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Writer's Workshop - Finding Your Voice as a Children's Author
When: Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Where: The Urbana Free Library, 210 W Green St, Urbana — Urbana, IL
Price: Free
Learn about how to find your author's voice and connect kids to your stories.
Join local author Jennifer Hayes as she breaks down how to hook young readers and find your author's voice as a children's writer. Registration not required.
Any writer who wants more personal feedback from Jennifer can also register for the Writer's Critique Session and submit the first 1000 words of their work. Time slots are limited, so register today!
About the author: Jennifer Hayes is a children's writer and the author of the Jenny Figment series. Jennifer loves animals, especially pocket dragons, and has a passion for baking pinkerdoodles. She lives in Illinois with her husband, daughter, one cat, and two dogs—who sadly do not talk (though sometimes Jennifer imagines they do).
The Library is committed to making programs accessible for all. If you need an accommodation to attend a program, please let the Library know at least two weeks in advance. To request an accommodation, contact the Programming and Outreach Manager via email at programming@urbanafree.org or via phone at 217-367-4057.
https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/event/17255223
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