Saskatchewan Librairies

Do you have a rapacious view of success? This story will slow you down.

I MISS MY MOMMY is now available in libraries across the province of Saskatchewan through Saskatchewan.Overdrive.com

Since January, I’ve been rising with the sun and pitching one collections librarian at a time to carry my book.

Yes, I have a map with pins marking Victoria, Halifax and the towns and communities in between.

When you’re an indie author, the road to discovery is a steeper climb. And, in Saskatchewan’s case, a horizon seemingly out of reach.

But I believe in the Law of the Harvest. Don’t all Canadians? Especially those who sign books out of small library branches across the heartland.

You reap what you sow. Plant the seeds, give them sunshine and snow, and see what happens. I don’t wait around. I chop the wood, carry the water, and take the gaping silences in my stride. Patience, persistence, and hope are my companions.

That’s why I appreciate the posy of spring flowers Saskatchewan just sent me.

Indie publishing doesn’t let you have a rapacious view of success (“Waddya mean my book isn’t on the moon, yet? Who’s in charge of distribution?”) It slows you down and makes you appreciate every. single. thing.

I MISS MY MOMMY is an illustrated novel about grief aimed mostly at Gen X’ers who are learning to “do life” without their parents. The book has earned high praise from Publishers Weekly as well as a Kirkus Star and a spot on the Best Books of 2024 by Kirkus Reviews.

Consider this: I MISS MY MOMMY makes a unique Mother’s Day gift for the orphaned adult in your life. Maybe it’s you. The book is available in paperback and eBook at Pen Jar Productions. It’s also available for free in libraries across Saskatchewan, Vancouver, Toronto, Burlington and Grimsby, with more to come.

Printed and shipped with care by Lulu Press, Inc. - Pamela Capraru