"Ralphie" is C.J. Smith from Erie, Penn. C.J. attends elementary school and has enjoyed writing since 2004. His favorite things to write are short stories and movie scripts.

C.J. loves the Harry Potter movies, and "SpongeBob Squarepants" is his favorite TV show. He also enjoys helping take care of his family's dogs, cats and fish.

C.J.'s sports expertise lies in the area of basketball and hockey, particularly the Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League and the Erie Sea Wolves minor league baseball club.

In addition to his schoolwork, C.J. finds time to participate in Cub Scouts, gymnastics, rollerskating and skateboarding. He hopes to be a professional skateboarder when he grows up.

To contact C.J. Smith, send an e-mail and put "To Ralphie" in the subject line.