Truman Capote’s heartbreaking short story, “A Christmas Memory,” is a perennial favorite around this time of year, and Jill McCorkle — author of GOING AWAY SHOES — explains why she’s given countless copies as holiday presents over the years. The most memorable book I have ever given for a Christmas present is the wonderful editionContinue reading

Last Saturday our beloved author, Jill McCorkle, read at McIntyre’s Fine Books, just one of nearly 40 stops on her current book tour. McIntyre’s is located in Fearrington Village — a cool little community built on farmland dating back to the 1700s. It was the perfect fall morning for a cup of joe from TheContinue reading

The other weekend I had the opportunity to drive down to Greenville, SC to attend the SIBA (Southern Independent Booksellers Association) trade show.  Held across the country, these regional trade shows are a chance for booksellers, publishers, and authors to get together to network, share ideas, and learn about new and upcoming books. There areContinue reading