Working with their peers\, writers will di scuss ways to make their work marketable\, whether it is to agents\, publi shers or readers. Writers will practice talking about their work succinctl y. The discussion will be moderated by a writer who has \;gone through the publishing process in the genre. This session will also allow writers to meet make connections with other writers.
\nKristin L. Gray writes picture books and novels for children in cluding: \;The Amelia Six: an Amelia Earhart Mystery\, an Ama zon editors&rsquo\; pick\, William Allen White Award nominee\, and Junior Library Guild selection\; and the forthcoming polar whodunit \;Mur der at Penguin Ranch. A retired nurse and student pilot\, Kristin ado res science\, aviation\, and stories with ghosts. She calls Fayetteville h ome and is rarely seen without her library card and most favorite book\, h er passport. \;
\nKate Hart is the author of \;After the Fall\, a young adult novel chosen by the Arkansas Center for the Boo k as a 2017 Arkansas Gem. Her writing has been featured in a number of ant hologies\, including Legendary Frybread Drive-In\, winner of the 2026 Michael L. Printz Award for Excellence in Young Adult Literature\, th e Odyssey Honor Award for Excellence in Audiobook Production\, &\; the American Indian Youth Literature Award for Best Young Adult Book. In her m any lives\, Kate has also served as a teacher and grant writer and pursues creatives ventures as a beadwork artist and co-owner of Natural State Tre ehouses.
\nThis session is part of our Publishing Pathways series \;for adults interested in writing and publishing their work\, including poetry\, ficti on\, non-fiction\, and journalistic writing of all lengths and styles. Joi n us to sharpen your skills\, connect with fellow writers\, and take the n ext step toward publication! \;
\nFor disability accommodati ons\, call 479.856.7250 or email \;questions@faylib.org \;2-3 weekdays before a program. Plan your visit by viewing our building map \;and details on accessibility services.
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