Book News – Page 23 – Hey, Look! A Writer Fellow!

Hey, the shameless self-promotion had to begin eventually.

I am delighted to announce some news about my forthcoming book, Sarah Gives Thanks. First off, the fine folks at Albert Whitman and Company have given me the go-ahead to show off the cover – and it’s a peach, isn’t it?

The illustrator, David Gardner, is based out of New Mexico and has quite a few impressive jobs to his credit, ranging from a picture book about Harvey Milk (and a more unusual picture book subject there never was) to promotional art featuring the Trix Rabbit. In other words, the guy’s got quite a range.

Check out his website. There are no Sarah Hale illustrations on his gallery yet, but what’s there is pretty nifty.

Also, a release date has been set! On September 1, my book will hit store shelves. Mark your calendars. Camp outside of your neighborhood Barnes & Noble to buy a copy. I’ll be happy to sign it. Or, if you prefer, camp out next to your laptop and buy the e-book and I’ll sign your Kindle.

My book, Sarah Gives Thanks, comes out later this year and frankly I’m giddy.

It is about Sarah Josepha Hale, the first female magazine editor in America. She was also among the first female authors in America – and the very first to condemn slavery in a novel. (Take that, Harriet Beecher Stowe!) She was a tireless and highly influential advocate for women’s education. She led large, successful fundraising drives to turn both Bunker Hill and Mount Vernon into national landmarks. She wrote “Mary Had a Little Lamb!” And, perhaps best of all (as it is the subject of my book), she is the reason why we all celebrate a four-day weekend in November.

Despite her many accomplishments, most people have never heard of Sarah Josepha Hale, which is a shame. Thank goodness there are still a few Hale geeks out there just like me who understand the importance of immortalizing this fine woman in bobblehead form. (Kudos to you, New Hampshire Historical Society!)

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