Who is Chadwick Gillenwater?
Chadwick Gillenwater (also known as Professor Watermelon) is an experienced school librarian, children’s book author and creative writing teacher. Along his journey, he has collected the essential tools to teach his students the elements of writing for children. He knows what makes characters memorable, he understands what makes scenes and settings captivating, and he has discovered what simmers and twists a good plot. As Professor Watermelon, Chadwick has written three middle grade novels. He is on the board of the Indiana Writers Center, and he lives in Indianapolis with his husband, two dogs and one bearded dragon. Find out more about his work at www.professorwatermelon.com.
(Photo by: Hadley “Tad” Fruits)
Feedback on Professor Watermelon from his website:
“Like a millennial Mister Rogers, Professor Watermelon leans in, excitedly nodding as the children reel off their ideas in rapid fire. Their words barely keep pace with the rush of thoughts swirling in their minds. A palpable enthusiasm gives the classroom a joyful energy and the “professor” a rockstar-like presence.” Jami Stall, No Mean City
Feedback from attendees of MWW21 (Chadwick was on our faculty sharing about writing Children’s literature):
“Professor Watermelon was brilliant and inspiring.”
“Professor Watermelon was the star of this day. Brilliant and inspirational.”
Chadwick will present the session, “Discussing Platform” Join the colorful persona “Professor Watermelon” to discuss how he created his platform and receive tips and tricks to develop your own.
Me Publishing Me is stocked with well-established and award-winning indie authors who have been through the trenches. They want to equip you with the tips, tricks, information and inspiration you’ll need to get you on track to producing your own books. Join us for this one-day, virtual event on Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 9:00am to 6:00pm EST.
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All attendees will receive available session materials and have access to the recordings for 90 days following the event
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“Wednesday Write-In with MWW” NEXT WEEK!
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The “Wednesday Write-In” is a 30-minute Zoom session, first Wednesday of the month, where we get together and WRITE.
It might seem weird to have the Brady-Bunch Zoom screen filled with people not talking to each other, but please trust me: It works. It creates an accountability; it creates a space where your sole purpose is to get words down on paper. I might allow for a *little* chit-chat 🙂
To accommodate people’s availability, we will alternate morning sessions and evening sessions. Let’s dedicate 30 minutes of our day, once a month, to generating words and developing our craft!
Look for the link in the newsletter the week before the Write-In, and the morning of
Have You Checked out MWW25?
Join us this July 10 – 12, 2024 at the Ball State Alumni Center in Muncie, Indiana—or virtually, from the comfort of your own computer—and see for yourself the wonderful things MWW has to offer! Scholarships available
All attendees will receive available session materials and have access to the recordings for 90 days following the event.
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Are You in a Writing Slump? Write With Us!
The “Wednesday Write-In with MWW” is a 30-minute Zoom session, first Wednesday of the month, where we get together and WRITE.
It might seem weird to have the Brady-Bunch Zoom screen filled with people not talking to each other, but please trust me: It works. It creates an accountability; it creates a space where your sole purpose is to get words down on paper. I might allow for a *little* chit-chat 🙂
To accommodate people’s availability, we will alternate morning sessions and evening sessions. Let’s dedicate 30 minutes of our day, once a month, to generating words and developing our craft!
Join us next Wednesday, March 5 at 7:00pm EST for a thirty-minute writing sprint–subscribe to our newsletter for the monthly link!
Success Stories
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Send your success stories to midwestwritersworkshop@gmail.com and we’ll post it on our website!
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