Whether writing a thrilling, plot-twisting mystery or an agent-on-the-case, these authors truly know how to keep readers on the edge of their seats. Tune in to hear them talk about key elements in writing the perfect crime.

Writing books for middle and high schoolers takes empathy, insight, relatable characters, humor, a dash of drama, and a whole lot more. Learn from these authors of fiction for tweens and teens as they discuss the full recipe for writing with this age group in mind.

Inventive and illustrative with their words, learn how these talented poets craft powerful and compelling work. Featuring poet Nana Lampton in conversation with Jeremy Paden, Caroline Randall Williams, and Leatha Kendrick about their latest collections.

Tune in to this fun, upbeat session, where children’s book author and illustrator Will Hillenbrand chats best tips and tricks to get kids of all ages excited about reading with these three talented picture book authors.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning authors will discuss their latest book, "Tightrope: Americans Reaching for Hope," with Deidra Dennie, Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion at Transylvania University. The book, now available in paperback, is described as "a plea—deeply personal and told through the lives of real Americans—to address the crisis in working-class America, while focusing on […]