A Beekeeper's Diary 2nd Edition was published December 28, 2021 and is available wherever books are sold.
It's Wonderful to Hear from You!
January 19, 2022: "I'm knocked out. I'm not much of a reader but your book is easy to read, entertaining, not academic, factual...I've been keeping bees for 8-9 years and I am learning new things....I've never seen a style of writing like that before, so comfortable..." -- Thomas
January 9, 2022: "I have both, I purchased the Be Club Basics when (x) became president of the Bee Club. It was very helpful. Thank you for being there for questions that I had in the beginning," -- Julie
January 7, 2022: "Charlotte, what a great book, love the check lists and the way you simplify a very complicated process. Wish this book had been around when I started...." -- Johnnie
December 30, 2021: "...so enjoyed reading 'A Beekeeper's Diary. ' I've had bees for more than 10 years and learned some wonderful practical tips, thanks for sharing...." - Samuel
January 19, 2022: "I'm knocked out. I'm not much of a reader but your book is easy to read, entertaining, not academic, factual...I've been keeping bees for 8-9 years and I am learning new things....I've never seen a style of writing like that before, so comfortable..." -- Thomas
January 9, 2022: "I have both, I purchased the Be Club Basics when (x) became president of the Bee Club. It was very helpful. Thank you for being there for questions that I had in the beginning," -- Julie
January 7, 2022: "Charlotte, what a great book, love the check lists and the way you simplify a very complicated process. Wish this book had been around when I started...." -- Johnnie
December 30, 2021: "...so enjoyed reading 'A Beekeeper's Diary. ' I've had bees for more than 10 years and learned some wonderful practical tips, thanks for sharing...." - Samuel
Thank you note from one of the garden clubs using one of Charlotte's now favorite words "wonderfulness."
More from Emails, Phone Calls, Facebook posts, Conversations and Tweets....
October 14, 2021: "This is the kind of beekeeping guide book I've been wanting to have, thank you for writing it. I now have a way to make the important decisions without feeling confused..." -- Heather
June 26, 2021: "Just a note to say how much I've enjoyed your book A Beekeepers Diary. Ive been a beekeeper for 7 years and like many have become a bee nerd in my book collecting. I've never been able to recommend just one book to new beekeepers and now I can!.......Sincerely, Karen Veleta
June 14, 2021: "...Having now finished the book from cover to over, I just have to say this is one of the bet beekeeping resource books I have ever read. (I was amazed that you even included information on washing leather gloves!) I wish I had read a book like yours 2 years ago when I started my beekeeping hobby! I can't say enough about how wonderful this book is, and truly is the only written resource book anyone needs to begin this venture...." - Ginny
June 12, 2021: "LOVE your beginning beekeeping book, you are revolutionizing how beginning beekeeping is taught." - Kim
June 4, 2021: "May I please receive your emails, recipes, etc? My husband Dan Johnson is reading your book and told me about this, your blog....He is really enjoying it, I know, b/c he has read many books on beekeeping, bees, etc, and he says yours is really good, maybe the best so far! We are in Kansas City, so not far from you, if you're in Rolla, MO?! We currently have 2 hives, and hoping for the best :)! Love your Instagram posts also!!! - Nancy
March 22, 2021:"...Your book Bee Club Basics is very helpful and I know that this new book will help me as I mentor new beekeepers!!" - Debra
February 14, 2021: "...Thanks for sharing so much useful information in your weekly BlueBird Gardens email (Garden Notes) I always find something helpful to keep me moving forward with both gardening and beekeeping. I've been struggling a bit on how to make inner covers for my long hives, but I think I can do it based on your plans. I also picked up on a past suggestion on composting and bought (and assembled!) a large double barrel composter for my garden. I could go on and on...Thank you for making Missouri a better place to live." - Kathy
December 30, 2020: "Happy new year to one of the most interesting people I know, you make one elegant and fun eccentric. What am I saying, I'm about to become one, too. Thanks for all of your help with beekeeping. Excited to get started next year!" - Howard
June 10, 2020: "The pictures of your backyard are impressive. Lots of creativity and work I am sure." - Lou
May 14, 2020: "Your gardening stories are so inspiring, I may just have to dust off my shovel and give it another go...." - Kathleen
November 4, 2019: "I can't wait to get your books. I have been a fan for many years. Several flower beds should have your name on them..." -- Harry
October 3, 2019: "When will you be having another planting for pollinator session? I don't see it on (Missouri State Beekeepers Association) Fall conference schedule. Sorry I missed your Spring one, heard it was extremely helpful...." - Marie
August 29, 2019: "Your writing is always so delightful " -- Sue
August 4, 2019: "Love getting this (Garden Notes) and reading it in the early morning while drinking coffee and watching Lucy play in the yard." -- Ann
July 18, 2019: "...I was astounded at how dense your TEDx talk was, so much information packed in just a few minutes, I had to watch it twice to catch it all. You will be happy to know my turf grass will soon be history...." -- David
June 25, 2019:" Wow! I was completely surprised at your TEDx wardrobe selection. It was great!!! Then saw one of the most well planned and professionally presented short talks I've ever seen. I was absolutely blown away." -- Gregg
