The Children’s Writers & Illustrators of BC (CWILL BC) is a professional society of authors and illustratorsof books for ages 0-18 living in British Columbia.
We connect literary and artistic communities and partner with educators to inspire kids and teens!
Surrey Teachers’ Association Convention Slides with 2023 New Releases: Collections by Grade Level, Social Justice Themes, Author/Illustrator Pop-up Videos & School Visit Tips
Download poster-resolution (4MB .PNG) graphic & see full list of 2023 New Releases in Google Sheets & Browsable Pinterest “Shelves” formats below as more get added~ (Annual graphics/slide decks updated in fall.)
BCLA Conference Booth Slides shining the spotlight on CWILLers’ incredible creative offerings & featuring tons of kids’ & family-friendly programming ideas
Collaborating with BC KidLit Authors & Illustrators Downloadable Quick Reference Sheet — Library Edition | School Edition
BCTLA Fall Conference Workshop Slides with 2023 New Releases: Collections by Grade Level, Social Justice Themes, Author/Illustrator Pop-up Videos & School Visit Tips
Sort & Search BC-Created New Releases by Year (tab along bottom), Title, Author, Interest Age, Topics & More in Google Sheets
Search BC Author & Illustrator Speakers & Book School Visits (pro tip: the “Search for a member…” tool is a free text search tool—use it to narrow your search by location, language, identity, skill & any other keywords you’re interested in!
Tips on School Visits & Booking Speakers
Browse BC Books for Kids in “bookshelf” visual format on Pinterest by Release Year, Type/Interest Age, Format, Settings/Locations, Languages, Award Status & More
Find Kids’ Books by BC Settings in this mega list of children’s books by BC authors & illustrators sorted by the nearest BC communities &/or landmarks featured between their pages!
Printables, Activities & Teachers’ Guides for easy ways to bring BC books into the classroom (Google Drive)
Join Our Newsletter for occasional updates on BC KidLit events, awards, new releases & giveaways
Search & Scroll BC-Created Award-Recognized Books by Year (tab along bottom) & Creator(s) in Google Sheets
BCTLA Fall Conference Workshop Slides with 2022 New Releases by Age & Interest, Tips on School Visits
BC Library Association YAACS YSI 2023 Spring Preview Lightning Talk on YouTube 16 min. video overview of BC kidlit authors, illustrators & books
BC Library Association YAACS 2023 YSI Spring Preview Lightning Talk Slides Full slide deck including notes + bonus slides not featured in final (condensed) video
Changing the World with (Children’s) Nonfiction a 1hr Word Vancouver 2023 panel with CWILL BC information book authors Mark Leiren-Young, Megan Clendenan & Anuradha Rao
Writing & Illustrating Kids’ Books a 1hr Word Vancouver 2022 panel with CWILL BC creators K.A. Wiggins, Bryce Raffle, Sara Leach, Danielle Marcotte & Claire Lordon
The CWILL BC prize pool has been growing! Visit us in the exhibition halls at the BC Library Association Conference & Surrey Teachers’ Association Convention, or register for panels/presentations for chances to win books by our donors!Authors/Illustrators on site for BCLA Conference (left) & STA Convention (right)—bring your books for signing or pick up recent releases on site (stock limited)
CWILLers On Site at STA Convention 2024:
K.A. Wiggins (Kaie), Moderator/Lead Presenter: CWILL BC President, Author, Speaker, SD33 TOC, Creative Writing for Children Society Educator
Mavis Lui, Pop-Up Speaker: Author-Illustrator, Speaker, Elementary Teacher
Anuradha Rao, Panellist: Middle Grade/Teen/YA Nonfiction/Information-Book Author, School Speaker
Julie Puech, Pop-Up Speaker: Author-Illustrator, School Speaker
Join our panel at the BC Library Conference, 2:45 pm Thursday, April 25, 2024!
CWILLers On Site at BCLA Conference 2024:
K.A. Wiggins (Kaie), Moderator/Panellist, Booth Volunteer Wed/Thurs: CWILL BC President, Author, Speaker, SD33 TOC, Creative Writing for Children Society Educator
Emily Seo, Panellist, Thursday: Author, School Speaker, Scientist
Lee Edward Födi, Panellist, Thursday: Author-Illustrator, CWILL BC Media Officer, Creative Writing for Children Society Co-Founder & Creativity Educator
The CWILL BC Society blog 