Award Winning Author Derek Munson
to Visit Apollo Elementary in Renton, Washington
Award Winning Author Offers Creative Writing Workshops for Students

Renton, WA —Feb. 9 , 2009—Derek Munson, Award Winning Author of the Book Enemy Pie, will be visiting Apollo Elementary on February 19, 2009. “We are looking forward to meeting an award winning author who can share his enthusiasm for writing with students,” said Janet Randall, Apollo Elementary.

In addition to writing, Munson has been doing Enemy Pie Workshops and Presentations for children for more than six years. He has presented to more than 100,000 students at public schools, private schools and libraries. The book Enemy Pie, springs to life through Munson’s interactive presentations. His presentations include discussions on the subjects of creative writing, friendship and imagination.

Throughout our public schools, the current focus is on the importance of teaching writing strategies. With the recent reductions of many school art programs, getting artists and authors in front of students is a tremendous motivational tool.

ABOUT – Enemy Pie
It was the perfect summer. That is, until Jeremy Ross moved into the house down the street and became enemy number one. Luckily, dad has a surefire way to get rid of enemies - Enemy Pie. But one of the secret ingredients is spending an entire day with the enemy! In this funny yet endearing story, one little boy learns an effective recipe for turning a best enemy into a best friend. With charming illustrations that bring to life the difficulties and ultimate rewards of making new friends, enemy pie serves up a sweet lesson in friendship. Enemy Pie, as featured on Reading Rainbow. For more information, visit our website at http://www.enemypie.com or contact Michele Kophs, Event Coordinator, at 360.597.3432.

 

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