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02/24/09
Taylor Michie, 13, has enjoyed writing ever since he first learned how to shape letters. So, after the Volvo Ocean Race came to Baltimore in 2006, the Annapolis youth decided to write a story as his way of being part of the event. 
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Taylor Michie, an eighth-grade student at St. Mary’s Elementary School, has just published his first book, “Racing Winds” a story about a Puma-sponsored boat traveling around the world in the Volvo Ocean Race.Find Us On Facebook
What began as a short story project in fifth grade has become a 108-page book. The eighth-grader at St. Mary's Elementary School in Annapolis has just released his self-published book, "Racing Winds." "I've just always liked to write," Taylor said. "From when I could first write, I enjoyed it." "Racing Winds," published in early January, tells the...
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Taylor's book - 2009-02-24 14:29:42
The article says: "Taylor is hoping to get an ISBN number for his book so he can sell it in stores."
There's nothing tricky or difficult about getting an ISBN. All you need is a credit card.
Michael N. Marcus
http://bookmakingblog.blogspot.com/
http://www.SilverSandsBooks.com
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