Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Major Update: Recap of the Illinois Tour, Guesting at SLC Comic Con 2015, and California, Here I Come!


Hey, everyone! It's been a long time since I last updated. In case you've wondered where I've gone to, no worries. I'm still alive. Just working on a few life-related adjustments and sorting out the old hat. Throw a two week long family road trip in the mix and, yeah ... you get the idea. And it's not going to slow down anytime soon. Now I'm getting ready for a much needed vacation in California with a book signing in my childhood town to cap it off. I look forward to that!

But first, here's what I've been up to. I had the honor of presenting to these amazing youth at the Quincy Public Library, including some aspiring writers. I hope to see their names on a book cover soon.


I also had a couple signings, one there and one up north. Got to meet a few tourists from different parts of the country, and a couple from Canada. Overall, I'd say the trip was a fun and successful run. 

http://saltlakecomiccon.com/portfolio-item/david-powers_king/In other news, I'm officially guesting and paneling at Salt Lake Comic Con. Details have yet to be announced, but I've got to say, it's an honor to play a small part in America's fastest growing comic con. Check the guest list here for all of the amazing peeps I'll hang with. Where's my camera?

As for writing, there's a discovery I've made. Publishing a book is very much like opening a door. In my case, this door has led to a long hallway with many other doors. I am in the process of opening each one and carefully deciding which one to enter, as either choice will set the course for my career. I kinda like to know my options, so I'm checking each one. You will know when it's official when I finally know which door to walk through.

Time for me to start packing. You guys want a recap of my California trip? Let me know in the comments and I'll make it happen. When I return, I plan to be active online again. See you in a few weeks!

I'm David, and "the end of your world is the beginning of mine..."


20 comments:

  1. I bet you really inspired some of those kids.
    Check every option. I know there are so many, but find the one that's right for you.

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  2. Wahoo! Awesome times. Enjoy your travels.

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  3. Awesome you're going to be at the Salt Lake Comic Con. And it is good to check out all the doors and make careful decisions. I'm going through this with my life in general with all the life changes I've been going through. Have a great trip!

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  4. Hi David .. sounds like you had a great time connecting with writers, aspiring authors and friendly locals or tourists ...

    That holiday sounds just what you need .. and am so pleased the doors are opening for you - and your taking your considered time to see what's on offer ...

    Enjoy all you're doing .. cheers Hilary

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  5. Sounds like you've been super busy! Enjoy your trip to California.

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  6. How fun :) Looking forward to seeing which door you choose!

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  7. Good to know you're still alive, have fun with the chaos, we'll see you when you get back.

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  8. Looks like you're having fun opening those doors! Glad you've inspired some youth and your Comic Con badge is cool. The vacation will be well earned.

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  9. I just clicked on the icon of my followers, and there you were! I am looking forward to the Fantastic Four as well!
    San Diego Com Con just ended. Glad you will go to Salt Lake City.
    You mentioned Quincy. Quincy, ??. I grew up near Quincy, IL, in Pittsfield, IL.
    Great to meet you!

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  10. I was lucky enough to go to San Diego Comic Con. Love it. Have a blast in Salt Lake.

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  11. In other words, you're busier than a one-armed paper hanger! Congratulations!

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  12. It sounds like life is busy and that can be a good thing. Enjoy the ride and take your time with the decision..you will know when the right door opens. You will get that feeling of yes, this is what I want to do..

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  13. Good luck with finding the right door for you David. Have a good holiday in California. Wishing you all the best.

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  14. How fun! Way to go David! :) Enjoy Cali. Though, right now it's been painfully hot. Hoping it will cool down in the next couple of weeks.

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  15. You're up to lots of great stuff, David! So good to see!

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  16. I'm excited for you, even though I know this choice is stressful. Have a safe trip. :)

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  17. Sounds like a very busy time for you! And I'm a little jealous that you live near Salt Lake City where so many really cool book events take place!

    Whereas, I live near Philadelphia. The city that killed HitchBot. :(

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  18. So cool:) Sounds like you're having a great tour!

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  19. America's fastest growing comic con? There's no more room for it to grow. People are already hanging from the rafters and getting turned away by the fire marshall.

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  20. Looks like fun! Quincy is actually not too far from me. 3 hours. I actually cover the area near there for the 'ol day job.

    That's a pretty accurate metaphor - writing/publishing does lead to other doors. So very true!

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