Author Sue Corbett has a great job—reading and writing children’s books. She also enjoys spreading news about good books through her syndicated column, Kids’ Books, and by speaking directly to students and parents. She has been the writer-in-residence at Waller Mill Elementary in Williamsburg, VA, an arts magnet school, and leads creative writing workshops for children, and the adults who write for them.

Student Presentations (Grades K through 8)

“Picture This” How an idea in a writer’s head becomes a book on the library’s shelf. (Grades K-5)

“Books Saved Me” How a reading habit laid the foundation for a career as a writer. (PowerPoint presentation for grades 3-8.)

Writer Workshops

“Character & Conflict” An in-depth examination of the basic elements of fiction—character, scene, dialogue, setting, theme and plot. (grades 4-12)

“So You Want To Write for Children?” An examination of trends in publishing for the aspiring children’s writer. (adults)

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