There have already been many kind words written about Safe at Home: A Season in the Valley, none more so than the review posted by Elizabeth Kipps in her blog, The Fair Base Ballist . Elizabeth's blog provides an interesting look at the world in general and baseball in particular, and it is now listed to the right under "Good Links."
Originally, I thought that folks who know me or who love Rebels baseball would like the book because they are biased after all, as Elizabeth freely admits. I've decided however, that such folks would be my toughest critics because of such familiarity. (Yeah, that's it!) Therefore, it is not beyond the bounds of modesty for me to post such positive reviews here. Besides, there is no out of bounds in baseball, anyway.
Seriously, though Elizabeth, your words mean a great deal to me; I cherish them.
Then, there was my good friend Kurt who's simple review was, "You'd have to be a concrete block not to enjoy this book!"
I mentioned earlier in the week that I would post photos from Saturday's book signing. I've never been one to duplicate efforts, however, and therefore, I will simply direct you to the photos posted by webmaster extraordinaire, Larry Heine on the Rebels' website. These were taken by Larry and Melissa Dodge.
Currently, Safe at Home is available at Extra Innings in Hagerstown and the Augusta Free Press in Waynesboro, VA. It will soon be available at other sites in Hagerstown and New Market, including the Johnny Appleseed Restaurant. I'll keep you posted in that regard.
I know that this posting went up much later in the day than usual, but Martha and I have been meeting with Chris and Crystal Graham, our publishers, down in Waynesboro, VA today. A nasty day for a trip, but a very productive meeting!
Thanks for the commendation! As for what I wrote... it really was my pleasure. :)
Posted by: Lizzy Kipps | January 22, 2010 at 07:22 PM