Kidlit Writing
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Protected: Creator Interview: Jenna Elysa Johnson on highlighting disability joy and breaking through acquisitions red tape.
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SCBWI SoCal Authors & Illustrators at the LA Festival of Books 2026
The LA Times Festival of Books 2026 is almost here, and SCBWI Southern California is bringing together an incredible lineup of children’s book authors and illustrators for a full weekend of storytelling, book signings, and community. I’m so excited to be attending for the first time with my picture book, Bea’s Balikbayan Box of Treasures. If you’re attending the Los Angeles Festival of Books at USC (April 18–19, 2026), be sure to stop by Booth 826 in the Green Zone, where a rotating group of SCBWI SoCal creators will be signing books and meeting readers throughout the weekend. This is a wonderful opportunity to: Meet Me at Booth 826 — Saturday, April 18 (10 AM–12 PM) I’ll be…
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Creator Interview: Kimberly Horch on Finding Joy in Children’s Book Writing
Welcome to the #GrowYourWriting 2026 Creator Interviews blog series. I’m thrilled to feature talented kidlit creators this year and spotlight their beautiful work and inspiring journeys. I’m so excited to introduce our March featured creator, Kimberly Horch. Kimberly is is truly an inspiration. I’ve had the honor of sharing a debut group with her and she is not only a talented creator but an amazing cheerleader as well! I’m so thrilled to share her story with you today! Kimberly Horch is an author and a self-proclaimed agent of joy. She runs the kindness-focused instagram @thedaybrighteningcommittee. She started writing for her 5 kids, and finds inspiration in their antics daily. Every…
