I look forward to seeing more migrants. These avian adventurers, lengthening days, and other signs of early spring have me anticipating warm-weather sojourns as well.

It's especially exciting when a particular excursion has been years in the making!

I'm delighted to announce that the Belgian Sites Tour inspired by the 9th Chloe Ellefson Mystery, The Lacemaker's Secret, is a go! The special event will take place---live and in-person---on Saturday, July 9, 2022.

A full day of programming by the amazing folks at the Belgian Heritage Center in Door County, Wisconsin will provide exclusive insights into the world Chloe explored in the the book.

Highlights include a Great Fire Presentation, a lunch featuring traditional Belgian food, and a guided bus tour of the Namur National Landmark Historic District. I'll also provide a behind-the-scenes program about The Lacemaker's Secret.

Space for this unique experience is limited. Click HERE for more information, and to register. I'm excited!

The Weaver's Revenge: Behind the Scenes

Tuesday, March 15, 7 PM CST - Zoom Program

Hear about the themes, ideas, and artifacts that inspired The Weaver's Revenge, the 11th Chloe Ellefson Mystery, and enjoy a virtual visit to the Hanka Homestead. For more information about this free program, and to register, click HERE.

During a recent fiction workshop, one student mentioned she'd enrolled in hopes of rekindling the creative spark that once, before COVID, brought her joy. I suspect that most of us have had moments of similar struggle over the past few years.

I can't speak for my students, but I find that gathering even virtually with story-minded folks is energizing. And planning programs like the Belgian Sites Tour lets me anticipate the pleasure of sharing a day in person with readers.

In this season of renewal, I hope you all gift yourself the space needed to indulge in your own passion, whatever it may be.

Happy reading,

PS: I've got another special tour in the works. Look for another announcement soon!

Over the years Kathleen's work has earned many honors, including a National Park Service Residency, a Daughters of the American Revolution National Award for Literature, a Major Achievement Award from the Council for Wisconsin Writers, the Sterling North Award for Excellence in Children's Literature, an Emmy for Children's Educational TV, Edgar Allan Poe and Agatha Christie mystery award nominations . . . and more.

Photos by Pixabay and the Belgian Heritage Center

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