Cordelia Jensen, author of Lilac and the Switchback (Holiday House), joins Matthew to talk about belonging, change, and always keeping in mind that you're writing a story.

Visit Cordelia Jensen online at www.cordeliajensen.com

Other helpful links:

• Cordelia Jensen at the Highlights Foundation

• Revising Your Novel in Verse: An Online Course - Ready to refine your verse novel? Join award-winning verse novelist Cordelia Jensen for an in-depth exploration of revision techniques—focusing on emotional arc, pacing, structure, and line edits—culminating in small-group poem workshops.

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Learn more about the Highlights Foundation and their upcoming programs by visiting www.highlightsfoundation.org.

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