Events

11:00 – 12:00 PM  |  ROOM 201

Our Stories, Our Home: Filipino-American Authors on Writing for Kids

PANELISTS: Rachell Abalos, Tracy Badua, Jaimie Aurelio Trembley

MODERATOR: Monica Fernandez

With books spanning the entire kidlit spectrum, from picture book to YA, these authors will discuss how they weave cultural heritage and identity into their narratives, their thoughts on the immense joy and important responsibility of crafting stories for future generations, and the unique challenges and triumphs of writing for different age categories. The panel will offer extremely valuable advice to aspiring writers as well as deep dive into the world of Filipino-American literature.

SDWF schedule here.