Anna Egan Smucker

I have conducted many, many author presentations all over the country, mostly about my books and about the writing process.  Probably the most popular part of any of my writing presentations is when I show original drafts of my books to both kids and adults in the audience.  I still have the original ratty piece of notebook paper I wrote my first draft of No Star Nights on.

The theme of my book/writing author presentations is "The Writing Process in Action"  It generally includes:

• A reading and discussion of my books from the first drafts to the published works
• The artists’ sketches, dummies, and the author’s rough drafts
• How to incorporate writing activities into your own life

I also give  writing workshops for students, teachers, and parents.

A recent testimonial from Diana S. Claydon of WV Read Aloud of Monongalia County (about one of my author presentations):  "Having experienced many author presentations and being myself a teacher, I have yet to see anyone who excels more in communicating her craft, motivating the next generation to find pleasure in writing and reading."

Feel free to call me at 304-842-6250