This weekend I attended a meeting for romance writers in the area. It was my first meeting and I was eager to meet my fellow authors. Upon arriving at the hotel, I got to listen to Mae Nunn talk about her road to publication and graciously answer questions from budding authors. One thing she said that stood out, sometimes its better not to know what you’re doing. lol. Too much knowledge can hold us back with fear!
At my lunch table, I was seated with Inspirational authors Missy Tippens and Debby Giusti. Both were incredibly kind and answered all my questions without rolling their eyes in exasperation.
The wonderful Haywood Smith was the guest speaker. The woman is hilarious and if you ever have a chance to meet her, you must!
And finally, I was able to meet my fellow Kensington author Beverley Kendall. I’ve been talking to Beverley for quite awhile but only just now was able to meet her in person. She was just as I thought she’d be, a whirlwind of fun and kindness.
Bev’s book comes out in January. Her cover is gorgeous. Take a look! Even better, Bev is having a contest! Bev has a great site where people can visit and find out what the latest release is. Right now, Bev is having a month long contest. Sign up and she’s giving away 4 books a day!!!!
Here’s the link, if you’re interested.
It’s so cool that you two have finally met in person! Bev is great, just like you are.
You are awesome–getting out there and networking. Way to go! Oh and the cover of Bev’s book is gorgeous–the woman looks like Bella from Twilight!
Oh fun, will check that out 😀
Glad you had a great time and everyone was nice. I sure hope I can meet an author one day, well met this children’s book author cos she held this course at the uni…but for some reason I am not counting her lol
It is a beautiful cover. Love the filmy purple.
It’s great to see other writers face-to-face. I would’ve loved to have heard Haywood Smith speak. I enjoy her books. 🙂
I think lately Kensington has been doing a great job with covers. It is really nice being around other writers and people who love to read.
Blodeuedd, you’ll have to start saving and come to one of the huge conferences here, like RWA or RT! I need to do that too!
Edie, I’ve never read any of Haywood’s books, but her next release sound super good. I’m def. getting it. She was so funny, really hilarious.
I’m looking forward to Beverley’s debut release.
Bev’s book looks wonderful! It’s so nice of you to showcase her like this!
sounds like a great event! I went to a writing conference last fall…and I was so shy…I didnt really ask any good questions. and one of the speakers I had interviewed once upon a time as a reporter 😉
Glad you got to meet so many great people! and that cover is dreamy!~