Hey, guys! I logged off longer than I meant to. There was a lot to catch up on in the old personal quarters, and many events where the results were nothing short of dizzying. I was told that once you publish a book, life will never be the same again. You could say I've had something of an adjustment period, balancing promotion and marketing on top of an overloaded matrix of work and family life.
All is falling into place; I'm finally finding my footing again.
That said, some doors are opening to possible new stories. I'll be investing some time fomenting ideas, including some short stories. With my zombie novel on submission and still tinkering on a sequel for Woven, having something for me to do is never in short supply.
I've had these new ideas in my head for some time. It will be great to see how these stories will unfold on paper. Stay tuned, my friends.
Now, I have some pictures, most of which were not taken by me and I don't recall who took what. For credit, you know who you are:
First is our signing in Las Vegas. We had a really good turnout, and I was amazed by a few who traveled a long way just to see us, including some of my dearest friends from High School that I haven't seen in almost ten years.
You can't do Vegas without a feast! We went to the World Carnival buffet at the Rio. Needless to say we ate like kings that night. You can start laughing now. Or be hungry. You can take your pick.
I really should do more trips like this. I was lucky to be a passenger, which made it possible to cram many words on the road. I may have spotted a zombie or two out the window ...
We even stopped to lunch with a group of writers from southern Utah. These are some of the finest writers (and humans) I know. It was an honor to share a slice with them.
And then, there was Storymakers 2015! There is this new convention center in Provo, and I got to say it is a wonderful building. It was able to hold all of the conference's needs and over 700 folks.
Authors who Donut!
J. Scott Savage knows the way to my heart ...
Selfie with J. A. Bennett (and photo bomber).
Signing a copy of Woven to Mr. Brandon Mull!
Chill'n with Darci Cole at the signing!
And that's just the tip of the asteroid. It's super easy for me to get so caught up in the moment that I never think to take my camera out. I'm lucky for these shots and grateful for those who took them and are letting me share. One day I'll have a more efficient camera and maybe let a professional photographer catch those moments.
Have a good week, guys. That's what I'm aiming for. :)
Do you do writer's conferences and go to author events when you can? What's your favorite. Want me to come to your area?
Have a good week, guys. That's what I'm aiming for. :)
Do you do writer's conferences and go to author events when you can? What's your favorite. Want me to come to your area?