<p>In the fifth episode of Gotham Writers' Inside Writing, host Josh Sippie conducts a panel discussion with Middle Grade author Matthew Cody and literary agent Jim McCarthy. They discuss Middle Grade fiction and what kids are reading these days, how to balance the theme with the rest of the story, and what it means to write truly authentic tales for children.&nbsp;</p>

Inside Diversity In Publishing

Brought to you by Gotham Writers Workshop, Inside Writing gets you the inside scoop on the writing industry, from book to screen to stage. Each episode, host Josh Sippie interviews one or two creatives (writer, agent, editor, producer, director), every guest excelling within their endeavors. They discuss what works, what doesn't, and what you need to do to get closer to your goals.