PBChat is a FREE community for picture book creators. Every other week there is a Twitter chat that starts at 9pm EDT. Participants can join the event live or participate hours, even days, later by using the hashtag, #PBChat. A series of graphics cards featuring questions are centered around a pre-selected topic, and participants respond to the questions and each other. These chats often feature giveaways of critiques and books. Leading picture book creators from all facets of the industry (agents, editors, authors, illustrators, and more) often join PBChat as featured guests, speaking with us for several hours for free. PBChat also offers a free, three-month annual mentorship program for picture book creators that takes place from August 1 – November 1st (applications open in June). In addition, the PBChat hashtag is used to feature interviews and giveaways, help connect potential critique partners, and discuss the craft and business of picture books.