Authors and PowerPoint

On Tuesday morning upon arriving, I met a local author who is in the process of publishing a book. She has asked me to read her manuscript and let her know what I think about it. Believe it or not, I felt excited to be a part of such an assignment. I see the value in literature especially from someone who is looking for an honest review.
After speaking with the author, I found out about her life and why she is interested in that field.

Later, I was reviewing a DVD-Rom that I received on an Interlibrary Loan from Fairfield where they received from Sacred Heart's library. I find the reQuest catalog very, very valuable for finding text and books at any library in the state with a quick search inquiry. I even love how they tell you how far away the found library is from your location.
I showed this to the Media Specialist and Media Assistant who took some time and found some interest in David Byrnes work in PowerPoint because it is so different.

Toward the end of my day there, I was asked to take three Special Education students to see a presentation from the author Peter Abrahams in the auditorium where other classes also heard his stories. Not only was it nice to spend time with these students but also to hear the lecture from the author.
The author gave a detailed account of some portions of his life. He made the audience aware of his other works with a sense of pride. What I liked most about the lecture was when he read his book! That was what I remember most. This is a key idea about book talks. I would like to read a portion of each one:)