February 16, 2023 - The first annual Shelby County Author’s Day to be held at the John D. Windham Civic Center, 146 Express Blvd, Center, Texas 75935, on Saturday, February 18, 2023, from the hours of 10am to 2pm.
Meet the last four authors who will be at the first annual Shelby County Author’s Day:
David Swanzy
David Swanzy, Dean Emeritus of the College of Music of Loyola University, New Orleans, enjoyed a successful career as musician, teacher, and writer. While 'Living and Fighting with the French Underground' is his first historical narrative, several of his textbooks have been distributed to the higher education market. In addition, his interest in history is also being expressed through his local history and genealogical writings. David and his wife, Maelinda, now live in their hometown in Texas. Following his return to Shelby County, David and Maelinda have been very active in the community. David is the author/publisher of “We the People of Shelby County,” an online magazine featuring much of Shelby County and San Augustine history. Maelinda will be representing David at the Author’s Day with his book, 'Living and Fighting with the French Underground' by David Swanzy
Laura Mae Murphy
Laura Mae Murphy’s lifelong dream recently turned into reality with her book release, 'I Can Do This,' sharing words with important messages of encouragement and lessons creating empathy through literature for elementary age children from Kindergarten through the sixth grade. Who is Laura Murphy? First off, she's a believer in God and the hereafter. A person who tries to be fair in her observations and opinions. A person who believes that if you treat people as if they were what they ought to be, you help them become what they are capable of being. A person that believes that Hate is not a family value. No one should teach it. A person who believes that you should pull while you climb, make this world better, one person at a time. A retired Law Enforcement Officer with 3 daughters and 4 grandchildren, happy with the world she's living in.
Rosemary Fisher
Rosemary Fisher is an author, national conference and event speaker whose passion is to sound a “wake up” call to the Bride of Christ to be found transformed, ready and prepared for Christ’s glorious return. Rosemary has a bold and humorous style sharing how God turned her mess into a powerful message that woke her up from a deep slumber of living like the world to an awakened and purposeful Christian woman whose desire is to help others be prepared and ready for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Rosemary has written two books, 'Recycled Women' and 'The Smokin' Hot Bride of Christ' which can be found on Amazon. Rosemary has appeared on CBN 700 Club, CTN (Christian Television Network), Freedom Today and numerous press and magazines. ‘The Smokin HOT Bride of Christ: Exchanging REGRETS for REWARDS Before He Returns’ by Rosemary Fisher
Terri Lacher
Terri is a freelance author/illustrator, and speaker, originally from the Southwest. She transplanted to the Pineywoods in 1990, making Shelby County, Texas her home. In addition to writing features' articles for Around the Town, her column, Cobwebs in the Attic, can be in the Light and Champion. Terri has also been a multiple contributor to 'Chicken Soup for the Soul,' as well as 'Becoming Women of Worth' books. She has written multiple articles about the East Texas area for "We the People of Shelby County" and The Natural Texan. Terri's love for children has prompted her to author and illustrate children's books, including 'The Queen of Pink,' and 'Snips and Snails.' She lives in Center, Texas with her husband, Bob, and a few odd squirrels. They stay very busy with church and community activities, including working with preschoolers during Storytime at the Fannie Brown Booth Memorial Library and sharing their love of music and God's Word in the local nursing homes. 'Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Magic of Mothers & Daughters' (35. The Lady in the Mirror, Terri Lacher)
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