Tuesday, April 24, 2018

Exciting Workshop News from K.L.Going & Clara + 2 Book Giveaway

Dear friends,

This is a THREE PART POST, so be sure to read through to the end!

First, K.L. Going and I are delighted to share the exciting news that Elayne Becker, from Tor Teen Books will be our special guest editor for Novel Beginnings 2018. Welcome aboard, Elayne! She looks delightful, doesn’t she?

Read about her here: Elayne Becker - The Official Manuscript Wish List Website

Elayne Becker. Forge BooksTor Teen, ... I want books that teach me something without being pedantic. . .
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2nd: Kelly and I wanted to share more about our upcoming workshop in June. Click on the link "NOVEL BEGINNINGS" for a closer look at sample daily schedules. 

NOVEL BEGINNINGS: BUILDING STRONG FOUNDATIONS FOR YOUR NOVEL AND YOUR CAREER
JUNE 21-24, 2018

Faculty: K.L. Going, Clara Gillow Clark  (If you don’t already know what we look like, you’ll find photos of us over at the Highlights Foundation webpage.)

KEY ELEMENTS OF THIS COURSE:

  • For anyone who is ready to start their novel, has a novel in progress or wants feedback on their finished novel.
  • You will be able to submit up to 50 pages of your manuscript, and faculty will give you both line comments and an editorial letter.
  • You will have a personal one-on-one critique with a faculty member.
  • There will be a session with a guest editor 
  • Faculty and guest presentations on plot, character, conflict, the publishing process and how to avoid common mistakes. 
There’s still time to sign up for our workshop, but the clock is ticking! Hurry over to the Highlights Foundation website and reserve your spot. Payment options are available as well as scholarships. 
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3rd: THE GIVEAWAY!!! Both Kelly and I are giving away an autographed copy of one of our titles. Most of you know the drill, but it’s a little different this time. No, you don’t have to be registered for our workshop for a chance to win. Simply leave a comment below about anything related to this post or simply stop by to say, “Hello!”  However, you’ll get more chances to win if you tweet the post, share it on FaceBook, Linked In, or Google+.  Please let us know in your comment if you’ve done any or all of the above to get those extra chances to win. 

Kelly is giving away a copy of her fantastic YA novel, King of the Screwups


Liam is a multifaceted and resilient character who ultimately learns how to be comfortable in his own skin with the help of his new, makeshift family. Going’s knack for defying stereotypes and creating memorable characters will not disappoint fans of Fat Kid Rules the World (Putnam, 2003) and Saint Iggy (Harcourt, 2006).--School Library Journal, starred review










And I’m giving away a copy of my MG novel, Hill Hawk Hattie, along with a book discussion guide and dolls: 
"The simple first-person narrative captures Hattie's rustic innocence, the thrilling rafting adventure, and the heartfelt struggle of a tough girl who feels useful to her father only in the role of a boy." — BOOKLIST (starred review)

Thank you, dear readers, for stopping by to join the celebration of writing and authors, editors and books! Thanks so much for showing your support by leaving a comment. The winners will be announced on May 8th.  ~Clara and Kelly

19 comments:

  1. Hi! So jealous of everyone who gets to attend your inspiring workshop. Hope to see you for the SCBWI retreat in May!

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    1. Thanks for your kind words, Tina! I sure wish you could be a part of our workshop. Just maybe I can stop by to see you at the SCBWI retreat. I’d like that very much.

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    2. Tina, I almost forgot--Your name is entered for a chance to win one of the titles in the giveaway!

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  2. Just shared on FB and twitter. I know workshop will be terrific. I've already ready Hattie books, but not Kelly's. Thanks for entering me!

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    1. Thanks for sharing on FB and Twiiter, Carol, and for your kind words. I’ll enter your name 3 times for a chance to win Kelly’s book.

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  3. I know it will be a fantastic workshop! You both rock!

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    1. That means so much coming from talented you, Kathy! Thanks for stopping by. Your name is entered to win an autographed book.

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  4. I'm coming to an earlier workshop in May. Wish I could go to all of the Highlights workshops. But before I come to one of yours, I'd have to write a longer work. Someday.....

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    1. The workshop offerings are all so tempting, aren’t they, Jilanne? Sounds as if you might have a novel idea percolating in your head.

      Thanks for stopping by! Your name is entered for a chance to win one of the titles.

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  5. I have been eyeing this course, but I'm still teaching that week. (Thanks a lot, snow days.) I met Clara at Summer Camp at the Barn, but I have yet to meet K.L. Going, though I've read some of her books. One day soon, I hope!

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    1. Oh, it would be wonderful if you could join us, Theresa! Drat those snow days. We’ll keep our fingers crossed for next year. Thanks for sharing with us. Your name is entered for a chance to win one of the titles.

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  6. I don't write novels, but still loved working with you at the Nuts and Bolts of Science Writing workshop! If I was working on a novel, I'd definitely be interested in this. Thanks for a great giveaway!

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    1. GREAT!!! Your name goes in THREE times for a chance to win!

      Thank you, Annette!

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  8. Thank you for your kind words, Annette. Love your posts about Laura Ingalls Wilder and the Little House books, which are dear childhood friends.

    And thank you, for stopping by! Your name is entered for a chance to win one of the books.

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  9. I'm so excited, Clara. I got assigned to 2nd grade and Hill Hawk Hattie is going to be a great fit for my higher readers. Will definitely need a set of 7 for my guided reading group. I almost took this workshop but decided to sign up for the early reader, early chapter book one since I have drafts of those already. Maybe next year!

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    1. Wow! That is exciting, Judie! The workshop you signed up for will be perfect for you. Of course, I’ll miss not seeing you, but maybe next year.

      Thanks so much for stopping by and for your kind words. Your name is entered for a chance to win the Hill Hawk Hattie book and doll set.

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  10. Best wishes for a successful workshop.

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    1. Thank you so much for your best wishes, Donna! You always touch my heart.

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