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SUMMARY:So You Want to be a Children's Author with Kate Messner | Books on Third
DESCRIPTION:Join bestselling children’s author\, Kate Messner\, for a 90 minute crash course in kidlit basics. \n\n\n\n\nHave you ever dreamed of writing a book for young readers? \nJoin New York Times bestselling author Kate Messner for an engaging and inspiring look behind the scenes of writing for children and young adults. \nFrom picture books to graphic novels\, series fiction to nonfiction\, Kate has done it all—writing more than seventy award-winning books published by Random House\, Scholastic\, Bloomsbury\, Chronicle Books\, HarperCollins\, and more. \nIn this interactive workshop-style event\, Kate will: \n\nShare a crash course in kidlit basics\nOffer a peek into her research and revision process\nLead a mini writing workshop using her favorite brainstorming strategy\nAnswer your questions about writing\, editing\, and working with publishers\n\nWhether you’re just starting out or already working on a manuscript\, this is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the most respected voices in children’s literature. \nFollowing the program\, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase books and have them signed. \nCoffee and pastries are included with your ticket—come ready to learn\, write\, and be inspired. \nAbout the Author: \nNew York Times bestselling author Kate Messner is passionately curious and writes books for kids who wonder\, too. Her award-winning titles include beloved picture books like Over and Under the Wetland\, Over and Under the Coral Reef\, and The Whale’s Tale and the Otter’s Side of the Story\, as well as novels like The Trouble with Heroes and All the Answers. \nShe is also the author of graphic novels like Camp Monster\, chapter book series including Ranger in Time and Wildlife Rescue\, and the popular History Smashers graphic nonfiction series. \nA frequent speaker at conferences and schools around the world\, Kate connects with readers through her passion for storytelling and curiosity-driven learning. Her books are often selected for community-wide reading programs\, including One School\, One Book initiatives. \nBefore becoming a full-time writer\, Kate worked as a TV news reporter and spent fifteen years teaching middle school English. She now splits her time between Lake Champlain and Southwest Florida. When she’s not writing\, you’ll find her hiking\, kayaking\, birding\, or enjoying bubble tea with her mom. \nEvent Details:\n📅 April 27th\n⏰ 10-11:30 AM \nReserve a Spot  – Coffee and pastries included
URL:https://thirdstreetsouth.com/event/so-you-want-to-be-a-childrens-author-with-kate-messner-books-on-third/
LOCATION:Books on Third\, 1300 3rd St. S\, Balcony Boutiques\, Naples\, FL\, 34102\, United States
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