Friday, May 11, 2007
Gail Karwoski Wins BOFA
Gail Karwoski's book Miracle: The True Story of the Wreck of the Sea Venture won this year's Beacon of Freedom Award. She visited Colonial Williamsburg where she received the award. Local children read six historical books (selected for excellence by the BOFA committee) and chose their favorite.
Rawls Byrd Elementary School student, Barrett Terrell presented the award. He is shown here with the author and Rawls Byrd Media Specialist Viky Pedigo.
The author received a warm welcome from local readers. These kids from Walsingham Academy even made a sign.
Gail Karwoski signed books and talked to readers.
Congralutations Gail!
To learn more about the winning book: http://www.darbycreekpublishing.com/cat_pages/miracle.htm
