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Yes, people!
It is TRUE!
I have arrived as a PUBLISHED AUTHOR!
In honor of the 1 year anniversary of my father's passing
(Don't cry for me...Argentina! Really!)
I'm soooo proud to share my 1st book signing experience...
as a PUBLISHED AUTHOR.
As of one year ago today I turned my hobby into my full-time PASSION! No more weekend warrior for me. I started really studying my craft, networking with other authors, and just all around trying to improve my writing. This also lead to helping other writers find their own path to writing/publishing success.
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| Mary Merrell and I at the start of our day! |
And I must say...IT FEELS AMAZING!
On Saturday, September 15, 2012, I participated in the 3rd Annual Author Fair at the Stanislaus County Library to benefit The Children's Literacy Program (as a girl who couldn't read until the age of ten, there is no other organization that means more to me!).
Thankfully, I came packing wonderful writing friends!
(Author of the Valerie Dearborn Series, Urban Fantasy)
(Author of House Haunting and Curve Appeal, Paranormal Mystery)
and Lauren Stewart
(Author of Hyde, an Urban Fantasy and Second Bite, Paranormal Romance Urban Fantasy)
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| Top L to R: Mary Merrell & Christina McKnight Bottom L to R: Caroline Hanson & Lauren Stewart |
The day was very busy, made better by having my writing friends near and family and friends stopping by to support me.
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| My sister and I (Yes, she was Rainbow Brite!) |
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| My sister, mom and I! (Now you all see where I get my tall stature from, LOL) |
Here are some other pictures from the signing:
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| Caroline Hanson & Lauren Stewart! |
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| Mary Merrell! |
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| Lauren Stewart & Christina McKnight! |
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| Christina McKnight & Mary Merrell! |
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| Me signing books! |
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| Another picture of our table! Isn't it pretty...in a UF sort of way? |
Most exciting part of the day...a Moderator from Goodreads came to cheer us on!
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| So...we all grabbed our books and held her hostage until this picture was taken :-) |
Now, I mentioned earlier in my post 'Don't cry for me' and I meant it! If not for the tragedy of a year ago I would not be where I am today!
While my mom has always pushed me to tell my stories, it was finally my dad who taught me life is too short to wait for your dreams to find you!
I beg of everyone who reads this post to go out and find your own dream!
Only you can make it happen.
In short...I now FEEL I have arrived as a Published Author!
A HUGE congrats to you! I can see how happy you were at the signing, having achieved your dream! I'm sure your dad was smiling down on you with pride.
ReplyDeleteThese were awesome pictures, and what an inspiring post. I will be snatching ONLY IN HER DREAMS up the moment it hits eBook format. Can't wait!
Shouldn't you be on vacation right now?! Get off my blog and relax...oh, and Only In Her Dreams is out on Kindle!
DeleteWoo hoo! What an exciting post. I am so happy for you and love your message! NEVER GIVE UP. Make your dreams happen. Way to go!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mel! I'm freezing and shipping you seasonal coffee creamer as I type :-)
DeleteYou HAVE arrived! I know how much your book meant to you. It is a testament to your father's love. I'm so happy for you! It's a huge milestone and you did it. Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteThanks Rachelle! You and all of my CC family were a huge part of my journey.
DeleteYou are so tiny! :-) And congrats of course! This is an incredible event for you. Very happy to call myself one of your friends.
ReplyDeleteJamie! The move must be complete...so happy to see you around the 'net again! Yes, I'm pretty short...some say I'm three inches away from being considered a little person, LOL.
DeleteJust wanted to add my congratulations! Lucky for all of us you pursued this dream. I'm halfway through Only in her Dreams and loving it! Great job! :-)
ReplyDeleteChantel~ Thanks for stopping by! I can't wait to read Always & Forever. It is on my list :-) So glad you're enjoying DREAMS! If you really like a bad boy, you'll love book 2!
DeleteOh my gosh! Don't tease me like that! I can't wait ;-)
DeleteHint...Do you think I can redeem Darius? I guess we will see...Oh, and book 3 is about Alexander. There are things about him you may or may not guess by the end of book 1!
DeleteMany congratulations to you......
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteSorry I missed it. It looks like you had fun.
ReplyDeleteWe had a great time!
DeleteYay Christy! You go, girl! Good for you! I know how much a dream can mean to people. And my offer to read and review your book stands, so let me know ;) I think you did great! And there will be many more awesome things to come!
ReplyDeleteAwesome post and very inspiring! I am so happy for you! And it looks like the signing went really well ;)
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