I am a twice retired school teacher who just can’t keep out of the classroom. After 40+ years in the secondary classroom, I am back as a substitute teacher. I find the classroom environment and the association with kids keep me young. Over the years I taught junior high and high school students, as well as continuing education classes at a local junior college. I have taught students at both ends of the spectrum, tested for gains/losses in reading and math, coached mock trial, taught broadcast journalism, and ran two libraries – among other things.
At the ripe old age of 74, I discovered two things. First, I really enjoy writing. Second, there are people who like what I wrote. I got involved in NaNoWriMo and published my first book in January 2021. THE ALBUM: GROWING UP IN THE AGE OF INNOCENCE. It is mostly factual with some fiction about my life in Southern California from 1940 to 1964.
In June 2021, I decided to write the book I was meant to write. VANISHED: THE MARK DENNIS STORY was published in December 2021. Mark was my best friend in the Navy. He introduced me to my wife of nearly 54 years. We have two grown children and our son is one of five boys to be named in honor of Mark. The most satisfying aspect of this book is finding the answers I wanted the family needed.
[Both are available in paperback where ever you purchase your books. They are also available in digital format wherever you get your e-book]
Stay tuned as I share my journeys and side trips as a writer.
Steven Wilcox 