Episode 5: How to Build Your Author-Illustrator Community, Find Publishing Conference, and Discover Go-To Experts in Publishing

The Publishing Cousins

Apr 14 2026 | 00:18:40

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Show Notes

In Episode 5 of the Publishing Cousins podcast, author Melissa Lasher and illustrator Nikki Becker share practical strategies for building your author-illustrator community, finding the best writing and illustration conferences, and identifying go-to experts for your publishing journey. Learn how to create your own critique group, discover resources like SCBWI, ACFW, the Highlights Foundation, and the Authors Conservatory, and find out why embracing slow growth in publishing may be the key to long-term success. Perfect for aspiring and established children's book writers and illustrators.

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