Year after year, the publishing industry sees tremendous success in the novels, nonfiction books, and comics that make up the Middle Grade category. With how nostalgic we can be about our own favourite reads from childhood, it makes sense that this category is so beloved by writers wanting to make a career out of writing and illustrating Middle Grade books. The ongoing success of Middle Grade has made it a competitive category, so it’s crucially important for writers to understand the current market for these books if they want to become a published author in this specific space.

There are many expectations surrounding content, narrative structure, and character development that go along with writing Middle Grade stories. If you’re hoping to become an author in this category, you should be seeking answers to the following questions: How can you make your project stand out in the crowded Middle Grade market? What kind of Middle Grade stories are editors looking to acquire at major publishing houses? What components make up a bestselling Middle Grade novel? How can you catch the attention of a literary agent with your Middle Grade pitch?

In Becoming a Middle Grade Author, Senior Literary Agent Maria Vicente covers the most important topics to keep in mind while writing and revising your Middle Grade project, as well as the process of writing a query letter that effectively pitches your book and entices literary agents. Webinar registration includes a live presentation, a Q&A session, and a critique of your query letter.