In the rush of Monday deadlines I didn’t even notice that yesterday marked the one-year anniversary of the release of War Bonds: Love Stories from the Greatest Generation.
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The Facebook Memories app reminded me and as I pored over pictures of that special day, I was overwhelmed.
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A mixture of joy and sadness flooded my soul. Joy at the fabulous launch at Auntie’s Bookstore. Joy at the fact that the first print run sold out in a month. Joy at the relief of finally seeing my book baby in the hands of readers.
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And sadness that so many of the people featured in War Bonds have passed away in the year since publication.
But mostly what I’m feeling is profound gratitude. Thank you so much to all of you who were part of that amazing book launch on February 22, 2015. Thank you to readers who savor these stories and understand their importance. Thank you to booksellers, civic clubs, retirement communities etc.who’ve invited me to come and do readings. And thank you to those of you who’ve written reviews on Amazon or Goodreads.
The love stories of the Greatest Generation will live on because of you.
Cindy Hval 
Happy Bookiversary!!!
Thank you, Julie! I’m so delighted at the fabulous reception your book baby is receiving!