Writing YA Beyond Age Labels

Categories: Craft | Writing | YA

Gregory Stout, Irene Schindler, Judy Lyn Gregg, Marco Patitucci, Roy Hiller, and Tilia Klebenov Jacobs dig into the heart of young adult fiction. They explore how themes of identity, agency, and belonging define YA stories and why the genre is about far more than age alone.

To access this content, please sign up as a member.

Check out these other resources:

Women Who Own the Page

Women Who Own the Page

Elaine Viets, joined by Andrew Mayne, Diane Vallere, Hillary Davidson, and James W. Ziskin, discuss how women are portrayed in mystery fiction. They explore empowerment, representation, and the balance between strength, intelligence, and authenticity in female...

Finding Meaning and Renewal Through the Writing Process

Finding Meaning and Renewal Through the Writing Process

John DeDakis leads a powerful exploration of grief and healing through writing. He guides participants in recognizing the emotions that loss awakens, discovering what grief can teach, and engaging in meaningful writing exercises that help transform pain into purpose.