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Hello All,

It is almost summer 2008, which means it's time for my new book, THE ART OF KEEPING SECRETS to come out. It also means heat-n-humidity (that's one word here in the south), baseball, and kids begging me to take them to do "something fun."

In the midst of creating "summer fun," I am excited about THE ART OF KEEPING SECRETS. I am honored that Romantic Times chose THE ART OF KEEPING SECRETS as their June Top Pick, and that Booklist said (about this novel) "Henry gently draws readers into her books and keeps them fully engaged...." Years ago, I said I wanted to write a book about a woman who started an entirely new life. Little did I know the novel would end up being about the things we believe in – and how we continue to believe in them --- even in the face of adversity. And, in the words of Forrest Gump – "that's all I have to say about that." You'll have to discover the rest by reading this new novel.

My BEACH BOUND BOOK TOUR (see schedule below) will take me to many old haunts and some new locations that I am looking forward to visiting. Please come out and meet me on these stops. Despite rumor, book tours are not glamorous and I just thrive on friendly faces and smiles. We can talk about my story, or yours, or anything you want!

Along the way, my publisher will be giving away an absolutely gorgeous "Memory Jar," which is full of shell soaps. You can then fill the jar with your own memories (this will make much more sense after you read the novel). At each bookstore, we will give away a jar. Even if you stop by just to enter to win, you can pretend you came to see me!

If you're near Atlanta on June 2^nd, come on out for a pre-release launch party, which will benefit something dear to my heart -- scholarships for children to take writing classes at the Literature Center at the Margaret Mitchell House (details below).

Before I sign off, I want to thank every single one of you who have sent me your beautiful notes, cards and emails. My heart is full of your beautiful words. I also cannot express my gratitude enough for those of you who come to events, signings and readings. There are a million blessings in the writing life -- but all of you are counted among the top.

Warm Wishes,

Patti Callahan Henry

Since a solo plane crash killed her husband two years ago, Annabelle Murphy has found solace in raising her two children. Just when she thinks the grief is behind her, she receives the news that the wreckage of the plane has been discovered -- and that her husband did not die alone. He was with another woman. Suddenly Annabelle is forced to question everything she once held true.

Sofie Milstead knows the woman who was on that plane. A dolphin researcher who has lived a quiet life, Sofie has never let anyone get too close. But when Annabelle shows up on Sofie's doorstep full of painful questions, both women must confront their intertwining pasts...and find the courage they need to face the truth.

-Click here to read an excerpt.
-Click here to pre-order your copy.

You and your best friend are invited to share or hold on to your best kept secrets at a pre-release Booksigning event with national bestselling author Patti Callahan Henry celebrating her fifth novel THE ART OF KEEPING SECRETS
7-9 PM

LOCATION OF PARTY: Festivity at the Forum
5145 Peachtree Parkway
Norcross, GA 30092
Books available for sale and signing

Proceeds to benefit children's scholarships for writing classes at the Center for Southern Literature at the Margaret Mitchell House
• First 50 guests will receive gift bags (Shhhhhhhhh...)
• Door prizes, including a beach bag full of secret delights
• Nibbles and Sips
• A shared journal of our favorite secrets
Sponsored by Festivity, Margaret Mitchell House Center for Southern Literature, Barefoot Wines, Skirt Magazine, Little Cake Bakery
RSVP to RSVP@mrpratl.com by May 30

• June 4, 2008
Reading/Signing/Discussion
Bay Street Trading Co.
808 Bay Street
Beaufort, SC 29902
1-3 PM

Barnes and Noble
7804 Abercorn Extension
Savannah, GA 31406
7 PM

• June 5, 2008
Barnes and Noble
1716 Towne Centre Way
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
7 PM

• June 6, 2008
Litchfield Books
14427 Ocean Hwy
Unit G, Litchfield Landing
Pawley's Island, SC 29585
www.litchfield.booksense.com
11 AM - Lunch
1:30 PM - Signing

• June 7, 2008
Borders
4745 Ashford-Dunwoody Road
Dunwoody, GA 30338
2 PM

• June 9, 2008
Vero Beach Book Center
2145 Indian River Blvd.
Vero Beach, FL 32960
7 PM

• June 10, 2008
By the Book
101 Palm Harbour Parkway
Palm Coast, FL 32137
4-8 PM - Dinner with customers

• June 11, 2008
Reading/Signing/Discussion
The Bookmark
299 Atlantic Blvd.
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
4 PM

• June 12, 2008
Page and Palette
32 S. Section
Fairhope, AL 36532
6 PM

• June 13, 2008
Reading/Signing/Discussion
The Mall at Green Hills
2121 Green Hills Village Drive Suite 281
Davis Kidd Booksellers Inc.
Nashville, TN 37215
7 PM

• June 14, 2008
Reading/Signing/Discussion
Park Road Books
4139 Park Road
Park Road Shopping Center
Charlotte, NC 28209
www.parkroadbooks.com
1 PM

• June 16, 2008
Ocean County Library
710 McLean Ave.
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
7 PM

• June 17, 2008
Browseabout Books
133 Rehoboth Avenue
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
6 PM

• June 18, 2008
Fountain Bookstore, Inc.
1312 Cary Street
Richmond, VA 23219-4095
www.fountainbookstore.com
6:30 PM

• July 9, 2008
Book Exchange
Marietta
Speaking and Signing with Mary Alice Monroe
www.bookexchangemarietta.com
6:30 PM

• August 8-10, 2008
Dahlonega Literary Festival
www.literaryfestival.org

• August 29-31, 2008
Decatur Book Festival
www.decaturbookfestival.com