Writing and Publishing Young Adult Fiction

with Marsha Qualey (0.7 CEUs)

Are you an adult who is interested in writing and publishing fiction for the young adult (YA) audience? While definitions vary, the YA audience is typically made up of individuals 12-18 years of age.  In this workshop, you’ll discuss craft issues relevant to YA fiction, study master writers in the genre and take a close look at trends in publishing for this unique group.  Because a familiarity with quality YA fiction is critical to writing successfully for teens, all participants should read the following prior to the workshop: The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian (Sherman Alexie) and The Rules of Survival (Nancy Werlin).  Both texts are available in paper-back.  Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insight into the specialized techniques of writing for and about teens from an award-winning author of young adult fiction, as well as an insider's perspective on working with YA agents, editors, and publishers.

Date/Time/Location

Saturday, October 24, 2009
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
UW-Eau Claire Campus

Presenter

Marsha Qualey is the author of nine published young adult novels and is an Assistant Professor for Hamline University’s Master of Fine Arts in Writing for Children and Young Adults.  Her books have been cited on several Best of the Year Lists, including the American Library Association (ALA) Best Books for Young Adults, ALA Quick Picks for Reluctant readers, ALA Teens Top Ten master list, ALA Popular Paperbacks, International Reading Association’s Reader’s Choice, New York Public Library’s Books for the Teen Age, and School Library Journal’s Best Books of the Year.

Fee

$95 per person

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Transfers and Cancellations
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