Authors discuss writing crime fiction for middle-grade readers, focusing on the young sleuths they’ve created and the mentors who guide them. This session explores the unique challenges and rewards of crafting mysteries for pre-teen audiences, from age-appropriate stakes to characters that inspire curiosity, courage, and problem-solving.
How Indie Books Find Their Readers
Getting a book written is one challenge. Getting it into readers’ hands is another. Debra Gaskill, Kiersten Modglin, and Sonja Dewing explain how independent authors can navigate distribution options across digital, print, and audio formats. This session breaks down...
