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The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, formed in 1971 by a group of Los Angeles based writers for children, is the only international organization to offer a variety of services to people who write, illustrate, or share a vital interest in children’s literature. The SCBWI acts as a network for the exchange of knowledge between writers, illustrators, editors, publishers, agents, librarians, educators, booksellers and others involved with literature for young people. There are currently more than 19,000 members worldwide, in over 70 regions, making it the largest children's writing organization in the world.

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Q: An editor wrote that she saw promise in my manuscript & wants me to revise it. What should I do? PDF Print E-mail
A: "Revision is like wrestling with a demon, for almost anyone can write; but only writers know how to rewrite. It is this ability alone that turns the amateur into a professional." -- William Knott.

Keep in mind that a request for a revision not a promise of a contract. You might revise an entire novel and it is ultimately rejected. It's your call. Do you think the comments will make a better story? Then consider taking the suggestions to heart and revising. When you've received approval from your critique group, send it back to the editor who requested the revision and remind her that she asked to see a revision. If she still turns it down, you might have a better chance with it elsewhere.
 
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