A first book by Becky Homan, retired garden editor of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, in a gardening series from Globe Pequot Press, the largest publisher of regional travel in the U.S., with emphasis on outdoor recreation---"Exactly," says Homan, "what home gardening should be about!"
Becky's first book signing is in the St. Louis area. She will have a book signing at the Herb Society sale, on Saturday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the gift shop of the Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Blvd. In the Kansas City area, another book signing takes place on Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., alongside the popular Spring Plant Sale at Powell Gardens, 1609 N.W. U.S. Highway 50, 64061.
Here's what three early reviewers had to say:
"This is a great go-to book for every gardener in the state. It is ideal for the beginner and for those of us who need to brush up on our gardening information from time to time. Becky's easy-to-read style and thorough listing of resources make it a superb guide."-- P. Allen Smith, garden designer, author, and host of P. Allen Smith's Garden Home
"Becky Homan helps demystify home gardening and makes it fun and timely for residents across Missouri in a book that's one part travelogue and two parts solid Missouri home-gardening advice." — Dr. Peter Raven, president, Missouri Botanical Garden
"Becky's knowledge and gardening connections make this an enjoyable and invaluable resource for all Missouri Gardeners—from novice to master gardeners." Eric Tschanz, president and executive director, Powell Gardens
