Workshop: for kaituhi reo Māori to develop their skills writing picture book stories in te reo Māori
Wednesday, 18th June 2025 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Zoom
The Māori Literature Trust and Huia Publishers will be running a Māori language workshop via Zoom next Wednesday, 18 June 10:00 — 2:30 p.m. for kaituhi reo Māori to develop their skills writing picture book stories in te reo Māori. This will be facilitated by award-winning author Pania Tahau-Hodges (Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Tūhoe), and award-winning translator Kawata Teepa (Tūhoe, Te Whakatōhea).
Topics covered include:
- What makes a good picture book?
- How to develop character, setting and plot,
- How text, image and design complement each other
- How to layout the first draft
There will also be an opportunity to discuss ideas for manuscripts those attending have and/or are working on. RSVP via this link to secure your place