Saints & Sinners in many forms

I've just returned to Rochester from the Saints and Sinners Literary Festival in New Orleans.

Other than to say that I NEVER want to drive 24 hours straight to anywhere again in my life (unless I am riding in one of those fancy RVs where there's a driver named 'Mentor' and I can pop in a DVD anytime I like), I'd like to share how proud I am to be a part of this festival.

I've attended the festival twice now; both times I've met some talented writers and made some lasting friendships. Beyond...