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Picture Book Matchmaker

You must read this information about Picture Book Matchmaker prior to submitting an application to make sure you meet the eligibility requirements, even if you have pitched at an event in the past, as this information is subject to change.

How to apply for author-illustrators

By following our booking application instructions and providing us with all the requested information, you’ll give our assessors the details they need to find your potential perfect match among the attending publishers and agents.

  • Check the key dates listed on the event page for information about when booking applications will open. Booking applications will remain closed until the listed date and time.
  • Read the terms and conditions and eligibility requirements for Picture Book Matchmaker prior to lodging your booking application to make sure you meet the eligibility requirements and understand the application, assessment, and preparation process.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR AUTHOR-ILLUSTRATORS
  • Make sure you're an ASA member - this event is members-only. Not yet a member? Join us!
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  • Study the list of attending publishers and agents when it is published here on 3 February 2026 and:
  • Click the 'book now' button on the event page to complete your booking application. Depending on which device you are using, it will be located either to the right or the bottom of your screen. You will be asked to submit:
  • a written statement of max. 300 words (required);
  • a picture book storyboard with 300-word synopsis (required);
  • a completed, paginated manuscript to accompany that picture book storyboard (required); and
  • an illustrator portfolio (optional).
  • The booking application fee is $20. This fee covers the cost of external, professional assessment of your application materials.
  • After you have submitted your booking application, you will receive a receipt confirming payment of the application fee.
  • If you are offered a Picture Book Matchmaker pitch booking, you will be notified of the booking offer in the week of 30 March 2026. To confirm your booking, you will be asked to pay the $25 pitch fee.
  • Waitlist offers will also be issued via email from 30 March-16 April 2026.