Bacon Free Library – Authors’ Events
By: Jeanne K. Cosmos
Since Diane Wallace came aboard to direct the events of the Library as Director of the BFL, the authors that have graciously shared their work, read from their books and discussed the writing process has been exceptional. Some of the authors that are on the forefront for me are Joe Finder, author of “Killer Instinct”. Joe read from his novel; but not only did he do so, he also wove a story of his own history as the basis of much of what he writes. Joe Finder shared his investigative style and his fictionalized telling of major issues under the guise of the fictional detective or naïve narrator. He is a master at the writing of action stories.
Prior to hearing Mr. Finder share his style of writing and his building of the novel, we heard from Jay Atkinson. Jay wrote about the local county detectives and he learned as he wrote. Jay told of his amazement at the criminal characters that appeared and wanted to tell him their side of the story; as he researched his book. The event took on local color and the event was casual, but so informative.
Over the years, having read the book reviews of Gail Caldwell, the publication of her memoirs was a refreshing occurrence. Gail came along from Cambridge and was kind enough to share her story with the patrons of the BFL and also her experience writing rather than critiquing others’ work. Gail read from her book, and shared her writing process. It was one of the most successful events and a major coup for the Bacon Free, having local writers willing to read and share their work.
Kim Ponders, a new writer publishing her book from her major work writing her MFA thesis and working to reproduce the feelings and motivation of her flying a jet plane for the US as female pilot; very edgy and she was a energizing presence and superlative author. Her appearance to read excerpts from her book and speak with us was another phenomenal happening.
Many authors have readily come along to the beautiful and peaceful library of ours on the beautiful Charles River overlooking the waterfall.
Bookstores and libraries have authors’ events, however, the thrust of the series at the BFL is having some exceptional authors come to read and share their work. I am so proud to be a part of these events, albeit a small part. I am looking forward to the season of authors beginning in September that will read and discuss their work with us. These events add to our community and I encourage all readers to come along and be engaged at these wonderful monthly readings.
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