Book Signing and Discussion at Ernest and Hadley for PRODIGAL DAUGHTERS


 Join me Tuesday, September 20th 2022 back at Ernest and Hadley Booksellers in Tuscaloosa for another book signing and reading:


I will be reading from the second book in The Blanchard Series PRODIGAL DAUGHTERS. I will discuss both books 1 & 2 as well as the future for the series.  I'll answer questions and sign books for anyone wishing it. I am really looking forward to meeting more fans of the Blanchard series.

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