Announcing My Next Book Club Girl on Air Show with DeLaune Michel, author of The Safety of Secrets

Those of you who listened to my show last week with Ann Patchett know that my next show will feature DeLaune Michel, author of the novel The Safety of Secrets. The novel tells the story of Fiona and Patricia, who meet in first grade and form a friendship that will last into adulthood. Years later, when Fiona is married and Patricia a famous actress, a secret from their past emerges and threatens to destroy the bond that has kept them close for so many years. Author Dani Shapiro said of The Safety of Secrets: "Written with tremendous narrative velocity, The Safety of Secrets is almost impossible to put down. DeLauné Michel has crafted a story that manages to be several things at once: a hilarious inside look at Hollywood, a nuanced portrait of a friendship and its secrets, and a moving testament to the powerful effects of a destructive mother."

I can't wait for this show, not only is DeLaune a wonderful writer, she also runs a series of author events in NYC called Spoken Interludes so I know our conversation will be terrific. Check out DeLaune's website and her blog, an interview with her about the novel, and the reading group guide. The first 15 people to comment on this post that they'd like to participate in the show with DeLaune on Wednesday, October 22nd at 7 pm EST will receive a free copy of The Safety of Secrets. Set a reminder for the show here.

Comments

[laura]

ooooooh this looks good. I'd love to participate! :)

[Lindsay]

I'd love to participate on the 22nd of Oct. Sounds great!

[Lori Barnes]

I would like to participate also!

[Darby Lohrding]

Hi Jen,
Count me in!!! I'm still good friends with my grade school "best friend". Neither of us are actresses, yet who knows what the future holds! :)
Thank you Jen for doing these book chats with the author each month...I love them!!!
Darby

[annie]

I am very interested in participating and this book looks amazing.

[Stacie]

I have been interested in this book. I love stories about friendships. The saying goes...you have to be my friend because you know too much! Count me in!

[Sandra]

I'd love to participate but I've never done it before. I hope that's ok. Thank you.

[Gayle Weiswasser]

I would love to participate and read the book. Thank you!

[Ruth]

I had a lot of fun with Run and would love to participate in this one as well!

[anne]

Count me in! Sounds great! And thanks, as always.

[Julie P.]

I've already read and reviewed this book:

http://bookingmama.blogspot.com/2008/07/review-safety-of-secrets.html

I don't need the book, but I'd still like to participate!

[Michelle B]

I'd like to participate too.

[Dawn]

I've checked my calendar, and the 22nd looks clear ... I'd love to read this book and participate in the chat. The cover photo on *The Safety of Secrets* invites me in!

[Gwendolyn]

I've been dying to read this - and I'd love to chat with Ms. Michel! Thank you!

[Julie E.]

I'd love to participate--I enjoyed the last show quite a bit. :)

I would like to participate if it is not too late.

[Seaside Book Worm]

I would like to participate.

[Lisa C]

I'd love to participate if there are any books left. Thanks!

[Darlene]

I already have the book Jennifer so I don't need a copy but I'd still love to participate in the discussion. Thanks.

[Serena (Savvy Verse & Wit)]

I would love to participate if there are copies available.