2025


A DEDICATED EVENT TAILORED JUST FOR INDEPENDENT CHILDREN'S BOOK CREATORS ↓

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SLVR Children's Book Awards

CHILDREN'S BOOK

AWARDS & GALA

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2026 EVENT TICKETS

AVAILABLE NOW

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EVENT TICKET OPTIONS

Conference

from $360

  • Inspiring keynote presentation by beloved author Mem Fox

  • Learn from industry experts

  • Insider tips from traditional publishers

  • Connect with like-minded authors, illustrators, editors, and creatives

  • Prizes, Goodie Bags & exclusive discounts

  • Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea

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SLVR gala

From $180

  • Up to 3 book entries into the SLVR Children's Book Awards (entries now closed)

  • Delicious three-course dinner

  • Beer, wine, and soft drinks served all night

  • Book Awards presentation

  • Live entertainment by Dave Van Elst

  • Dancing, networking, and celebrating!

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conference + gala

from $500

  • Includes everything listed in both the Conference and Gala packages

  • Save when you buy both together in one ticket

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WITH THANKS TO OUR WONDERFUL

2025 EVENT PARTNERS

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