[Steven Tringali]

1. Good morning.  I am a retired high school science teacher from great neck South hs.  I taught for 28 years.   I presently do some sub work in the Southampton School district (Intermediate school).  While I have some time, I have decided to read more and I came ascetic your books after another teacher recommended you to me.  The first book I read was The Unteachables.   The second, arguing I just finished was Ungifted.  I just wanted to let you know that I am thoroughly enjoying your books and writing style.  Your writing is energetic and keeps you moving throughout.  I enjoy going from character to character.  The Unteachables does hit home because that happens all too often with teachers as they are approaching retirement, getting moved into a class that they haven’t taught their entire career.  Also working with the so called “Unteachables” and these kids then flock to you for more learning.   In your book Ungifted,  I must start off by acknowledging your my buddy Motch!  Note what are the chances that I select a book out of an entire school library, where you give credit to Motch?  That was so meant to be that I found that book, I immediately took a picture and sent it over to him, we had a good laugh.  I see his three kids in Robitics get so into their project and his Motch motivated them.  So far I’m 2 for 2 with your books, loving the story lines and you keeping the reader involved and thinking about what will be next throughout!  I’m note starting your book Hideout.  I have been informing the librarian here about your books, which she is going to start to read!  I told her she should get you into the school for a visit with the kids.  Thank you.   Steven Tringali

Hi, Steven. Thanks for reaching out! I'm thrilled that you've found my books via retirement (and Motch)! My wife is a teacher in the district and Motch was a coach and mentor to my older son back in the day.

It's such a coincidence that you've found my novels at this point. (I confess that you're not the demographic we aim for, but I'll take it!)

I hope my books continue to be a hit with you!

----------Gordon Korman----------