Two young authors discuss plot twists. (Photos courtesy Deb Sherman)
The writers of tomorrow are already excelling today.
A group of young authors were honored at Thursday’s Coupeville School Board meeting, after they and teacher Deb Sherman presented the fruits of their work.
The longtime educator extolled the benefits of the program, and all it has accomplished under the guidance of first Susan Marchese, and then herself.
All three of Sherman’s sons, including board member Bryan, participated, and at least one of her grandchildren is currently involved in the program.
“This is my 20th year and I’m still loving it so much,” Deb Sherman said.
The 17 students in the current group, who hail from 4th and 5th grade, “want so badly to write,” said their teacher.
It showed, as the young authors talked about their stories, their inspirations, and their work.
Eldritch Black inspires the next generation.
They met acclaimed author Eldritch Black, who pens the “Weirdbey Island” book series — “It was a very cool and fun experience” said a student — and seem primed to take over the writing world themselves.
After listening to the blossoming scribes detail the plots of their own books, School Board president Morgan White summed it up nicely.
“Your storylines are so creative, and I wish I could read through all of them,” she said. “We’re so proud of you guys.”
They’re coming for the best sellers list.
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