Writers' Club: Writing Children's Picture Books. In-Person
Are you a writer? Whether or not you’re published, you can benefit from this supportive writer’s group. Listen to informative talks on a variety of writing-related topics and meet other writers and aspiring writers. For ages 13+.
Ever dreamed of writing a children’s picture book? Wondering how to break into the children’s publishing world?
In this practical workshop, you’ll learn how to:
• Spark story ideas that connect with young readers
• Shape your manuscript with the right picture book structure and pacing
• Understand today’s children’s publishing landscape and where your story fits
• Query agents and submit your work with confidence
This free Williamsburg Regional Library workshop is presented by Korena Di Roma Howley, author of Sarang Saves the School, which is a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection. Her second picture book is coming in 2026 from Candlewick Press. The workshop is led by Brian Forrester, the author of two young adult novels and an award-winning copywriter for a Williamsburg marketing agency. His most recent book is the YA fantasy Color The Sky With Song.
- Date:
- Sunday, November 16, 2025 Show more dates
- Time:
- 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Room 127
- Building:
- Stryker Center (412 North Boundary Street)
- Audience:
- Adults Age 19 or older Young Adult Ages 12-18
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- Workshops