Beyond the Book

On a beige background with light images of books sits the title "Beyond the Book: Interviews, workshops, and presentations from your favorite authors." Below this sits a collection of muted color books, type writers, clocks, flowers, and old telephones

Ever wondered how your favorite authors got their start? Curious about their inspiration for their books? Looking for support in teaching popular titles in your class? Join Area 3 Writing Project as we connect our teaching community with their favorite authors. At the FREE one-hour zoom presentations, authors will share their insights on their books, genres, and writing in general. 

Upcoming Author Talks

The cover art of the book "Mamie Tape Fights to go to School" that features a Chinese American 8 year old girl in front of a old wood school house where four white children are entering with their white teacher

January 13, 2025 (4:00-5:00pm via zoom) - Traci Huahn

Traci is the author of "Mamie Tape Fights to go to School," which tells the little-known history of an 8-year-old Chinese American girl who fought for the right to attend school in the 1880s. Traci brings her love of writing and deep connection to Mamie's story to this beautifully illustrated and masterfully written picture book ideal for the elementary classroom. Her talk will feature a reading of the story, insight into her process as an author, and recommendations for incorporating the book into the classroom. Read more about Traci Huahn at https://www.tracihuahn.com/

Register at: https://bit.ly/A3WPAuthorTalkJan13