Three books events in the bag, more to go! My wife, Denise Kiernan, hits the road this week for another book event to promote her trio of titles about the creation of the Thanksgiving holiday. This time, her conversation partner in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, tomorrow, will be none other than yours truly. Yes, I know you’re excited. But do try to keep your cool. The interview portion will be brief. It’s billed as a family event, which means that after we talk, she’ll be showing some folks and their kids how to construct a gratitude wreath. Should be a fun event. The dates and times are all listed below…
Once again I’ll mention that these three books—one 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 six dates in six different cities.
Here are the remaining ones:
The book for young readers
Winston-Salem, NC
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
7:00 PM
Calvary Moravian Church, 600 Holly Avenue Northwest, Winston Salem, NC 27101
Denise is in conversation with award-winning kids’ book author Joseph D’Agnese at a book event sponsored by 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. The event is free, but the bookstore requests that you register here.
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 Gratitude Tour: Books By The Banks in Cincinnati
Saturday, November 18, 2023
10:00 AM 4:00 PM
Duke Energy Convention Center, 525 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202
Denise participates in Cincinnati’s “Books By The Banks” book festival. In addition to signing copies of We Gather Together and other books throughout the day, Denise will be on a panel with some amazing authors to discuss books for young readers.
The event is being held at the Duke Energy Convention Center in downtown Cincinnati. For more information on location, authors, panels, and more, visit the festival website.
The picture book for little kids.
Photo of Denise by me.