Pamela paul is the author of buy the book, her conversation next on booktv. [applause] good morning, everyone, and good morning, everyone whos watching via technology. This mornings panel is going to be fascinating, and i know you all are going to have a great time. Im not used to having this many people show up to see me without a court order [laughter] so im certain this is going to be fabulous. Our Panel Discussion this morning is by the book, our moderator is pamela paul. Joining ms. Paul are authors Anne Patchett, nicholson baker, Francine Prose and Walter Mosley. [applause] ms. Paul is the, is the editor of the New York Times book review of and of the popular interview column, by the book. Her new book by the New York Times book review brings together 65 of the most intriguing and fascinating exchanges over time. Shes joined this morning by Anne Patchett whos the author of six novels as well as the coowner of a bookstore. Yea for bookstores. [applause] her newest book is this is