Yesterday I received an exciting email from my editor at Roost Books. The very first cartons of my book, Adventures in Yarn Farming, have arrived at the warehouse. Any day now, I will hold a copy of my own book in my own hands for the first time. This is a big moment for me because, as some of you know, this book has been a long time coming and because the subject material of this book - sheep, wool, fiber-craft, knitting, farming, rural New England life - is central to who I am, my daily work and ultimately what feeds my soul.
I couldn't be more excited to share this news with you - and to share my book with the rest of the world, very, very soon.
My book will debut at the New York State Sheep & Wool Festival in Rhinebeck on October 19 & 20. I'll be autographing copies at the Merritt Booksellers Authors Event in building B, on both Saturday (from 1 - 3) and Sunday (from 2 - 3). I will bring the gorgeous samples of the knitting patterns (from favorite designers Kate Gilbert, Christa Giles, Lisa Lloyd, Marnie MacLean and Melissa Morgan-Oakes) from the book for display.
When I'm not at the authors event, you can find me in my booth, Foxfire Fiber & Designs, in building A, spaces 29-30 - my usual location. I'll have a colorful array of Cormo and Cormo blend yarns & fibers from my flock - and more copies of my book available.
To celebrate the launch, I'm offering the chance to win one 2014 membership to my farm's CSA Sheep Shares to those who visit me at Rhinebeck (at either the Merritts event or at my booth). Be sure to put your name in the drawing if you stop by.
Over the next two weeks I'll be sharing more glimpses of what my book holds in store. And I will offer a contest and prize drawing to celebrate this event with my blog readers, so stay tuned.
Will let you know when my very own first copy arrives. And in the meantime, you can learn more about Adventures in Yarn Farming here. My flock and I can't wait to share our farm's stories with you.
Barb:
I pre-ordered the book months ago when I somehow stumbled upon it on Amazon. Can't wait!
Sue
Posted by: Sue | October 04, 2013 at 02:31 PM
Fantastic news! I can't wait to get my copy!
Posted by: Manise | October 04, 2013 at 03:52 PM
Thanks, Sue!
Posted by: Barb | October 04, 2013 at 08:00 PM
I'm so excited for you, Barbara! Can't wait to get the book.
Posted by: Allison K | October 04, 2013 at 10:20 PM
Congratulations, Barb! Your book looks like it will be absolutely gorgeous.
Posted by: Valerie | October 04, 2013 at 10:59 PM
So exciting! I pre-ordered awhile back. I would love to buy a signed copy Barbara! It was my year for Rhinebeck but my plans had to change - I did post your booth location in another group of ravelry buddies and recommended that they come see you!
Posted by: Torre | October 05, 2013 at 12:14 AM
Hope you do a few signings in New England! Looking forward to your book, Ellie
Posted by: Ellie | October 05, 2013 at 07:33 AM
I took a peek at the Roost Books site. It looks lovely. Congratulations! It's on my Christmas list--can't wait to read it.
Posted by: Marcy | October 05, 2013 at 02:47 PM
Congratulations on the new book. Can't wait to have it in hand.
Posted by: Jenn | October 06, 2013 at 04:08 PM
Congratulations. I'm excited to curl up in my favorite chair and get lost in your story.
Posted by: Cheryl | October 08, 2013 at 10:00 AM
I would like to add my congrats to Barb for all of her work coming to fruition...for sharing her farming tales that we are eager to read. Save a copy for me! I will be at Rhinebeck on Saturday and its topping my list!
Ellen in NJ
Posted by: ellen | October 14, 2013 at 09:43 PM
Congratulations on your book. Will you be offering it as a Kindle book?
Posted by: Pat | October 21, 2013 at 09:14 AM
Thanks, Pat. And that's a good question I do not know the answer to it, though. I can ask the folks at Shambhala and let you know .
Posted by: Barb | October 26, 2013 at 08:46 AM