Are you interested in becoming a children's book author or illustrator but not quite sure how to get started?

Join Surf Coast award-winning authors Kaye Baillie and Stef Gemmill alongside award-winning illustrator Luisa Gioffre-Suzuki to learn about how they got into the children's book industry - and the different paths you can take to achieve your goals.

If you're an emerging author or illustrator and dream of being picked up by a trade publisher this discussion is for you. The panellists will share industry secrets including the art of pitching your stories or portfolio, what publishers are looking for and how to get your work in front of them and the pros and cons of having an agent.

Saturday 22 June 10AM-12.30PM

The Light Box Torquay. 2/ 7-9 Cylinders Drive Torquay, VIC

Event by Surf Coast Shire Council

BOOKINGS: https://events.humanitix.com/secrets-to-getting-published

Free but booking essential.

Catering provided.