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Books & Storytelling Free Virtual

Barks, Moos, Squeaks, and Coos: Writing from an Animal’s Point of View–A Middle Grade Fiction Panel!

July 21, 2021 - July 21, 2021 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Description

Hear three middle grade authors -- Evanston resident Carolyn Crimi (Secondhand Dogs) PJ Gardner (Horace & Bunwinkle) and Rina Heisel (Journey Beyond the Burrow) -- discuss the challenges, strategies and joys of writing books with animal protagonists. The program is geared to kids who love to read stories about animals, and the adults who are attempting to write them.

Event Cost: Free, register in advance

Event Times: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 8474468880

Website: http://www.thebookstall.com

Age recommendation: Late Elementary (4-5), Parents only, Tweens

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