Kellie O'Connor
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Alan Hlad:
What or who inspired you to become an author? Do you have a favorite book that you have written? Thank you very much, Kellie O'Connor, Ohio
Alan Hlad
Hello, Kellie! Thank you for your questions. My mother inspired my writing career. Throughout my childhood, she gifted me loads books and encouraged me to read and write. I feel fortunate to have a parent who fostered my passion for storytelling. As for a favorite book, it is difficult to pick one. However, I'm thrilled for the release of my upcoming novel, THE BOOK SPY, that will be released January 2022. The story is inspired by real-life librarian spies of the OSS, the World War II predecessor to the CIA. It was a ton of fun to research and write the story, and I'm excited for you to read it. Many thanks!
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Roberta
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Alan Hlad:
I just finished this book, and really enjoyed it. Learned much, as I didn't know anything about how pigeons were used during WWII. Will use this book in the future as a selection for a book club that I lead! Was looking forward to meeting you at the Dover library, but am sure that has been postponed because of the limitations on gatherings due to the coronavirus.? Roberta - Walnut Creek, OH
Kellie O'Connor
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Alan Hlad:
Thank you very much,Mr. Hlad for answering my questions!! I'm very glad that your Mother inspired you to write! My parents were advid readers and taught my siblings and I the love of reading for pleasure. I'm really excited to read your new book, The Book Spy!! I can tell that you write from your heart because you touch my heart. Do other readers tell you that? Kellie O'Connor from Ohio
Kellie O'Connor
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Alan Hlad:
I really loved your book A Light Beyond The Trenches!! I was delighted to read about the first guide dog school for battle blinded soldiers came to be!! It touched me personally because I am disabled and went to Canine Companions for Independence ( CCI) and went through training to receive two wonderful CCI dogs!! I would like to know what inspired you to write that book and The Book Spy? Thank you, Kellie O'Connor OH
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