Yesterday was a special blogger meet up!
Kristy Woodson Harvey, author of “Lies and Other Acts of Love,” was doing a talk and signing of her new book at my local independent bookseller, McIntyre’s Books.
Not only do I think McIntyre’s is one of the best book stores anywhere, I think Kristy is a very special and talented writer. Her first book, “Dear Carolina,” won me over in the first few pages and kept me reading almost nonstop to the end. You can read my recommendation of “Dear Carolina” HERE.
In addition to all this, Kristy and her mother, Beth Woodson, write the blog Design Chic. This blog is one of my interior and lifestyle favorites both for content and tone. Please go over (it’s also on my sidebar) and take a look, and then subscribe!
Anyway, Kristy is delightful! She has a real presence when speaking and told us about her path to becoming an author. I was struck, in particular, with her life long desire to know people’s stories. Obviously, this comes easily to her as both her published books have characters of such depth and quirky detail.
This was Kristy signing copies of her book, yesterday.
The story is told by two women: Annabelle, the granddaughter and Lovey, the grandmother. What, exactly, are lies? Are they sometimes necessary? What happens when they are revealed? How strong can family ties be? I haven’t quite….finished the entire book but will settle down tonight to do so. I highly recommend it to all of you.
This is one of the very best aspects of blogging: meeting (finally) your on line friends who care about and write about and are passionate about some of the same things. Beth and I talked yesterday of how wonderful it is to get together with the real person behind the blog. You all know, if you’ve followed me for any length of time, just how important this is to me. I have so many, many friends all over the world! Thank you, one and all, for following along here.
What a treat Libby. Had lunch last week at The Granary and was longingly looking at the author list as we passed McIntyre’s.
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Never heard of this young writer before, but seem worth to try reading her books :) Thanks!
I’d love to read this book. Wanna find out the author’s explanation of the little white lies. I think lying is sometimes necessary in order to protect your loved ones.
Sounds like something I’d like. And so nice to hear about a talented young woman from the Carolinas. Thanks for the suggestion.
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It is so much fun to meet blogging buddies in “real life”. In fact, one of my friends actually came and stayed with us last year for a few days! It deepened an already wonderful relationship.
So glad I’m one of those friends from around the world!!
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It was such a treat to meet you in real life, Libby! Thank you ever so much for coming to my event and for your kind words about Lies and Other Acts of Love. It means the world to me! xo
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I just bought her first BOOK!
I agree meeting other BLOGGERS IS BEAUTIFUL…………….
I can imagine your excitement!
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Contessa: Kristy is quite something! At her age to have two published books and such great reviews. And she’s lovely!
Some interesting book to read. I’ll have a look. I like developed characters. Thank you!
How fun!! Kristy is such a huge talent. I’ve been following Kristy and her mom Beth for over five years. They have such style and class. Love them!!!
xoxo
L
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Hi Loi: Somehow I missed your comment here: sorry! Yes, they are lovely ladies and so talented. I finished the book a few days ago and highly recommend it!