My wife, Denise Kiernan, hits the road tomorrow for what will be the first of a couple of trips to promote her trio of books about the creation of the Thanksgiving holiday. As I’ve said before, these three books—one read for three different ages, kids, little kids, and adults—are NOT the story of Pilgrims and Native Americans. It’s a way better story than that. It touches on the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln, and the crusading woman editor who lobbied for a national day of gratitude. (You can click on the images to learn about the books; affiliate links).
The book for adults.
Right now, the book tour includes four dates in four different cities, but there are at least two more on the way.
Here are the ones we have now:
The book for young readers
Charleston, SC
Thursday, October 19, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Buxton Books, 160 King Street, Charleston, SC, 29401
Denise is in conversation with Laura Mina, Head Librarian at the Charleston Library Society, at the delightful Buxton Books to discuss the latest addition to Denise’s gratitude family read, We Gather Together (Young Readers Edition). Denise will also discuss her picture book, Giving Thanks, and the adult version of We Gather Together. All ages welcome! Q&A and signing to follow.
Southern Pines, NC
Sunday, October 22, 2023
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The Country Bookshop, 140 Northwest Broad Street, Southern Pines, NC, 28387
Denise visits one of her favorite spots, The Country Bookshop, in downtown Southern Pines to discuss the latest addition to her gratitude family read.
Winston-Salem, NC
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Bookmarks, 634 W. Fourth St. #110, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101
Denise is in conversation with award-winning kids’ book author Joseph D’Agnese at the always delightful Bookmarks in downtown Winston-Salem to discuss the latest addition to her gratitude family read. She will also share how to make a gratitude wreath for your table this season.
Knoxville, TN
Saturday, November 11, 2023
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Union Ave. Books, 517 Union Ave., Knoxville, TN 37902
Denise returns to Knoxville, Tennessee, to visit Union Ave Books and discuss the latest addition to her gratitude family read.
The picture book for little kids.
Photo of Denise by me.