The Maine author fair formerly known as Books and Blooms (that was back in the day when it was held at the Botanical Gardens), now known as Books in Boothbay (and held at the Boothbay Railway Village) is a rite of summer and I was so happy to attend this past Saturday. Sponsored by Sherman's Bookstore and the Boothbay Public Library, it's a great day to connect with readers and author friends. And pick up books! So many great books.
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| Katie Quirk and Ellen Booraem |
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| Lisa Jahn-Clough (left) and Jennifer Gooch Hummer |
Novelist Lisa Jahn-Clough signed a copy of her new book, Nothing But Blue, for me. And I got Girl Unmoored, by Jennifer Gooch Hummer, which recently won a 2013 Maine Literary Award.
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| Paul Doiron |
Of course, the biggest score of the afternoon was a signed copy of Paul Doiron's latest thriller, Massacre Pond. His publisher provided copies even though the book doesn't officially "launch" for another couple of days so I've been feeling smugly ahead of the curve, curled up with my latest Mike Bowditch installment!
One of the biggest draws of the day was Farmer Minor and his Pot Belly Pig, Daisy, who apparently loves being read to. I was a little concerned about the pig, frankly. As you know from my earlier post about cute animals (Never Compete With a Blind Raccoon, 3/11/13), it's a real hazard for authors. However, Daisy conducted her business in a nearby barn, kids and authors alike were happy, and a great day was had by all.
And in Daisy's case, a great nap was had! For a complete list of all the authors who attended Books in Boothbay this year, with links to their websites and descriptions of their books, please click here.
