This is a photo of my father, "Chevy," taken when he was in the Navy. He passed away when I was twenty-two. It's my pub day and I'm thrilled, stunned, overwhelmed, and so touched by the outpouring of support, but it makes me sad that he won't get to read my book and I wanted to honor him somehow. So today's for you, Dad.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Still Missing
This is a photo of my father, "Chevy," taken when he was in the Navy. He passed away when I was twenty-two. It's my pub day and I'm thrilled, stunned, overwhelmed, and so touched by the outpouring of support, but it makes me sad that he won't get to read my book and I wanted to honor him somehow. So today's for you, Dad.
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What an evocative photo... What's the story? I'm sure there is one. :)
ReplyDeleteYes, sorry.I mean to add more,but I've been kind of busy and got distracted! I will write a little more details. But it's a photo of my father.
ReplyDeleteI know I don't know you in real life and I know I never knew your father, but I do believe that he would be proud of you. You have written an amazing book and I'm waiting with baited breath for your next. :)
ReplyDeleteP.S. That is a beautifully evocative photo. I'm curious about the story as well.
Ann-Kat @ Today, I Read...
Thanks, Ann-Kat! I'm so glad you liked the book! I would like to know the story behind the photo, too! It was given to me by someone who was in the Navy with my father.
ReplyDeleteI just read Still Missing and wanted to congratulate you an an amazing debut. My first book was a memoir, but I'm trying a mystery now. Nothing as genre-defying or bold as your book, but it's a nice change. Anyway, hope to see you on the NYT bestsellers list any day now. Kudos!
ReplyDeleteHi Rebecca,
ReplyDeleteThanks so much.I'm glad you enjoyed the book! Good luck with your mystery!
Chevy
I am an avid reader and your book was superb. It held my interest from page to page. The story was wonderful and very heartfelt. My entire family is still talking about it (young and old). I can't wait for your next book. I am sure it will be as good as the first. I just need to catch my breath between books, but can't wait. Your name is really getting out there (with no surprise) so keep up the great work. What a talent!!
ReplyDeleteJackie Balcom (70 yrs)
Hi Jackie--
ReplyDeleteThanks for your nice message!It's so great to hear from readers and I love that your whole family read the book. My next one isn't out until summer 2011, so you have a little while to catch your breath:)
All the best,
Chevy