Yesterday I participated in an event for local authors, held at a sweet shop known as The Quirky Feather Confectionery. Up until a month ago, I'd never even heard of the place, until my best friend shared the info about the event. Immediately intrigued, I looked into it and quickly determined it to be a great way to meet other authors and gain exposure among the public, all while practicing having discussions about The Ellises series.
Preparation wasn't lengthy - most of what I needed I already had, plus I was able to borrow a few items from my family. I ran a drawing, and prizes were from some of my friends who direct sell for some fun companies like Mary & Martha and Mary Kay. My boss even donated a bottle of yummy balsamic vinegar from Artisano's Oils and Spices! The thing was, foot traffic was slow, and as it turned out, everyone who entered the drawing won something.
There were 7 other authors alongside me, all from other genres. Paranormal, fantasy, romance, historical fiction, and drama. They were friendly, with several of them first-timers like me. I was the only Historical Inspirational Romance author.
I'm so grateful to have had this experience, and for the many wonderful conversations I had with everyone. I can't wait until my next adventure!
