As a writer, I've always believed that. in some way, we need to reward those who help us. (Actually I believe that about all of life.) When I had my photo taken for my latest novel, I told the photographer and shop owner that I would acknowledge the Faces Studio in my book. I did. But I was so grateful to find someone who could produce a likeable photo that I also sent her a copy of the book. She was, after all, excited to know her work would appear on a book cover.

This is what she wrote in her recent email:

Aloha Mary,

How have you been? Thank you for the signed copy of your book and we also appreciate how you have quoted us inside the book. Our plan is to leave this book on our store counter to share with our customers and introduce your book and our work within it. I’m glad to hear that you really like the picture and if you ever stop by Oahu again please come and visit us. Can’t wait to see your other book go into production! Thank you.

Jennie Hwang
Faces Studio and Salon

What a great way to promote both my book and her talents. You can bet I will have the photo for my next book taken at Faces Studio and Salon. They are superior people.