Not all heroes are purely good, and not all villains are entirely evil. In this session, authors explore the moral gray areas that define heroes and antiheroes, examining how complex motivations and flawed choices shape character and influence readers’ perceptions of right and wrong.
Writing Stories That Grow With Young Readers
Bev Irwin, Bonnie J. Doerr, Laurie Edwards, Patrice Lyle, and Shannon L. Brown explore the craft of writing for children and teens. This session covers voice, authenticity, series development, and how to create stories that evolve alongside young readers and keep them...




