I WANT TO PUBLISH A NOVEL!

Some people have a gift for writing- you only have to visit a library or bookstore to see how many there are.  Are you one of those people?  Like any talent, there are many things to learn about writing and publishing, whether it's writing for children, or becoming an author of fiction or non-fiction.

Join us on Saturday, November 9th at 2 for a presentation by local author Susan Sloate.  Ms. Sloate is a wonderful inspiring speaker and will share her knowledge about editing.  This is an important step in getting your novel or book published. She will speak about how to get feedback, the importance of usage, grammar and spelling and how to know when your work is complete. 

After her presentation, the Second Saturday Writing Critique Group will meet.  If you have questions about the program or the group, please contact Jennifer McQueen. (843-849-6161)

Thanks for reading. We welcome your comments.

SUMMER VACATIONS

It won't be long until school is out for the summer, and it's time to plan for vacations.  Whether you're planning a grand European tour or staying close to home, there are plenty of travel books and DVDs to help make your vacation more enjoyable.  Some advance planning can make the difference between a wonderful, memorable vacation and a miserable time that you'd like to forget.

Do you enjoy camping and hiking, or would you rather lie under palm trees on a tropical beach with a cool drink and a good book?  Maybe you enjoy sightseeing and visiting historical sights and museums.  Do you prefer big cities or quiet times in the country?

Is a trip to Walt Disney World in your future?  Please join us for a program given by Susan Sloate, "Maximum Magic at Walt Disney World."  Susan is a local author and has been to Walt Disney World numerous times and would like to share what she has learned about hotels, dining, best times to visit, and how to avoid long lines. She will give many special tips to help make your visit a trip to remember. The program will be held in the auditorium on Saturday, May 11, at 1:00 p.m.  Registration is not required, but if you have any questions, please contact us at 843-849-6161. 

Here are just a few of the travel books in our collection:

Guide to National Parks in the United States published by National Geographic Society is a very detailed book that has very useful information about camping, hiking, lodging, restaurants, wildlife, and just about anything else you could possibly imagine.  There are many maps and color photos.

If you dislike riding for hours on Interstate Highways, a book by Jamie Jensen is for you.  Road trip USA: Cross-country adventures on America's two-lane highways will show you multiple vacations choices while avoiding the Interstate.

       We have a wonderful series DK Eyewitness Travel.  This is one of the best series I've seen. It includes color photos, detailed maps, and information on sights, lodging, and dining.  Some of the titles in the series are Southwest USA and Las Vegas, New England, New Orleans, Singapore, Italy, Egypt and Back Roads Ireland. 




We also have Frommer's and Fodor's guides and books and DVDs by Rick Steves, the very popular PBS host. 

Don't forget to check our website to find travel books and DVDs for your vacation or call us at 843-849-6161.

Thanks for reading!

 

Busy, Busy, Busy!

December is probably the busiest month of the year for many people.  There are school activities, parties, cards to address, travel plans to make, out of town guests, extra cooking and cleaning, and shopping.  It sometimes can be overwhelming.  Here are a couple of books that help you relieve some of the stress that comes with the month of December.

Manage Your Stress: Overcoming Stress in the Modern World

by Joseph A. Shrand

Learn how to recognize and manage your stress.                                       

Fried: Why You Burn Out and How to Survive

by Joan Borysenko

Read personal accounts of burnout and recovery.

Don't forget to try to make some time for yourself and have some fun.  Read a funny book, work a jigsaw puzzle with your family, watch a good movie, or go for a hike in the woods or on a walk on the beach.  Remember the holidays are supposed to be fun!

Have you dreamed of publishing your own book someday?  Come to our workshop for writers next month to learn the secrets of self-publishing.  The program will be presented by Susan Sloate, a local author. She will be presenting her program twice:  Saturday, January 12 from 1-2 p.m. and Wednesday, January 16 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Following her program on Saturday there will be an informational session for our Library Critique Group at 2:30 to discuss group structure, expectations, and scheduling.  For additional information, please contact us at 843-849-6161.

To place holds on items, please visit our website, call 843-849-6161, or stop by the Reference Desk where we're always glad to help you find what you need.

Enjoy your Holidays, and thanks for reading.