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It’s here! It’s here! The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) Winter Conference kicks off this Friday in New York City. I’m very excited about it. Not so excited about the slush though. The slush is ruining my outfit choices because my clunky snow boots are not the look I’m shooting for. Sigh. Oh well. Maybe I’ll bring a baggie and check them with my coat. If there is anyone out there reading this blog who is planning to attend and you’re not from around here … we’re expecting 4-8 inches on Thursday and a bit more on Saturday (but that might change to rain, oh joy). So prepare yourself.
Apart from figuring out what to wear (nice trousers, blouse, sweater, scarf, and comfortable shoes – not my usual jeans and sweatshirt ensemble), I’m preparing my “elevator pitch” on the off-chance that someone asks me what my book is all about. I wrote it out to organize my main points and have reworked it verbally so can I remember it. I’ve been practicing my pitch as I walk my dogs. I’m sure my neighbors think I’m crazy. Maybe they just think I talk to my dogs a lot. No matter. Honestly though, I’m not going to the conference to make a pitch. I’m going to learn and soak up some awesomeness.
I’ve also got my briefcase ready – a notebook, business cards, extra pens, mints, and an extra small bag to carry book purchases from the on-site conference shop. I think I’m all set!
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