Amy Makechnie
Author of books for children of all ages
About Amy
Hello! My name is Amy Makechnie and I am the author of the middle grade novels The Unforgettable Guinevere St. Clair (a Goodreads Choice Nominee and recently optioned for a television series) and Ten Thousand Tries, both of which received multiple starred reviews and have been on numerous state and “best of” book lists. My most recent novel, The McNifficents was New Hampshire’s 2024 Great Reads for Kids selection for the National Book Festival in Washington D.C. I teach English to ninth graders, am currently serving as a book ambassador for CLIF (Children’s Literacy Foundation), visiting schools across the states of Vermont and New Hampshire. I'm also currently enrolled in Hamline University to receive my MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults (I really like books - and kids)!
Books
Visit formats
What a visit includes
Presentations are typically 45-60 minutes (though we can go longer if you are looking for half-day writing workshops). Presentations can include, but are not limited to: read alouds, the writing process, from book to publication, crafting memorable characters, Q&A, science and disease (heart and/or lung dissection optional!) and using real life to write fantastic fiction.
Fees vary by format, travel, and your school's needs. Reach out directly for a quote and open dates.
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