Join us to hear three in-depth keynote conversations with six amazing authors who share a passion for giving middle grade readers titles to love!

Dynamic duo Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver ("Alien Superstar" and "Hank Zipzer" series) discuss the benefits of using humor in children’s literature to explore self-identity and respect individual differences.

Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver

Bestselling authors Samira Ahmed (Love, Hate, & Other Filters and Internment) and Jasmine Warga (Other Words for Home) discuss the importance of honest storytelling and enduring hope.

Coauthors Renée Watson and Ellen Hagan (Watch Us Rise) discuss how encouraging young students to write can empower ALL kids and ensure their voices have value and are heard.

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