Letter-writing champs share their inspiration
From left: State Librarian Rand Simmons, Alison Amirault, Emily Cordero and Secretary Wyman. Amirault and Cordero are two of the state champs in this year’s Letters About Literature contest. Authors’ ability to inspire and connect with young readers was never more evident than during a ceremony at the Capitol honoring top contestants in this year’s Letters About Literature contest. Sponsored by the Washington State Library and the Library of Congress, the competition encourages students to write letters to their favorite…