For more information, visithttp://www.childrensliteraturehi.org/ andhttps://www.facebook.com/CLH2014conference
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Susan Killeen
1570 Bertram St.
Honolulu, HI 96816
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Everything I Know About Writing Novels for Kids and How You Can Use it to Write Your Book
Rather than concentrate on one aspect of craft, Matt de la Peña will share his techniques for creating plot, mood, character, humor, description, angst, and more. You will have a chance to try out his techniques and by the end of the day you will have the seeds from which to grow your next novel. Don't miss your chance to learn from an award-winning author!
Hear what's trending in the world of children's books, polish your writing and/or illustration skills, meet other writers and illustrators, and take advantage of the option of having your work critiqued by a professional. In addition, Matt de la Peña will lead an optional, limited-attendance workshop to be held the day before the conference. Both days will be chock full of insider information that is sure to inspire both beginners and experienced writers and illustrators—and just might put you on the road to your first or next publication. Attend one or both days!
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Opihi are shellfish that live clinging to rocky shores in Hawaii. But Iki, the littlest opihi, seeks adventure in the open ocean. Will he ever join the other opihi and learn to "stick to it"? |
Print a Hawaiian Intertidal Zone coloring and identification sheet: Hawaii's intertidal zone is home to a variety of plants and animals that are well suited to the push and pull of tides. When the tide is low, rocks are exposed to the hot sun. Shellfish hug the rocks to keep moisture in. Some snails even have an operculum, a "door" that closes shut to prevent them from drying out. When the tide is high, rocks are submerged and fish, mollusks and other creatures emerge from crevices and hiding spots under rocks, free to roam. Some animals even prefer the spray zone, where waves constantly pound the shore. Plants and animals living in the intertidal zone must also adapt to drastic changes in temperature and the level of salt in the tide pools. Tide pools can be fun, but you must use caution when exploring. Always wear protective foot covering. Rocks can be slippery, so watch your step. Beware of animals, like urchins, that can be venomous. Avoid stepping on and destroying plants and coral. If you overturn a rock, replace it the way you found it so that the plants and animals beneath the rocks aren't exposed to sunlight and drying out. And NEVER turn your back to the waves! Always be mindful of the sea and all its creatures. | |
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"The submission portal, www.harpervoyagersubmissions.com, will be open from the 1st to the 14th of October 2012. The manuscripts will then be read and those most suited to the global Harper Voyager list will be selected jointly by editors in the USA, UK and Australia. Accepted submissions will benefit from the full publishing process: accepted manuscripts will be edited; and the finished titles will receive online marketing and sales support in World English markets.
Voyager will be seeking an array of adult and young adult speculative fiction for digital publication, but particularly novels written in the epic fantasy, science fiction, urban fantasy, horror, dystopia and supernatural genres. Submission guidelines and key information can be found at www.harpervoyagersubmissions.com."
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" Looking For Authors in Upcoming Hawaii Book! Become a published author in an upcoming book for worldwide e-distribution and print. Everyone is focused on 2012, politics and elections, economic issues, and what mainstream media is telling everyone about negativity. Hawaii Wellness Directory and Worth Grace Media are responding by partnering in a special creative collaboration to highlight messages of hope - for beyond 2012. Be a part of this opportunity to give your heartfelt message of encouragement, inspiration and guidance to people around the world.
DEADLINE-October 15th 2012
We are accepting 100 submissions to be featured and published in December 2012.
Five (5) judges will be reviewing entries to select the messages that move us the most. You must live in Hawaii part-time or full-time. Authors will receive ongoing support via networking throughout 2013 from HWD and WGM "
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Bryan Collier, Caldecott honor illustrator
Karen Cushman, Newbery Medal winning author
Tony DiTerlizzi , Author/illustrator of The Spiderwick Chronicles and Caldecott Honor recipient
Dan Gutman, Award-winning author
Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Medal Winner
Gary Schmidt, Two-time Newbery winner
Ruta Sepetys, Award-winning (including the Golden Kite Award) author of Shades of Gray
Sara Shepard, Author of the Pretty Little Liars and Lying Game Series
Deborah Underwood, Award-winning (including Crystal Kite Award) author
Clare Vanderpool, Newbery medal winner
-Access to all conference keynotes and workshops
-The Gala Party on Saturday night (includes dinner and a drink ticket)
-Ticket to the Golden Kite Luncheon on Sunday
-Attendance to the Friday night Portfolio Showcase and cocktail party
-Chance to sell your books at the PAL book sale on Friday (some restrictions apply)
-Tea and coffee each morning
-Free wireless in your room
A Manuscript or Portfolio Consultation
The Juried Portfolio Showcase
Two of the post-conference intensive workshops (Writers choose one of two including: 9 Agents, 1 Morning; 9 Agents, 1 Afternoon; Independent Publishing; Spitshine: Polishing your Novel; First Pages; Developing your Hook; Picture Books; Revising your MG/YA Novel and more to be announced! Illustrators can register for the all-day illustrator intensive, Writing for Illustrators.)
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This summer, July 9-13 we proudly will present the tenth Oregon Coast Children's Book Writers Workshop, www.occbww.com, in the exquisite Oregon coast town of Oceanside.
The instructors for the workshop will include five established children's book authors (between them, specializing in YA and middle school novels, picture books, non-fiction, magazine pieces, and poetry), two children's book editors from major houses (we have yet to sign our second editor), and one children's book agent. Summer Workshop 2012 promises to be our best yet because:
- The instructor-student ratio will be a maximum of one to seven (probably less)
- Each day you will meet with an instructor for at least one comprehensive consultation
- You can have one-on-one informal meetings with instructors each day as well
- Every student who wishes can have an anonymous first page manuscript critique by all eight instructors in front of the class
- We will offer at least twelve instructional lectures on various aspects of writing and publishing
- There will be two evening presentations by instructors
- Out-of-class consultations with instructors are available
- There will be at least two guest lectures/writing workshops
- There will be two wonderful parties (quite appropriate for friends, partners, spouses, children)
More and more of our students are publishing and signing with agents. If you are ambitious to publish a children's book (or simply adore children's books) this is the workshop for you. It will allow you to connect directly with authors, editors, agents who are active in the children's book business. If you go to the website and look under Evaluations, you'll see that it's received extraordinarily high praise (some listed below).
The course is available for graduate credit.
For complete information we welcome you to visit our website at www.occbww.com
There's a generous refund policy (described at the website) if you decide to register now and then later on change your mind.
Any questions, feel free to ask.
Oregon Coast Children's Book Writers Workshop
www.occbww.com
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