Acclaimed author Derrrk Barnes will participate in the upcoming National Black Writers Conference Biennial Symposium in 2025, focusing on Middle Grade (MG) and Young Adult (YA) speculative fiction. The event, taking place at Medgar Evers College, NYC, features a roundtable discussion where Barnes, alongside fellow authors, will cover developments in the genre that has evolved significantly over recent years. Barnes' notable works, including 'Victory. Stand!' and 'Crown,' have received multiple awards, underscoring his impact on Black literature for young readers. The symposium highlights contributions made by Black authors in MG and YA fiction.
Acclaimed author Derrick Barnes will be a featured panelist at the National Black Writers Conference 2025 Biennial Symposium, discussing the future of MG and YA fiction.
Barnes is known for books like 'Victory. Stand!' and 'Crown,' which have won numerous prestigious awards and contributed significantly to Young Adult and Middle Grade literature.
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