This past week I flew to Toronto to visit the Park Row Books office and the HarperCollins Canada office. Both places put together magnificent receptions.
I was interviewed, did a FaceBook Live event, and got to talk to a lot people, everyone from the cover artist to the proofreaders who worked on the book. And there were readers there, too, which was super exciting. HC Canada put out invitations to non-HC folks, so there was quite a crowd. We talked at length about the two issues raised in Ginny Moon that really drive me, both as a writer and as a person: the significance of voice, and human dignity.
Here are some links to videos of the event.
https://www.facebook.com/BookClubbish/videos/vb.1595384484022557/1968098193417849/?type=2&theater (FaceBook Live Interview)
https://scontent-lax3-1.cdninstagram.com/t50.2886-16/16470922_1218122784973380_4146338801670684672_n.mp4 (From a talk with readers at the HarperCollins Canada office)
And somewhere between the two receptions, I attended the Ontario Library Association’s Super Conference, and signed lots and lots of books.
It was the first time I’d ever been to Canada. I was in awe of the place. Everything about it was excellent: the cleanliness, the pride that people took in their streets and shops, and the friendliness and helpfulness of the people. It was all so, so good. I’m ready to visit again, but you can bet I’ll bring my family next time.
