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Moonlight and Magnolias: CNN and RomanceOctober 1, 2009
Going to the airport at 4:30 in the morning is no picnic, but arriving in Atlanta early enough to have a full day in the city is priceless. I was met at the airport by authors Sandy Elzie and Debbie Kaufmann who took me to the Thumbs Up restaurant for breakfast. Because I never went to sleep last night, I opted for the smoked turkey Ruben with cole slaw on it. Perfect choice. Sandy and Debbie couldn’t resist the fresh raspberry french toast with whipped cream. After stuffing ourselves, we were off to a tour of CNN. It is huge! I had no idea. It was like a mall with a food court and shops and, oh yeah, a news center.
We missed the VIP tour by 10 minutes which would have taken us on the actual news floor, but we had to settle for looking through glass one floor up. It was an amazing tour and we saw the actual telecast of CNN, Headline News and the Spanish CNN. Our tour guide was exceptional.
While there, we stopped in the Walden Book store. After my bad experience with Barnes and Noble last week, I wanted to see what Waldens's did with romance. showed us the section with a separate new releases wall. She was extremely knowledgable about the genre and was excited to tell us all about the new books out. Very refreshing.
Had dinner with some of GRAN (Georgia Romance Authors Network) members at J Alexanders which was wonderful. Everyone shared where they were in the writing process and author Haywood Smith shared some horror stories from her experiences at eHarmony. I'm sure we'll see them turning up in a book of her's. Finally got back to the room and it was after 11 p.m. before I started on the blog only to find out that the time period for internet access in the room is from 3 p.m. until the following 3 p.m. Since I felt I should get the full 24 hours for my money, I approached the front desk with my concerns and was greeted by Scott Steagall and Lynne Verhosek (of the Hilton Atlanta Northeast) who agreed with my point of view and offered free access for me. Now that's customer service at it's finest. Bottom Line: The conference hasn't even started yet and I'm tired out, but I love Atlanta and am just sorry I don't have a chance to catch a baseball game while I'm here. Posted by Barbara Vey on October 1, 2009 | Comments (9)
October 1, 2009
In response to: Moonlight and Magnolias: CNN and Romance Ramona Richards commented: Glad you're having a great time! Atlanta is an awesome city. I'll be there this afternoon, and I am SO looking forward to M&M this year. It's one of the best.
October 1, 2009
In response to: Moonlight and Magnolias: CNN and Romance PJ commented: Glad you've enjoyed your visit so far. I have to work today so won't arrive until tomorrow afternoon. Looking forward to another terrific M&M conference!
October 1, 2009
In response to: Moonlight and Magnolias: CNN and Romance blurbette heidi e commented: Barbara, sounds like "Hot-lanta" has to watch out for you; since you are already taking the city by storm!! Can't wait to see more that you are experiencing while you are away!! HAVE FUN!!
October 1, 2009
In response to: Moonlight and Magnolias: CNN and Romance Barbara Monajem commented: Wow! I'm in a photo on Barbara Vey's blog. How cool is that?? Thanks for coming to dinner with us last night, Barbara. Great fun!
October 1, 2009
In response to: Moonlight and Magnolias: CNN and Romance mary s commented: Wow Barb, what a wonderful blog this morning! Atlanta sounds great, with all your adventures & contacts already! Say hello to my nephew on Peach St. NW!
October 2, 2009
In response to: Moonlight and Magnolias: CNN and Romance Anida Adler commented: Sounds so fantastic. Reading about conferences makes me want to attend one!
October 2, 2009
In response to: Moonlight and Magnolias: CNN and Romance violet s commented: Good morning Barbara! Wonderful pictures of you with authors, publishers etc.! Have you darkened your hair? Very attractive too!
October 4, 2009
In response to: Moonlight and Magnolias: CNN and Romance Debbie Kaufman commented: OMG, that was the best French toast, ever! Of course, the company topped it!
October 4, 2009
In response to: Moonlight and Magnolias: CNN and Romance Sandy Elzie commented: Hi Barbara,
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