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My Path To Publication & Tips to Finding Your Own Success

with debut author Alana Tyson

2024-01-13 13:00:00 2024-01-13 16:00:00 America/New_York My Path To Publication & Tips to Finding Your Own Success . James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Saturday, January 13
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-01-13 13:00:00 2024-01-13 16:00:00 America/New_York My Path To Publication & Tips to Finding Your Own Success . James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

Beth Patridge Meeting Room

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What to expect: 

Please join us for a write-in event led by Alana Tyson, debut author of the picture book "My Red, White and Blue". The program will consist of a 30-minute presentation by the author followed by time to work on your own writing projects. This program is hosted by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) and will take place at the James M Duncan Branch. 

About the author: 

Alana Tyson is the debut author of the picture book My Red, White and Blue, an American story that helps young readers find their voice and understand those of others. While she’s spent many years as a federal employee protecting national security, her love for telling stories keeps her grounded and connected to the literary space. Her forthcoming picture book, Devin’s Gift is slated for summer 2025. When she’s not cooking up kid stories, she’s managing her non-profit organization advocating for online influencers and content creators. Meanwhile, her two school-aged sons keep her academically engaged and full of story ideas. Visit her at: www.booksbyalana.com or Instagram & Twitter: @AlanaTheWriter. 

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Maker |

TAGS: | Writers | Writer | Workshop | Children's Book | Author |

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
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Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785
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Kayla Selsky
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