how to be an american housewife by margaret dilloway

We care deeply about our communities, about the power of the written word throughout the centuries, the importance of sharing the stories of our human condition. 'I have found booksellers to share a common ideal about the world. After a year as manager that has improved somewhat. I used to feel like all I had time to read was the back of a book. And there is always dusting and sweeping to be done. Shelves must be culled of books that are not selling and returned to the publishers or authors. Marketing books once they are in takes retail and design sense. Organizational skills go beyond alphabetizing. Boxes of books come daily that must be unboxed, received, and shelved. These days a bookseller must have a comfort level with various computer programs from point of sale programs to search engines and publication designs. Ordering books requires poring over catalogues with publishing representatives, vendors, and authors. Bookselling requires physical and mental stamina.

Greatest thing about being a 2016 debut author: Bringing a half-Asian superhero to the world and retelling the legends her mother told her, with the help of a supportive publisher.'It is a fantasy to think that you can sit behind a counter and read until a customer comes up to pay for a book.

Surprising personal fact: Recently got a defibrillator implanted due to a rare genetic heart condition.

Favorite things to do: Hike with her dog, make dollhouse miniatures, plot obsessive home improvement projects.

Last book read: THE MEMORY PAINTER by Gwen Womack.

Favorite time to write: First thing in the morning.

Childhood aspiration: She has wanted to be a writer ever since she learned how to write– it was a toss-up between writer and artist, but art supplies cost too much.Favorite book as a child: THE SILVER CHAIR by C.S.With his best friend Peyton and loyal dog in tow, Xander sets off to rescue his father and save the world. Only problem is, he has no idea how to use his powers. In this Percy Jackson-meets-Miyazaki adventure, 12-year-old Xander Miyamoto finds out he’s the heir to a legendary Japanese warrior throne, tasked with killing off the oni who cause all the world’s troubles. Margaret’s debut kids novel, MOMOTARO: XANDER AND THE LOST ISLAND OF MONSTERS (Disney-Hyperion, ) is a middle grade fantasy. She lives in San Diego with her family and a big Goldendoodle named Gatsby, who looks just like the dog on the cover. Margaret Dilloway is the author of the adult books THE TALE OF THE WARRIOR GEISHA, SISTERS OF HEART AND SNOW, THE CARE AND HANDLING OF ROSES WITH THORNS and HOW TO BE AN AMERICAN HOUSEWIFE.

How to be an american housewife by margaret dilloway