The Readers Speak and I LOVE Them For It
November 18th, 2009
Posted in Born To Blog |
Reader friend Monica Anfinson
I am very fortunate to hear from enthusiastic readers all the time, but I don’t think they understand how much their generous praise means to an emerging writer.
Honestly, there have been times where if not for their heartfelt words of encouragement, I would have given up. Not really. I will never quit, lol, but they do inspire me to keep going.
This week, however, I received the greatest e-mail from a reader who discovered me at 30,000 feet. Coincidentally, the book she picked up was CLAIRE VOYANT, which begins in the air. I couldn’t help but share this message because it sums up my feelings about fate!
Hi!
Last week I boarded a Delta flight from L. A. to Atlanta. On the seat next to mine was “Claire Voyant”. I thought someone was going to sit there and had laid the book on the seat while she stowed her bags. When a young man sat in the empty seat, I asked if it was his book. He told me that it wasn’t. I thought it was strange the air crew didn’t take the book when they did their clean up before my flight. hmmm…
Curious, I started reading. Was it a coincidence that the story starts in an airport? It was funny and had lots of twists and turns. I’m sure the other passengers thought I must be a nut with my bursts of laughter. What a great book!
The book had been read many times and wasn’t in new condition — bent corners and a big rip in the cover. I think it was meant for me and was left by unknown angel who wanted to pass it on (again). While I was reading, I kept thinking of the people I could share it with. The first one will be my daughter. I know she will love it and when she is finished, she will pass it on.
I can’t wait to read your other books!!!!
Monica Anfinson
Morristown, TN
Thanks Monica, and to everyone else who has ever taken the time to write to an author to express their pleasure. When readers speak, authors kvell!!!
November 18th, 2009 at 11:08 am
Very nice letter, Saralee!! Looks like a new site too - love it.
Best,
Debbie