Hi, I'm E Train. I'm a 6th grader who's loved reading for as long as I can remember! Join me as I read, review and connect with people in the book world, and travel through the magical land of stories! I'm on-board a fabulous book journey and you're welcome to come along with me! All Aboard the E Train!
Ever since I was two-and-a-half, I've been reading every book in my path, from biographies, to fantasy-fiction, to mysteries. But what exactly is my story?
My story begins in a reading nook, snuggling up close to my mom in bed, listening to her read and sing magical tales. Lullabies, storybooks, and songs by "The Beatles." Books, music, and kindness would become the cornerstone of my childhood. I remember rocking out to fun tunes by my favorite bands, singing my heart out with my ukulele in hand.
Fast forward a few years, and I'm playing the piano, gaming on my Xbox, singing in musicals, and shooting hoops. But no matter how many extracurricular activities I take part in, my love of reading never falters and my book journey continues to grow! In fact, quite shockingly to some, my book story took off in brand new directions during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Since the world basically shut down during the pandemic, and we were spending our days at home, my mom found ways for me to connect with the outside world through virtual book clubs. I started attending online middle grade book clubs and it was an incredible experience! During the pandemic and after, my book journey took me virtually to parts of Canada, all across the United States, and even Australia, all via zoom!
I've read countless books and spoken with amazing librarians from all over! I've met incredible authors, read fascinating books and I share my reading adventures on the "E Train Talks" Podcast! I'm sharing book joy with kids around the country and soon I'll be sharing books with schools and libraries from my ongoing book drive. I'm beyond grateful for this fantastic book journey and I hope you'll travel along with me, as my book journey is never ending. I invite you to meet authors, listen to book talks, and find your favorite next read on "E Train Talks!"
Feel free to subscribe to my website and follow my literacy adventure! You can also listen to my podcasts and hopefully get inspired to visit new worlds, meet new and interesting characters, and get lost in adventures in @ETrainsWorld.
E Train
In this video I talk about my pandemic story, and how Zoom changed my life!
I'm honored and proud to be highlighted in the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) March 2023 News and Review Newsletter. The AJL fosters access to information and research in all forms of media relating to all things Jewish! Thanks to the AJL for spot lighting Jewish authors and their stories!
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I'm thrilled to be featured in the July 22, 2022 issue of "The Week Junior!" The Week Junior is a weekly magazine geared at informing and inspiring kids from age 8 to 14.
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You can stream "E Train Talks" on Spotify, Anchor, and Apple Podcasts & you can watch my videos on my "E Train Talks" YouTube Channel. Most of my interviews & book reviews can be found on my website too!
I have lined up a number of amazing authors and book people to be interviewed on E Train Talks, so stay tuned! So far, I've been lucky enough to interview many of my bookish heroes, like Alan Gratz, James Ponti, Stuart Gibbs, Janae Marks, A.S. King and even Jerry Craft (to name a few)! And, soon I'll get to sit down virtually with the one-and-only Chris Grabenstein and Dan Gutman! Keep checking back or contact me to share your story!
If you're someone in the book world (author, librarian, publisher, Educator, fellow book enthusiast, etc.) or someone doing great things, like spreading kindness in your community, contact me to find out how to be featured on E Train Talks. etraintalks@gmail.com
I love visiting classrooms virtually and in person! Talking about stories and my podcast journey with other kids is so much fun! I want to share my love of reading with as many kids as I can! Sharing book smiles is the best! You can email me at: etraintalks@gmail.com to schedule a virtual or local in-person visit.
I'm on Twitter, "@ETrainsWorld" as well as on Instagram, "@ETrainTalks" You can also find my videos my "E Train Talks" YouTube channel and even on TicTok! My mom approves all my tweets & posts and looks over all my content, so always choose kindness when commenting or contacting me please!
I'm always happy to read and review new middle grade stories, and even picture books from time to time. Contact me and tell me know about your story. My reading stack is pretty tall these days, so it may take some time, but feel free to contact me.
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