Co-Regional Advisor, Melissa Miles Co-Regional Advisor, Amanda Fletcher Co-ARA, Michelle Kennedy Co-ARA, Janet Kelly IC, Jime Alena Wimmer https://www.scbwi.org/regions/southern-breeze The regional team is volunteer-led.https://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mucs5zs6ts2bThanks to our engaging panelists who demystified publishing in Decatur for Paths to Publication: @mccallhoylebooks.bsky.social, @srjohannes.bsky.social, Cathy Ann Johnson, @michelleskennedy.bsky.social, @angelaphamkrans.bsky.social, Negrita Smart, and @prettylines.bsky.social. #kidlit #scbwi30 Aug 2026 16:18 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mucs5zs6ts2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3ms753vxyjc2gLooking for picture book critique opportunities? Don’t miss the deadline for optional add-on critiques and a 15-minute private zoom with Adam Blackman, Acquisitions Editor for Cardinal Rule Press. Deadline is AUGUST 17! https://www.scbwi.org/events/get-real-writing-realistic-fiction-that-resonates-with-adam-blackman #amwriting #kidlit @scbwi.bsky.social03 Aug 2026 18:32 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms753vxyjc2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mrayuk3i4c2wMark your calendars for August 29! We'll be hosting our third annual Paths to Publication Kidlit Panel at the Decatur Library from 2:00-4:40pm. Free and open to the public. More details here: https://www.scbwi.org/regions/southern-breeze/paths-to-publication-2026 @scbwi.bsky.social #amwriting #amillustrating #kidllit22 Jul 2026 18:57 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrayuk3i4c2whttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mqheuf6yxk2qIllustrators, don't miss this fun and interactive webinar hosted by Sheli Peterson. Registration open now! #amillustrating #scbwi https://www.scbwi.org/events/SCBWI_SOUTHERN%20BREEZE_take-two-developing-a-cinematic-eye-for-illustrators12 Jul 2026 14:22 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqheuf6yxk2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mqeyftrmpc2oPicture book writers, we have a webinar just for you September 28! Find out the details and register here. https://www.scbwi.org/events/get-real-writing-realistic-fiction-that-resonates-with-adam-blackman #kidlit #amwriting #picturebooks11 Jul 2026 15:34 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqeyftrmpc2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mq7mwmoco22eA sister region is hosting a great event in just a few days! Don't miss out. https://www.scbwi.org/events/draft-like-a-pro-with-agent-haley-casey July 13th, 6:00-7:30pm CST, Zoom $15 for members, $25 for non-members https://www.scbwi.org/events/draft-like-a-pro-with-agent-haley-caseyDraft09 Jul 2026 12:25 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq7mwmoco22ehttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mpqvzsv5r22eHi Breezers, we try not to send out too many emails, but each time we do, we get "unsubscribe" notices. We get it! Our email boxes get full too. We just hate for people not to know what's going on in the region, and it's super hard to add you back--it's a whole process and can only be done once!03 Jul 2026 15:58 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpqvzsv5r22ehttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mozweiw2k223One more week to enter this year's Pitch-A-Palooza writing contest! We are now allowing each participant to submit TWO (2) pitches to up to 3 judges, so be sure to submit before the slots fill up! Contest ends midnight June 30. #kidlit #writingcommunity #amwriting https://www.scbwi.org/regions/southern-breeze/annual-writing-contest24 Jun 2026 12:33 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mozweiw2k223https://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mnfguvrkvs2lYou've got questions, we've got answers! Join us Tuesday, June 9 for a Back to Basics chat about the topsy turvy publishing world. If you'd like to submit specific questions, submit them on this google form TODAY! https://forms.gle/3yXm6fiqHBfCPASR9 #SCBWI #kidlit #amwriting #amillustrating03 Jun 2026 15:37 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnfguvrkvs2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mmzjpqdctk2jRegistration opens June 1. Space is limited, so don't wait! https://www.scbwi.org/events/southern_breeze_reconnect-and-recharge-retreat #kidlit #retreat #scbwi29 May 2026 21:56 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmzjpqdctk2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mmjma56v3c2aNew