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Dennis Denenberg Meet The Author
Janet Taylor Lisle
September 22, 2006 from 1-1:30 p.m. (ET)
for Students in Grades 5-8
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From The Studio
The Writer's Black Hole
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It’s hard to put a label on Janet Taylor Lisle’s books.  From her latest publication, Black Duck, to her most critically acclaimed, Afternoon of the Elves, Lisle has an uncanny ability to convince readers that her blend of fantasy, mystery, and fiction are perfectly real.  On this live edition, Janet Taylor Lisle shared writing tips, explained how she mixes fact and fiction so successfully in her books, and of course, answered student questions about the writing process.  

Janet Taylor Lisle has written many books including The Crying Rocks, How I Became a Writer & Oggie Learned to Drive, and The Art of Keeping Cool.

Suggested Resources
  • Janet Taylor Lisle’s Home Page
    The author’s personal web site.
  • The Art of Keeping Cool Literature Circle Guide
    Scholastic Inc., guide to The Art of Keeping Cool