1.The year just keeps getting better for new, young author Sierra Blair – her latest book appearing in the iconic Atlantis resort and now high praise from high-ranking education officials.
“I hope that through her writing we would be able to motivate the young people in our school systems. One of our challenges is the capability within literacy(读写能力) and it is clear that the gift is there, it’s only a matter of exploring it so I’m very impressed and also grateful to her parents for encouraging her to take this very important step of publishing,” said Jeffrey Lloyd, Minister of Education during a one-on-one sit down and conversation. The young author caught media attention last year after publishing her first book on Amazon. The newest and independently published children’s book “Roman and the Pink Flamingos” is inspired by Sierra’s three-year-old brother, Roman.
“It’s frightening to bring something to the public that you’ve put a lot of work into and someone could very easily tear it apart or tease me, ‘It’s not good enough.’ Although I have my family and others in my corner, to meet persons in power and get a positive feedback from them makes me feel like I’m on the right path,” said Sierra.
During the conversation, the governor general Dame Pindling asked about the book and creative process involved(涉及) in bringing the series to life. She urged Sierra to not only write children’s fiction but to one day work deeper into the fabric (结构) of the nation, documenting what she observed. “She encouraged me in my creative pursuits and praised me for being independent in my professional development. I deeply enjoyed our conversation,” said Sierra.
Sierra wasn’t the only one to be moved by the visit.
1.What drove Sierra to write her latest book?
A.Her gift for literacy. B.Attention from the media.
C.Her little brother Roman. D.Her parents’ encouragement.
2.Why did Sierra feel afraid to bring something to the public?
A.Because others might laugh at her. B.Because she felt on the wrong way.
C.Because her family did not support her. D.Because her book was not good enough.
3.Which of the following can best describe Sierra?
A.Creative and inspiring. B.Independent and polite.
C.Determined and practical. D.Ambitious and sensitive.
4.What would the author probably write in the paragraph that follows?
A.Visit from another journalist. B.Stories behind Sierra’s books.
C.Sierra’s another popular book. D.Comments from another person.
