I started teaching a writing course at the new Richmond city jail, properly known as the Richmond Justice Center. I have thirteen inmates in my class, all men, ages 61 to late twenties, and the course lasts ten weeks. After that, I’ll repeat the same format for the female inmates. I wasn’t sure what to expect as far as ability, but the men are all very appreciative and eager to learn. This isn’t a class with grades or tests. My goal is that each student will improve his writing so that he’ll become a little more eligible for a job when he gets out. We’ll see how it goes.
About Me
I'm an Army brat who has lived in Virginia most of my adult life. I received my BA and MA in history from the College of William and Mary and taught American history and museum studies at Virginia Commonwealth University for thirteen years. I am the author of 200 magazine articles, most on history, travel, and business topics, 15 nonfiction books, and 9 historical mysteries.
On Monday, I went to jail. 
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