I talked about my book In Its Time, and the process of imagining, writing, and publishing it. Attendees have to sign up for the "class". The organizer commented to me that there was an unusually good turnout.
The class is supposed to last for an hour, which I could not imagine. I talked for about 40 minutes and the audience asked questions for 20 minutes, and before long, the hour was up! I was exhausted most of the day from rising early, playing tennis, going to church, playing games with V & M, who were visiting, doing dinner, etc. But I was quickly and completely energized by the event, which I greatly enjoyed.
One person asked me who my favorite character was, and I could not immediately answer that question. I'm still not sure about 'favorite', but there certainly is one to whom I relate more than others.
Tonight, I was invited to do a 'Book Talk' at the local library, where a book club group gathers each month to discuss a book they have read. This month they had read my book.
One woman, who identified herself as Catholic, asked how I had happened to choose a Cardinal as one particular character in the story. I honestly could not tell her why or how that had come to pass. But at least she agreed that he was painted in a very positive light, and she liked him a lot.
I have one more "book presentation" scheduled in October. After that, they will probably be over.
I am more than pleased with the opportunities that have come my way as a result of publishing this book. All I really wanted out of the experience was readers! And that I have had! Beyond that, I have been constantly surprised by invitations and good turnouts, as well as positive feedback.
At least in my own community, I am now established as a "local author."
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