WriteGirl's 14th anthology features 190 L.A. stories from teen girls and their WriteGirl mentors, as well as writing tips and experiments for budding scribes. I'm proud to have a poem included. "Adios, Los Encinos," a look at how my hometown in the San Fernando Valley has changed since my childhood.

WriteGirl is a creative writing and mentoring organization that promotes creativity, critical thinking and leadership skills to empower teen girls. To empower your daughter and support an organization that is making a difference, please buy the book at WriteGirl.org. Thank you!