I went with my neighbor Lousia tonight to hear Alexander McCall Smith, the author of the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series as well as other series set in Scotland, and, it turns out, a multitude of other books, including some for children and some professional texts.  I had expected him to be interesting and entertaining, being such an eclectic and multi-talented person, and my expectations were exceeded!  I bought this book:

and he autographed it.
Extra bonus:  David Lanz was also there, to perform some of his beautiful piano music.