To help get you in the Thanksgiving spirit, here’s something a little different from Shona Saunders, mom to Ethan (9) and Eli (4). “I’ve always been a storyteller and I love to write. I was trying to make this one a positive story, but it … Continue reading‘Chicken boy’ has the last laugh on Thanksgiving
“I write short stories, like action and science fiction. I’ve been doing it for about 10 years. I’ve probably written over 30 stories. When I’m writing, I kind of just lose myself in it.” What’s your favorite story? “It’s one I wrote called ‘The Champion.’ … Continue reading‘When I’m writing, I kind of just lose myself in it’
“The best writers that I’ve had in my classes are those who read a lot. Voraciously. I can always tell somebody who does not pick up a book and probably hasn’t in years. They are the weakest writers. They have trouble constructing sentences. “Just the … Continue readingIf you want to write well, you should read more
“I do worry about the future because I think people today tend to be a lot lazier than past generations, probably because so many things have come so easily to them. The only solution is an individual solution. “I see those people who may not … Continue readingPersonal drive can lead students to success
As another school year comes to a close, here’s a young student who seems pretty focused on her future. “I go to IMPACT Early College High School. By the time I graduate, I’ll have two years of college credit with my associate’s degree. I want … Continue readingGaining self-confidence helps future doctor
“I wouldn’t say writing comes easy for me. I’m not a natural writer. But I do think I know what quality writing looks like. So I can apply that to my own writing and to help others. “Through peer tutoring, I work with students through … Continue readingWriting tips key to communicating effectively
“We used to go to school together, but we just met up again recently after several years. It really was a surprise. He kind of just popped up out of nowhere.” “Rekindling the flame, I guess. We have some things in common. We like to … Continue readingWriters find a way back into each other’s lives
“I love writing. I’ve been writing stories since I was real young. I have these journals filled with stories. Right now I’m reworking the Harry Potter books and putting my own characters in it. One has my name, but it’s not really me. It’s like … Continue readingYoung writer enjoys creating her own worlds
“I write short fiction and have some stuff published, but I’m not the next Hemingway. “I’ve written a lot about reality TV, how it both reflects us and sort of sets a course for us. Early on I was looking at that shift to confessionalism, … Continue readingShe enjoys writing from a comic perspective
“I’m a retired school teacher. I taught 26 years, second and third grades, and have been working at our church’s child center with school-age children for another 10 years.” What’s one of the biggest changes you’ve seen in schools? “It bothers me that they’re no … Continue readingWhatever happened to cursive writing?