I briefly introduce some of the books I've written and discuss how I get my ideas. I tell children the story of how I became a writer in the fifth grade. I conclude by discussing the art of writing. If there is time, I may read a small portion of my novel The Very Real Ghost Book of Christina Rose . I always allow time for children to ask questions at the end of my presentation.
All presentations are suitable for children and adults.
I show about 40 slides. When there is enough time and interest, I also include slides which show the various parts of real castles, from the battlements to the oubliette. My fiction presentation This presentation is best for students in grades 3-12. I briefly introduce the novels I've written. I discuss how I became a writer and the role stories played in my life.