Books

It is always nice to spend an evening with one of the people who fascinates you in so many ways. Last night I took a short reprieve from the hustle and bustle to see - probably my favorite author - Jeffery Deaver appear at the Baldwin Public Library in Birmingham, MI. It was a fun presentation by Mr. Deaver.

I have now seen Mr. Deaver on three separate occasions over the years. I try to make my rounds to see the various authors that I read and/or collect. By far Jeffery Deaver is the nicest and most personable author I have met. He seems genuinely appreciative of our interest in his work, not just the almighty dollar. Each time I have seen him he appears to thoroughly enjoy speaking to the crowd and interacting with people who take the time to attend his appearances.

I understand that anything read by the person who wrote it can sound more fluid than water, but listening to him read from his latest (Lincoln Rhyme) novel The Cold Moon did create a significant urge to drop everything and read it.

I have taken a recent hiatus from Thriller Fiction and explored other areas of writing. After having read almost nothing but Suspense/Thriller novels for three years, the stories seemed to all blend together. All but Jeffery Deaver's, and I made the mistake of lumping his together with other writers who grew monotonous. His books excite me. The feelings and reactions he incites in me as I read are why I read books. They are also why I want to write. Someday I hope to provide a reading experience like the ones that Jeffery Deaver has provided to me in so many of his books.

If you have the chance, pick up a Jeffery Deaver novel and thumb through it. I do recommend them.

If you're interested in a few pictures from last night's engagement, they are available here.