Launch Party Recap

On Saturday, April 6, 2013, Powell's Books in Beaverton, Oregon, hosted my In the Shadow of Blackbirds launch party. Local authors, bloggers, friends, and even out-of-state family members  joined me in the celebrations. 

Here's a pictorial tour of the afternoon:

In the Shadow of Blackbirds, ready to be sold before the event. Receiving moral support from my long-time friend Cindy, who drove down from Washington state.
Blackbird and clock gear cupcakes!
Introducing myself and the book to...