As an author, I have to say that nothing makes my heart sing more than when someone reads my book and likes it well enough to give it high praise. And getting the stamp of approval by an expert is the icing on the icing on the icing on the cake. My memoir, "Teaching in the Dark" recently came in as a Page Turner Finalist for Best Debut Novel, Best Memoir, and Best Cover. So it's in the running! I will find out sometime in November if my book wins a Gold, Silver, or Bronze award.

Adding to my joy is the book tour I am embarking on soon -- October 19-27, from Seattle to Nome, to Shishmaref, and then to Juneau. All information and updates are posted on my website: https://genetsimone.com