9-24-09 Dianne & Roaches dancing
Friends:
In September, I did an author visit with an elementary school in Tennessee. Over the holidays, I received a big box of fan mail from the second, third, fourth, and fifth grades, about 300 letters. They were so much fun to read. I am going to send a letter back with a few goodies for the students. Here are highlights from my favorites:
“The book was especially great, but hearing and seeing the movements of the story in real life was better. That is all I have to say, Miss Dianne. Your friend, Ryan” – 3rd grade
“You were very funny. You need to go to every school! They would love to see you perform! Your Friend, Kristina” – 3rd grade
“I love the part when Madame Poulet ate Monsieur Roach. It was so funny, I nearly ran out of breath. Love, Tyler” – 4th grade
“You’re the greatest author in the world! When I was helping you, I felt like I was going to faint! Your friend, Kalita” – 4th grade
“You put a smile on my face when no one could. Then I went the rest of the day happy. Love, Kendra” – 4th grade
“I love you, Miss Dianne. I told my mom and family the story. They loved it so much that they made me tell it two times. Your best, Elizabeth” – 4th grade
“Thank you for coming. I’ve never met a real live author before! If it wasn’t for you, I wouldn’t know what it was about, because I didn’t buy a book. You’re pretty too. And how many years do you have to stay in college to be an author? I just want to know. But you’re really cool. If other authors came, and I had to pick a favorite, it would be you! You’re the best!!! Your friend, Courtney” – 4th grade
“Thank you for coming to see us. We loved your stories. We had a blast. You’re wonderful. I love your dancing and your song to get back at your brother. It was funny that you ate Ms. Pearson. Hope you come back. Your friend, Britney” – 4th grade
“I’m your best friend, Madison. You know what?? You’re one of my BFFLs – Best Friends for Life!!! Thank you for coming to our school. Love your friend, Madison” – 4th grade (who drew a picture of me on a horse)
“I liked the part when you pretended to sneeze on my teacher. I almost laughed my brains out!!! Your friend, Colten” – 4th grade
“I had some friends that came and spent the night with me last weekend. I showed them your story and they loved it. When I went to their house, I showed their parents and they laughed to death. Your #1 Fan, Aliyah” - 4th grade
“You are the best author and storyteller. I think you should come again and tell us another story. If people don’t like your stories, they are crazy. Your fan, Christian” - 4th grade
“At first, I thought that it was going to be boring but it was not. It was pretty cool. Your book, Madame Poulet and Monsieur Roach was one of the funniest books I have ever read. Your friend, Ethan” – 4th grade
“There’s a lot of roaches at my grandmother’s house so I will tell her to get a chicken. Yours truly, Nathan” - 4th grade
“Miss Dianne, you rock! Your stories spoke to me. Nobody is more creative than you. You’re so awesome that you have inspired me to write a book. You have inspired so many people with your books. Thanks, Savannah” - 5th grade
“Thank you very much. I liked it because it came from the heart. You didn’t make it up as you went. Your biggest fan, Lucas” – 5th grade
“I love your stories most of all. I have seen and heard a whole lot of authors in my 10 years of age but I don’t think I have ever heard anything like you before. Wait, I know I haven’t. I love your books so much and I wish I had enough money to buy all of your books. Sincerely, your most biggest fan ever, Sain” – 5th grade
“Thank you for coming. I really love your gorgice (gorgeous) eyes. You are really wonderful at telling stories. I wish you could come back and tell us more of your wonderful stories. Your Biggest Fan, Miranda” – 5th grade
“I really loved your book. It was amazing, funny, and a great children’s book. You are a great author and an amazing storyteller. I love the expressions you gave in your stories. They were hilarious. I also liked your song. It was great. It was a blessing to have you. Truly Yours, Sarah” – 5th grade
“I wasn’t here when you came but all my friends told me you were wonderful. I believe them and I think you were awesome. I think the book is genius. Yours truly, Christopher” – 5th grade
“Thank you for coming to my school. It was very nice of your to come from New Orleans, Louisiana all the way up to Tennessee. I really, really enjoyed Madame Poulet and Monsieur Roach and the spooky story. As soon as I got home, I told my mother. She said, ‘I would like to hear that again.’ So thank you. Sincerely, Tanner P.S. You look very pretty” – 5th grade
“This is Caitlin, the girl who cheered for you. You were cool and a big bowl of fun too! I would like hear another one of your books! Your biggest fan, Caitlin” – 5th grade
These letters brought such a big smile to my face and left an indelible imprint on my heart. Thank you very much, Hillsboro Elementary! YOU rock!!
Until next time,
Warmly, Dianne
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