Edited by writer and activist, Jael Richardson, Today I Am is a collection of short stories written by emerging writers in Canada that examine the meaning of home. From growing up on a faraway planet to being stranded on an island to a difficult school assignment, this collection reflects the adventurous and courageous nature of kids today.

The symposium, held at the Barnes & Noble on Old Country Road in Carle Place, featured 11 authors, a panel discussion, a scavenger hunt for children and meet-and-greets. The free event, said Donyshia Boston-Hill, president of Jack and Jill Nassau County, was centered on encouraging literacy and fostering a passion for reading and writing.