A few weeks back I introduced you to Cassidy Klein and her incredible project through the Girl Scouts of America to create a library at the Joshua Station transitional housing facility here in Denver. The Tattered Cover bookstore collected donated books for the project and even donated one new book for every 10 books brought in.

I had the wonderful opportunity last week to attend the Grand Opening of the library. I was so honored to be there. Cassidy worked very hard to create this special place filled with books and comfy couches.  The library is a beautiful space for families facing difficult times to share with their children. It was truly touching to see the joy on the faces of the children as they celebrated this event.

I’m so proud of Cassidy and the amazing work she has done. She’s truly using her gifts to help other.

So grateful for this week. I’ve heard from 7 local bookstores that are interested in carrying the book – including The Tattered Cover. And due to great reviews, the book has now been listed as an Amazon Prime product. I’m excited to see where God leads me!

 

My first book event at the Fort Collins Old Town Library.

Not many people in attendance but sold a few books and was able to network.

 

This week has been amazingly exciting for me with the long anticipated release of my book. The positive reviews and encouragement I have received from family and friends has been overwhelming.  I have been so blessed to work with the amazing staff at Pauline Books and Media which is run by the Sisters of St. Paul. Everyone there has been so helpful, professional and knowledgeable. Working with them has been a wonderful experience.

But alongside the joy has been some frustration. Amazon has not been able to list the book correctly so people can purchase it. The kindle version can be purchased but not the paperback. For a week the staff at Pauline has been emailing and calling trying to get the problem fixed to no avail. Since Amazon is a major player in the marketplace getting this fixed is critical to the success of the book.

But now I’ve heard that Pauline has resorted to their secret weapon, which helped the last time they had an issue with Amazon – a nun blast. This is where all the Daughters of St. Paul email Amazon with the same message. Watch out Amazon – the nuns have been activated!

I’ll keep you updated on the progress. In the meantime, if you are wanting to purchase a book you can through the Pauline website – store.pauline.org.

Blessings,

Leslea

 

 

Order on Amazon or at Pauline Books and Media!

Pre-orders available now on Amazon.

Available at www.Pauline.org starting Saturday!

 

Ten days and counting until the release of The Perfect Blindside!