Bahamian Tweens Get Island Fiction!

Last week I had the opportunity to combine some Island Fiction PR with a family vacation to the Bahamas. With the help of SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators) Regional Assistant, Rosemarie Johnson Clarke I was able to visit St. Andrew's Private School and present IF to about 60 - 70 "tweens". Since then the demand was so persistent, the librarian ordered the series from Amazon because she could not wait for them to be ordered through the local book stores!
It was a privilege to enjoy the direct experience of the books' universal appeal. A good story transcends boundaries and national loyalties. I also encouraged our young fans to check us out via Face Book and links there.
My sincere desire is Island Fiction will one day
publish a title set in the Bahamas, by a Bahamian author.

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