Talking About Takeaways in Nonfiction - Class + Critique
August 29th, 2024 - September 12th, 2024
with Kirsten Larson
Writers signing up for this option will receive a ticket to the Talking About Takeaways in Nonfiction webinar plus a nonfiction picture book critique from Kirsten. You will post your work to the critique workspace by the critique deadline and Kirsten will return her comments to you within two weeks of the deadline.
<p>(it's okay to sign up for this critique even if you are signed up for an agent or editor workshop with us this winter)</p>
Notes
Who this workshop is for: <p>Nonfiction children's writers looking to explore takeaways in their work and who are interested in professional eyes on their story. <br></p>
Focus: Children's - Picture Books - Nonfiction
Group size: 5 writers
Submissions: <p>Participants will submit one NONFICTION picture book manuscript at the due date. </p><p>Picture books: your work can be up to 1200 words including any backmatter (which you may submit or not, up to you).</p><p>Chapter books, middle grade, or CB/MG graphic novels: submit up to 1200 words plus a 1-2 page synopsis so Kirsten has context when reviewing your project.</p>
Fee
Members: $80; Non-members: $110
About Kirsten Larson
Kirsten W. Larson is the author of the Orbis-Pictus Honor-winning The Fire of Stars: The Life and Brilliance of the Woman Who Discovered What Stars Are Made Of, as well as the craft book, Reimagining Your Nonfiction Picture Book. She has more books on the way, including This Is How You Know (a nonfiction picture book) and Light of Resistance (graphic nonfiction).
Schedule:
- Aug 15th, 1-2:15pm ET - Online Class*
- Aug 29th - Submissions due
- Sept 12th - Critiques due
*The webinar will be recorded and participants will have access for 30 days. Inked Voices members will have ongoing access in our webinars archive.