Happy Anniversary, The Last Letter!

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the release of The Last Letter, and what a whirlwind of a year it’s been! This book, in conjunction with my Lyme advocacy efforts, has reached farther than I could have ever imagined, and it’s because of a community like you who have supported, shared, and rooted the book on that we’ve been able to make a difference in so many lives.

Here’s where the book and our advocacy efforts have led us:

Contributing writer for the Global Lyme Alliance blog
ABC 27 News Author Spotlight interview
ABC 27 News May 9th legislation rally (on-air interview)
Southern Tier Lyme Conference vendor--sold out by noon!
LymeDisease.org blog post
Interviews on Lyme patient blogs (here and here)
Overwhelmingly positive peer reviews
Featured Publisher's Weekly review
Lancaster Newspapers feature article "Putting the pain to paper"
Book readings and guest speaker opportunities with Pennsylvania-area Lyme support groups
LymeBrave Foundation launch!

Whew! It’s hard to believe, but here we are a year later, and we’re not done yet! It has always been my firm belief that The Last Letter can play a special part in the Lyme community by showing patients they’re not alone in their struggles and in helping loved ones (caregivers, family, friends) understand the intricacies of this disease. Those who have read The Last Letter are in agreement.

Here's what they have to say:

"This book is a MUST read! The story blends the author's personal struggle with Lyme onto the page. It is an inspiring read for Lyme patients but also very relatable and good to share with friends and family." - Minnesota Lyme Association

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"The Last Letter by Susan Pogorzelski is a thoughtful, authentic and compelling story that will challenge and change your attitude about living silently with a chronic illness…or supporting someone you love who is living with an invisible disease." - Tina, Lyme Warrior

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"As a Lyme/MSIDS sufferer, I felt so much validation and for the first time in over a decade, I felt--FEEL--like I am not alone! I feel like someone gets it..." - Nika, Lyme Warrior

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"I didn't have any idea how bad Lyme disease is, like many people I'm sure. Of course I'd heard of it but I really didn't know much about it or the fact that you're pretty much fighting it the rest of your life. I think the author was able to relate her struggle through the character in way that will help people better understand what someone with Lyme disease is going through." - Kelly, GoodReads Reviewer

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"A series of letters telling an inspiring story you want to know.' - Marla, GoodReads Reviewer

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To celebrate these successes and say thanks for all the support, I'm offering a special three-day sale for books purchased through the bookstore at 30% off using coupon code LYMEBRAVE.

Want the e-version? Download the book anywhere digital books are sold for only $0.99!