Why This Matters to Me
Some causes touch us in a deeply personal place. This is one of them.
Connected: Finding My Truth grew out of my long search for truth, identity, and family. Although I have found many answers along the way, my search is still not over. I understand what it means to live with unanswered questions and to continue searching.
I will be attending several author events in South Carolina next week, and I wanted this week to be about more than selling books.
From September 9 through September 15, I will donate $5 to The Jack and Jill Rosenthal Foundation for Missing and Unidentified Children for every copy of Connected: Finding My Truth purchased at one of my South Carolina events or through my website.
The foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families searching for answers about missing and unidentified children. Supporting its mission is one small way I can turn my own journey into something that may help another family.
If you would like to be part of this week of giving, you can order a personalized copy of Connected: Finding My Truth or make a direct donation to the foundation using the buttons below.
Thank you for caring about the children who are still missing, the children who remain unidentified, and the families who have never stopped searching. 💜
Join Me for an Afternoon of Stories, Conversation, and Community
I'm honored to be a featured author at Moveable Feast, the long-running literary luncheon series founded and hosted by Linda Ketron, now celebrating its 29th year.
I’ll be joined by fellow author Steve Hall, author of Blue Collar Poetry. Together we'll share the stories behind our books, the experiences that shaped them, and the journeys that brought us to the page.
I'll be talking about Connected: Finding My Truth and the remarkable thirty-year journey that led me to uncover the truth about my identity through genealogy, historical records, DNA discoveries, and unexpected family connections.
Whether you're a longtime reader or just discovering my work, I'd love the opportunity to meet you, answer your questions, and share this special afternoon with you.
Event Details
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Rustic Table
10683 Ocean Highway
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Reservations
Reservations are available through My Sister's Books & Gifts.
I hope you'll join us for an afternoon of books, conversation, and community. I'd love the chance to meet you.
Upcoming Events
I’m excited to share several upcoming events for Connected: Finding My Truth. These gatherings are special opportunities to meet readers, sign books, share my story, and connect in person.
I'd love to meet you at one of my upcoming author events.
Cresswind Book Club — Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Cresswind Book Club
2000 Silver Spring Lane
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 | 6:30 PM–8:00 PM
I’m looking forward to joining the Cresswind Book Club for an evening of conversation, connection, and discussion about Connected: Finding My Truth.
Writing Workshop with Author Diana Kayla Hochberg
Waccamaw Library
41 St. Paul Place
Pawleys Island, South Carolina
Thursday, September 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM–11:30 AM
Join me at Waccamaw Library for an interactive writing workshop focused on storytelling, finding your voice, developing compelling characters, and turning ideas into a finished manuscript. Writers of all skill levels are welcome.
Annual Georgetown Art, Wine & Books
Historic Front Street
Georgetown, South Carolina
Saturday & Sunday, September 12–13, 2026
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
I’m honored to be part of the Annual Georgetown Art, Wine & Books event in historic downtown Georgetown. This special weekend brings together art, books, community, and conversation along beautiful Front Street.
Stop by to meet me, learn more about Connected: Finding My Truth, and enjoy a wonderful celebration of creativity and culture.
I Hope to See You There
Thank you for your continued support of Connected: Finding My Truth. Your encouragement, kind words, and shared stories mean more to me than I can express.
Meeting readers and connecting in person is one of the greatest joys of this journey, and I hope you'll join me at one of these upcoming events.
Warmly,
Diana Kayla Hochberg