Tracey Adams, Beth Revis, Snow Wildsmith, Lois Moss, Carrie Ryan Hosted by the newly formed chapter of the Women's National Book Association, last week's YA Literature panel packed in a lively group of young adult and middle grade writers. The panel was ably moderated by Snow Wildsmith, former teen librarian, writer, and book reviewer; her questions about… Continue reading The Rise of the Young Adult Novel- YA Literature Panel Discussion
If you live in or near Charlotte, NC and you're interested in writing for teens, then mark your calendar for the free panel, "The Rise of the Young Adult Novel" sponsored by the Women's National Book Association. When: Tuesday, Februrary 15 from 6:30-8 Where: Quail Hollow Estates Club House. 7301 Quail Meadow Lane, right off Park/Johnston Road. Who:… Continue reading Young Adult Literature Panel
For years my children and I enjoyed attending Novello, the book festival that the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library held in downtown Charlotte. After they were too old to attend, I often worked the SCBWI booth which provided "word play" activities for children and information about writing for their parents. When my children were young Novello had been a one-day event; gradually it… Continue reading Keeping Novello Alive