Welcome to the newly launched regional chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators -- SCBWI Korea.
The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators is an international organization that offers guidance, support and an array of other services to people who write, illustrate, or share a vital interest in children’s literature. SCBWI is the only international organization of its kind and serves more than 19,000 members worldwide, in over 70 regions, making it, also, the largest children’s writing organization in the world.
SCBWI was formed in 1971 by a group of Los Angeles based writers for children. and today, it continues carrying on their vision by acting as a network for the exchange of knowledge between writers, illustrators, editors, publishers, agents, librarians, educators, booksellers and others involved with literature for young people.
The benefits of membership in SCBWI are many. The SCBWI sponsors two annual International Conferences on Writing and Illustrating for Children as well as dozens of regional conferences and events throughout the world. It also publishes a bi-monthly newsletter, offers awards and grants for works in progress, and provides many informational publications on the art and business of writing and selling written, illustrated, and electronic material. The SCBWI also presents the annual Golden Kite Award for the best fiction and nonfiction books and the Sid Fleischman Humor Award.
SCBWI Korea is currently seeking new members and welcomes interested people to join and become part of our collaborative network. Whether you are a seasoned, published author/illustrator, a new writer who desires to hon you craft, or just someone who shares a love of children’s literature, this group is for you!
Join SCBWI today by visiting the membership page found on the SCBWI International website. Your membership in SCBWI Korea will be automatic when you sign up for membership on the international site. If you have questions about SCBWI Korea, or for more information about SCBWI Korea, please email the regional advisor.
We welcome you!
