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Graciousness in Author Johanna Moran

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Meredith Ann Rutter

Instead of a reading (though it was offered) and instead of a podium-style speech (too much standing), author Johanna Moran gave a recent bookstore audience a talk-show experience. This was the first time I’d gone to one of these author … Continue reading →

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Memoirs and Book Signings Aren’t for Sissies

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Meredith Ann Rutter

I attend book signings to get a feel for how different authors handle that aspect of self-promotion. So far, the best entertainment was by Mildred Kalish (Little Heathens). She showed her sense of humor, and instead of reading excerpts in … Continue reading →

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Time Travel with Stephen King

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Meredith Ann Rutter

I selected this post to be featured on my blog’s page at Writing Blogs. I’ve been a fan of Stephen King’s since I read The Shining over thirty years ago. Since then he has thrilled me most with his memoir, … Continue reading →

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