Marcia Melton, young adult author and former Dillon resident will be signing books at The Bookstore on Thursday, August 24th from 1:00-3:00. The featured title for the event is Joe Henry's Journey up the Missouri River. In this historical novel Joe Henry and his pa leave Kentucky boarding a steamboat headed to Fort Benton, Montana. They find their way to the gold camp at Bannack hoping to hit gold and send money back to their family. This novel accurately portrays the history of its time and place from the viewpoint of a child and wrapped in a story of adventure that will hold a young reader's interest. Melton's other books, Joe Henry's Return, The Boarding House, Nighthawk's Harmonica:A Montana Roundup story and Montanimals an ABC coloring book will also be available.
This event is open to readers of all ages with an opportunity for kids to discuss the book with the author. Please join us. If you have any questions or would like to reserve a copy of the books please call Debbie @ 683-6807
