Punchinella is a delightful avenue for exposing the vibrant imagination and insight of young people within our schools. The second edition of this first volume of Punchinella includes the language of persuasion, an addition to the original focus of short story writing. It is the perfect solution for those with an interest in developing their writing skills or for those who just want to curl up with a wonderfully stimulating book which will send the mind on a rollercoaster ride of emotions.

The Punchinella concept which is being used provides exposure to the theory, presents the written examples then gives encouragement so readers can be spurred into producing their own original stories and persuasive pieces.

Those students sitting the CXC’s English A CSEC examination will find this text particularly useful as it will build confidence when we all realize that the art of writing can be learnt and if these writers can do it, we can do it too.