I’m looking forward to my second-ever author fair on Sunday, October 6 in Elgin! I’ve never been to the Gail Borden Library, but I have to commend the organizers of the event for being super organized, helpful, and communicative! It bodes well for an awesome fair.
The Elmhurst author fair in August was a great experience. While there were few opportunities to sell my book (several authors reminded me people come to libraries to borrow, not to buy), there were numerous opportunities to chat with fellow writers! I loved getting to see their table setups and hear how they draw people in to learn more.
It wasn’t as impressive or engaging as some other tables, but I was happy with the way my setup came together. The Gail Borden Library fair will offer slightly less table space, which is perfect for us authors who only have one book.
I was also delighted to talk shop with an aspiring writer from the local university, and to chat about popular romance books with the members of a book club who were on the hunt for their next read.
And, best of all, I got to sell a book in person—and sign it!
Can’t wait to meet some new writers and readers in Elgin on October 6!
October 5, 2025: Gail Borden Library Local Author Fair
This author fair in Elgin was so great last year, I can’t wait to do it again! I had a blast sharing a table and wandering the room seeing how everyone else was displaying their amazing books.
September 15, 2025: Books & Brews at Wolfden Brewing
So excited to combine two (three?) of my favorite things at my first Books & Brews event! Drop in for a beer or two, pick up a book or three, and maybe you’ll even spot a ghost.
August 23, 2025: Elmhurst Library Author Fair
I’ll be back in Elmhurst for the second time, hoping to catch up with the author friends I made last year and connect with some new readers!
Rehearsing for perfectionist boot camp
August is when I will remind myself that I love this book I’m writing and I want it to exist. The only way I can do that, though, is to tell perfectionism to take a hike.
The softest boot camp: My 31-day plan to write (and drink water)
This month’s writing challenge is more complex than many others I’ve attempted. By the end of the month, I hope to have established a routine that improves my health as well as my creative process. And I’ll have a finished draft.
Is “going wide” with only one book worth it?
After a full year on Kindle Unlimited, I've decided to "go wide" and distribute Rooted to more booksellers than just Amazon. It's a big change and a little bit of a risk, but there are many reasons why this is the right choice to make as Rooted celebrates its first...