Archive for July, 2010

Published by admin on 29 Jul 2010

Wallace J. Swenson in Portland over Labor Day!

There are two wonderful opportunities to meet Wallace J. Swenson over Labor Day for Portland, OR residents.

On Saturday, Sept. 4 from 11am-noon he will have a table in front of St Johns Booksellers at the St Johns Farmers Market. Enjoy fresh, locally-grown food and flowers, listen to the Market’s weekly poetry series, and meet Wallace to discuss his new novel, Morgan’s Pasture, or anything else under the summer sun.

On Sunday, Sept. 5 at 2pm Wallace will hold a reading from Morgan’s Pasture, followed by a discussion and book signing, at St Johns Booksellers.

St Johns Booksellers

8622 N. Lombard St.

Portland, OR 97203

503-283-0032

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Published by admin on 24 Jul 2010

The Impact of Summer Library Reading Programs article

Here is a link to an interesting article by Delaware’s public library system. It discusses the “summer slide” students fall into during the summer months and the need for summer reading programs to keep the fires of literary passion burning.

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Published by admin on 22 Jul 2010

Wallace J. Swenson signing in Tigard, OR Labor Day Weekend

Wallace is a busy man these days. He’s now adding a fourth state to his signing tour of Morgan’s Pasture, which is continually receiving rave reviews and garnering interest in every town he visits. So Portland-area residents should be in for quite a treat. See our calendar for other events and see below for information about this wonderful opportunity.

 

When: Saturday, September 4th, 2pm

Where: Borders

                7227 SW Bridgeport Road
                 Tigard, OR 97224

                 503.968.7576

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Published by admin on 21 Jul 2010

Wallace J. Swenson to present to Central Oregon Writers Guild

Central Oregon Writers Guild has invited Wallace J. Swenson to read from Morgan’s Pasture and to present to the Guild on June 23, 2011. Mark your calendars! This will be an incredible event with an honored Guild and an excellent opportunity for Wallace to share his talents and vision with Oregon writers. More information to come as the date nears and the program is decided…

 

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Published by admin on 19 Jul 2010

KPMX radio interview with Wallace Swenson

Our thanks go to radio KPMX of Sterling, Colorado, and morning radio host Andy for the audio of his recent warm-hearted, thought-provoking interview with Wallace J. Swenson, author of Morgan’s Pasture. KPMX was voted Colorado Broadcasters Association Station of the Year for the last two years, and we think they are on track for a third. We invite you to tune in and enjoy a great conversation about a great book. Then take Andy’s advice and put Morgan’s Pasture on your summer reading list!

Click here to play KPMX interview with Wallace Swenson

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Published by admin on 18 Jul 2010

Wallace J. Swenson reading in Idaho Falls garners accolades and KIFI interview

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Author Wallace Swenson. Photo by William Swenson.

Wallace J. Swenson’s appearance in the Barnes and Noble in Idaho Falls on July 17 was a striking success! He charmed the public with his reading and discussion of his novel Morgan’s Pasture, garnering interest and sales for the book, new members to his writing group, and a wonderful article with Idaho Falls’ KIFI Channel 8. Click here to read the article and watch the news clip.

Wallace has readings booked at various locations across the west. Check our news page for future events and media coverage as they unfold.

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Published by admin on 14 Jul 2010

Wallace in Logan, UT

Another wonderful opportunity to see Wallace J. Swenson read from Morgan’s Pasture!

When: August 28, 2-4pm

Where: Borders

                1050 N Main St. Suite B-2

                 Logan, UT 84341

                  435.787.0678

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Published by admin on 12 Jul 2010

Joint reading at Barnes and Noble near Salt Lake City- Sept. 18

Wallace J. Swenson, author of Morgan’s Pasture, and Patti Sherlock, author of A Dog For All Seasons, will be giving a joint reading/book signing at Barnes and Noble- Gateway Crossing near Salt Lake City on Sept. 18! Both wonderful books are perfect for adults and teens, and both authors are engaging speakers.  As an added bonus, Patti will be bringing her dog, whom her book is about, to the event! Don’t miss it!

When: Saturday, Sept. 18, 1-3pm

Where: Barnes and Noble- Gateway Crossing

               340 South 500 West

               West Bountiful, UT 84087
                801-299-8255

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Published by admin on 05 Jul 2010

Wallace J. Swenson in Borders: Bozeman, MT on Aug. 21!

An exciting opportunity for Montana residents to see Wallace speak! He will be at the Borders store in Bozeman, MT on Aug. 21! Morgan’s Pasture is presently on a three-state tour, with more great events in other western states soon to come! But, until then, check him out in Bozeman…

When: Saturday, August 21 at 2pm

Where: Borders

                2855 N. 18th Ave.

                Bozeman, MT 59718

                406-552-9787

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