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Tuesday, January 8, 2013

LEAVING GEE'S BEND is the BIG READ in Como, MS!

So many exciting and unexpected things have happened since little Ludelphia made her way into the world, and this has got to be one of the very best:

LEAVING GEE'S BEND was selected as the BIG READ in Como, Mississippi. That means the whole community is encouraged to read the book, and the library has arranged related programming, including a visit with me at First Regional Library on Friday, February 8. (Hi Judy! Hi Alice!)

And check this out: to advertise, they've put up posters around town of people reading the book! I. Love. It.













Thank you, Como! I can't wait to meet all of you!!!

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10 comments:

  1. Linda BJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:16 AM

    It's like a huge hug for you and your book, Irene! Imagine, a whole town! Congratulations. I know you must be looking forward to your visit, too.

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    1. Irene LathamJanuary 8, 2013 at 8:48 AM

      That's exactly what it's like, Linda! Thank you. xo

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  2. RuthJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    That is so amazing! Congratulations!

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  3. skanny17January 8, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    I am so going to read this book asap. Congratulations to you, Irene. This is wonderful. Love the pictures. Love how you have touched so many. It was great meeting you at the poetry session at NCTE. I hope our paths will cross again soon. Will you be at IRA.
    Janet F.

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    1. Irene LathamJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:25 PM

      Thank you, Janet - great to meet you as well. I will NOT be at IRA. :( You'll just have to enjoy all the poetic goodness for me! Thanks so much for stopping by. xo

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  4. PamJanuary 8, 2013 at 2:34 PM

    Huge congratulations, Irene! This is wonderful! I am happy for you and proud of you.

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  5. Sheila RenfroJanuary 9, 2013 at 4:52 PM

    That's awesome. I knew it should woulda be a best read for everyone!

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  6. Michelle CusolitoJanuary 13, 2013 at 6:59 PM

    Wow! This is fantastic! Congratulations. A fabulous book. I had my mom read it after me- she's a quilter so that aspect of the story really appealed to her.

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  7. Lori NormanJanuary 20, 2013 at 5:00 PM

    What a dream come true this must be for you! Congratulations many times over!

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