Do you have a children’s story or illustration you’d like to workshop or pitch to publishers and agents? Do you want to know ‘what’s hot and what’s not in the world of children’s publishing.

The Sketch and Scribe Festival is for children’s illustrators and writers of all levels and creative backgrounds wanting to connect and learn from publishers and published experts.

There’ll be a range of development opportunities for writers and artists wanting to level-up their craft.

• Workshop your manuscript or portfolio with publishers in a Coaching Camp with bonus workshops.
  • Attend publisher and expert creator panels and developmental presentations.
  • Be part of the illustration exhibition to publishers online or sell your art in a gallery.
  • Pitch your work to publishers and agents.
  • Enter the writing competition.
  • Networking fun ‘n’ games
  • Award-winning author and illustrator book signings.
  • ‘Meet the Publishers’ cocktail party

In-person events Surf Coast, Vic Sept 5 & 6th

On-line professional development workshops September 12 & 13

On-line Pitch Sessions take place September 18 – Oct 11

Illustration exhibitions  (print & frame servie)+ publisher showcase Sept 17 – Oct 4

Tickets & info www.sketchandscribefest.com