What’s in your backpack? Probably a lot more inspiration than you think! Join author Kelly J. Baptist as she discusses her path to writing her debut novel, Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero. She’ll talk books, backpacks, and the need to “Be Better” every day, as Kobe Bryant has inspired her to be. Before watching Kelly’s presentation, check out an amazing video Kobe Bryant.

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Kelly J. Baptist, Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero