I signed up for the HNS Conference specifically because I read that you would be speaking. I was not disappointed. Indeed, you exceeded my expectations. I am writing to thank you for the great advice, insight, and perspective, all leavened with humor, that you provided to we fledgling scribblers. My next challenge as a writer is to apply your good counsel to my novel, which, should the gods smile, is in its absolute final rewrite. I also want to thank you purely as a reader. All your days of writing from 5AM to 5PM have brought me considerable joy and pleasure over the years. I am now having a great time getting lost in The Pale Horseman and look forward to reading the rest of your Saxon series. And one final thank you. Would you please pass on my thanks to the lovely lady you refer to as the blonde from Pennsylvania. For having lured you across the ocean, legions of readers and writers owe her our gratitude. Rick Spilman