Description
Our Mentor Text Book Clubs are where we all read a book together, and then have a discussion about it as writers.
For January we will be reading THEY BOTH DIE AT THE END by Adam Silvera.
Learning Objectives/Outcomes
As we're reading, let's pay attention to:
Pacing, i.e., the literal "ticking clock"
Multiple POVs and what they bring to the story
World-building
Structure
Writing style
Character development
Foreshadowing
Whatever elements you've identified for yourself as knowledge gaps for your own craft
The expectation is that you will have read the book before the meeting (or at least not be upset that you'll be spoiled 😉 ).
There is no expectation that you will enjoy this book, but come anyway! Even if you didn't love the book overall, discussing the craft elements can help you articulate what didn't work for you as a reader. Analyzing those aspects can strengthen your own writing by helping you recognize what to avoid or improve upon.
Who is this for?
Anyone writing a novel for young readers, including chapter books, middle grade, and young adult who wants to learn how to use published novels to improve their craft.
Format
An online presentation on Zoom with hands-on exercises and a Q&A at the end.
Price
$25
This event is FREE for members of the Crafting KidLit Coaching Program.
If you’re not a member:
Includes access to the live workshop and the recording for 30 days.
About the Presenter
Photo by Darcy Johnson
Nancy Tandon is a former speech/language pathologist and author of two middle grade novels, The Way I Say It (Charlesbridge, 2022) and The Ghost of Spruce Point (Aladdin, 2022). Nancy lives in Connecticut with her family and is a fan of popcorn, reading, and literacy outreach programs of all kinds.
You can purchase Nancy’s books through her preferred local indie: River Bend Bookshop in Glastonbury, CT.
Website: NancyTandon.com
Instagram: @_nancytandon_
Twitter: @nancytandon
