EFA members, learn more about volunteering at events such as book festivals and trade conferences in your area by visiting the Representing the EFA webpage.

The EFA defers to local public health guidelines regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) and the discretion of local coordinators in deciding to resume in-person meetings and events. For updates, please see the listings below or contact your local chapter.

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Western Chapters Talk with Author Wendelin Van Draanen

Online (Zoom)

The SF/Bay Area Chapter joins the Western EFA chapters for an interview styled presentation by childrenā€™s and YA author Wendelin Van Draanen. A Q&A will follow. Weā€™ll be talking about...

Western Chapters Talk with Author Wendelin Van Draanen

Online (Zoom)

Our chapterĀ joins the western EFA chapters for an interview styled presentation by childrenā€™s and YA author Wendelin Van Draanen. A Q&A will follow. Weā€™ll be talking about working with editors...

VA Chapter: Tea Time

Zoom

Let's talk about what challenges you have faced in the last few months to see how we can brainstorm to help out one another.

VA Chapter: Tea Time

Zoom

Let's talk about what challenges you have faced in the last few months to see how we can brainstorm to help out one another.

Cascadia Monthly Coffee Chat

Online (Zoom)

Note the change to an earlier time! It's that time againā€”the second Sunday of the month, and we're meeting to discuss what's been going on with our work, our learning,...

KidLit Chapter Book Club

Zoom Michigan, Select a Country:

Join us to discuss Dave Eggers' middle grade novel, The Eyes and the Impossible, a Newbery Medal winner.

Free

North Texas Chapter: November Virtual Coffee Hour

Online (Zoom)

Join the next coffee hourĀ atĀ 1 p.m. Wednesday, November 13, through Zoom. On the second Wednesday of each month, our members get together over coffee to talk editing and entrepreneurship. We...

Office Closed Monday April 8.

The EFA Offices will be closed Monday, April 8, 2024. We will reopen on Tuesday, April 9. Job postings, discussion list subscriptions, and other customer service requests may not be responded to until then.

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