Not long ago I wrote about steps to success, and how getting a book I wrote on the shelf at a Barnes & Noble hits me deep in the feels as a “ok, real writer” step.
Well, my last scheduled appearance for Defying Shadows is at the Eagan, MN Barnes & Noble in a few weeks. The link to the event details is here.
The last few appearances I did were a mix of wonderful (heavy, but wonderful, I’m looking at you Lincoln City!), disappointing (I had one that no one showed up for at all, and it was as though the store didn’t remember I was coming, so that was unfortunate), and exhausting even when they’re the best possible outcome. On top of that, the fall return-to-school schedule, construction schedule, unexpected family stuff, and a fAngus emergency room visit, this fall has been a lot to manage. We need to have our kitchen, living room, and basement packed up and moved to the garage/barn/garbage asap and…well, let’s just say things are nowhere near ready.
To be completely frank, I need a break after this one. I haven’t written anything substantial since April: it’s time to refocus what little free time I can squirrel away and hoard for myself back into writing. SO. If you haven’t gotten your book signed yet, if you haven’t picked up your copy because you were waiting for a signing that’s local, October 26th is the time! Come see me, bring a friend!
I completely understand that times are scary and money is tight: I wholeheartedly support libraries and would love to find my book there, so by all means request it from your local library. I’m happy to do more appearances/signings/book clubs/talks/events, just not until 2026.
Back to the usual weirdo blog posts next time!
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go easy on yourself. Lots happening! Enjoy the signing. I would be there if I could! 😘
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