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Summer Events for Six Train

Posted on May 12, 2014 by Kourtney

  I’m taking a little breather from events in May to practice all my upcoming workshops and talks for this summer. And get some writing done. Then I will be back out on the road in June and July and … Continue reading →

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Writing Girls and Writing Emotional Truth: SCBWI Highlights

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Kourtney

At the Summer SCBWI conference, I attended Sara Shepard’s workshop on Issues Writing Girls. One of the most interesting points she raised had to deal with dating your books. And not in the going out for coffee sense. But rather … Continue reading →

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Surprises and Suspense: SCBWI Highlights

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Kourtney

Karen Cushman spoke to us about the importance of courting surprises in our writing. One of her best tips is “Don’t fear surprise, welcome it.” Sometimes we have no idea why something comes unbidden. But it’s okay to stray from … Continue reading →

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SCBWI Highlights: What Editors Do and First Page Dos and Don’ts

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Kourtney

This week, I thought I share some highlights from the workshops I attended at the 41 st Annual SCBWI Summer Conference in LA. Jordan Brown spoke to us about his list including what, how and why he publishes. Lately, I’ve … Continue reading →

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I’m going to LA in August

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Kourtney

I signed up for the 41st Annual International SCBWI Summer Conference in LA in August! So excited. For so many reasons. Firstly, SCBWI is an AMAZING organization. I can’t wait to attend the 4 day event. I grew so much … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Conferences/Events for Writers

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Kourtney

Here are some upcoming writing conferences in the Connecticut/New York area: CT FictionFest: May 14 in North Haven, CT open to all fiction writers. This year, they’re hosting 11 editors and agents who will hear your pitches in all categories, YA, Historical, Contemporary, Paranormal Romance and … Continue reading →

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