Kathryn Stockett, author of The Help, queried 60 agents before finding representation with Susan Ramer, a literary agent at Don Congdon Associates. Ms. Ramer sold the manuscript in less than a week. I submitted my manuscript to that agency on April 5.

Maudeen Wachsmith and her companion, Ittybit.

At the veterinarian yesterday, we were told he has gained 12 pounds since we moved to eastern Washington. Twelve! I couldn’t believe it. Per my request, the staff weighed him three times. The last weigh, Eeyore sat down on the scale. I asked them to have their scale professionally calibrated.

To me, this little guy’s expression says, “I think I should live with you.” I couldn’t agree more.

I thought the authors did a great job with this graphic, professional and appealing. The book is priced below $10.

She’s a great listener.