I had a ball at my first book signing on Saturday. I admit the whole thing felt surreal, as though I was sitting in someone else’s chair, filling in, until they got back from the bathroom. I am telling you this published author gig just didn’t feel real.
And then it did.
I felt like Clark Kent who went into the phone booth and came out Superman, because the longer I was there, the more I felt at home with that other side of me. The one who can be outgoing, and even bold in a group.
I loved meeting/visiting with new people and answering their questions. It was fun to talk about Crux (a favorite subject of mine) and I met several teens who shared their dreams of being published themselves. I tried to encourage everyone to follow their dreams and not give up, and I did it with a stupid, sappy grin on my face because I’m so happy a dream of mine came true July 9th with the release of my book.
Below are a few shots taken at the signing. I’m giving a big shout out and thank you to Books for Less for being an amazing host and featuring my book on their shelves. Ya’ll rock!
I got to talk with the coolest people today!
A few fans who dropped by around 11:00 🙂
I’ve never been so excited to write my own name!
Isn’t it pretty?
More signing and talking, very cool.
There must be sugar!
My awesome cover, I just love it!
Isn’t she cute? Gorgeous hair like a cover model. 🙂
I was there from eleven to three, sold a lot of books and talked shop with people who share my love of reading and writing. It was a blast, and I’m grateful to everyone who came by! 🙂 Let’s do it again!!!
July 15th, 2012 at 5:33 am
That sounds like so much fun! I’m glad it went well, and hope things continue to do so for you.
July 15th, 2012 at 8:21 am
What fun it looks! Isn’t it wonderful to get to talk to fans? Now I’m looking forward to my mini-signing at a local cupcake shop. 🙂
July 15th, 2012 at 9:02 am
Oh Julie, that looks awesome! I’m so pleased for you 🙂
July 15th, 2012 at 9:21 am
What a wonderful day you must have had. Super congratulations.
July 15th, 2012 at 9:40 am
Love these pics. Absolutely awesome. Congratulations. 🙂
July 15th, 2012 at 12:49 pm
That is so awesome! I have tons and tons of questions for you. I’ll pop over an e-mail. This is fantastic. Love the pics!
July 15th, 2012 at 1:12 pm
Just amazing! You look beyond ecstatic! Congrats, girl!!
July 15th, 2012 at 1:51 pm
Look at all the people!! What a fantastic turnout. Proud of you, m’dear. You’ve got a huge hit on your hands.
July 15th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
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July 15th, 2012 at 3:14 pm
So happy for you, sweetie!
July 15th, 2012 at 3:17 pm
Thanks you guys! Way more people came than expected, and I sold every book I brought 🙂 It was really fun talking with everyone 🙂
July 16th, 2012 at 2:07 am
Wow! You sold every book you bought? How exciting! I am über excited for you!
July 15th, 2012 at 8:11 pm
So cool! It actually happened and I saw it with my own eyes! Givin’ hope to the as yet unpublished! Way to go, friend.
August 23rd, 2012 at 9:33 pm
So wonderful, Julie! I love to see things like this! The display is beautiful and love to see all those teens buying a cool book! 😀
Great photography, too! You must’ve had someone good with you. Nice job. Here’s to many, many more. 😉