I had to chuckle reading about the graciousness of mature confident writers and the diva tendencies of some other writers. I helped organize many author readings as chief librarian in Nelson, BC and I have met both types. One of the most gracious was the late Carol Shields. She came to our small city right after winning a Pulitzer prize and we had to move the venue to accomodate the 80+ locals who showed up. I had the privilege, along with a colleague, if sharing a meal with her and she spent it asking questions about us..
Exactly right, Deb! Carol Shields was, as they say, a class act, a gracious and genuine human being. How wonderful it is for you to have had that special time with her!
I had to chuckle reading about the graciousness of mature confident writers and the diva tendencies of some other writers. I helped organize many author readings as chief librarian in Nelson, BC and I have met both types. One of the most gracious was the late Carol Shields. She came to our small city right after winning a Pulitzer prize and we had to move the venue to accomodate the 80+ locals who showed up. I had the privilege, along with a colleague, if sharing a meal with her and she spent it asking questions about us..
Exactly right, Deb! Carol Shields was, as they say, a class act, a gracious and genuine human being. How wonderful it is for you to have had that special time with her!