# Event Details - **Event Name**: Young Writers Workshop with Margaret Peterson Haddix - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Interactive writing workshop for children ages 8-12 led by NY Times Bestselling children's author Margaret Peterson Haddix on 8/19/26.About this EventNew York Times bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix will present an interactive writing workshop for children ages 8-12 at the Liberty branch of the Delaware County District Library on September 19th.This ticketed event will take place from 1pm to 4pm. To allow time for more personalized feedback from the author for each child, enrollment in the workshop will be capped at 25 attendees.During the session, Haddix will lead the young writers in discussions and exercises related to plot, character, and setting, as well as helping them brainstorm about stories they want to create. Part of the time will also be dedicated to at least beginning to write those stories. Bound (blank) books will be provided for the young writers to use.Along with the workshop, Haddix will talk about her own journey to becoming the author of more than 50 traditionally published books for kids and teens. Her works include the Shadow Children series, the Missing series, the Greystone Secret series, and many stand-alones. Her books have won multiple state readers’ choice awards and the Edgar Award for Juvenile Mysteries and been translated into more than 20 languages. Some of her books will be available for purchase from Beanbag Books, and Haddix will be available to sign books for readers during her time at the library. About the AuthorMargaret Peterson Haddix grew up on a farm near Washington Court House, Ohio. She graduated from Miami University (of Ohio) with degrees in English/journalism, English/creative writing and history. Before her first book was published, she worked as a newspaper copy editor in Fort Wayne, Indiana; a newspaper reporter in Indianapolis; and a community college instructor and freelance writer in Danville, Illinois.She has since written 50 books for kids and teens, including Running Out of Time; Uprising; The School for Whatnots; the Greystone Secrets series; the Shadow Children series; the Missing series; The Mysteries of Trash and Treasure series; and The Palace Chronicles. She also wrote Into the Gauntlet, the tenth book in the 39 Clues series. Her books have been honored with New York Times bestseller status, an Edgar Allan Poe Award for best juvenile mystery; the International Reading Association’s Children’s Book Award; American Library Association Best Book and Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers notations; and numerous state reader’s choice awards. They have also been translated into more than twenty different languages.Haddix and her husband, Doug, now live in Columbus, Ohio. They are the parents of two grown kids. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/2c0f8820-a3cb-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w508-h740-dc481818-gmir.jpg Agenda🕑: 01:00 PM - 03:30 PMWorkshop with Margaret Peterson HaddixInfo: Haddix will talk about her own background as a writer and guide the workshop participants in understanding basic concepts of storytelling, and then beginning to write a book of their own.🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PMBook Signing - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/powell/young-writers-workshop-with-margaret-peterson-haddix/100001997993290717 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, kids, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - door_time: 2026-09-19T16:45:00Z - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Liberty Branch Library - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 39.19, max: 39.19, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Powell - **state**: OH - **country**: United States - **location**: Liberty Branch Library - **lat**: 40.1975784 - **long**: -83.11119599999999 - **full address**: Liberty Branch Library, Liberty Branch Library, Powell, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Young Writers Workshop with Margaret Peterson Haddix - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0f7dd95dc395285c5391719656376278c95ba03d4d1a0c0b451a015d4a30ccbb-rimg-w1200-h530-dc080808-gmir.png?v=1786778289 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Young Writers Workshop with Margaret Peterson Haddix being held? - **A:** Young Writers Workshop with Margaret Peterson Haddix takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Liberty Branch Library, Liberty Branch Library, Powell, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Young Writers Workshop with Margaret Peterson Haddix? - **A:** Young Writers Workshop with Margaret Peterson Haddix is organized by Friends of the Delaware County District Library. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Young Writers Workshop with Margaret Peterson Haddix is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Powell, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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