A lot of my job involves going around to middle schools and talking to boys and girls about my books and about writing in general. And, almost since the Undertakers were first introduced, my bookselling partner on this adventure has been Karenne Snow.
I’ve honestly lost count of the number of schools Karenne and I have visited, with her sitting beside me and selling signed books to literally thousands of kids. Through it all, her good humor and enthusiasm have been of tremendous benefit. Whether the sales at a particular event were strong or poor, Karenne was always faithfully there at my side.
She retired in November of 2014 and, while I’m so happy to see her starting on this new chapter in her life, I will sorely miss my favorite bookseller.
And my friend.