Books are what it's all about. First, I was part of a local author book signing on April 25th at the Pulaski County Public Library in Somerset, KY. I was one of 16 authors who had books there. I did a lot of networking. Sold three books and was asked if I would consider speaking to a mystery book club. The answer, absolutely!
From there it was onto Perry, Florida for a speaking engagement at the Taylor County Public Library. The other author who was supposed to be there with me was unable for health reasons. However, I did have her signed books with me. They were featured right beside my own. About 20 people showed up and we had a good discussion about books and writing. I sold two books for the other author. I have a follow-up call to make tomorrow.
Returning to the hotel, the night clerk had come in early hoping to catch me as she could not make the book signing. She bought 8 of my books. I autographed them all. The clerk going off duty took a picture of each book, my business card, and my phone number. She sent them to a friend who has a book review group, works in a library, and runs a book club. I am hoping to hear from her on a speaking engagement later this year in Valdosta, GA.
Back at home I was still without internet. It went down on April 25th. Since I was going out of town I scheduled a repair person for May 3rd. So, I've spent time working on Macy book 4. It's past time for it to be completed. I've also started something new with a different type of character than I normally do. It is shaping up nicely, so we'll see where it goes. Macy and a Christmas book will round out my books for this year. I'm working on some writing books and will begin working on 2020 books when Macy and the Christmas books are done.
In addition, I've been making baby layettes. Two have been delivered already as the babies are here. I have three completed and am most of the way through another with just one left to go. It's giving me a chance to use up baby yarn and keep myself from going stir crazy.
I've managed to get in a mile of walking most days and up to 3 miles on some days. Depending on if I am working in the yard or trying to find more of my house.
The current challenge is getting curtain rods up and draperies hung. I have learned the southern exposure of my bedroom, kitchen, and living room makes it too hot in my house even with the air conditioner and ceiling fans running. So, black out curtains it is.
I am so ready to launch some new things with my writing programs. The behind the scenes have been bustling. Keep watching for more updates and new stuff.
My interactive mystery went well. I've been waiting on feedback. I'd like to take it into high school English classes for about 13 days and see how it goes. Working on the networking to get it done.
Prepping to go on tour with a group of women entrepreneurs in 2020. So, will be out and about. Will give you a schedule so maybe you can catch us in your town or one close to you.
Keep reading and writing.
TTFN
Rebecka Vigus
the Writer Whisperer (TM)
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