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My Teen Advisory Board  group worked really hard to create this mini-movie about Christopher Golden's Soulless. We hope to promote reading, our TAB and the library district with this project. The kids read the book and then picked out their favorite pivotal scenes. I put them into a working script and then we cast roles. The kids memorized their lines--most of them playing multiple roles--created their own costumes and everything was shot at the Smoky Hill Library.

One of my BFF's and co-worker, Sheena Allee, helped me create the zombie make-up and the district's video wiz, Bob Bennhoff, was our cameraman and video editor. (We even made the poor guy bleed for real!) It was an incredibly fun and challenging group project with $0 budget. I bought all the make-up and the bottles of blood myself. LOL.

If that wasn't work enough, the kids decided to learn Michael Jackson's THRILLER dance for the closing credits. They're completely self taught! Because of the aforementioned $0 budget, we obviously could not use the actual music, but I think you'll recognize the iconic moves and Bob picked some killer music for us.

I couldn't be prouder of this group. They give me the greatest joy. Please watch the video, leave a comment on the YouTube page and feel free to share it. I want the kids recognized for their committment, creativity and talent. :)



P.S. -- Mr. Golden himself saw the video and said, "Fantastic work, everyone! :) My sons and I were grinning the whole time."

If you've ever wondered about the publishing process you might consider attending my From Page to Publication program this Thursday night at the Smoky Hill Library in Centennial, CO. The program is open to adults and teens. You can register for this free event at arapahoelibraries.org.

From Page to Publication

Event Type: Adults & Teens Date: 11/12/2009 Start Time: 7:00 PM End Time: 8:30 PM Description:  Terri Clark, author of Sleepless (HarperCollins), will demystify the publishing process. Learn about the many stages a manuscript goes through before it hits the shelves as a book - revisions, copy edits, line edits, etc. From page to publication, contract to book shelf, Terri will share her experience and answer questions from interested writers. Library: Smoky Hill Library Location: Smoky Hill Room A Registration Ends: 11/12/2009 at 7:00 PM Status: Openings