[Keely Panichelli]

Dear Mr. Korman,

I hope this message finds you well. My name is Keely Panichelli, and I am a middle school reading specialist at 21st Century Cyber Charter School in Pennsylvania.

This year, our entire middle school is participating in a One School, One Book initiative, and we have selected your novel Restart. Our students have been deeply engaged in Chase’s journey, and the themes of identity, empathy, second chances, and personal growth have sparked meaningful discussions across grade levels.

Because we are a cyber charter school serving students across the state, a virtual author visit would be a perfect and exciting opportunity for our learners. We would be honored to host you for a live virtual session on March 17th or March 18 where students could hear about your writing process, character development, and the inspiration behind Restart. We would also love to include time for student questions.

Our goal is to create a memorable literacy experience that reinforces both reading engagement and social-emotional learning. Your visit would make a tremendous impact on our students and help bring this shared reading experience to life.

If you are available for a virtual visit, we would be happy to work around your schedule and discuss honorarium details.

Thank you for considering our invitation. We truly appreciate the powerful stories you create for young readers and the meaningful conversations they inspire.

Warmly,
Keely Panichelli
Reading Specialist
21st Century Cyber Charter School

Hi, Keely,

Thanks for your inquiry. I'm on tour right now, and haven't much time to reply. Please send your request to my office address:

                                      [email protected] 

I'm not sure aout the dates you mention, as I have to be out of the country around that time. My office wil know for sure.

Thanks for your inteest in me and in RESTART.                                          -----Gordon Korman-----