“Rose In A Storm” comes out next Tuesday, and I am excited about it. I’ll go with Rose to the Barnes & Noble in Saratoga, where I usually go on pub date to see my book in stores and to sign a few copies. This year I’m planning on bringing Rose, for her only appearance on the book tour. Rose isn’t into public appearances, and does not want to be your friend.

The novel was inspired by her. It is set on a farm in upstate New York and the narrator a border collie/working dog, is meant to capture the experience of being in the mind of a dog. I think, from the early reviews, that that was successful. I am proud of the book. It’s an awakening story, inspired by my experience with a dog who has grown, made decisions and changed. Rose lives the life of a dog, and that shows up in her consciousness. Anyway, the book tour begins next Tuesday and I can’t wait to get out there. Friday, October 8, 7 p.m., is the official kickoff of the book tour at the Northshire Bookstore in Manchester, Vt.

Couple of things i always say pre-book tour. I will sign anything – multiple books, sweatshirts, notecards (I will be bringing some Family Farm and Judy notecards to sell on the tour. Proceeds to benefit farm aid. They will cost $15 and will be sold by Redux Gallery in Doret, Vt. 802 867=4211).

Please do not bring dogs to my readings or bookstore events. I know people love their dogs, and the readings are usually fun and informal, but it is a literary reading,  and dogs are disruptive and distracting, to me and other people. So thanks in advance for respecting that. On all of my book tours, I love to take and answer questions. So bring some.