Middle Grade Author Panel : Santa Barbara Literary Festival

Sun May 03 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm UTC-07:00

Alhecama Theatre | Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Literary Festival
Publisher/HostSanta Barbara Literary Festival
Middle Grade Author Panel : Santa Barbara Literary Festival
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Bestselling middle authors share their adventures in Middle Grade Fiction.
About this Event

Join our panel of award-winning authors as they explore the dynamic world of middle grade literature—where protagonists navigate everything from everyday middle school drama to epic quests, all while figuring out who they are. This lively discussion will cover the joys and challenges of writing for this unique age group (ages 8-12) and the magic of finding the perfect book that serves as both a window and a mirror for young readers. Come with your questions for a session that's perfect for kids, families, and adults who love children's literature!


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Featuring:

Stuart Gibbs, author of Spy School, FunJungle, Charlie Thorne, Moon Base Alpha and Once Upon a Tim

Julie Buxbaum, author of Area Fifty One Files

Sarah Mlynowski, author of Whatever After

Morgan Matson, author of Firefly Summer

Moderated by , author of Green Eyes & Ham


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Alhecama Theatre, 215a East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, United States

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USD 0.00 to USD 39.11

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