John Pipkin, former Executive Director of the Writers' League of Texas, will read from his first novel, "Woodsburner," Tuesday, November 17, at 4:30 p.m. at St. Edward's University."Woodsburner" combines history with fiction, recounting Henry David Thoreau's accidental setting on fire 300 acres of woods at Walden Pond and describing the consequences of the fire through four different characters. The novel also describes how each of these characters' lives are effected by the fire, which becomes a character itself.
Pipkin's novel won the 2009 First Novel Prize from the Center of Fiction and received great reviews from The New York Times and the Washington Post. "Woodsburner" is certainly not just worth reading, but is worth hearing an exerpt of through the author. (And if you like what you hear, copies of "Woodsburner" are being sold at the St. Edward's University book store.)
During his time at the Writers' League of Texas, Pipkin ran workshops for authors on writing a book proposal and getting a literary agent. He is also a former writing professor who worked for Pearson Publishing creating standardized tests. Anyone who is interested in writing or publishing (Um...ME!) should come hear Pipkin read this afternoon as he will also answer your questions about not only his book but careers in writing and publishing.
The reading will be held in Mabee Ballroom C in Ragsdale. Pipkin will also be in the school's bookstore to sign copies of "Woodsburner."
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