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By Sallie Wolf Food For Thought has been simmering on the back stove. Sure enough, two great ideas have emerged, suggested by fellow SCBWI members. Sheila Glazov ( http://www.sheilaglazov.com/) has suggested a Food For Thought program focusing on supplemental materials for already (or soon to be published) books—teacher’s guides and other supplemental materials. If you have experience creating Continue reading Two New Programs Compiled by Corie Ramos-Azem ***EVENTS (roughly by date)*** Anderson’s Bookshop Information is subject to change: some events require tickets. For more information on these and other upcoming events, visit http://www.andersonsbookshop.com/events.php, or call 630.355.2665 for AB Naperville (123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville) and ATDE (Anderson’s Two Doors East, 111 W. Jefferson Ave. Naperville) or 630.963.2665 for AB Downers Grove(5112 Continue reading News Roundup Spring 2012 Compiled by June Sengpiehl Classes, conferences and workshops provide opportunities for professional contacts, manuscript critiques, networking and fellowship. Many an unpublished manuscript has been refocused, redefined, rewritten and published after its author attended a class or workshop. Visit http://www.scbwi-illinois.org and click on “networks” to find out about other events offered by SCBWI-Illinois Networks throughout the state. CLASSES SCHOOL OF Continue reading Spring/Summer 2012 Classes, Retreats, and Workshops Compiled by June Sengpiehl Classes, conferences and workshops provide opportunities for professional contacts, manuscript critiques, networking and fellowship. Many an unpublished manuscript has been refocused, redefined, rewritten and published after its author attended a class or workshop. Why not consider one of the learning opportunities below? Visit www.scbwi-illinois.org and click on “networks” to find out about other Continue reading Winter 2012 Classes, Retreats, and Workshops Compiled by Corie Ramos-Azem ***EVENTS (roughly by date)*** ANDERSON’S BOOKSHOP Information is subject to change; some events require tickets. For more information on these and other upcoming events, visit http://www.andersonsbookshop.com/events.php, or call 630-355-2665 for AB Naperville (123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville) and ATDE (Anderson’s Two Doors East, 111 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville) or 630-963-2665 for AB Downers Continue reading News Roundup Winter 2012 By Sallie Wolf On December 3 a wonderful conversation took place among SCBWI members who are interested in exploring alternative publishing options, such as namelos, Create Space, and print on demand. Genevieve Ching, Norm Cowie, Sheila Welsh, and Carol Saller each have experience with nontraditional publishing as well as traditional. They shared some of their knowledge, and then Continue reading Alternative Publishing Options Mark your calendars, save the date . . . and prepare to be inspired! Saturday, May 12, 2012 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. SCBWI~Illinois is in for a treat this spring! If you haven’t had the opportunity to hear Lin Oliver and Steve Mooser speak at one of the national conventions, now is your chance! Continue reading Spring Thaw: SCBWI-IL Proudly Welcomes Dynamic Duo Steve Mooser and Lin Oliver By Sallie Wolf Food for Thought is member-generated programming that facilitates discussion, conversation, and exchange of ideas among our published SCBWI-IL members. There are two programs being planned for the fall. Skype Author Visits Two groups will meet to experience what it Continue reading Food for Thought–Two Fall Programs Compiled by Michelle Sussman ***EVENTS (roughly by date)*** ANDERSON’S BOOKSHOP Sept. 15: Harlan Coben, author of Shelter, 7 pm at AB Naperville Continue reading News Roundup Fall 2011 WHEN: WHERE: Member cost: $140 SPEAKERS: Publishing Professionals: Josh Adams, Co-Founder, Adams Literary Continue reading SCBWI-IL Prairie Writers Day VII: Get Hooked! 
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