I'm always thrilled when The Company They Keep gets an enthusiastic review. But some reviews make me want to jump and shout "YES! You get it!! That's what this book is all about!!!" That was my reaction to this review recently posted by author John Adcox on his blog:
In Good Company: The Company They Keep By [...]
Back in August, a blog hosted by the librarians of Newport Public Library in Newport, Rhode Island, published this review essay. I love this kind of overview, and I'm just thrilled when libraries notice The Company They Keep. Kudos to Meg, who made this clear, helpful info available to readers! And thank GOD for librarians.
The Lord of [...]
Catching up....
Back in October, Will Vaus and I were featured speakers at a book signing at the Mystery and Imagination Bookshop in Glendale, California. Local signings can be particularly energetic, and this event was no exception.
Josh Long, a Tolkien scholar and teacher at a near-by high school, had invited his class to attend the event, and he [...]
Plans are taking shape for the C. S. Lewis Foundation's Regional Retreat, October 30-November 1, in Navasota Texas. It will be a celebration of creativity and community, and this year for the first time it will feature a two- day writers track. Watch the website for details:
http://www.cslewis.org/programs/regional/sw/2009/index.html
Where:
Camp Allen Retreat in Navasota, Texas
When:
Main Retreat: October 30 - November [...]
I am using the typewriter theme from my book to develop my brand. I like QWERTY as a blog title-- suggests typing/writing, suggests community and working together, suggests old school, suggests lots of graphic potential, and besides, it's a seriously cool sounding word.