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Last week, we compiled a list of M.F.A. programs geared specifically toward writing for children and young adults. Some of our wonderful readers added a few programs to the list in the comments of that post and gave personal feedback on their own experiences with M.F.A. programs. Today, we’re going to take a slight turn and talk about an educational writing resource that is FREE. Yes, you heard us right. FREE.
If you haven’t heard about the virtual summer writing camp author Kate Messner is offering, you will definitely want to stop by her blog. But first, a little bit about Kate from her website:
Kate Messner is an award-winning author whose books for kids have been New York Times Notable, Junior Library Guild, IndieBound, and Bank Street College of Education Best Books selections. The Brilliant Fall of Gianna Z. was the winner of the 2010 E.B. White Read Aloud Award for Older Readers. Kate also spent fifteen years teaching middle school and earned National Board Certification in 2006. She lives on Lake Champlain with her family and loves spending time outside, whether it’s kayaking in the summer or skating on the frozen lake when the temperatures drop. You can find Kate on Facebook and Twitter.While Kate’s inviting teachers and librarians to participate, all writers are welcome to follow along. Each week follows a recurring weekly schedule:
· Monday: Kate offers up a mini-lesson on something craft-related or on a topic that is challenging for writers. Think workshop topics. Week one’s lesson was about something we all struggle with- finding time to write.
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This sounds wonderful! Will spread the word.
Thanks for sharing about this. Sounds like a great opportunity.
Great. Sounds doable. Thanks for posting. I joined your blog via Google friend connect and followed it via Networked blogs. Would love a return of favor for my blog. It's http://www.thefatandtheskinnyonwellness.com/2012/06/why-i-appreciate-anthony-bourdain-at.html
You will need to scroll down, all the way down past some wonderful blogs you might be interested in and then find GFC and networked.
Thanks so much. Appreciate help from a fellow blogger and writer.
Ciao,
Carole
My June is nuts, but I'm off to bookmark this for July! Thanks for the tips :)
Sure, Natalie!
Thanks, Sheri! You're awesome. I keep blabbing to everyone I know about this great opportunity!
Thanks so much, Carole! Your support is tremendous.
Jemi, doesn't it seem like crazy time never ends? Hope the posts are helpful to you when you go back to them. I'm enjoying the camp so much!
This is GREAT! Share, and I'll do my best to keep up. What a generous support team you all are. Thanks.
Karen, soooo glad! Isn't Kate's effort huge? All her guest authors and illustrators astound me. The kid lit community is fabulous!
There is something beautiful about this kind of pay it forward action. Thanks for sharing this with us today.
Angela, couldn't agree more. Let's face it-- the road to publication is scary and difficult. When writers support one another like this, it's like having someone hold your hand during that process. Kid lit writers create such a sense of community with these types of acts. Love it!
I heard about this from Sheri. Thanks so much for telling us! I'll also spread the word :)
So glad you found out about it, Julie! Happy summer writing :)