Walrus Report: Cleave & Weiner

One Saturday not too far in the distant past, I had the opportunity to experience an afternoon of authors as they toured through my little city!  Then, I wrote all about them for my little freelance gig over at Walrus Publishing.  Here's a little sneak preview of each . . .

The first event I was very excited for:  Chris Cleave.  I have not yet read any of his novels, but two currently sit on my shelf and I intend to read them both in the very near future.  While he spoke about his latest release, Gold, I discovered that Cleave is a very genuine and humble man.  I could have sat and listened to him for hours, and not just because he has a brilliant British accent!  He left me pondering many things related not just to reading and writing, but our world in general.  I encourage you to click on over and read my full account.  I had so much fun with this one!

After the Cleave event, I drove across the street for an event in Saks Fifth Avenue featuring Jennifer Weiner.  I have heard so many things about Weiner and her realistic chick lit writing.  I have a number of her books on my shelves to read.  I even follow her on Twitter.  I guess you could say that I was just a little bit beyond curious.  However, I left this event with mixed feelings, and I don't think I was the only one.  I recommend that you check out my full piece to read more about my thoughts.  In the end, I still plan to at least give her books a try.  I'm still curious!

Have you had the opportunity to see either of these authors in person?  What did you think?