Presentation of SHE'S LIKE A RAINBOW at Dar America
On Friday, March 31st, I presented my new book, SHE'S LIKE A RAINBOW, at Dar America in Casablanca. What fun!
I began by introducing myself and talking a little about the connection I feel to Morocco, my "second home." Next, I gave a brief summary of the novel and read two excerpts from it. Finally, I opened up the discussion to questions from the audience.
There were mostly younger people with the exception of one gentleman who was quite talkative. I was thrilled with the level of participation and the excellent English language skills of all attendees. There were as many questions about me and my experiences in Morocco as there were about my book. It was a very rewarding exchange and everyone said they would be checking out the book from the Dar American library as soon as possible. One young man told me he planned to be the first.
I was reminded of the day (Feb. 11) I presented my novel at the Dar America stand at the Casablanca Book Fair. All the people I met (again, mostly students) were very enthusiastic and happy to be practicing their English with an American. The discussions were so engaging that the time just flew by. I am grateful to the staff at Dar America for both these opportunities. The most rewarding part of writing for me is connecting with my readers. In this case, the people I met had not read the book yet, but the interest they expressed was much appreciated. I hope they will indeed read and enjoy my book and perhaps leave a review here and there.
Peace-
Eileen
I began by introducing myself and talking a little about the connection I feel to Morocco, my "second home." Next, I gave a brief summary of the novel and read two excerpts from it. Finally, I opened up the discussion to questions from the audience.
There were mostly younger people with the exception of one gentleman who was quite talkative. I was thrilled with the level of participation and the excellent English language skills of all attendees. There were as many questions about me and my experiences in Morocco as there were about my book. It was a very rewarding exchange and everyone said they would be checking out the book from the Dar American library as soon as possible. One young man told me he planned to be the first.
I was reminded of the day (Feb. 11) I presented my novel at the Dar America stand at the Casablanca Book Fair. All the people I met (again, mostly students) were very enthusiastic and happy to be practicing their English with an American. The discussions were so engaging that the time just flew by. I am grateful to the staff at Dar America for both these opportunities. The most rewarding part of writing for me is connecting with my readers. In this case, the people I met had not read the book yet, but the interest they expressed was much appreciated. I hope they will indeed read and enjoy my book and perhaps leave a review here and there.
Peace-
Eileen
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