Party Time: Book Launch for You Are Not Here

About a week ago, I had the book launch party for You Are Not Here. It was at Book Court, a great independent bookstore in Brooklyn. I had such a good time—especially since I was surrounded by friends and family.  

The one thing that was a little hard was only getting to talk to each person for a moment. Usually, I'm not one to "circulate." If I'm at a party I'm much more likely to be sitting in a corner talking to friends than making the rounds. But I circulated with the best of them. But I do wish there was a way I could have spent more time with each person, but I guess that's just how it is.

I also did a reading for about 10-15 minutes. I think it's the best reading I've ever given (in part because I've been trying to be more theatrical as I read.) But mostly I think it was because I was standing in front of a crowd of people that love me. As I made eye contact during the reading, I could look out at my parents, sister, long time friends, my boyfriend, coworkers, and fellow authors (including Aimee Friedman, Melissa Walker, Micol Ostow, and graphic artists David Ostow and Tracy White). What a great feeling! Knowing that these people were my audience definitely helped calm my nerves.

So, the party's over. I can finally stop planning and worrying and obsessively checking the evite responses. And I have enough beer leftover to throw another party.

Thanks to everyone who came out to support me. It was a wonderful night!

Much love,

Sam