If you are a member of the Mark Twain Circle of America, you should have recently received a renewal notice. If you are not, I urge you to consider joining. The Mark Twain Circle of America has over 300 members from all over the world, including academics, collectors, enthusiasts, and admirers of this great writer. Circle membership includes a quarterly newsletter, The Mark Twain Circular, edited by Jim Leonard, which will keep you informed of upcoming events, updated bibliography, and other features. The circle sponsors panels at academic conferences, including ALA, MLA, and others, as well as some social gatherings and special events. If you are interested in joining or renewing, please send a check for $15 ($16 outside the USA) to the following address: John Bird, Executive Coordinator Mark Twain Circle of America 230 Bancroft Hall Winthrop University Rock Hill, SC 29733