On August 2nd, 1999, mystery writer Patricia Cornwell met with her many fans to discuss and sign copies of Black Notice --- her newest book featuring medical examiner Dr. Kay Scapetta.  The event took place at the Barnes & Noble store at Union Square, New York City.

• Photo 1: The event began with a brief preamble, followed by an extensive Q&A session.  Patricia Cornwell fielded all sorts of questions.  At one point, someone asked her to discuss the importance of her editor.  She said, "Well, Stacy (Creamer) is sitting right over there.  What do you want me to say?"  (general laughter).  She went on to say that the editor is important in at least two different ways: first, the editor can pick up the inconsistencies in details, such as a character having brown eyes in one place and blue eyes elsewhere.  Second, some things may be self-evident to the author but not obvious to others, and the editor can point out where additional explanations are needed.
• Photo 2: Stuart Calderwood and Stacy Creamer got front row seats reserved for VIP's.  But were they shocked at seeing the Central Park Track Club web camera pointing at them!  Is no one safe?  Is nothing sacred?
• Photo 3: After the discussion, there was the book signing for a seemingly interminable line of fans.  This is not the easiest job in the world.  Keep the smile up, keep the pen moving and keep the line moving ...
• Photo 4: Here is the star author flanked by her entourage.
• Photo 5: Here is a promotional pose for the new book, Black Notice, featuring models Stacy Creamer and Stuart Calderwood, both appropriately dressed in black.
• Photo 6: Not a moment to lose, as Stuart Calderwood retreated to make notes for his own magnum opus.  We don't know what the subject is, but Central Park Track Club members probably have cause to be alarmed ...

OTHER LINKS:  Meet Patricia Cornwell: The Last Precinct