Author Talk: Wendy Webb

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$98
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
October 2014
End Date
October 2014
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Watonwan
Watonwan
Project Overview
Wendy Webb spoke about her gothic novels "The Fate of Mercy Alban" and "The Tale of Halcyon Crane" as well as her forthcoming book "The Vanishing." She focused on the inspiration behind the plots of her books as well as specific scenes. She fielded questions from the audience throughout her presentation and ended the program by signing books. Webb put on a fantastic program, gushing with excitement about the process of writing and promoting her books. Barnes & Noble sold books at the event.
Project Details
16 participated
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$98
Other Funds Leveraged
$375
Direct expenses
$473
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Participants will become more familiar with Wendy Webb, enjoy an outstanding literary reading, become more knowledgeable about the writing experience, and benefit from direct access to a talented author.

Measurable Outcome(s)

An evaluation form based on the outcomes from the grant application were distributed. 100% of respondents enjoyed the author's presentation, particularly how she developed her stories and what inspired her. In speaking with attendees after the event, two people stated that the Webb event was equal to or better than the William Kent Krueger program, which has always been the most revered author event we have hosted. 67% of survey respondents were not familiar with Webb's work before attending the event. 100% of respondents learned something new about the writing process.

Project Manager
First Name
Dayle
Last Name
Zelenka
Organization Name
Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative
Street Address
1400 Madison Avenue, Suite 622
City
Mankato
State
MN
Zip Code
56002
Phone
(507)625-6169
Email
dzelen@tds.lib.mn.us
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200