"It all started at Martin Elementary when our librarian, Ms. Karen Douresseau, inspired me to become an author. She helped me read above 5th grade level and continued encouraging me to achieve my goals. The entire campus became authors that year! I wrote my first book about a trip I took to Disney Land, "Best Vacation Ever!" Ms. Douresseau gave me the confidence needed and I went on to publish an inspirational book of poetry entitled, "Life Through My Eyes."