What's in the fish?

When Martha visits schools and libraries, she carries with her this trusty fish.

Unzip the fish, reach inside, and grab hold of — well, you will just have to wait to find out what you grab hold of.

But beware!

It could be slimy.

When Martha Freeman visited a middle school in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, she demonstrated Writer Using Her Imagination. (Or can she actually read the seventh-grade mind?)

Martha likes to talk to kids of all ages, shapes and sizes. Usually, she makes them laugh. Sometimes, this is on purpose. So far, however, she has not burped into a microphone. Do not believe anyone who tells you otherwise.

Martha Freeman becomes very animated when she talks to students. Don't worry, though. She has not actually eaten one — yet.

If you want to invite Martha to your town, very politely ask your teacher or librarian to check out the details or contact Martha.