INSPIRATION

Getting excited for the release of IDAhope: Inspiration from the Gem State. I had someone write me recently and give me their book idea for a compilation of inspiring stories by local authors. I was way ahead of her, but apparently we need to get the word out there. IDAhope is something I'm planning to offer every year.

Come join us this year at Borders in the mall on October 15 from 7:00-9:00 to celebrate the release and meet contributing authors. The cover turned out gorgeous, thanks to our amazing designer Tara Mayberry. This is definitely a book that would make a great gift.

LEGACY OF WORDS

This Saturday I will be "the baby" on a panel for authors wanting to write their memoirs. Makes me think of Jamie Lee Curtis's book When I Was Little: A Four-Year-Old's Memoir of Her Youth. I may not have the experience to write my own memoir yet, but I have the means to help authors get theirs published. Here is the info on the event:

When it comes time to leave a "legacy of words" to family, friends, or the whole world, senior writers often are stymied. In addition to the work of writing itself, they may want professional help with editing, design or illustration. Then they face a mind-boggling set of publication options.

The Cabin and the Idaho Writer's Guild steps up to give guidance. On Saturday, July 17, they present a panel of senior authors, editors, and a publisher to shed light on the writing and publication process. Paneleists George Klein, Rachel Tanner, Jean Terra, and Angela Meuser, and moderator Diane Ronayne will offer advice and inspiration to would-be authors about bringing their legacy of words to light. The event, which includes a book-signing, will be held at The Cabin, 801 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise from 2 to 4. It is free of charge. For more information, visit www.idahowritersguild.com or contact Diane Ronayne at 336-2128 or dianeronayne@gmail.com

Borderline has a few memoirs releaseing soon. Look for Letting Go by Cynthia Anne White, Long Trail Headed Home by Gene Monaghan, The Lover and the Madman by Joel Klingensmith, and Overcoming All Obstacles by Roger Rizzo. Currently available are Phyllis Vavold's Grace For the Raging Storm and Jonathan Craig's You Are the Reason.