Meet the Process
A brief introduction to writing, publishing, and how a manuscript develops through revision.
For educators, schools, and families
Bring Storytelling Into the Classroom
A classroom visit about storytelling versus authoring can invite students beyond the finished-book experience: they can read thoughtfully, reflect, and see how reader response informs a novel in progress.
Young adult science fiction for readers ages 12-18
Classroom presentation
Storytelling vs. Authoring: 60 Minutes
Students explore the imaginative act of telling a story and the careful, revision-driven work of preparing it for readers through a standalone literacy experience that can lead into the optional beta-reader project.
Read & Analyze
Selected excerpts prompt students to consider clarity, pacing, character choices, and consequences.
Try Beta Reading
A guided mini beta-reader activity invites discussion and thoughtful student feedback.
Connected reading experience
From Classroom Session to Beta Reader
Participation can extend the lesson in two thoughtful stages.
New readers
Story Foundation
Chapters 1-11
Students enter the world and build the context needed for meaningful response.
View Foundation ReadingActive review
Beta Project
Chapters 12-20
Detailed questionnaires invite responses to the newest material under review.
View the Beta ProjectSchool-partnered model
Teacher-Guided and Flexible
The extended beta-reader opportunity is structured to fit a school's direction, timing, and approval process.
Optional Participation
Participation is voluntary and teacher-guided, using selected excerpts and guiding questions or prompts.
Flexible Timing
The experience may be time-limited, such as two to three weeks or within an English unit.
School Oversight
The school retains discretion over scope and implementation, with materials reviewed before student participation.
Educator perspectives
Classroom Reference & Materials Endorsement
Approved educator perspectives are shared below, including classroom response from the Grade 8-9 session and an educational materials review.
Classroom reference
Grade 8-9 Classroom Session
“Students were engaged throughout, asked thoughtful questions, and responded positively to the opportunity to hear directly about how a manuscript develops from idea to revision.”
Trevor Buller
Vice Principal, St. Carlo Acutis Legacy Academy
Based on the Grade 8-9 classroom session on writing, revision, and beta reading.
Materials review
Instructional Endorsement
“I would confidently support the use of these materials in an educational setting and view the project as a worthwhile opportunity to enhance student literacy and engagement.”
Darleen Keith, M.Ed.
Retired English Teacher, Ottawa-Carleton District School Board
Based on her review of instructional materials and selected manuscript excerpts.
Program details
Designed for Classroom Consideration
The current concept outline provides these starting details for educators evaluating the opportunity.
Audience
The school concept is designed for Grades 8-12; the novel is intended for readers ages 12-18.
Initial Visit
A one-hour classroom session includes selected excerpts, a guided activity, and student discussion.
Content Notes
No explicit language, sexual content, or graphic violence; themes include responsibility, decision-making, and community.
Inquiry Method
School inquiries, classroom-visit requests, and beta-reader coordination can be directed to:
Warren Stewart
HiddenLevelBooks@gmail.comSchool inquiries
Invite an Author Conversation
Classroom sessions are presented by Warren Stewart, the pen name of Warren S. Edis. School inquiries, classroom-visit requests, and beta-reader coordination can be directed to HiddenLevelBooks@gmail.com.
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