Everything MFA—and Michael Leali’s MFA in Writing for Young Readers Boot Camp
Anne-Marie sits down with middle grade author Michael Leali to talk everything MFA: what programs are out there, why you might want one, our MFA stories, how to apply, and Michael's new MFA in Writing for Young Readers Bootcamp, offered through University of San Francisco.
REGISTER FOR MFA BOOT CAMP, taught by Michael Leali
Things we talk about:
MFA Programs in writing for children
Vermont College of Fine Arts, MFA in WCYA
University of San Francisco, MFAY
Hamline University, MFAC
Simmons University
The New School
University of Reno, Nevada
Emerson College, Popular Fiction Writing and Publishing (YA track). We talk about this being a residential program, but this is a fully online program.
Anne-Marie's MFA application Critical Essay Part 1, Part 2
Another example of a critical essay-turned-KLC craft article on character motivation
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
SCBWI (Society for Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators), a volunteer-run international organization focused on children’s writing. There are two yearly conferences, online in June, and in person in NYC + virtual in February, that bring together the writing community, from pre-published authors to established authors to industry professionals. Regional organizations host gatherings and events, and you get access to all regions’ online offerings.
Find Michael at michaelleali.com.
Interested in finding more about working one-on-one with Michael or Anne-Marie? Email Anne-Marie at editor@kidlitcraft.com, and she'll point you in the right direction.
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