If there is one thing about writing and editing, it is one should always be prepared.
Many folks in and around Anniston know Sherry Kughn from her previous article in Longleaf Style, her years working at The Anniston Star and her series of books on encouragement for Christian mothers. But, I learned Sherry is always up for a challenge.
Sherry expected to interview Alabama native Fannie Flagg, who lives in California, but had not scheduled a time with her publicist. One day, while shopping, Sherry's cell phone rang and it was Fannie Flagg! Sherry had to scramble around to find paper and didn't have any of her notes or questions. Graciously, Fannie not only called her back five minutes later, but read some questions Sherry emailed previously, then answered them! Sherry said Fannie was simply wonderful.
Look for more about Fannie Flagg, including where her new novel will be set, in the Spring 2008 issue of Longleaf Style.
The Magic of Fannie Flagg
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Thanks, Theresa. I had been wondering before I interviewed Ms. Flagg about my lead. After talking with her, I realized her sparkling conversation and laughter was almost magical. I knew that would make a great lead, and as it turned out, the magic was also the theme of the piece. Her down-to-earth, engaging personality, though, is her main appeal. Everyone who meets her loves her. The women in the office where I was when I received her call got so excited when I told them why I needed a few sheets of paper. Only one "youngster" in the office asked "Fannie who?" --Sherry
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