February 2024

Talking About Takeaways in Nonfiction


<p>What makes an editor snap up a nonfiction book and readers return to it time and time again? In today’s competitive nonfiction market, books must make a point and offer a surprising take for young readers from page one. This 75-minute webinar will show you how to uncover the point you are trying to make and shape it into a strong takeaway that resonates with readers. You will receive a handout of prompts and exercises to help you shape your takeaway.<br></p>

Lecture replays are available after the free trial ends. To end your trial early, email brooke@inkedvoices.com .

About Lecturer

About Kirsten Larson

Kirsten W. Larson is the author of the Orbis-Pictus Honor-winning The Fire of Stars: The Life and Brilliance of the Woman Who Discovered What Stars Are Made Of, as well as the craft book, Reimagining Your Nonfiction Picture Book. She has more books on the way, including This Is How You Know (a nonfiction picture book) and Light of Resistance (graphic nonfiction).