Yes he said yes he will yes!
Pat Conroy has graciously offered to come and sign copies of his blockbuster novel South of Broad at Blue Bicycle Books (about a mile north of Broad, for the record).
This is his only booksigning on the Peninsula. South of Broad is already our all-time bestseller. We’ve received hundreds of requests for signed copies. We’re a little psyched.
As you know, the Blue Bike is not big on policies, but there will be a few strictures to this event, please check back here for updates.
Abby Sallenger, author of Island in a Storm, Thurs., Nov. 5., 6 – 8 pm. Talk and reception sponsored by the South Carolina Coastal Conservation League. 
Kakalak 2009, Fri. Oct. 16 5 – 7 pm. Blue Bicycle Books hosts the 4th annual Charleston release party for 
Pat Conroy’s first novel in 14 years dropped Tues., Aug. 11, and the question of the summer has been, “Is he goign to sign at the Blue Bike?” Short answer: most likely. Store owner Jonathan Sanchez interviewed Pat for the Charleston City Paper and they discussed an event. Pat is a big fan of the store — “It’s very important to me that an independent bookstore is doing well in downtown Charleston,” he said — and wants to do a signing in the Fall.