April 13, 2019: "A belated kudos to beekeeper extraordinaire @bluebirdgardens for her outstanding talk on the value of pollinators during Thursday’s #TEDx at @MissouriSandT. I now have even more validation to keep my lawn free of turf-builder. Thank you! #TEDxMissouriSandT" -- Andrew
March 16, 2019: "You were the best speaker at this conference, I learned so much and can't wait to get out in my garden." -- Alice
October 23, 2018: "Your Natives (Plants for Bees) breakout session was incredible. I have a black thumb but, feel confident that it will change to green with time." -- Tracey
.August 4, 2018: "I am growing a little Goji Berry Plant on your recommendation. I read all your gardening columns. Thank you for great advice. Gardening is tough here in Missouri." -- Dan
June 8, 2018: "Love your writing, when do you have time to garden and keep bees??" -- Laura
April 2, 2018: "Thank you for your suggestions on my daffodils, they perked right up. Nice not to have to wait to get an answer!" -- Sammy
January 4, 2018: "I'm already getting antsy about the new planting season; planning out what goes where! Your column really is an inspiration to me!" -- Vicki
January 2, 2018: "I like your website. Your pics. Your writing. I was hoping you were closer!" -- Kathy
December 30, 2017: "Love your gardening and bee tips!" -- Roberta
November 13, 2017: "I depend on your monthly gardening columns to keep me focused, they're the reason I've been successful...." --Vicki
July 28, 2017: "...love your columns. If you've done everything you write about, you have been one busy lady..." - Alan
June 1, 2017: "I don't garden but I love reading your columns..." - Lisa
April 3, 2017: "I enjoy your column very much. I read it in my home town news paper, the El Dorado Sun. In fact about all I recognize and read any more are the obits and letters to the Editor and of course your column, since I LOVE plants, fungi and all God's little creatures, including insects and lizards...." - Fawn
March 18, 2017: "Stop it, you made me laugh while I was eating breakfast and coffee through my nose is not a good look...I love your writing!" - Emily
February 13, 2017: "Roses r red, violets r blue, I love your columns so this valentine's day rhyme is special for you!" -- David a not so secret admirer of your columns
January 20, 2017: "Thank you for making this crazy world a little kinder and gentler..." - Anastasia
December 4, 2016: "...I missed reading your column this week and it was like missing a chat with a good friend. Just thought you should know even though I don't KNOW you..." - Patrick
November 13, 2016: "Your columns are very informative, tight writing, they put a smile on my face, it's like sitting across the table from you with a cup of coffee...." - Vicki
June 22, 2016: "I read your articles in the paper and love them all, I start my Saturdays with you.." -- Jamie
January 23, 2016: "You have such a beautiful writing style...like a cup of tea with a good friend!" -- Michelle
November 29, 2015: "You make my weekend with your columns on bees and gardening and your interesting recipes. Hope you keep writing...." -- Velma
October 17, 2015: "I'm so enjoying the articles you write on keeping bees and all manner of things 'nature.' Like your recipes, too."' -- Virgie
February 21, 2015: "I love your columns, it's the first thing I read to start my weekends and I learn so much..." -- Danny
January 7, 2015: "What would I do without your gardening by holidays calendar, it's really helped me get my gardening chores done on time!" -- Sarah
April 30, 2014: "Wonderful article for both an education about daffodils and jonquils, and a humorous touch about kids growing up loving flowers. Charlotte Ekker Wiggins explains things with wit and wisdom, a good combination." -- Allan
October 14, 2021: "This is the kind of beekeeping guide book I've been wanting to have, thank you for writing it. I now have a way to make the important decisions without feeling confused..." -- Heather
June 26, 2021: "Just a note to say how much I've enjoyed your book A Beekeepers Diary. Ive been a beekeeper for 7 years and like many have become a bee nerd in my book collecting. I've never been able to recommend just one book to new beekeepers and now I can!.......Sincerely, Karen Veleta
June 14, 2021: "...Having now finished the book from cover to over, I just have to say this is one of the bet beekeeping resource books I have ever read. (I was amazed that you even included information on washing leather gloves!) I wish I had read a book like yours 2 years ago when I started my beekeeping hobby! I can't say enough about how wonderful this book is, and truly is the only written resource book anyone needs to begin this venture...." - Ginny
June 12, 2021: "LOVE your beginning beekeeping book, you are revolutionizing how beginning beekeeping is taught." - Kim
June 4, 2021: "May I please receive your emails, recipes, etc? My husband Dan Johnson is reading your book and told me about this, your blog....He is really enjoying it, I know, b/c he has read many books on beekeeping, bees, etc, and he says yours is really good, maybe the best so far! We are in Kansas City, so not far from you, if you're in Rolla, MO?! We currently have 2 hives, and hoping for the best :)! Love your Instagram posts also!!! - Nancy
March 22, 2021:"...Your book Bee Club Basics is very helpful and I know that this new book will help me as I mentor new beekeepers!!" - Debra
