Georgia Conference on Children's Literature
Introduction
As an integral part of Georgia’s literacy initiative for more than half a century, the Georgia Conference on Children’s Literature draws hundreds of teachers, school media specialists, public librarians, authors, illustrators, and children’s literature scholars from the Southeast and beyond. Join us for the 56th Georgia Conference where we’re sure to have an exciting line-up of keynote speakers, workshop sessions, and a diverse offering of break-out sessions.
The conference is closely connected to the Georgia Children’s Book Awards and the 2025 GCBA winners will be announced during the conference!
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The 58th Georgia Conference on Children’s Literature will only be held on Friday, March 19, 2027.
The University of Georgia is proud to partner with the Georgia Public Library Service to bring our keynote speakers Bess Kalb and Rob Harrell to this year’s conference.
For more than half a century, our conference has been working on bringing together writers, teachers, librarians, and media specialists, cherishing the tradition of shaping the future of children’s literature by fostering creativity, community, and a shared love of books. We invited you to explore the legacy and ongoing impact of this remarkable conference. Click below to read more about how it continues to inspire generations.
Celebrating Over 50 Years of Storytelling and Inspiration
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In the News
Check out this news article featuring stories of the conference from its origins to the present, along with its mission for future readers, teachers, and writers.Image Gallery
What Others Say
I love this conference! I always learn something and come away energized.
After a two-year absence from the conference, it was GREAT to be back! I am retired now but still LOVE to attend. It’s always inspiring to meet the authors and illustrators who are forever my HEROES!
Out of all the conferences I’ve attended, this one is the best! What other conferences is there a chance you will be on the elevator with an author/illustrator or even have one come to your table and sit down with you?