Visiting with Young Adult Authors

Gary Paulsen, author of HATCHET and many other stories of young adult adventures and survival, was a key speaker at the Sam Houston State University Young Adult/Children's Book Convention November 4th, 2006. Mrs. Martin was assigned to escort him to his various events and assist with book signing. He told amazing stories throughout the day. Other KCMS teachers also had the opportunity to meet Mr. Paulsen. This was an incredible opportunity; one that will be treasured and shared.


Pam Flowers, author of ALONE ACROSS THE ARCTIC and BIG ENOUGH ANNA, visited 6th graders.	Helen Hemphill, author of LONG GONE DADDY and RUNAROUND, visited 7th graders.

Scott Westerfeld (UGLIES and more)and Justine Larbalestier (MAGIC'S CHILD and more) sign books while Mrs. Martin and librarian friend, Mrs. Schauer, sneak a photo opportunity at TLA 2007.	E. Lockhart (AKA Emily Jenkins) author of THE BOYFRIEND LIST, book signing at TLA 2007.
Mark Mitchell, author of RAISING LA BELLE, visited the 7th graders. December 2007	Rickey Pittman, author of JIM LIMBER DAVIS and STORIES OF THE CONFEDERATE SOUTH, visited 8th graders. February 2008

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Gary Paulsen tells about his childhood.	Mrs. Martin and Gary Paulsen
Gary Paulsen is appreciative of Mrs. Martin's help	Mrs. Berglund and Gary Paulsen
Mrs. Braunstein and Gary Paulsen	Gary Paulsen explains how his books are all inspired by real events.