Recently I presented ๐ป๐๐ ๐บ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐บ๐๐๐ ๐ช๐๐๐๐๐ to the members of The Twentieth Century Club, an iconic and respected womanโs club in my hometown of Buffalo. To my delight, it was a full house.
That's been my experience with this organization since 2002, when they first invited me to speak about my 9/11 essay "Why Are You Waiting," part of a ๐ช๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐บ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ป๐๐ ๐บ๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐จ๐๐๐๐๐๐ Memorial Collection.
In the 24 years since, I have been invited to return to TCC with each of my seven books. Every time the room has been full. Every time, audience members have lined up to purchase my booksโas you can see in this photoโ-a testament to the extraordinary support TCC members have extended to me over the last two-plus decades.
As an indie author, I am constantly reaching outโto book clubs, bookstores, libraries, churches, community groups, schools, and event organizersโinquiring about presenting/signing/speaking. Thankfully, that outreach has cultivated a network of loyal groups and individuals who encourage and sustain my belief in me---in my author's career.
Still, the members of The Twentieth Century Club hold a special place in my authorโs heart and soul for their unwavering support of my workโand for always welcoming me as if I am coming home.
"We have many speakers here, but you are one of the best---so engaging and entertaining. We always look forward to your presentations."-Twentieth Century Club Member
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Photo credits: Lisa Abt