There is a first time for everything. While this is not the first time I’ve spoken to an elementary or middle grade class, it was the first time as an author. What a thrill! Mrs. Haggmark’s class of 5th and 6th graders, many of whom LOVE to write, shared the kind of stories they love to read and write and heard about my work. I passed along some tips on researching ideas and encouraged them to push through rewriting and to submit their own work. They inspired me!
A big thank you to Mrs. Haggmark and her class, and Librarian Mrs. Borden.
Linda G. Reed 