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I am a romantic at heart. I also am a retired English teacher with a love of King Arthur.
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Background
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I am first and foremost a teacher. Nothing invigorates me more than guiding young minds in exploring themselves and the world around them. Introducing young people to the literature of the ages and the importance of the written word (even their own!)is a thrill that has never subsided.
And so today, I write for young readers (grades 3-6) and hope to capture their imaginations as they learn to love literature. I can think of no better vehicle to do this with than the eternal legend of King Arthur.
My first book Guinevere: On the Eve of Legend introduces young readers to Guinevere the girl as she struggles with growing up and fulfilling her destiny. Guinevere: On the Eve of Legend is a finalist in the Colorado Author's League 2010 Top Hand Awards.
My second book Young Knights of the Round Table: The Kings' Ransom is a work-in-progress. It is the story of a prince, an orphan, and a blacksmith's apprentice who choose a dangerous path when they swear by the Knight’s oath to save an innocent man accused of murder and theft from death. Look for a preview later in 2010.
I am a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators and also belong to Colorado Authors' League.
Be sure to check out my blog. I am posting reviews of the 2011 Colorado Children's Book Award nominees!
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Birth Place
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Littleton, CO USA
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Accomplishments
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Who's Who's in America's Teachers 1999-2006
Alameda Teacher of the Year 2003-2004
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Additional Information
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I to do "Meet the Author" writing workshops for the Brownies and Juniors in the Colorado Girl Scouts. We hold the workshops in Denver, Loveland, and Colorado Springs.
I make author visits to elementary schools. We talk about the middle ages and start on their own medieval story right then. I have had audiences as small as 30 students and as large as 120!
I doing Medieval Writing Workshops for Foothills Recreation District in Colorado.
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Favorite Links
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Beyond Today
This is my personal web site. It has an expanded bio, listing of events, endorsements and reviews, ordering information for autographed copies, and soon will have an excerpt from Guinevere.
Carpinello's Writing Pages
This is my blog. I talk about reading and writing for reluctant kids. I review books for these kids and offer writing ideas for parents and teachers to use. I am currently reviewing 2011 Colorado Children's Book Award nominees.
Guinevere: On the Eve of Legend
This is my web site from my publisher with purchase info from Amazon and Barnes & Noble, e-book purchase, and part of the first chapter.
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