Pandemic Update
Breathe in, breathe out. Now repeat until the anxiety declines a bit. Dramatic? Not really. It’s been a crazy seven months. I remember way back in early March when one of my employers, Roundabout Books, took our staff for a …
Author: Sara
2019 Update
Sorry it’s been so long since an update! So much has happened since last summer. The response from my book, Bend Food, has been amazing. The restaurants and farmers were incredibly supportive. Many of the restaurants are kind enough to …
Summer Update
Hi Y’all! It’s been forever since I’ve posted on here! I’ve been doing author events, hiking, working, and enjoying summer! Last summer was so smoke-filled…it seemed like we didn’t even have summer. I’m making up for it! Here are a …
First TV Interview
I survived my first TV interview a few weeks ago! My heartfelt thanks to the wonderful anchors at Central Oregon Daily for inviting me on their afternoon show. They were so friendly and provided warm hospitality. I’ve never been on …
First Book Signing at Central Oregon Locavore
Wahoo! Just finished my first book signing for Bend Food: Stories of Local Farms and Kitchens. Many thanks to all the folks who came by…it was wonderful to see familiar faces and meet new people who support the local food …
First Interview
This book promotion is full of firsts for me. Yesterday, Lisa Sipe from The Source Weekly interviewed me, and it was so much fun! I was a little nervous about the questions, because I’ve never been interviewed about my books. …
First Media Mention
A huge thank you to Cascade A&E magazine for highlighting Bend Food in their June issue! I picked up a copy at Bluebird Coffee Company and showed it to Delene, the owner. Wahoo! It’s the first mention in any media. …
Pre-order A Book
Hooray! I’m so excited to offer Bend Food: Stories of Local Farms and Kitchen for pre-order. If you live out of town, the cost is $22 (includes shipping). If you’re local, the cost is $20, and I’ll deliver the book …
Book Signing Event – Touchmark
Hooray! Just confirmed my first book signing event! I’m so thankful to Janet at Touchmark for being open to the event and welcoming an interactive format. Here are the details: Wednesday, July 18 at 2 p.m. Touchmark 19800 SW Touchmark …
Book Teaser
Here’s a teaser from Bend Food: A list of my favorite meals: – The McIsley Biscuit Sandwich at Pine State Biscuits in Portland, Oregon—coarse-grain mustard, honey, pickles, juicy fried chicken on a homemade biscuit. Yep, it’s quite filling. I’ve eaten at every …