Getting Real in MG & YA Fiction: Writing with Honesty, Nuance, and Heart

How do writers of kidlit offer stories that are hopeful, but also probing and true? Five writers whose books reflect the challenges of growing up in a fractured, sometimes dangerous world share craft advice for exploring sensitive themes with authenticity and care. Panelists will discuss how their identities and experiences shape their work, how they approach research and sensitivity reading, and how they connect with today’s teen and tween readers.