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Nonfiction Kidlit Confab 2023 Schedule

Posted on April 27, 2022April 24, 2023

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Book Review: Hooker Avenue by Jodé Millman

Posted on April 18, 2022April 15, 2022

By WB Intern Arub Butt Summary: HOOKER AVENUE is the second book in the Queen City Crimes series which sees the return of attorney Jessie Martin in upstate New York’s […]

Developing Characters Through Character Sheets

Posted on April 11, 2022April 11, 2022

By Senior Intern Katarina Rodriguez Let’s talk about characters! They can make or break a story. If you’re a creative writer who appreciates detail and would like to learn a […]

Success Story Interview with Annette Murray

Posted on March 14, 2022March 11, 2022

A round of applause for author and Writing Barn success story Annette Murray! She is gearing up for the release of her new picture book, ABC, What Do You See? […]

Book Review: THE PRINCE by Dinitia Smith

Posted on February 28, 2022February 28, 2022

By Writing Barn Intern Arub Butt Summary (courtesy of Simon & Schuster): A modern retelling of The Golden Bowl by Henry James for fans of Sally Rooney and Kate Atkinson. From their […]

What Are We Reading?

Posted on February 28, 2022March 4, 2022

If you’ve been searching for your next read, look no further! The team at the Writing Barn share what they’re currently reading to inspire your next bookstore trip. Play It […]

Black Writers That Broke Boundaries

Posted on February 15, 2022February 15, 2022

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By Writing Barn Intern Katarina Rodriguez While the celebration of black excellence continues this Black History Month, we’d love to shine a light on these writers whose works shaped the […]

Success Story Interview with Anne Wynter

Posted on January 24, 2022January 24, 2022

We are thrilled for author and Writing Barn success story Anne Wynter who is celebrating the release of two new board books, Hands On! and One Big Day. Anne was […]

The Best Gifts for Writers This Holiday Season

Posted on December 10, 2021December 13, 2021

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The Writing Barn’s 2021 Holiday Gift Guide is here! The holidays came quickly this year, and if you’re like us, there’s a writer on your list that still needs a […]

Indigenous Writers to Read and Celebrate

Posted on November 23, 2021April 7, 2022

By: Writing Barn Intern Katarina Rodriguez It’s Native American Heritage month, and to celebrate, we’re highlighting some incredible Indigenous writers. From authors to poets, here’s a list you absolutely have […]