It’s true. I’ve been “attending” the Edinburgh Book Festival through my computer. Thank the universe for this festival and their technical skills. It’s such a comfort to listen to international authors discuss their work and see, literally, there is an audience. On the other hand, there’s so much to read and so little time!
So little time. Because my teacher-summer is coming to an end. And because I also have to get another master’s degree in teaching (and get certified). While it’s challenging, I also love to learn. Hard to balance. Plus the occasional impulse to write something of my own.
Sam is finalizing his book, Darkbird, which will be out this winter from Galileo Press. Hallelujah! He’s thinking about constructing a reading tour for the winter and spring. If you host or know of a reading series, give us a shout. I may be slightly biased, but it’s an excellent book. If you’re interested in writing a review, let us know and Sam will provide the text. (It really is excellent.)
Here’s one of my favorite programs from Edinburgh so far this year. A library of unread books to be made of trees specifically planted and grown for this purpose in Oslo. Authors are invited (1 per year) for an annual manuscript transfer ceremony among these trees. The manuscripts will be held until 2114 (I think) when the new library will open. It sounds AMAZING! Hope you enjoy it:
Virginia Crawford 