thank you Red Bulls!

"Called to Serve," the fourth and final story in the "Patrick the Wayward Setter" series, is about 18 year old Jake's decision to join the USMC, the Marines, and the impact that decision had on his family. I dedicated that book to the Marines, and to all who are called to serve. Today I received a special bronze medallion from the Red Bulls 1134th infantry division as a thank you from General Nash himself for my support of the work they did this past year in Iraq. I was flabbergasted! and touched...and there I cried for the recognition I received.
When I began writing, it was with the intent to not make millions of dollars, but to help others. The Patrick series is about working with a feisty English setter, as opposed to giving up and sending him to the humane society, as so many owners do in real life. "Hope Survives" deals with the pain of childhood abuse. "Walking in God's Shadow" is about addiction recovery through the use of horses on a real ranch named Changing Gaits, located in northern Minnesota.
I encourage one and all to check out my website: www.dianeganzer.com. My books are available through amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com
I thank you for your support of my work!!!

almost over!

As the year winds down...and where did the time go?? I have two more book appearances yet this year, both in November. Check out my website for details: www.dianeganzer.com. There is also one coming up in 2010, you will see it here as well.
Despite the economy, many have found comfort in books. I do believe this is a constant that will never change! Do yourselves a favor, contact me or check out www.amazon.com and get yourself lost in a good dog story- "Patrick the Wayward Setter," or a llama story, "Llama Tails: Ricky's Adventure," or a cat story in "The Adventures of Raspberry." You won't be disappointed! I still have the many books I loved as a child....start your own collection today!!!

upcoming work...

summer is almost over, time now to prepare for autumn!
I will be at the IGH arts and craft fair Sat. Oct 10th from 10 am thru 2 pm. ome see me there.
Also, Changing Gaits, the horse ranch I wrote about in "Walking in God's Shadow," is having a pig roast Sept. 19th from noon thru 8 pm. Horseback rides, good food, good music and MORE! I will be there signing copies of my book, so stop in and say hi! It is in Brook Park, MN just an hour north of the Twin Cities. Go to www.changinggaitsinc.com for info and directions!

Good turnout

Thanks to all those who came to the Caribou Coffee appearance. Though the day was cold, it was so nice to have the friendship of many who came. We will do this one more time before summer is over!!!
Also, a big thanks tot he Osman Shriners who invited me to the classic car show in Cottage Grove, MN. Those who stopped by were so supportive of my work, I will never forget the kind words you said!
Until school starts again, keep those kids reading....there are many books that I have written just for them!!! Check out the website: dianeganzer.com.

A thank you!!!

Thanks to the many people who turned out for the Called to Serve appearance at Caribou Coffee!!!! It was nice to see and hear from each of you as you spoke of your experiences with a veteran, or being a vet!!! you are much appreciated!!!
Next Appearance will be at Caribou Sat. July 18th, from 11 A.M. until 1 P.M. the book, "Walking in God's Shadow" will be profiled. The founder of Changing Gaits, Guy Kaufman, who is the subject of that book, will be present as well. Visit his website at www.changinggaitsinc.com. Hope to see you there!

Summer reading

School will be out this week, and for three months your children will be living the easy life--no homework and NO reading, right?
WRONG! say teachers, who say kids come back to school in September with a handicap from too much TV, video games and not enough reading.
I say this, not as an author, who only "thinks of book sales," but as a mom and as a former teacher myself, get those kids reading. It doesn't matter if it is a cereal box, the Sunday funnies or a really good book, just keep them reading!
The library is great, have them go and check out what they like, or better yet, go with them!
If they want to fidget on the computer, have them go to kid friendly sites and do reading interactive games, like scrabble, to keep their young minds sharp.
I will be at book signings all summer. My books are for readers beginning at age seven on up. The "Patrick" series has been narrated to audio CD as well. This is a great learning tool, to help kids stay on the path to honing their reading skills. They can follow along as they listen to the story.
Sounds pretty win-win, right?
My books are all available at amazon.com or barnesandnoble.com. Check out my website to see my appearance dates and times...www.dianeganzer.com.
I hope to see you there...or between the covers of my books!

Book signing

June 13th from 11 am - 1 pm...
I will be at Caribou Coffee Inver Grove Heights store
9008 Cahill Ave. E.
to sign copies of "Called to Serve," the last in the "Patrick" series. I am hoping for nice weather, so come and say hi, and be prepared to meet with a Marine who has served...and well. Give him your thanks!
semper fi.