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Cheryl Carpinello

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I am first and foremost a teacher. I taught high school English for 20 years. Nothing invigorates me more than guiding young minds in exploring themselves and the world around them. Introducing young people to the literature of the ages and the importance of the written word (even their own!)is a thrill that has never subsided.

And so today, I write for young readers (grades 3-6) and hope to capture their imaginations as they learn to love literature. I can think of no better vehicle to do this with than the eternal legend of King Arthur.

My first book Guinevere: On the Eve of Legend introduces young readers to Guinevere the girl as she struggles with growing up and fulfilling her destiny.

Guinevere is a finalist in the Colorado Author's League 2010 Awards in Book-Length Children's Fiction.

My second book Young Knights of the Round Table: The Kings' Ransom is currently in the editing stage. I have started posting it here to get preliminary feedback.

Guinevere: On the Eve of Legend is self-published and autographed copies are available on my Beyond Today website.

It is never to soon to introduce young readers to the Legend of King Arthur!

If you have a few spare moments, check out http://www.polkadotbanner.com - This is a great website for published authors. I would be honored if you would read my interview. Just click on the Featured button. Mine is the one about the teacher and King Arthur lore..

Good writing and reading!

favourite books

A Tale of Two Cities, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, The Odyssey, all Harry Potters, anything by the duo Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child, The Once and Future King

my websites

http://www.beyondtodayeducator.com     http://carpinelloswritingpages.blogspot.com

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Guinevere: On the Eve of Legen....

Cheryl Carpinello

At the dawn of Camelot, one young girl is about to take her place beside the greatest king in England's history.


At the dawn of Camelot, one young girl is about to take her place beside the greatest king in England’s history…. She is a mere child of twelve. But in these medieval days, this is the age when childish things must be put away and greater responsibilities accepted—all in preparation for a betrothal of marriage. For young Lady Guinevere, on the advent of her thirteenth Birth Day, the whole idea is quite unbearable. After all, what could be better than spending her youth playing with her best friend Cedwyn, roaming the grounds around the castle looking for mythical creatures or hunting rabbits? However, the wizard Merlyn—her teacher and friend—knows that destiny has a way of catching up with a person. His arrival sets in motion a series of events that will lead Guinevere to her destiny whether she is ready for it or not.

 

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Hi Cheryl, Can I get you to try my kids' book "History's Still a Mys....

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I wrote 674 days ago

HI Richard, Thanks for the backing of Guinevere and your kind comments. I just read through your first 3 chapters. I like the storyline so far and the teasers of what is to come. On my shelf. Good luck. Cheryl view book

I wrote 838 days ago

I've read through chapter 5, but I have to stop for now. Can't wait to see what Peter finds out! The beginning drew me right in. Have some ideas about what is going on. Will see if I'm right later on. You're so close to the top and this is a great story. I am putting it on my shelf! Cheryl view book

I wrote 841 days ago

Dago, Your descriptions are superb putting your readers immediately in your setting. Be careful that you do not become to entrenched with description. Give your reader action, especially in this first chapter. The rat is good. Make it more active by adding dialogue and speeding that section u... view book

I wrote 841 days ago

So far, I like your story. The first chapter grabs the reader and pulls them in. The 2nd chapter appears a bit long and maybe not all necessary at this point. Will read the rest later. Good topic. I do like your premise. I will put on my shelf for a while. Cheryl view book

I wrote 849 days ago

Well Steve, Took time to read through the first 4 chapters. Nice action and strong characters. The Prologue threw me though. Appears to have no connection with what I have read so far. Might want to think about making a connection sooner. I will read the rest a bit later. Good job so far.... view book

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