The Best Saint Patrick’s Day
One of the most fun and memorable Saint Patrick’s Days I ever had was when I was able to secure a seat for bestselling author James Alexander Thom as a Dignitary in the Indianapolis Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. His historical fiction novels are a page-turning blend of history, action, adventure, and purpose. His novel Saint Patrick’s Battalion was the reason he had a place in this parade.
On that day, the main streets were blocked off and driving to our destination was tricky. Thankfully, our fearless leader, Tom Doherty, handled driving. He was used to driving through swarming traffic.
It was a warm March 17th; a perfect day for a parade, and the right temperature for running up and down the sidewalks and lawns to follow James and his wife Dark Rain as they rode down the parade route in the convertible set aside for them waving at an excited crowd. Tom was busy shooting photos while I just made sure everything on our end ran correctly. Though, this doesn’t make for an action-packed story, the day couldn’t have flowed smoother. There was, however the moment just before the book signing I was going to get everyone coffee, tripped over a lump in the carpet, danced across the floor – while holding the tray of coffee, and regained my balance without losing a drop of coffee. Whew, I’m glad no one was recording that little incident (well, maybe it happened and maybe it didn’t).
After the parade, a full day of visiting stores, book signings, meeting journalists, and keeping organized ensued. It was one of those days that I will always remember with a smile.
Here are some of the books that James Alexander Thom penned:
Saint Patrick’s Battalion
Follow the River
Happy Reading ~~ Ginger Bock
