17 ounces
6 inches by 9 inches
I am so pleased to announce the birth of my memoir, Walled-In, A West Berlin Girl’s Journey to Freedom. It is scheduled to enter this world on May 31, 2013. As the proud Mom I have to admit that the gestation period was a journey in itself. I mistakenly assumed that writing a book would be my biggest challenge. Wrong. Although it was a labor of love that tested my recall and writing abilities, the process was not nearly as daunting as getting the book on the market. And I am not done yet. So far, I have put the editing, designing, printing, and distribution challenges behind me, but if no one hears about Walled-In, has the book really been written? Therefore, I am now cheerfully embarking on the next phase in my life as a newly baked author-Mom: The promotion of Walled-In, the true story of my growing up against the backdrop of postwar Berlin and the Cold War.
Never having worked in sales, I doubt that promoting myself will come easy. But I can’t let uneasiness stand in the way of my dream. I have always wanted to share what it was like to live behind not one – but two – walls and hope that interweaving history with my personal experiences will make it an enjoyable experience for you, the reader.
Walled-In is available in print as well as in e-Book format. You can order from your favorite bookstore, from Amazon or Barnes and Noble, or by clicking on my Website, walled-in-berlin.com; you can even pre-order from any of the above sources.
The first twenty-some pages of my book can be read on my website to give you a taste of the story which will, after many twists and turns, find me on a plane to San Diego. If you like what your read, please consider purchasing the book in print- or eBook version. And if you really liked it, please spread the word. Readers are much more included to make a purchase that was recommended by a friend than one based on an advertisement. If you live within San Diego County, I am happy to talk to your book club, women’s club, or service organization. Simply contact me via walled.in.berlin@gmail.com, or via Facebook or Twitter.