February 14, 2021: "...Thanks for sharing so much useful information in your weekly BlueBird Gardens email (Garden Notes) I always find something helpful to keep me moving forward with both gardening and beekeeping. I've been struggling a bit on how to make inner covers for my long hives, but I think I can do it based on your plans. I also picked up on a past suggestion on composting and bought (and assembled!) a large double barrel composter for my garden. I could go on and on...Thank you for making Missouri a better place to live." - Kathy
December 30, 2020: "Happy new year to one of the most interesting people I know, you make one elegant and fun eccentric. What am I saying, I'm about to become one, too. Thanks for all of your help with beekeeping. Excited to get started next year!" - Howard
June 10, 2020: "The pictures of your backyard are impressive. Lots of creativity and work I am sure." - Lou
May 14, 2020: "Your gardening stories are so inspiring, I may just have to dust off my shovel and give it another go...." - Kathleen
November 4, 2019: "I can't wait to get your books. I have been a fan for many years. Several flower beds should have your name on them..." -- Harry
October 3, 2019: "When will you be having another planting for pollinator session? I don't see it on (Missouri State Beekeepers Association) Fall conference schedule. Sorry I missed your Spring one, heard it was extremely helpful...." - Marie
August 29, 2019: "Your writing is always so delightful " -- Sue
August 4, 2019: "Love getting this (Garden Notes) and reading it in the early morning while drinking coffee and watching Lucy play in the yard." -- Ann
July 18, 2019: "...I was astounded at how dense your TEDx talk was, so much information packed in just a few minutes, I had to watch it twice to catch it all. You will be happy to know my turf grass will soon be history...." -- David
June 25, 2019:" Wow! I was completely surprised at your TEDx wardrobe selection. It was great!!! Then saw one of the most well planned and professionally presented short talks I've ever seen. I was absolutely blown away." -- Gregg
April 13, 2019: "A belated kudos to beekeeper extraordinaire @bluebirdgardens for her outstanding talk on the value of pollinators during Thursday’s #TEDx at @MissouriSandT. I now have even more validation to keep my lawn free of turf-builder. Thank you! #TEDxMissouriSandT" -- Andrew
March 16, 2019: "You were the best speaker at this conference, I learned so much and can't wait to get out in my garden." -- Alice
October 23, 2018: "Your Natives (Plants for Bees) breakout session was incredible. I have a black thumb but, feel confident that it will change to green with time." -- Tracey
.August 4, 2018: "I am growing a little Goji Berry Plant on your recommendation. I read all your gardening columns. Thank you for great advice. Gardening is tough here in Missouri." -- Dan
June 8, 2018: "Love your writing, when do you have time to garden and keep bees??" -- Laura
April 2, 2018: "Thank you for your suggestions on my daffodils, they perked right up. Nice not to have to wait to get an answer!" -- Sammy
January 4, 2018: "I'm already getting antsy about the new planting season; planning out what goes where! Your column really is an inspiration to me!" -- Vicki
January 2, 2018: "I like your website. Your pics. Your writing. I was hoping you were closer!" -- Kathy
December 30, 2017: "Love your gardening and bee tips!" -- Roberta
November 13, 2017: "I depend on your monthly gardening columns to keep me focused, they're the reason I've been successful...." --Vicki
July 28, 2017: "...love your columns. If you've done everything you write about, you have been one busy lady..." - Alan
June 1, 2017: "I don't garden but I love reading your columns..." - Lisa
April 3, 2017: "I enjoy your column very much. I read it in my home town news paper, the El Dorado Sun. In fact about all I recognize and read any more are the obits and letters to the Editor and of course your column, since I LOVE plants, fungi and all God's little creatures, including insects and lizards...." - Fawn
March 18, 2017: "Stop it, you made me laugh while I was eating breakfast and coffee through my nose is not a good look...I love your writing!" - Emily
February 13, 2017: "Roses r red, violets r blue, I love your columns so this valentine's day rhyme is special for you!" -- David a not so secret admirer of your columns
January 20, 2017: "Thank you for making this crazy world a little kinder and gentler..." - Anastasia
December 4, 2016: "...I missed reading your column this week and it was like missing a chat with a good friend. Just thought you should know even though I don't KNOW you..." - Patrick
November 13, 2016: "Your columns are very informative, tight writing, they put a smile on my face, it's like sitting across the table from you with a cup of coffee...." - Vicki
June 22, 2016: "I read your articles in the paper and love them all, I start my Saturdays with you.." -- Jamie
January 23, 2016: "You have such a beautiful writing style...like a cup of tea with a good friend!" -- Michelle
November 29, 2015: "You make my weekend with your columns on bees and gardening and your interesting recipes. Hope you keep writing...." -- Velma
October 17, 2015: "I'm so enjoying the articles you write on keeping bees and all manner of things 'nature.' Like your recipes, too."' -- Virgie
February 21, 2015: "I love your columns, it's the first thing I read to start my weekends and I learn so much..." -- Danny
January 7, 2015: "What would I do without your gardening by holidays calendar, it's really helped me get my gardening chores done on time!" -- Sarah
April 30, 2014: "Wonderful article for both an education about daffodils and jonquils, and a humorous touch about kids growing up loving flowers. Charlotte Ekker Wiggins explains things with wit and wisdom, a good combination." -- Allan
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