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The SCBWI-Michigan News is our chapter's quarterly newsletter, available by subscription.


Interviews with editors, art directors, or other professionals in or related to our field.

Articles from experienced authors and artists about the craft of writing and illustrating for children.

Upcoming Events in Michigan and neighboring regions, including all those sponsored by SCBWI-MI.

Marketing News including publishers' needs, new or less-known markets, editorial and policy changes.

Inspiration and Motivation from children's writers and illustrators who have laughed, cried –and tried, tried again.

Award, Grant, and Contest information for working writers and illustrators.

Check out a sample newsletter: (large PDF file, may take some time to load) Summer 2009 


Sample Articles:

Especially for Members:

Hugs and Hurrahs
news of members' recent sales and awards.
Lonely Hearts Writers Club
critique groups looking for members; members looking for groups
Volunteer Opportunities
to connect with others, learn more – and help us too!


The SCBWI-Michigan News is

  • the best way to stay fully informed about SCBWI-MI events
  • the first step in entering the network of support that we offer
Issues average ten pages; four issues annually. $10/yr, available in electronic version only.

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-this page was updated 2 January 2010-