to the kidlit publishing world? Confused about terminology? Send us your burning questions and we'll discuss the answers at our Shop Talk Tuesday, June 9 at 7:30PM Eastern. We'll also save room for live Q&A. Fill out this Google form by June 3! #SCBWI #kidlit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeaooevfGRnKE38RNhjNCiiWSaN6VYPOOku-JiqAaJjgy87EA/viewform23 May 2026 13:59 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmjma56v3c2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mmehxqlsak2xIf you're thinking of entering this year's pitch contest when the submission window opens on June 1, but aren't sure how to craft a winning pitch with just 280 characters, check out the complete collection of liked pitches from last year's contest. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X-lmD2NobmRK8TtAOIEI7eQB2nkeB5-h/view?usp=sharing21 May 2026 12:59 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmehxqlsak2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mm4zbln5p22xSave the Date! Registration opens June 1. Pricing details will be added this week. We'll need a minimum number of registrations to proceed, but we're excited for the possibilities!! https://www.scbwi.org/events/reconnect-and-recharge-retreat18 May 2026 13:47 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm4zbln5p22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mlbmtmw26227Don't miss your chance to register for Beyond the Evil Stepmother: Crafting Villains with Goals, Vulnerabilities, and Humanity in Children's Literature! Registration closes 5PM ET on FRIDAY, MAY 8. Can't attend? There will be a recording 🙂 #SCBWI #kidlit https://www.scbwi.org/events/beyond-the-evil-stepmother-crafting-villains-with-goals-vulnerabilities-and-humanity-in-children-s-literature07 May 2026 16:23 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlbmtmw26227https://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3ml2yxwykgs2aCheck out this amazing reel from author Emily Matheis promoting her upcoming SCBWI webinar. Interested in attending this Saturday? Sign up here: https://www.scbwi.org/events/beyond-the-evil-stepmother-crafting-villains-with-goals-vulnerabilities-and-humanity-in-children-s-literature https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX7UIFBJzMS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==05 May 2026 01:11 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml2yxwykgs2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mkl7l4myls2kNext Saturday, May 9, at 1:30PM Eastern Time, learn the practical tools to craft the perfect villain, whether you're writing a picture book bully or a YA mastermind. #scbwi #kidlit #AmWriting Sign up now! https://www.scbwi.org/events/beyond-the-evil-stepmother-crafting-villains-with-goals-vulnerabilities-and-humanity-in-children-s-literature28 Apr 2026 18:27 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkl7l4myls2khttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mjphost6lk2yWant to know how to craft the perfect villain? Sign up now for this online presentation by kidlit author Emily Matheis! Only $15 for members. Can't make it live? That's okay, we're recording it. #scbwi #kidlit #amwriting https://www.scbwi.org/events/beyond-the-evil-stepmother-crafting-villains-with-goals-vulnerabilities-and-humanity-in-children-s-literature17 Apr 2026 17:38 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjphost6lk2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mikhygh5zk2fI know we just held a big conference, but look what else we have planned for you guys this spring! Who doesn't love a fully fleshed out villain?! Join us to learn how to write one. Only $15 for members. https://www.scbwi.org/events/beyond-the-evil-stepmother-crafting-villains-with-goals-vulnerabilities-and-humanity-in-children-s-literature #scbwi #kidlit #amwriting03 Apr 2026 00:35 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mikhygh5zk2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mhvt6bkcks2oDon't miss out on this once-a-year event. You've got a few more hours to take the plunge and invest in your career. We hope to see you this weekend!! https://www.scbwi.org/events/southern-breeze-seeds-of-inspiration-writing-illustrating-for-kids-wik-202625 Mar 2026 19:29 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhvt6bkcks2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mhnc3fw6fc2oIt's less than a week away!! Who else is coming? #scbwi #amwriting #amillustrating #kidlit