AUTHOR, adventurer and passionate educator A.J. (Sandy) Mackinnon freshly arrived from his year-long European travels in time for the launch of his latest book, "Quaint Deeds" a memoir based on his teaching experiences, both humorous and insightful, delighted Mansfield locals with a special event at Ink Bookshop last Sunday.

A well-attended official launch was held the week before at the Sun Theatre i