It’s hard for me to believe that this is my last monthly “Notes from the President’s Corner.” It’s been an honor to serve as president of DRS for the past two years, and as the new board begins their work, I know the chapter will be in terrific hands.
One of my favorite annual events is our chapter’s holiday luncheon.
This year, eleven of us gathered on December 3rd to celebrate our special community, talk about our writing goals for the coming year, present Elaine Munsch with a richly deserved Volunteer of the Year Award, and officially elect our new board:
President- Elaine Munsch
Vice-President/Publicist- Carol Preflatish
Secretary- Leanne Edelen
Treasurer- Patience Martin
Programs- Miki-Reilly Howe
Website/Membership- Susan Bell
Elaine Munsch – Volunteer of the Year!
Book Signing – Barnes and Noble
Prior to our luncheon, we had a delightful chapter book signing event at the Hurstbourne Barnes and Noble. The turnout was super, and we had such a good time talking with readers and signing our books! We’re grateful to Barnes and Noble for hosting this makeup event, which was originally scheduled to happen prior to the pandemic.
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Writing News
Carol Preflatish reports that she enjoyed a very successful year of selling books, having attended eight events in 2022.
Her next Nathan Perry book, MURDER IN MYSTIC HOLLOW, comes out in 2023.
Lynda Rees’ books, HEART OF THE MATTER and MAGNOLIA BLOSSOMS, Reggie Chronicles 2 and 3, launched this month in audiobooks and are available at audiobook retailers.
Lynn Slaughter will appear with Ellen Birkett Morris, award-winning author of LOST GIRLS, to discuss their work and sign books at Lexington’s Joseph Beth Booksellers on Saturday, January 28th, at 2 PM.
All for now. We wish you a beautiful holiday season and lots of great writing and reading in the New Year!