Thanks, North Carolina!

A week ago today (for some reason things keep happening that prevent me from immediate posts), I had the distinct pleasure of not one but two talks and signings in the fine state of North Carolina. My first appearance was at the West Regional Library in Cary, where I talked to a great and enthusiastic group of folks–many of whom were aspiring writers. I got to answer some really interesting and challenging questions, like “What makes a good editor?” and it was great to get the fabulous tour and meet all the awesome librarians there.

Even better? A bunch of my friends from college made it, too!Here is a photo of me and Dan Auman–the man who was technically my first editor, when I had my chapbook printed by St. Andrews Press!

Sunday’s signing was spectacular too. I got to meet with the Printz Book Club at the Eva Perry library in Apex, NC, and boy what a smart bunch of teens! We had a great discussion about real life drama vs. the drama in the books we read, plus talked about writing, shoes, playing wilderness family and other fun stuff!

All in all it was a terrific visit and I have to give a huge shout out to Valerie and also my dear friend Becky for putting this together. Thanks, ladies! And I hope to be back soon!