I'm looking forward to the American Library Association's Annual Conference in New Orleans this weekend. If you'll be there, too, I'd love to meet you. Please join me for a book signing of Where the Water Meets the Sand at the Independent Book Publishers Association booth (#3548) from 11 - 11:30 am on Sunday, June 24. … [Read more...]
Review in Midwest Book Review’s “Reviewer’s Bookwatch”
We are pleased to announce that Where the Water Meets the Sand has recently been reviewed in the 2017 issue of Midwest Book Review's online book review magazine "Reviewer's Bookwatch." The review is available here. "An extraordinary and impressively candid account, Where the Water Meets the Sand is a compelling read from cover to cover and will prove to be an enduringly popular and valued addition to both community and academic library Contemporary American Biography collections. Thoughtful, … [Read more...]
Transforming the Culture of Mental Health
Today I enjoyed speaking at the Stone Oak Rotary Club luncheon meeting, in honor of World Mental Health Day. My comments focused on the impact of mental illness on the lives of millions of Americans and the reality that mental illness can affect anyone. In fact, at some point, about one in four Americans will experience a mental health issue, either personally or through the experience of a family member or friend. Even though mental illness is pervasive, as a society, … [Read more...]
Where the Water Meets the Sand in Publishers Weekly – August 28, 2017
Where the Water Meets the Sand in Publishers Weekly - August 28, 2017 … [Read more...]
Decker Family Reunion
This past weekend I had the privilege of attending the Decker reunion, a gathering of extended family members related to me on my Daddy’s side. For me, these gatherings always bring back a torrent of wonderful old memories. They also give me hope for the future, as I get to witness first-hand the enthusiasm and promise of a new generation, with all their gifts, aspirations and dreams for their own lives. Since turning 70 in June, I’ve thought a great deal about the important role various … [Read more...]
