Dave Ellison was a writing teacher for 36 years, an educational columnist for 18, and the author of 4 books–none of which sold. In this humorous, self-deprecating (but ultimately quite serious) talk, Dave will share how a kid who hated to write ended up spending most of his life writing passionately, how he attempted to convince his students to believe they could and should write, too, and he’ll share a few poignant but silly anecdotes from his writing life.

He’ll end his talk by reading two short selections from his latest book, “Mexican Streets: Tales of Tragedy and Triumph.” He’ll be available afterward with copies to sign.