I spied a poster in the library that has put a real spring in my step: Community Read 2014. The reason for this spring is a visit to Christchurch City Libraries by Kate De Goldi. She is coming to talk about her novel The 10PM Question and I can’t wait.
I read this book a number of years ago and at the time it struck a real chord. Frankie Parsons, a twelve year old boy, is on the verge of change. He has a head full of worries and Frankie’s Ma listens patiently to his 10pm questions. I had a son who also had a head full of worries and at the time I found The 10PM Question a reassuring read. Kate De Goldi deals sensitively and perceptively with the issue of anxiety and the challenges faced by Frankie and his family.
Kate is an award winning writer who cannot be missed.
Knowledgeable
Articulate
Thinking
Engaging
Dazzling
Enthusiastic
Gem
Observant
Lover of Literature
Dynamic
Insightful
I had the pleasure of listening to Kate a number of years ago and I promise you will not be disappointed. Come along to this free event on Friday 22nd August, 11-12pm, at the South Library Colombo Street, Christchurch. In the evening (7.30pm to 9pm), join the Court Jesters for some 10pm questions. Share your 10PM question and be in to win an iPod touch. The Court Jesters at South Library will improvise your 10pm questions!
Kate de Goldi – and many more authors – will also be appearing in a variety of sessions at the WORD Christchurch Writers and Readers Festival.
I don’t have a 10pm question but I do have plenty of 2.30am questions! What is your 10pm question?
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My 10pm question is: Will I still be awake at 2:30am? My BDS book group has The 10pm Question to read this month. Love the cover.
If you are still awake at 2.30am then you have someone to ring. Bring your BDS group to the Community Read.