A Book Signing at Buttonwood

Hello, dear friends.  We woke up to a positively gorgeous Sunday morning.  I told the Mister that it's time to ditch the storm windows and bring on the screens.  There's nothing I love more than to sleep with the windows open.

If you have been reading my blog for awhile, you know that I love to go to book signings.  It is even more enjoyable when I am familiar with the author's books.  

A couple of weeks ago, my buddy, Annie and I attended a book signing supper at one of my favorite bookstores, Buttonwood Books in Cohasset.  I had so much fun at the last Breakfast with the Authors, I looked forward to attending some events this year.

The authors in attendance were Abby Fabiaschi and Jessica Shattuck.  I read I Liked My Life and couldn't put it down. 

    The Women In The Castle was released the day of the signing.  After Jessica's talk, I downloaded it when I got home. 

Annie is a voracious reader and this is her favorite bookstore.  She got a kick out of this book's title because her Mister's name is Bob.

If you're looking for a fabulous selection of children's books, Buttonwood is the place to be.

Not only does Buttonwood have a wonderful selection of books, they house darling gifts and fashion accessories.  

Whenever I need a hostess gift, I head to Buttonwood.

Aren't these votives adorable?

This is Abby on the right and her bestie who just happens to live in Cohasset.  

We noshed on delicious sandwiches and wine.  

Kathy Detwiler is the owner of Buttonwood.  She is so warm and always does a great job welcoming everyone and introducing the authors.  She also has a top-notch accommodating staff.

The Women In The Castle is Jessica's third book.  Her debut novel, The Hazards of Good Breeding and her second one, Perfect Life: A Novel have received very good reviews.  Jessica shared with us her writing process.  She said that she writes at least 2 hours a day to keep the momentum going.  She worked on her present book for over seven years.

   

I Liked My Life is Abby's first novel.  She spoke of losing her beloved father at an early age and how that event shaped her life and led to her writing.

Both authors said that they begin writing the characters and let the plot come later.  I thought that was pretty interesting - I thought it was just the opposite.  

It was a delightful evening and I look forward to attending Breakfast With The Authors in May featuring Anita Shreve, The Stars Are Fire, Randy Susan Meyers, The Widow of Wall Street, and Stephen P. Kiernan, The Baker's Secret.  Rumor has it, Stephen is a hunk.  Eye candy plus great books - sounds like the perfect combo for a fabulous morning!

Until next time...