https://www.scbwi.org/events/southern-breeze-seeds-of-inspiration-writing-illustrating-for-kids-wik-202622 Mar 2026 10:02 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhnc3fw6fc2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mhjuoot3ys2tKidlit creators, want to learn more about self-publishing? Check out this amazing session at the WIK 2026 Conference in Birmingham, AL, March 28! Less than a week to register! https://www.scbwi.org/events/southern-breeze-seeds-of-inspiration-writing-illustrating-for-kids-wik-2026 #amwriting #amillustrating #SCBWI #kidlit #WIK2621 Mar 2026 01:24 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhjuoot3ys2thttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mhhege5aw22nKidlit illustrators, don’t miss these amazing sessions at the WIK 2026 Conference in Birmingham, AL, March 28! Only one more week to register! https://scbwi.org/events/southern-breeze-seeds-of-inspiration-writing-illustrating-for-kids-wik-2026 #amwriting #amillustrating #SCBWI #kidlit #WIK2620 Mar 2026 01:28 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhhege5aw22nhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mheukn3cgc2zAgented writers and illustrators, looking to pull back the curtain on the acquisitions process? Check out these amazing sessions at the WIK 2026 Conference in Birmingham, AL, March 28. Only one more week to register! https://www.scbwi.org/events/southern-breeze-seeds-of-inspiration-writing-illustrating-for-kids-wik-2026 #amwriting #amillustrating #SCBWI #kidlit #WIK2619 Mar 2026 01:38 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mheukn3cgc2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mhcenjuupk2hPublished kidlit creators, need tips on how to promote your work? Check out these amazing sessions at the WIK 2026 Conference in Birmingham, AL, March 28. Register today! https://scbwi.org/events/southern-breeze-seeds-of-inspiration-writing-illustrating-for-kids-wik-2026#amwriting #amillustrating #SCBWI #kidlit #WIK2618 Mar 2026 01:48 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhcenjuupk2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mh7sdwzkjc27Kidlit writers, are you looking for tips on how to craft better characters? Check out these amazing sessions at the WIK 2026 Conference in Birmingham, AL, March 28! Register today: https://www.scbwi.org/events/southern-breeze-seeds-of-inspiration-writing-illustrating-for-kids-wik-2026 #amwriting #amillustrating #SCBWI #kidlit #WIK2617 Mar 2026 01:15 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mh7sdwzkjc27https://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mh56en3z6c2sPicture book writers, are you looking to improve your craft? Check out these amazing sessions at the WIK 2026 Conference in Birmingham, AL! Don’t miss your chance to attend this in-person conference March 28. Register today: https://www.scbwi.org/events/southern-breeze-seeds-of-inspiration-writing-illustrating-for-kids-wik-2026 #amwriting #SCBWI #kidlit #WIK2616 Mar 2026 00:13 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mh56en3z6c2shttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mgn3tapjkk2uBreezers, check this out! It's free, and might be especially useful if you're planning to pitch to an agent or editor in-person at our conference next month during the roundtable sessions! https://www.scbwi.org/events/bewitch-your-pitch-making-your-project-sound-irresistible09 Mar 2026 14:44 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgn3tapjkk2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mgmyurkrhc2uOn the fence about attending our spring conference? It's not too late. Enjoy some pics from last year & check out all the details here: https://www.scbwi.org/events/southern-breeze-seeds-of-inspiration-writing-illustrating-for-kids-wik-2026 It's an investment in your career, and a chance to meet other people with the same passions! #kidlit #scbwi #amwriting #amillustrating09 Mar 2026 13:52 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgmyurkrhc2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/scbwi-sobreeze.bsky.social/post/3mg3ksx6f6v2pDon't miss the chance to share your first page LIVE at our two First Pages Panels happening at WIK 2026 in Birmingham March 28! Submissions are due March 6. Register for the conference ASAP to get your invitation to submit! https://www.scbwi.org/events/southern-breeze-seeds-of-inspiration-writing-illustrating-for-kids-wik-2026 #scbwi #kidlit02 Mar 2026 15:25 +0000at://did:plc:cxdyducmbuauvaff57bse7ed/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg3ksx6f6v2p