Boring, joyless and stale nonfiction is ancient history.

The new wave of kidlit nonfiction is filled with drama, excitement and unbridled creativity.

Want to get in on the fun?

Ready to write exciting nonfiction that resonates with today's editors, librarians, teachers and young readers?

Then grab a seat and let Patricia Newman show you how it's done.

On December 13th, an acclaimed nonfiction author will teach you how to develop a truly creative nonfiction voice, and take your place among today's innovative nonfiction writers.


If you still believe that nonfiction is no place for unbridled creativity, it's time to think again.

It's time to learn the new rules.

Many people believe fiction is about the heart and nonfiction is about the facts and nothing but the facts.

But they’re wrong.

Today’s children’s nonfiction is loaded with heart.

Nonfiction can tell a straightforward story or be poetic (or even experimental).

It can relate to everyday childhood experiences or it can bring to vivid life an event from the distant past. It can be almost anything, in fact — as long as it's all true.

Endless possibilities for real creativity are now part of the nonfiction world. But it only happens if you know how to present fascinating facts in a way that captures children’s attention and engages them throughout the book.

No More Boring Nonfiction! will teach you simple and proven ways to distill your research into a creative narrative thread or an inventive expository theme that resonates with kids and presents real-world information in an irresistible new way.

Meet Patricia Newman, the Sibert Medal honoree widely considered to be among the finest children's nonfiction authors working today.

On Wednesday, December 13th (with lifetime on-demand replay) we're offering a rare opportunity to learn the techniques she uses to create exciting, heart-filled nonfiction.

Join us for No More Boring Nonfiction! and start crafting nonfiction that fun to read - and to write.


During this 90+ minute workshop, Patricia will show you how to creatively approach any nonfiction topic, and create a truly modern, compelling and exciting nonfiction work.

These techniques are applicable to:

Biography

Nature & Science

History

Current Events

How-To

Magazine Features

...and just about any other nonfiction category!

If you write children's nonfiction — or are just considering it — this workshop is pure gold.

You'll develop your distinct creative voice that can unlock a rewarding and exciting career writing nonfiction for young readers.

We invite you to join us for:

No More Boring Nonfiction!

Create Nonfiction That's Fun to Read - and Fun to Write.

Your Instructor: Patricia Newman

Patricia Newman is an award-winning author of nonfiction books that inspire young readers seek connections to the real world. Her books have been welcomed in classrooms and libraries around the country.

Patricia is considered one of the best nonfiction authors writing for students in today's market.

Her award-winning titles include:

A River’s Gifts (ALA Notable Book; Orbis Pictus Award, Recommended; Kirkus Best Picture Books of 2002; The Best Children's Books of the Year by The Bank Street Center for Children's Literature; starred reviews in Kirkus and Booklist)

Planet Ocean (Orbis Pitus Award, Recommended; Outstanding Merit, Bank Street College Best Children’s Books of the Year; Green Earth Book Award Honor)

Sea Otter Heroes (Robert F. Sibert Honor, ALA Notable, Green Earth Book Award winner)

Eavesdropping on Elephants (Outstanding Science Trade Book, Bank Street Center for Children's Literature Best Children's Books of the Year)


Zoo Scientists to the Rescue (Eureka! Gold Award, Bank Street Center for Children's Literature Best Children's Books of the Year)


Plastic, Ahoy! (Green Earth Book Award, AAAS/Subaru Science Books and Film Prize, finalist)


Neema's Reason to Smile (Parents' Choice Recommended)

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Wednesday, December 13th

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  • 5 PM (Pacific)
  • 6 PM (Mountain)
  • 7 pm (Central)
  • 8 pm (Eastern)
  • Lifetime On-Demand Replay


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Wednesday, December 13th (with lifetime on-demand replay):

Unlock Your True Creative Voice for Modern Nonfiction.

On December 13th, join acclaimed children's nonfiction author Patricia Newman for a 90 minute+ workshop that will guide you through the process of developing a distinct creative voice for writing today's nonfiction.

In this comprehensive class you'll learn:

  • What "Creative Voice" really means, and why it's essential in today's nonfiction.
  • How to develop your creative voice and adapt it to multiple nonfiction categories.
  • Powerful creative techniques for deciding WHAT you want to say, and then HOW you're going to say it.
  • How to study mentor texts to learn the particular elements of authors' creative nonfiction voices, and see what resonates with you.
  • How to conduct research to support a creative approach to your subject.
  • Why - and how - authors can incorporate their own experience and personality in a modern nonfiction work.
  • How some of today's most successful nonfiction authors use these techniques in their work - including examples from acclaimed recent books, across the range of age group and subject matter.

...and much more.

That's a lot of powerful information in one workshop, and you can count on Patricia to make it all easy to follow and easy to put directly into action.

You'll also get a detailed, comprehensive PDF handout to accompany the session that you can refer to while on your journey. It includes a resource list, links to mentor texts and more.

It's going to be an fabulous workshop. So join us on December 13th (with next-day, on-demand replay).


This session is pure instruction, it's complete (nothing more to buy afterward) and nothing additional will be sold. 

Your purchase includes a PDF takeaway and lifetime access to the video replay.


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The cost for everything is just $47! Like any of our workshops, it will be among the best investments you make this year in developing your writing craft and career.

Please note — this special price is only for folks who register now. Once the class takes place and the recording is put up for sale to everyone else, the price will go up to $67. 

Even if you can't make it live, buying now will lock you in for the lifetime replay at this one-time-only price.

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