Q&A with Jefferson Smith discussion

Discussion about my writing process and the tools I use. In addition to using traditional tools, I use a lot of unconventional tools as well. And better yet, I even WRITE new tools of my own, as part of my academic research, trying to find cool ways to make myself (and hopefully other writers) more productive.

I like to engage school kids in my writing process. I worked with about 100 kids from grades 7 thru 10 on Strange Places at several local area schools. Most of that was done as part of the English or Language Arts class, but some was also done as part of the Art class.

If you're a teacher, I'd love to hear some creative ways you would like to engage a writer in your classroom. And if you're a student, tell me a bit about what you would LOVE to hear/learn about how books come to be. Are you fascinated by the writing process? Editing? Cover design? Marketing and promotion?