Perfect Imperfection: Writing Flawed Characters

Newbery Award Winner Erin Entrada Kelly

Middle Grade Writers Group

Monday, March 18, 2024, 7-8:00 pm CT, Online

Register Free: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/middle-grade-writers-group-92339 

New York Times bestseller Erin Entrada Kelly is a master at writing flawed characters. Join us as she shares how she created the memorable characters in her award-winning books, and in her newest novel, THE FIRST STATE OF BEING.

Erin Entrada Kelly has received numerous awards and recognition for her work, including the 2018 Newbery Medal for HELLO, UNIVERSE, a 2021 Newbery Honor for WE DREAM OF SPACE, the 2023 NAIBA Book of the Year Award for THOSE KIDS FROM FAWN CREEK, the 2017 APALA Award for THE LAND OF FORGOTTEN GIRLS, and the 2016 Golden Kite Honor Award for BLACKBIRD FLY, among many other honors. She is also the author and illustrator of the MARISOL RAINEY collection. She teaches in the MFA programs at Hamline University and Rosemont College.

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#ErinEntradaKellyDayMarch18

You may already know that Erin is undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. And since she happens to have a book coming out, our writing community is rallying around and declaring #ErinEntradaKellyDayMarch18.

On that day, post a picture or video of yourself with her new book, THE FIRST STATE OF BEING, or any of her books. Post or read a favorite line or paragraph. Share other posts and wish everyone a happy Erin Entrada Kelly Day! Because with your help, it truly will be. Thank you!

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