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SCBWI Vic In-Person Professional Development Day - Saturday 26 July 2025

  • Library at the Dock 107 Victoria Harbour Promenade Docklands Melbourne Australia (map)

Dear SCBWI (VIC) members

Get excited - our biggest event of the year is nearly here! We are thrilled to announce the lineup of our Professional Development Day on Saturday July 26 at Library at the Dock. We've been scheming behind the scenes for months, and have now confirmed an epic full-day program of learning and inspiration.
 
Our FIVE incredible guest speakers will be:

  • Jess McGeachin - The best bits are in the basement: A deep dive into researching and creating a children’s non-fiction book

  • Karen Comer - The art of verse novels

  • Leigh Hobbs - Creating characters that will engage young readers

  • Jane Godwin - The 5 most important things I’ve learnt about making books for young people

  • Adam Wallace - Making school visits amazing (for the kids and you!) 

Incredible lineup, right?? Read on for more details about these kidlit superstars and their presentations, which are sure to spark and enrich the creativity of authors and illustrators alike.

DETAILS AND BOOKINGS HERE!

Earlier Event: June 27
SCBWI ACT Connecting with Creatives
Later Event: September 13
SCBWI Create and Critique-a-Palooza Day 1