Turning the Page

On September

Author

Saralyn Richard
September 30, 2024

Dear Friend,

Staying in touch is a two-way operation, and I would love to hear from you. How are you faring in this crazy time of life with hurricanes and wars and viruses surrounding us? My heart goes out to everyone who is suffering losses or pain.

Sometimes I think the only reliable antidote is losing myself in a good book, especially if the protagonist has problems and challenges greater than mine. When she overcomes them, I’m filled with hope.

A few books that have helped me in that way are:

The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver

Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

Kate’s War by Linda Stewart Henley (a classmate of mine at Tulane)

What are some books that helped you get through rough times?

This month I’ve had the privilege of participating in several book club discussions, both in person and virtually. At the most recent, one of the members asked how the book club can help me. The answer is simple. Just spread the word about my books. Tell other book clubs that I would love to come to their meetings and lead discussions of my books. Post reviews of my books on Amazon or other sites. But, mostly, stay connected. Readers are the fountain from which authors’ ideas flow. Your input and feedback fuel my writing, and I couldn’t do it without you!

Just for fun, here’s a quiz to tickle your brain and (hopefully) to make you smile. I’ll hold a drawing for a free ebook of your choice (or one of my short stories) from all the people who send in the correct answers. (If you don’t know for sure, guess! You can’t win if you’re not in!)

 

 

 

 

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1. Which one is Lucy from MURDER OUTSIDE THE BOX?

2. Which one is Calvin from BAD BLOOD SISTERS?

3. Which one is Nana from NAUGHTY NANA?

4. Which one is Horace from the Detective Parrott mysteries?

5. Which one is Archie from A MURDER OF PRINCIPAL?

6. Which one is NOT a real-live pet of mine (past or present)?

 

Wishing you a happy and healthy October. If you’re in the area, I’ll be at the Braman Winery, 3421 FM359, Richmond, TX on October 19, from 10 am to 4 pm. Please stop by for this fun annual festival!

I want this newsletter to be interesting and relevant for you. If you have any ideas for content, send them along! And thanks for being my team, my village, and the best part of this author journey.

 

Much love,

Saralyn