A Memorable Evening with Christopher Paolini

Whitehall sisters Lillian and Amelia Schober recently had the unique opportunity to attend a book signing and meet-and-greet event with acclaimed New York Times Best Selling author Christopher Paolini in Bozeman, Montana. The event on November 25th, hosted by Barnes and Noble, provided fans with a chance to engage with Paolini during his book tour promoting his latest work, "Murtagh."

Paolini, best known for his Inheritance Cycle series, hails from Paradise Valley, just outside of Livingston, MT. The Whitehall sisters seized the opportunity to not only meet the author but also gain insights into his writing journey.

Amelia had the chance to pose a question to Paolini during the event. She asked, "What is your favorite book that you've written?" To this, Paolini revealed that his debut novel, "Eragon," held a special place in his heart as it marked the beginning of his literary career. Paolini shared that the original name of the hero in his first book was Kevin, which delighted the fans. When asked what advice he would offer aspiring writers, Paolini encouraged them to stay motivated with the support of others and to write the kind of book they would want to read themselves.

The evening was not only filled with insightful conversations but also featured a captivating reading session. Paolini read excerpts from each of his Inheritance Cycle books, selecting copies from fans in the crowd. Paolini spoke passages in both the Elvish and Dwarvish languages that he created for his first book when he was a teen. This interactive element further immersed the audience into the enchanting world of Alagaësia.

The event concluded with a meet-and-greet session and a book signing, where Lillian and Amelia had the opportunity to personally connect with Paolini. Both sisters left the event with cherished memories, a Zar'roc Pin, a photograph alongside the celebrated author, and, of course, new additions to their reading list.

As the night came to an end, the sisters carried with them not only autographed copies of Paolini's books but also a renewed inspiration to pursue their own creative endeavors, fueled by the wisdom shared by a writer who has left an indelible mark on the world of fantasy literature.