Come see Barry R. Beck, Jr., author of the graphic novel Barry's Mathematical Journey. Barry, who is usually confident and excelling in first grade, feels anxious as he starts second grade without his older sister, Nicole. Everything he once found easy, like math and getting along with teachers, now seems hard and unfamiliar. But just when things get really tough, his teacher, Mrs. Moon, introduces a surprising twist that changes everything. Barry R. Beck, Jr. hailing from Danville, VA, has a profound passion for mathematics that has driven his long and successful teaching career. His enthusiasm for numbers began at a young age and has since inspired countless students. Beck excels at making math enjoyable and accessible, helping students understand complex concepts with ease.

Read, discuss, and connect with other writers and readers in our community. Local authors sign up and share their books. Visit henricolibrary.org/authors for details. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

The Henrico Community Authors Showcase is a self-service program for local authors. Please note that the Library does not endorse the content, quality, position, or opinions of participating authors or their works. While the library may promote the offering of this service to the community, it is the responsibility of authors to promote their individual showcase events according to the author guidelines.