A Peek Behind the Pages: How Books Get Written and Published (Ages 10-13)
In this fun and lively class for writers and readers, we'll learn all about what goes into writing a book and getting it published by a major pubisher.
What's included
2 live meetings
2 in-class hoursAssessment
Informal assessment through class discussion.Class Experience
In this fun and lively class, we will dive into how books get written and traditionally published. In session one, we will learn what goes into writing a book, from the seed of an idea to writing the first draft to final revisions. We'll discover how writers breathe life into characters, create plots, and build worlds that readers will fall in love with. Then, in session two, we will learn what it takes to get that book published with a major publisher and on the shelves in bookstores and libraries! We'll cover literary agents and what they do, how publishers choose which books to publish, how writers get paid, and lots more "behind the scenes" information for aspiring young writers!
Learning Goals
Students will learn the basics of what goes into writing and publishing the books they see on bookstore and library shelves.
Other Details
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2023
Teacher expertise and credentials
Ginny Myers Sain is the New York Times best-selling author of DARK AND SHALLOW LIES, SECRETS SO DEEP, and ONE LAST BREATH, all published by Penguin Random House/Penguin Teen. She also has more 20 years of experience teaching and directing young theatre artists and writers. Reviews
Live Group Class
$40
for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
60 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
6-18 learners per class
