Brian Freeman - Author

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2017 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,270
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
April 2018
End Date
April 2018
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Nobles
Nobles
Project Overview

Minnesota Author Brian Freeman gives a presentation about his work, including his newest novel, 'Alter Ego.' Freeman's books touch on a variety of subjects and cultures with the Minnesota landscape as a backdrop. The author also talks about his writing process and what inspires him as well as how the novels are plotted.

Project Details

65 participated

Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2015 Chapter 2--S.F. No. 1, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 5
2017 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,270
Other Funds Leveraged
$505
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Attendees will learn about the writing process including aspects such as what inspires the author to write and hos the publishing industry works. They will have the opportunity to meet and ask questions of a Minnesota author about his writing and it is hoped that there is interest generated in the month leading up to and following his visit and patrons will check out his books. Hosting Mr. Freeman in the Adrian and Worthington communities will be special occasions for library patrons and others. Opportunities to talk with and listen to a well known author are rare in rural Minnesota. Participant evaluation and anecdotal responses will be collected.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Brian Freeman's books were utilized more at both the Worthington and Adrian library locations before and after the program, thus usage of the library increased. The program was enjoyed by all the attendees and one Worthington patron commented that it is reassuring to hear from a renowned regional author that the writing process is challenging and not an easy one. This particular patron is an aspiring author and is in the midst of publishing her own book. She said the program gave her some insight and encouragement. At the Adrian location there was great attendance and many who normally do not attend library author events showed up and had an enjoyable evening. Attendance: Worthington - 13 Adrian - 52

Source of Additional Funds

Adrian Elementary School (venue) $200.00, Friends of the Library (refreshments) $50.00, Radioworks (advertising) $30.00, Daily Globe (advertising) $25.00, Minnesota West Community College (venue) $200.00

Project Manager
First Name
Jim
Last Name
Trojanowski
Organization Name
Plum Creek Library System
Street Address
290 S. Lake Street, P.O. Box 697
City
Worthington
State
MN
Zip Code
56187
Phone
507-376-5803
Email
jtrojanowski@plumcreeklibrary.net
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200