidlitevents #storytime
March 28 - Virtual School Visit Williamsburg
March 29 - 11am, Storytime at the New Haven Free Public Library
April 3 - We Need Diverse Books Day
April 5 - 11:30am, Martin House Books foodie storytime in Westerley, RI with Josh Funk
#kidlitevents #storytime
March 26, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Upcoming Storytime and Bookish Events...
March 28 - Virtual School Visit Williamsburg
March 29 - 11am, Storytime at the New Haven Free Public Library
April 3 - We Need Diverse Books Day
April 5 - 11:30am, Martin House Books foodie storytime in Westerley, RI with Josh Funk
#kidlitevents #storytime
March 28 - Virtual School Visit Williamsburg
March 29 - 11am, Storytime at the New Haven Free Public Library
April 3 - We Need Diverse Books Day
April 5 - 11:30am, Martin House Books foodie storytime in Westerley, RI with Josh Funk
#kidlitevents #storytime
I've been incredibly busy updating the #KidLitEvents calendar for the summer and fall. New events are popping up everywhere! If you haven't taken a look lately, now's the time to do it so you don't miss out. #KidLit #PB #MG #YA #Illustration
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
July 26, 2026 at 4:09 PM
I've been incredibly busy updating the #KidLitEvents calendar for the summer and fall. New events are popping up everywhere! If you haven't taken a look lately, now's the time to do it so you don't miss out. #KidLit #PB #MG #YA #Illustration
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
I'm a bit late this month, but don't forget to check out all the amazing #KidLit events in June. I have a weekly email called the KidLit Weekly if you'd like to stay on top of what's going on.
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #pb #mg #ya
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #pb #mg #ya
June 9, 2026 at 11:26 AM
I'm a bit late this month, but don't forget to check out all the amazing #KidLit events in June. I have a weekly email called the KidLit Weekly if you'd like to stay on top of what's going on.
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #pb #mg #ya
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #pb #mg #ya
Have a manuscript that's been dying for a second chance? Follow #KidlitZombieWeek 2026 on Instagram www.instagram.com/kidlitzombie... and right here on BlueSky for a week of blog posts and #prizes sure to breathe life into that old story.
#WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt
#WriterSky #KidLit #WritingCommunity #KidLitArt
May 6, 2026 at 2:22 PM
MAY is almost here! Don't miss out on these amazing #KidLitEvents coming up this month and throughout the summer. Sign up for the weekly email on Substack to stay up to date! #KidLit
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
April 30, 2026 at 3:33 PM
MAY is almost here! Don't miss out on these amazing #KidLitEvents coming up this month and throughout the summer. Sign up for the weekly email on Substack to stay up to date! #KidLit
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
Just updated the #KidLitEvents calendar for #February. And events keep coming ... be sure not to miss the class, webinar or conference your are looking for. The #KidLit Weekly email has been moved to SubStack so you can now access archives. #PB #MG #YA
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
January 25, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Just updated the #KidLitEvents calendar for #February. And events keep coming ... be sure not to miss the class, webinar or conference your are looking for. The #KidLit Weekly email has been moved to SubStack so you can now access archives. #PB #MG #YA
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
Check out this new FREE! #KidLit webinar with @writeloudly.bsky.social - plus an amazing give-away! 🤩
#KidLitEvents
#KidLitEvents
I'm hosting a FREE WEBINAR with @mollyharris.bsky.social and Brooke Hartman about their writing process! Please share!
Register for a chance to WIN a copy of both books! You don’t need to be present to win.
Recording available after.
LINK: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Register for a chance to WIN a copy of both books! You don’t need to be present to win.
Recording available after.
LINK: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
January 20, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Check out this new FREE! #KidLit webinar with @writeloudly.bsky.social - plus an amazing give-away! 🤩
#KidLitEvents
#KidLitEvents
#BluePit is ready to kick off 2026! Creators in the #WritingCommunity, #GameDev & #IndieDev, #TTRPG, and #Comic communities get ready to pitch or promote your projects!
#BluePit will be taking place on Jan 13th, 2026!
And #BluePitHype starts January 8th!
