“You are original and creative.”
For the past three days, I’ve been immersed in children’s books at the annual SCBWI conference. Along with almost 1000 other attendees, I geeked out at the superstar faculty and the informative workshops. Here’s a picture journey of my experience:
At the historic Millennium Biltmore, formerly a cathedral, and rumored to have ghosts
65 feet of rejection; inspiration from author Kate Hannigan to keep on trying!
Decadent dessert with our sit-down dinner (kind of like a s’mores pyramid)
Gift certificate for being one of the winners for the annual joke contest
Selling DRAGONFLY DREAMS at the conference
Fun fact: Here was my winning joke entry (theme of Olympics crossed with children’s book or author): “Diver Wins Gold Medal After Tuck Everlasting.”
Thanks for sharing the photos, especially the 65 feet of rejection one! I missed this year’s conference since I’ve elected to attend the LA Writer’s Digest one in the fall. Lots of workshops for YA and NA writers. I heard the hotel venue was outstanding.
Yeah, it was so inspiring! Oh, I’ve been to the WD one. Hope you enjoy your time there!