VCFA Alumnus René Colato Laínez Releases New Children's Book

Vermont College of Fine Arts MFA in Writing for Children & Young Adults alumnus René Colato Laínez announced the release of his new picture book titled My Shoes and I. It tells the story of a young boy who is leaving his home in El Salvador for a new one in the United States. This work is illustrated by Fabricio Vanden Broeck and was published by Boyds Mill Press.

For more information visit René's website.

 

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"As a recent graduate of VCFA's MFA program and the post-graduate Picture Book Certificate Program, I can say that I have never looked back. In addition to the knowledge and life-long friendships I've gained as a result of my Vermont College experience, I've seen remarkable growth in my ability to teach the craft of writing to students. Without a doubt, Vermont College of Fine Arts' MFA program has made me a better writer and a better teacher."