#WriteSky #Writers #AmAgenting #LitAgents
#BluePit will be taking place on Jan 13th, 2026!
And #BluePitHype starts January 8th!
#WriteSky #Writers #AmAgenting #LitAgents
January 12, 2026 at 3:27 PM
SO excited to announce that starting January 1st, the KidLit Weekly will be on Substack! If you are searching for #KidLit classes, conferences, retreats and webinars, head over and check it out!
kidlitevents.substack.com
#KidLitEvents #PictureBooks #MiddleGrade #YoungAdult
kidlitevents.substack.com
#KidLitEvents #PictureBooks #MiddleGrade #YoungAdult
The KidLit Weekly | Carolyn B Fraiser | Substack
The KidLit Weekly is listing of KidLit webinars, courses, and conferences that are accessible for a majority of people. Most are online, but I have included larger in-person events. Click to read The ...
kidlitevents.substack.com
December 31, 2025 at 4:27 PM
SO excited to announce that starting January 1st, the KidLit Weekly will be on Substack! If you are searching for #KidLit classes, conferences, retreats and webinars, head over and check it out!
kidlitevents.substack.com
#KidLitEvents #PictureBooks #MiddleGrade #YoungAdult
kidlitevents.substack.com
#KidLitEvents #PictureBooks #MiddleGrade #YoungAdult
#KidLit events may be winding down for the holidays, but I just added a bunch of new events for 2026! Check out the updated list and sign up for weekly emails so you can stay in the know! #pb #mg #YA
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents
November 22, 2025 at 3:56 PM
#KidLit events may be winding down for the holidays, but I just added a bunch of new events for 2026! Check out the updated list and sign up for weekly emails so you can stay in the know! #pb #mg #YA
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents
November is almost upon us (this weekend!) and the #KidLit events calendar is crazy busy -- all the way up to Thanksgiving week. Sign up for the KidLit Weekly so you don't miss out! #KidLitEvents
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
October 28, 2025 at 11:05 PM
November is almost upon us (this weekend!) and the #KidLit events calendar is crazy busy -- all the way up to Thanksgiving week. Sign up for the KidLit Weekly so you don't miss out! #KidLitEvents
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
Heads up! #KidLit #KidLitEvents
Registration for the SCBWI 2026 New York Conference opens TODAY, October 14 @ 10am PST ! 🎉
View the entire in-person line up on our website here: tinyurl.com/79hkf4ta
(and a special thank you to Merrill Rainey for making our gorgeous conference art www.littlerainey.com)
#scbwiNY26
View the entire in-person line up on our website here: tinyurl.com/79hkf4ta
(and a special thank you to Merrill Rainey for making our gorgeous conference art www.littlerainey.com)
#scbwiNY26
October 14, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Heads up! #KidLit #KidLitEvents
Submitting Your Work: Digital Portfolios and Dummies for Illustrators and Author/Illustrators.
Bring your digital portfolio or dummy to share. Hosted by Kate Woodle, published illustrator, PAL member, and Illustrator Connect Facilitator.
#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi
Bring your digital portfolio or dummy to share. Hosted by Kate Woodle, published illustrator, PAL member, and Illustrator Connect Facilitator.
#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi
September 30, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Can you believe that it's almost August? The KidLit Events calendar has been updated with many brand new August events.
Check it out at carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #KidLit
Check it out at carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #KidLit
July 26, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Can you believe that it's almost August? The KidLit Events calendar has been updated with many brand new August events.
Check it out at carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #KidLit
Check it out at carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #KidLit
The #KidLit Events calendar is taking a break for the next 2 weeks as things slow down for the July 4th holiday but the rest of July still has a lot of good webinars and courses that you won't want to miss!
Check it out at: carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #PB #MG #YA
Check it out at: carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #PB #MG #YA
June 21, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The #KidLit Events calendar is taking a break for the next 2 weeks as things slow down for the July 4th holiday but the rest of July still has a lot of good webinars and courses that you won't want to miss!
Check it out at: carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #PB #MG #YA
Check it out at: carolynbfraiser.com/kidlit/
#KidLitEvents #PB #MG #YA