september 5 - october 11 2026
for Writers & Illustrators of Children's Literature of all levels
Each year children’s writers and illustrators of all levels - beginner writers and sketchers to published authors and illustrators - gather on the Surf Coast and on-line to connect and learn from publishers and published experts.
connect with kidlit publishers & expert creators
2 main events + add-ons
featured speakers
We are bringing a program of first-class speakers to you including;
Publishers providing the inside scoop on what’s hot and what’s not
Professional development days filled with workshops and tech talks from expert authors and illustrators sharing secrets of their success
Workshops– hands-on learning with published pros
Coach Camps – a full day of workshops with publishers & experts where' you’ll polish your stories and artwork ready for submission
If you can’t make it in-person, there’s an on-line program filled with developmental workshops and publisher and agent pitch sessions.
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