Are you eager to learn the ins and outs of writing and publishing for children, and are you somewhere near north Georgia? Whether your passion is picture books or novels, award-winning author Gail Langer Karwoski is the teacher for you.
On Saturday, April 17, and Sunday, April 18, Gail is offering The ABC's of Writing for Young Readers at the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation in Watkinsville, Ga. See www.ocaf.com under "Literary Arts" for workshop details, but here are the highlights:
Saturday April 17, 2010
9:00 AM-12:00 Noon
Part One: The Art and Business of Writing for Young Readers
(Everyone takes this session and then chooses from either one or both of Parts Two and Three)
Saturday April 17, 2010
1:30 - 4:30 PM
Part Two: Workshop - Crafting the Picture Book
Sunday April 18, 2010
1:30-4:30 PM
Part Three: Workshop - Crafting the Novel
Gail spent many years in the classroom before becoming a full-time author. Whether sharing a couch in a critique group or sharing an auditorium, she presents information clearly and takes the time to make sure it is understood.
Gail's nine books for young readers include nature-oriented picture books (her latest is RIVER BEDS), historical novels (such as QUAKE), and nonfiction. She has taught children's writing at the Southeastern Writers Association, the Sandhills Writers Conference, the Georgia Writers Association, SCBWI Southern Breeze conferences, and the Harriette Austin Conference. (Learn more about Gail at www.gailkarwoski.com)
Register for this workshop before the end of this week (!) by contacting OCAF at 706) 769-4565, or email info@ocaf.com
Fees:
OCAF Members - $100 for two sessions or $150 for all three
Non-members - $110 for two sessions or $160 for all three
If you are serious about your writing career, the investment will be well worth it.
On Saturday, April 17, and Sunday, April 18, Gail is offering The ABC's of Writing for Young Readers at the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation in Watkinsville, Ga. See www.ocaf.com under "Literary Arts" for workshop details, but here are the highlights:
Saturday April 17, 2010
9:00 AM-12:00 Noon
Part One: The Art and Business of Writing for Young Readers
(Everyone takes this session and then chooses from either one or both of Parts Two and Three)
Saturday April 17, 2010
1:30 - 4:30 PM
Part Two: Workshop - Crafting the Picture Book
Sunday April 18, 2010
1:30-4:30 PM
Part Three: Workshop - Crafting the Novel
Gail spent many years in the classroom before becoming a full-time author. Whether sharing a couch in a critique group or sharing an auditorium, she presents information clearly and takes the time to make sure it is understood.
Gail's nine books for young readers include nature-oriented picture books (her latest is RIVER BEDS), historical novels (such as QUAKE), and nonfiction. She has taught children's writing at the Southeastern Writers Association, the Sandhills Writers Conference, the Georgia Writers Association, SCBWI Southern Breeze conferences, and the Harriette Austin Conference. (Learn more about Gail at www.gailkarwoski.com)
Register for this workshop before the end of this week (!) by contacting OCAF at 706) 769-4565, or email info@ocaf.com
Fees:
OCAF Members - $100 for two sessions or $150 for all three
Non-members - $110 for two sessions or $160 for all three
If you are serious about your writing career, the investment will be well worth it.