Young Writers Anthology 2017, 3rd ed.

Abstract

PROLOGUE “You can make anything by writing” C.S. Lewis By writing, everything is possible and ideas are as endless as our imagination, and this collection of writings is a proof of the quote above mentioned. There is much to say about the art of writing, however four words are needed to describe the assortment of relevant pieces shown in this Anthology: passion, devotion, encouragement and inspiration. It has been a nice surprise to see a number of “Digital “students interested in expressing their inner feelings and thoughts. The term digital native is becoming more and more popular among educators who are mostly digital immigrants and find hard if not impossible persuade XXI century students to keep on writing. I would like to recognize the Young Writers who took part in this project: students from high school who not only have given away their creativity but also their time, and now they want to share part of their inspiration, without their commitment this compilation wouldn’t have been possible, needless to mention the guidance and encouragement they had from the present and past teachers who once sowed the seed of hard work and inspired devoted students who now have turned into Young Writers. Despite the obstacles teachers might find along their way, it is a pleassure to see that XXI century students still love poetry, literture, and any way in which the can express part of their inspiration, I am totally sure that every single word printed in this document will transmit the power it has been given to convey the thoughts of its author. I feel so proud to be the one to introduce this piece of work. On behalf of Instituto Mexicano Madero, I really hope you enjoy this Anthology written by the best Young Writers. June 2017 Nefertiti Gonzàlez Valdez