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NEF/RILINK Summer Conference 2017: Day Two Keynote Address

August 9: Day Two - Keynote Address*
9:00 - 9:45
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View session descriptions here.
View the conference schedule overview here.

Feel free to take notes--registration will be a separate process at the end.
Early registration available through June 30  Registration closes July 17

*Session presenters, offerings, locations, and/or schedule are subject to change

The Life of an Author Tackling Taboo Topics Through Literature 
Presented by Adam Gidwitz

Adam will describe his experience transitioning from teacher to author.  He will share the discoveries he has made and the challenges he has faced when it comes to tackling taboo topics such as religious persecution in his novels for children.