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Summer Issue of Book Lovers Dispatch is Out!
Yes, it’s Summer. Break out the sunscreen, umbrellas, and that special book. Elissa Matthews shares her take on beach reading, one of our favorite summertime book-lover traditions. Elissa Matthews shares her take on beach reading, one of our favorite summertime book-lover traditions.
In keeping with the summer theme, our featured author Beth Sherman is very much in tune with beach reads in this issue. Beth wrote five books in her Jersey Shore Mystery series. Now, she takes her writing on a new path. Learn more on Page 3.
In this issue of Book Lovers Dispatch, we also talk about what’s going on with bookstores. Despite the unprecedented growth of Amazon, local independent bookstores are making a surprising resurgence. Learn more about it.
Feel free to share the PDF file or the link, bit.ly/BookLoversDispatch-011, with friends and fellow book lovers. We’d also love to hear about what you’d like to see more of in future editions of Book Lovers Dispatch. Let us know.
Spring Issue of Book Lovers Dispatch is Out!
Hear some perspectives on A.I. writing and how it may affect both authors and readers. Also, learn about the prolific S.W. Hubbard and her books. This issue also shares the dates of various upcoming book events and recent book releases. Feel free to share the PDF file or the link bit.ly/bookloversdispatch-010 with friends and fellow book lovers. We’d also love to hear about what you’d like to see more of in Book Lovers Dispatch. Let us know. Until then, happy reading!
Fall Issue of Book Lovers Dispatch is Out!
Yes, it’s the Fall. It’s time to hit the books, even if you’re not headed back to school.
In this issue, we learn about America’s first library. And yes, Benjamin Franklin plays a key role, although without his kite. We also introduce you to author Steven Falco, a baseball enthusiast and riveting author. Learn how he artfully combines these two passions.
This issue also shares the dates of various upcoming book events and recent book releases. Feel free to share the PDF file or the link bit.ly/bookloversdispatch-009a with friends and fellow book lovers. We’d also love to hear about what you’d like to see more of in Book Lovers Dispatch. Let us know.
We’re already working on our holiday issue. If you have any ideas for content you’d like to see, let us know. Until then, happy reading!
Spring Issue of Book Lovers Dispatch is Out!
Spring is upon us. Our Elissa Matthews has come up with some interesting book and wine pairings to share with us. Learn more about them, starting on Page 1.
In this issue, we also learn about author Reyna Favis, author of the Zackie-O supernatural suspense series. Learn more on Page 3.
This issue also shares the dates of various upcoming book events and recent book releases. Feel free to share the PDF file or the link (bit.ly/BookLoversDispatch-008) with friends and fellow book lovers. We’d also love to hear about what you’d like to see more of in Book Lovers Dispatch. Let us know.
We’re already working on our summer issue. If you have any ideas for content you’d like to see, let us know. Until then, happy reading!
Author & Historian Bob Mayers Passes Away
It is with a heavy heart, that we announce the passing of Robert Mayers, author and historian, at age 94. Bob was the first author to be featured in Book Lovers Dispatch. But more importantly, he was a supportive friend to me and many other authors.
After a career in business, Bob developed a keen interest in the history of the American Revolution, going on to write five books on the subject, as well as a family history and another book of essays on Watchung, New Jersey history. He was a sought-after speaker. Bob will be missed.
Holiday Issue of Book Lovers Dispatch is Out!
The Holiday Issue of the Book Lovers Dispatch is out. What’s inside?
- Learn about Jólabókaflód, a wonderfully bookish Icelandic holiday.
- Meet author Linda Raedisch, who has written wonderful holiday-related non-fiction. Now, she has turned her talents to fiction!
- Learn about recent book releases and upcoming book events!
New Providence Book Festival
Book Lovers Dispatch is proud to be a sponsor of the 2024 New Providence Book Festival. On Saturday, September 21, 2024, authors will sign books and talk to visitors at the New Providence Book Festival. Located on the grounds of the historic Salt Box Museum, the festival will include a series of presentations by authors.
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At 10:00 AM, during the children’s storytime, Sue Steinhardt will read from her children’s series, ImperfectPhil is a Friend.
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At 11:00 AM, Pamela Hegarty will talk about “Finding Your Inner Hero” and read from and discuss her new novel Jo Moonstone and the Atlantis Diamond.
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At 12:00 Noon, novelist Michelle Cameron will lead an “Ask the Author” Panel. Joining her will be Susen Edwards, Michael Stephen Daigle and J.M. Adams.
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At 1:00 PM, Dr. Peter Lubrecht will share the history of Carl Schurz, the German immigrant who became a reformer, ambassador, Civil War general, US senator and Secretary of the Interior. As a newspaper editorial writer, Schurz was instrumental in abolishing slavery.
A range of New Jersey authors will be signing their books, including J.M. Adams, J.R. Bale, Linda Barth, Michelle Cameron, Michael Stephen Daigle, Ted Delgrosso, Susen Edwards, Steven A. Falco, Steven Farkas, Sarajane Giere, Pamela Hegarty, Tom Kranz, Dr. Peter Lubrecht, Elissa Matthews, Andrea Stein, Sue Steinhardt and Suzanne Trauth.
“New Jersey is filled with wonderful authors. This event allows readers to connect with local authors in a very personal way,” explains J.R. Bale, author and one of the organizers of the event. “With over 17 authors, writing in various genres, it will be a stimulating event for even the most casual book lover.”
Anyone purchasing a book at the festival will be entitled to receive a free raffle ticket for drawings for a gift basket, which will include a Barnes & Noble gift card.
The festival will be held on the grounds of the Salt Box Museum at 1350 Springfield Avenue in New Providence, NJ, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The rain date is September 28, 2024. The Salt Box Museum, the site of the festival, is operated by the New Providence Historical Society and will be open for tours, free of charge. Refreshments will be available on the grounds.
Fall Issue of Book Lovers Dispatch is Out!
The Fall Issue of the Book Lovers Dispatch is out. What’s inside?
- Elissa Matthews shares her thoughts on “A Room Filled with Books,” starting on page 1.
- We learn about Pamela Hegarty, author of the Christa Devlin series, and all the fun she has. Pam has moved to a new genre with the launch of her young adult thriller, Jo Moonstone and the Atlantis Diamond. Page 3.
- Book Lovers Dispatch is proud to be a sponsor of the New Providence Book Festival, held on Saturday, September 21st on the grounds of the Salt Box Museum in New Providence, NJ. Check out page 4.
Book Lovers Dispatch is Back!
You may have wondered what ever happened to Book Lovers Dispatch. Yes, we went on a bit of a hiatus over the last year, but we’re back! And we’re now committed to a more consistent delivery schedule, (quarterly). We are also expanding our content and page count. I offer special thanks to our new team member, Elissa Matthews, author of Where the River Bends, a superb historical fiction.
In this Summer issue, we address an issue close to the hearts of many book lovers, the “summer reading list” and provide a few suggestions. In addition, we have a profile of mystery writer Michael Stephen Daigle, author of the Frank Nagler mysteries. We also share a list of various book events worth attending.
Feel free to share the PDF file or the link (bit.ly/BookLoversDispatch-005) with friends and fellow book lovers. We’d also love to hear about what you’d like to see more of in Book Lovers Dispatch. Let us know.
We’re already working on our fall issue. If you have any ideas for content you’d like to see, let us know. Until then, happy reading!
