The Literary Guild of St. Simons Island’s “Coffee with the Author” series presents Brigadier General Anthony J. Tata, whose last combat tour was in Afghanistan in 2007 where he earned the Combat Action Badge and Bronze Star.  He is the author of six critically acclaimed novels.  NBC’s Today Show featured General Tata’s career transition from the Army to education leadership where he has served as the Chief Operations Officer of Washington, D.C. Public Schools and as the Superintendent of the 16th largest school district in the nation in Wake County/Raleigh, N.C.  He visits the Guild to talk about his latest book, Direct Fire.

When:   Tuesday, January 9, 10:30 a.m.

Where:  Room 108, Casino Building, SSI

Cost:    Free to Literary Guild members and $10 for guests.  Reservations recommended.  Scroll down to appropriate event. ALSO, PLEASE CANCEL RESERVATION IF YOU WILL NOT BE ATTENDING.