by Richard Seldin In my early 20s, I’d imagined becoming a creative writer. This notion was mainly expressed in a few poorly written, unpublished short stories and poems, a number of rambling notes scribbled on paper napkins, and hitchhiking trips—a… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Jennie Cottrell
Random Pirates and Writing Groups
by Exhibiting Author Penelope Aaron When people find out that I’ve written a book, a lot of them will tell me that they’ve always wanted to write one. “Go for it!” I say. But there is a lot more to… Continue Reading
Q&A with Featured Author Tom Glenn
by Larry Matthews This is Tom Glenn ‘s second year as a presenting author at the Gaithersburg Book Festival. His new book, “The Trion Syndrome,” is the latest in his series of novels based on the lasting wounds of war. Tell us about “The Trion Syndrome.” What can… Continue Reading
A Review of “Coral Reefs” by Featured Author Maris Wicks
by Jennifer Nicholson Happy Belated Pub Day to Maris Wicks ’s beautiful, educational and awesome graphic novel “Coral Reefs.” This is the latest edition of the Science Comics series from First Second. “Coral Reefs” includes a great foreword from Randi Rotjan, Ph.D., an Associate Research Scientist… Continue Reading
The Gaithersburg Book Festival & Homewood Suites
from Homewood Suites The city’s 7th annual Gaithersburg Book Festival is right around the corner! On Saturday, May 21, 2016, book lovers — from best-selling authors to readers of all ages — will travel from across the country to… Continue Reading
50 and Counting… Holiday Book Drive Deemed a Success
by Kay Hechler Our kids love to read!! This is a wonderful reality in our community, and we can thank the City of Gaithersburg; Ms. Stephanie Brant, principal of the Gaithersburg Elementary School and the Gaithersburg Book Festival for helping to… Continue Reading
Discovering the Gaithersburg Book Festival…
by Megan Wessell I had lived in Gaithersburg for a couple years when I discovered the Gaithersburg Book Festival in 2014. I had wanted to go since I moved to this city but hadn’t ever made it. I couldn’t believe… Continue Reading
Opportunity for Deeper Connection with Authors and Illustrators
by Melissa A. McDonald, MLS As an elementary school librarian, my favorite part of the Gaithersburg Book Festival is the opportunity to listen to the children’s book authors and illustrators read their books and talk about their inspiration and their… Continue Reading
Book Recommendations from GBFs Past…
by Teresa Hughes Do you have any non-fiction readers in your family? If so, two fascinating books were presented at the Gaithersburg Book Festival this year that you may want to consider recommending. They provided firsthand experiences about two Washington,… Continue Reading
Marisa de los Santos Talks Characters, Hobbies and Being Married to a Writer
by Christine Koubek Marisa de los Santos , author of New York Times bestsellers “Love Walked In,” “Belong to Me” and “Falling Together,” is also an award-winning poet with a Ph.D. in literature and creative writing. Her latest novel, “The Precious One,” is an insightful story about two sisters who share a father, but have… Continue Reading