Author of The Commons Books
I had the pleasure of being asked to drop by the Tribune Tower studios of Chicago’s legendary WGN Radio to do an interview with host Steve Bertrand. In a conversation that was excerpted on The Wintrust Business Lunch and runs in full on the Bertrand on Books podcast, Steve and I cover the book, its history and marketing, self-publishing, the Soon to be Famous Illinois Author Project, and the unbridled awesomeness of librarians.
Listen here.
An American Libraries Magazine post about the Soon to Be Famous Illinois Author Project folks winning a John Cotton Dana Library Public Relations Award features the grim mug of yours truly sporting a rare smile. The piece includes two pieces of visual evidence proving that I’m perfectly capable of grinning, in fact.
Truly a face made for text.
In all seriousness, though, the nod to Team STBF for their efforts is much deserved. You’ll not find a more committed, creative, or capable group, and I’m really looking forward to my adventures with them over the coming months as we try to spread word about The Journeyman to libraries and patrons all over Illinois.
Got a nice gift today from Chicago Sun-Times blogger Sarah Terez Rosenblum: an interview feature in the “Our Town” blog. Not only did I answer questions about The Journeyman, but I was also able to touch upon a topic that’s critical to humanity’s survival and doesn’t get nearly enough attention from the mainstream media: The Island of Misfit Toys.
Much appreciated, Sarah.
I thank you. King Moonracer, Dolly, and The Spotted Elephant thank you. Even the jelly pistol thanks you. He just has a funny way of showing it.