Destiny by Design- Leah's Journey by Mirta Ines Trupp

To say that I was honored doesn’t even come close. I am inviting you to come speak to the group.” Several emails later (Yes! I am that slow), my fairy godmother nearly had to slap me with the plane ticket. That is to say, an Argentine author of Jewish fiction, who-by the way- spoke English.

I offered to contact my relatives in Argentina, in the hopes of finding someone to work with her organization. In my naiveté, I wrote back, graciously thanking her for her kind words regarding my book. “ Do you happen to know of anyone who’d be interested to meet with us?” She also wanted to schedule an afternoon Meet & Greet with a Jewish Argentine author. They were planning on visiting synagogues and Jewish schools, and meeting with dignitaries and officials to discuss the needs and the experiences of Jewish Argentines. She went on to explain that a group from the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County were in the midst of planning a trip, their so-called “VIP Mission to Argentina.” Stacey Levy introduced herself as the lead chair of the mission and explained that her team of organizers were preparing an exclusive itinerary in this hub of South American Jewish life. The note was from a woman who had read and enjoyed, Destiny by Design~ Leah’s Journey. As cliché as it sounds, I was touched by a fairy godmother all of my own. Just about a year after its publication, I embarked on a journey of my own. However, for this book in particular, I should not be surprised. The book was published in 2017 and as an indie author, it goes without saying, the continued show of interest is invaluable. To say that I am humbled, delighted, and encouraged doesn’t even begin to describe what I’m feeling.

Destiny by Design- Leah's Journey by Mirta Ines Trupp