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Writing Workshop

How to Publish a Children's Book
2026-11-10 19:00:00 2026-11-10 20:00:00 America/New_York Writing Workshop Picture book author Debra Shumaker presents a high-level overview of the path to traditional publication for picture, middle grade and young adult books. Sterling Library - Meeting Room B

Tuesday, November 10
7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Sterling Library

Meeting Room B

Picture book author Debra Shumaker presents a high-level overview of the path to traditional publication for picture, middle grade and young adult books.

Writers of adult fiction may find some of the presented information useful as well.

Visit Debra Shumaker's website for more information. You can also find her on Instagram, Bluesky, and Pinterest under the handle @debrakshumaker.

Please visit and subscribe to our YouTube Channel - Loudoun County Public Library Online Programs - for more programs.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Education/Language |

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