Bringing an author's words to life through modelled reading opens doors to the joys of reading for all students. As the text is read to students, authors may be chosen that is above the independent reading level of the child and this allows students the freedom to listen to the language of the author, make personal connections, and create their own meaning.
An author becomes a "writing mentor" for readers as they read and study the work and respond to it through a variety of writing. It can even inspire them to become authors themselves.
Students often bond with "their" author, which makes reading a more personal, fulfilling experience. Students may even want to read books that influenced their author, further expanding their reading experience.
Author studies are an entertaining way to spark students' life-long interest in reading.