A Friend in Need

Hello everyone,

I hope this finds all of you safe and well. I am writing to let you know that a true friend of writers needs your help.

Many of you know PatZi Gil, the host of the wonderful radio program, "Joy on Paper." Several of you have been guests on her program, as have I, and know what a tireless cheerleader PatZi has been for writers and book lovers everywhere. This year, "Joy on Paper" celebrated its 5th anniversary. The program was growing and becoming the go-to program for new book releases. Plans were in place to launch a marketing campaign for a national market.  All was well.

And then came COVID-19.

Now, Patzi finds herself struggling to keep local sponsors and meet the radio station's fixed fees. She doesn't qualify for any government assistance, and if "Joy on Paper" is pulled, it will be almost impossible to get it back on the air. That would be a great loss.

In order to prevent this from happening, a PayPal Pool has been established to raise money to help keep the program afloat until this crisis is over and we can all resume our normal lives. I'm asking everyone, especially those of you who have been guests on "Joy on Paper," to contribute. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Please help PatZi continue to stay on the air and bring listeners inspiring interviews and recommendations for books that will bring joy to their lives.  She has always been there to support writers (and readers), and now we have a chance to pay it forward.

Here's the link to the PayPal Pool :   https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8nWxR8vwce

Thanks, and stay well.

Jackie