Hello, readers and book friends!
What I love most about my job is being surrounded by authors who are deeply passionate—not just about their books, but about the world. They bring a piece of themselves to the page and entrust me and my team to give their work the strongest launch and exposure possible. It’s a responsibility and a joy.
Recently, I had the privilege of being part of two very special events. I moderated a panel at the New York Public Library to celebrate Estranged How Strained Female Friendships are Mended or Ended, written by Susan Shapiro Barash. She was joined by Patricia Bonis (Jeddah Bride) and Judy Mandel (White Flag), and together they shared deeply personal stories of estranged relationships in their lives. What moved me most was how the audience opened up in response — sharing their own heartfelt experiences.
It was one of those magical evenings where books spark real connection and conversation.
Then on Saturday, I accompanied my client Ed Hajim, author of the memoir On the Road Less Traveled: An Unlikely Journey from the Orphanage to the Boardroom and The Island of the Four Ps, a fable about life, choices, and getting to know your inner voice. Ed spoke at NJPAC (New Jersey Performing Arts Center) to a group of high school students learning both technical and life skills.
As always, Ed had the students in the palm of his hand. Watching someone with his breadth of experience connect so effortlessly with young people was incredibly powerful.
His book, The Island of the Four Ps, has now been developed into a Life Design Curriculum that helps young people find their inner voice and chart a meaningful path forward. As Ed always says, “Life is more than making a living — it’s about making a life.”
That’s all for now …
As always, sending you good vibes and good books,
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BLACK SUN RISING Virtual Book Launch
Tuesday, June 10 · 6 PM EST · Zoom
Featuring:
- Dramatic readings by two veterans of stage and screen, Francesca Annis and Bill Timoney.
- A roundtable discussion with Otho Eskin and bestselling thriller authors Jon Land, Heather Graham, David Morrell and Hank Phillippi Ryan.
- A $250 giveaway for dinner at the restaurant of your choice and a $250 gift certificate to Bookshop (see details below)
- And more!
Please RSVP using the link below. Only registered guests will receive access to the event and automatically be entered to win a $250 dinner at the restaurant of your choice. You will receive the Zoom link at 9 AM EST on Tuesday, June 10.
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