Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Email Format
Book and Periodical PublishingCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators is a nonprofit professional association dedicated to authors and illustrators for children and young adults, spanning books, magazines, film, television, and multimedia. It is among the largest organizations serving this creative community. Based in Los Angeles, California, the group operates within the book and periodical publishing industry to support its members. The organization aims to support the creation and availability of quality children's books worldwide by fostering a diverse community of writers, illustrators, editors, publishers, librarians, educators, booksellers, translators, agents, bloggers, and enthusiasts. It provides education and support through awards, grants, programs, and events, and seeks to serve as a unified voice for children’s book creators globally. As a mid-sized nonprofit, it maintains partnerships and programs that include collaborations such as a 2026 initiative with Friends of Massie to host a pop-up exhibition for Black History Month.