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.
ooooooh this looks good. I'd love to participate! :)
Posted by: laura | September 28, 2008 at 10:29 PM
I'd love to participate on the 22nd of Oct. Sounds great!
Posted by: Lindsay | September 28, 2008 at 10:40 PM
I would like to participate also!
Posted by: Lori Barnes | September 28, 2008 at 10:40 PM
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
Posted by: Darby Lohrding | September 28, 2008 at 10:45 PM
I am very interested in participating and this book looks amazing.
Posted by: annie | September 28, 2008 at 10:57 PM
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!
Posted by: Stacie | September 28, 2008 at 11:26 PM
I'd love to participate but I've never done it before. I hope that's ok. Thank you.
Posted by: Sandra | September 29, 2008 at 12:46 AM
I would love to participate and read the book. Thank you!
Posted by: Gayle Weiswasser | September 29, 2008 at 01:15 AM
I had a lot of fun with Run and would love to participate in this one as well!
Posted by: Ruth | September 29, 2008 at 01:25 AM
Count me in! Sounds great! And thanks, as always.
Posted by: anne | September 29, 2008 at 03:20 AM
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!
Posted by: Julie P. | September 29, 2008 at 07:11 AM
I'd like to participate too.
Posted by: Michelle B | September 29, 2008 at 08:18 AM
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!
Posted by: Dawn | September 29, 2008 at 08:40 AM
I've been dying to read this - and I'd love to chat with Ms. Michel! Thank you!
Posted by: Gwendolyn | September 29, 2008 at 09:09 AM
I'd love to participate--I enjoyed the last show quite a bit. :)
Posted by: Julie E. | September 29, 2008 at 09:11 AM
I would like to participate if it is not too late.
Posted by: | September 29, 2008 at 10:22 AM
I would like to participate.
Posted by: Seaside Book Worm | September 29, 2008 at 10:24 AM
I'd love to participate if there are any books left. Thanks!
Posted by: Lisa C | September 29, 2008 at 10:29 AM
I already have the book Jennifer so I don't need a copy but I'd still love to participate in the discussion. Thanks.
Posted by: Darlene | September 29, 2008 at 10:36 AM
I would love to participate if there are copies available.
Posted by: Serena (Savvy Verse & Wit) | September 29, 2008 at 10:41 AM
Sounds like a great book that will make an interesting discussion. I'd be interested in joining if there are books still available. But if not, I'm sure I will be reading this soon as I've added to my tbr.
Posted by: Michele | September 29, 2008 at 02:43 PM
This sounds like a terrific book club (as well as personal) read!!
My BFF and I just worked on our 50th High School Class reunion and had a blast!
Please pick me!!
Many thanks!
Posted by: Jayne K. | September 29, 2008 at 03:44 PM
I would love to participate if you have any spots left!
Posted by: Bonnie | September 29, 2008 at 05:53 PM
Thanks everyone for your enthusiastic response, I think this is going to be a terrific discussion. For more on the book jacket, which Dawn mentioned, you can watch a video of the photo shoot for the cover here!: http://www.harpercollins.com/books/9780060817367/The_Safety_of_Secrets/index.aspx
Posted by: Book Club Girl | September 30, 2008 at 12:07 AM
If there are still copies available, I'd love to participate!
Posted by: Anna | October 01, 2008 at 01:23 PM