This week was the first ever Kids With Pens graphic novel camp, and we had a sensational time. The campers expressed emotions through color;

This group of goofballs was full of mischief and prodigious talent. When confronted with a writing prompt, they bounced with energy and enthusiasm. They never wanted to put down their pens. We heard about a colony of fried chicken sloths, a mariachi band of frogs and an owl, and a lonely toaster named Fred. I hope you enjoy their delightful work below. The Blue Stone By Evan Allbritton Soon, morning came. Timothy awoke and got out his beautiful stone. He still couldn’t compre

We had six amazing young writers in this camp. I kept having to extend the writing time because the girls wouldn't put down their pens! I heard about the continents being split and relocated in space, the ghost of a fire dancer, and a prince so hot that women who wanted to marry him would die of heat exhaustion. Please enjoy these stories. They are a small sample of the remarkable work that the campers created this week. _______________________________ Me and My Mom by Evan A

We had a small but talented group in Georgetown this June. These girls explored three act structure, metaphors, and how to create a dynamite opening. They wrote very serious and seriously funny pieces. I'm very proud of the work they produced in our five day workshop. My Name By Bridgette Barnard My name smells like the cool free air that rushes violently into the car when the windows are down. It smells like the cool rain in the fall, and the harsh heat in the summer. I inhe

Girls With Pens recently concluded a workshop at St. Andrew's Middle School. These girls were sharp, enthusiastic and full of beautiful writing. Please read their work below: _____________________________________ Beware, Children by Anna Jackson Huddle close to the fire. Warm your fingers and toes. Be a dear, Billy, and hold Suzie’s hand. My tale is sure to give her a fright. Beware, children, for I tell you now of a cold and dark night, and a little red hooded girl . . . fam