I was sent a link to your blog today which included comments on my now out of print book TEA TRAVELS™.

It is always nice to meet another tea lover. I believe that the rituals of tea, first and foremost, are to foster friendships.

As an author, one is torn as to what to include in a book. It is always a dilema, as one cannot assume the reader is an advanced cook and thus basic information is included. On the other hand, there is always the risk that someone, as yourself, finds the information to be considered “filler”. So that you know, I have the highest regard for my readers and would never insult my reader with filler content.

I often repeat certain information in my books, as I cannot assume that the reader, has purchased my previous books. In fact, my book my be the reader’s first entry into the world of tea.

As you stated, my book TEA TRAVELS™ is over 15 years old. At the time of printing, the tea information, that you feel has been seen in other books, was original content. I have no control over the countless authors who have reinterpreted my work over the years into their own compendiums.

My ancestors , in 1834-1841, introduced tea to the Colony of Ceylon, establishing one of the largest tea estates on the Island, which survives today under new ownership.

If you wish to view more extensive information on my tea writings, please see my column TEA TRAVELS™ on http://www.whatscookingamerica.net.

You might also find my books AFTERNOON TEA- TIPS, TERMS and TRADTIONS and TEA TRAVELS™ FOR THE HOLIDAYS of interest. Both available directly from RED WAGON PRESS, 45 East 89th Street, STE 20A, NY, NY 10128. Inquires at teatravels@aol.com, subject line: tea books.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any tea questions.

Thank you for your support, it is appreciated.

WISHNG YOU HAPPY TEA TRAVELS™

Ellen Easton