Lisa Myers McCombs

Lisa Myers  McCombs’ ‘Abby’ 2^nd in Purple Dragonfly book contest

Lisa Myers McCombs, Class of 1977, won second place in the Young Adult Fiction category in the 2014 Purple Dragonfly book contest with "Abby."

“Abby” is part of the children’s books triology by Lisa, Y-Teens sponsor at Monongah Middle School. The others are “Opening Pandora's Box” and “Raspberry Beret.”

Purple Dragonfly awards are by Five Star Publications, which Linda Radke began in 1985. Five Star also handles marketing, publicity, networking, special event coordination, design/development/production of curriculum guides and materials, book trailers, companion marketing products and audiobooks.

Lisa posted this July 7^th:

Just received my certificate this week. It is official.

"In recognition of excellence in children's literature. 2014 Young Adult Fiction 2nd Place. Lisa A. McCombs. Abby, Purple Dragonfly Book Award."

Lisa is married to Harless McCombs, Class of 1976, Monongah Fire Department chief.

Lisa’s mother, Pat Myers, taught at Monongah Elementary and her father, John Myers, was the golf pro at Green Hills Golf Club for many years.