Eric is a teacher of writing classes, a virtual workshop leader, a freelance editor and writing coach, and an employee at a library.
Eric is also featured in the queer middle grade short story anthology THIS IS OUR RAINBOW: 16 STORIES OF HER, HIM, THEM, AND US (Knopf). The books have also been translated into multiple languages. The first book was nominated to the Rainbow Book List for GLBTQ Books for Children and Teens. We will also use writing prompts to get you writing, hone your voice, and generate material.Įric Bell is the author of ALAN COLE IS NOT A COWARD (Katherine Tegen Books/HarperCollins, 2017) and ALAN COLE DOESN’T DANCE (Katherine Tegen Books/HarperCollins, 2018), two middle grade novels about a gay seventh grade boy dealing with bullies, crushes, the power of art, and coming out. How do you capture the voice and experiences of a child or teenager? Through a kidlit-centered lens, we will discuss writing fundamentals like characterization, setting, plot, and voice and read examples from modern MG and YA novels and analyze why they work so well. Writing a “young person’s novel” can seem so challenging. The class, perfect for those just starting out or with a book project already in progress, covers the craft of writing middle grade (intended for ages 8-12) and young adult (intended for ages 12+) novels. Apply by December 1st, 11:59pm, including for financial aid, using the link below.
If accepted, payment deadline is 12/14.Īpplications open November 14th. $400 with financial aid available to residents of Greater Philadelphia (Bucks, Camden, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties). Alan Cole starts out as a coward but doesn’t end as one in this harrowing but inspiring debut.The intensity of the family relationships is so effectively rendered that this book has the potential to appeal to older teens as well as a middle school audience. If you are having trouble finding the link to add a new thread, try this.
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