The first reading of To Belém & Back west of the Mississippi was a success, with over 20 people attending. (Twice the turnout of my last book reading in Santa Fe.) My black Lab Zeno stole the show, of course, and the 20′ video “Tiradentes2Belém” was well received. The author wishes to thank all his dear old (and new) friends who attended, as well as Travel Bug and Earthdog Press for hosting the event. [please hover over images for captions]