Spring 2025 Cohort
These are the amazing young authors who have the distinction of being "The Original Early Scribes". If the last one looks a little on the younger side, it’s because he is. Our Founder's grandson wouldn’t let the program go on without him writing a book too, so we made him our “honorary” Early Scribe.
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Special thanks to Raysa Suarez Williams (@raysasuarezwilliams) for the cohort photos.
Anna Williams Suarez
Age 13 (when published)
Niko, a bored and lonely little dinosaur, is tired of his quiet home on his own planet. So, he decides to go on an exciting adventure to explore the neighboring planets! As Niko travels through space, he meets all sorts of fun and interesting characters—each with their own stories to tell about the planets they live on. Along the way, Niko learns about the history of these faraway lands and discovers that there’s so much more to see and learn than he ever imagined. With each new adventure, Niko finds that the universe is full of surprises!
Brianna Davis Age 14 (when published)
Lilian Willis loves to paint, and she learned everything she knows from her Grandma Liona, who, in her eyes, is the best painter in the world! They spent hours together, creating colorful masterpieces and sharing laughs. But when something unexpected happens, Lilian loses her love for painting. She feels sad and doesn’t know how to get her passion back. With help from a little visitor, Lilian learns to tap into her memories of Grandma Liona and discovers that sometimes, you have to look deep inside to find your spark again. Will she rediscover the colors of joy and creativity once more?
Houston Galloway
Age 11 (when published)
Thirteen-year-old Marcus Shanks is just an ordinary kid, until he discovers something terrifying about a popular new pair of eyeglasses that are flying off the shelves. These glasses aren’t just a fashion statement—they’re designed with a secret technology that can take over people’s minds. As the glasses gain more popularity, Marcus learns that a dangerous force is using them to manipulate the masses. With the clock ticking, Marcus is thrust into a race against time to find the hidden lab where these glasses were created and uncover the mastermind behind the plot. Armed with nothing but his wits and a small window of time, Marcus must outsmart the devious tech genius at play and stop the world from falling under the control of a mind-altering revolution. Will he be able to save the world before it’s too late?
Jarely Bonilla Age 12 (when published)
One day, the sun suddenly stops shining, and the moon won’t go away—it stays in the sky all day and night! The world is confused, and everything feels off. But two homeless teens, Stella and Atlas, discover that the stars have a special story to tell. It’s up to Stella and Atlas, with the stars as their guide, to find a way to bring the sun and the moon back into the right balance. Along the way, they’ll face challenges, solve mysteries, and learn that even the smallest heroes can make a big difference. Can they save the Earth before it’s too late? The stars hold the key!
MacKenzie Knight Age 10 (when published)
Devon is a senior on his high school basketball team, but he’s always been a benchwarmer. This is his last chance to show his coach what he’s made of and earn a starting position. Devon dreams of playing college basketball and, one day, reaching the NBA. With hard work, determination, and a lot of practice, he sets out to prove that he’s got what it takes to make his dreams come true. Will Devon get the chance to shine on the court and take the first step toward his big goals?
Konnor Hairston
Age 6 (when published)
One night, a young boy dreams of playing basketball with the NBA’s greatest stars. When he wakes up, he realizes something important—that no matter what the world says, he already has the “real” greatness inside.
