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Calling all children’s book creators! Learn to write, market, and sell kid's books and picture books from industry professionals.

About This Deal

Join aspiring and experienced authors, educators, and professionals for a day of creativity, learning, and growth! You'll learn to elevate your projects, master marketing strategies and connect with established authors.

What We Offer

Kids Book Conference on May 4th, 2025 9 AM - 4 PM General Admission Tickets:

  • Parking is included!
  • All children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Lunch options available too!

The Kids Book Conference is perfect for:

  • Aspiring and self-published authors
  • Storytellers
  • Educators

Agenda:

  • Ideas & Writing
  • Multicultural Voices
  • Picture Books
  • Publishing/Distribution
  • Grow Your Brand
  • Intellectual Property Building

Why You Should Grab The Offer

The Kids Book Conference is an exciting event for both aspiring and experienced authors! Attendees will gain valuable insights from industry experts on topics like storytelling, publishing, and branding, and network with like-minded individuals. Whether you're interested in writing, publishing, or marketing, the conference provides actionable advice and inspiration to get you started or take your book projects to the next level. With expert-led panels on picture book making, multicultural storytelling, marketing techniques, and creating Intellectual Property for Hollywood, you'll gain valuable insights needed to create stories that resonate with young readers.

SCHEDULED PANELISTS 

  • Andrea J. Loney, Author (Double Bass Blues, BunnyBear)
  • Annelouise Mahoney, Author/Illustrator (Julius and Macy: A Very Brave Night, and Little Purple Tractor)
  • Bethany Barton, Award-winning author and illustrator (Penguin Random House)
  • Bonnie Hyde, Bilingual picture book author (I Love Speaking Chinese)
  • ️Cara J. Stevens, Author, Editor, & Book Coach (85+ books for Disney, Sesame Street, Berenstain Bears, etc.)
  • Christine Van Zandt, Editor (Write for Success Editing Services)
  • Danny Hertz, Literary Manager, The Gotham Group
  • Ezra Edmond, Writer/Director/Animation producer (Blewish), Author (My Friend LeVar)
  • Joe Lanzisero, Former Walt Disney Imagineering, Author of Lemonade the Yellow Bear
  • Karen Chan, Founder of Gloo Books
  • Liz Sarant, Senior Manager, IP Scouting (Netflix - Kids/Family adaptations)
  • Melanie Romero, Trilingual Writer (Lil' Libros)
  • R.S. Melette, Author (Magic Wand series), Retired board member of the Society of Childrens Book Writers & Illustrators
  • Sarah Maizes, Best-selling and award-winning author (Penguin/Berkley Books and Candlewick Press), Senior creative executive in the kids and family space (Ex-Amazon, Jim Henson Company, and Mattel).
  • Shira Sergant, Childrens Events Coordinator, Village Well Books & Coffee in Culver City
  • Vanessa Taylor Sands, VP Development, DreamWorks Animation Television
  • Zeena M. Pliska, Author (Hello, Little One: A Monarch Butterfly Story, Egyptian Lullaby), Kindergarten Teacher

All panelists subject to change.

Fine Print

Promotional value expires May 4, 2025.
  • Expiration varies depending on the event date.
  • Ticket must be used and expires on date of event for option purchased. Final Sale, subject to https://www.groupon.com/legal/extraordinaryeventpolicy
  • Limit 3 per person, subject to ticket availability.
  • ADA seating cannot be guaranteed; contact box office prior to purchase for availability.
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