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Pippi Longstocking. Harry Potter. Diary of a Wimpy Kid. What do these books have in common, besides being highly popular? They are middle grade novels, meant for readers ages 8-12. In this class we will explore what it means to write for this age group.

Beginning writers are welcome, but all students will be asked to share the first pages of a work-in-progress. Suzanne promises to deliver laughter, inspiration and chocolate.

Instructor: Suzanne Selfors is a national bestselling author of over twenty books for young readers. She’s won the WA State Book Award, four Junior Library Guild Awards, an Amazon Best Children’s Book Award, and her novels have been included on numerous state award lists.  She’s written for Mattel, Dreamworks, Harper Collins, Bloomsbury, Little Brown and MacMillan.