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Hi-

I am the author of the young adult novel An Audience for
Einstein. One of my editors told me that someone mentioned
my book on Teachers.Net and suggested I introduce myself.
My novel has won several awards and has been assigned by a
number of schools. Most notably, both the South Carolina
Reading Initiative and the Providence, RI Teachers Union
have recommended my book.

I believe my novel covers some important topics students
should be discussing. We are seeing rapid advances being
made in genetic engineering, cloning, designer genes, and
other medical discoveries that are both fascinating and
frightening. The decisions yet to be made as to what we
should or shouldn’t do with our new knowledge will fall
mainly on the shoulders of the next generation- your
students. For those who are interested in using my novel
as a springboard to classroom discussion of these topics,
on my no...See More
Bobbi /blockquote>

Mark,

Your book sounds just wonderful. What age is the target
audience for your book?

On 1/18/08, Mark Wakely wrote:
> Hi-
>
> I am the author of the young adult novel An Audience for
> Einstein. One of my editors told me that someone
mentioned
> my book on Teache...See More
Mar 1, 2008
Mark Wakely /blockquote>

Hi Bobbi-

Thank you for your kind words.

I had intended my book for a high school audience, but a
surprising number of middle school teachers have assigned it.

My book seems especially popular as a summer read. Not sure
why that is, but I appreciate all the attention it has been
receiv...See More
Mar 2, 2008


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