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Organizer:
Russell Traughber
Asst. Organizers:
Gayle Carline, Gui, Julie Trask, Kate Buckley, Kathryn, MaryAnn, Michael Varma, Victory Crayne, Willa Strupat

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Introduction:
"I'm an author, educator, freelance writer and poet. I have several young adult novels published, the most notable a Junior Library Guild Selection. I've also been published in national and regional magazines and newspapers."
What inspires your writing?
"Life. Good books. "
What genre, or area of expertise, is your writing?
"Juvenile novels, adult short stories, poetry, nonfiction. Have taught writing and literature and done some journalism, too. SCBWI, PEN. Laguna Poets. Author awards: Juvenile Library Guild; San Diego Reading Association Award of Excellence. "
Who is your favorite author?
"Gary Paulsen, Richard Peck, Cormac McCarthy, Anne Tyler, Jack London, Virginia Woolf, Catherine Ryan Hyde and lots more. Envious of JK Rowling. "
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  • Do I really have to rave about a raving redhead. Raving madly for you. LOL

    Alex Nodopaka

  • I appreciate MaryAnn's direct insightful feedback and is quite comprehensive - just like her own writing style.

    Michael Varma