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Lori Foster's Writer and Reader Get-Together
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Driving to Lori Foster's Writer and Reader Get-Together was an event in itself.... |
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Registration and the mound of giveaway bags |
Lori Foster's Writer and Reader Get-Together is exactly what it promises, a very laid backed chance for readers and their favorite romance authors to meet up in a jeans and t-shirt atmosphere. This is the 4th year for this event sponsored by authors Lori Foster, Dianne Castell and Linda Keller and they've seen attendance more than double to over 250.
The line of romance junkies circled the hotel lobby as they waited patiently to get their goody bags which were stuffed with books, bookmarks, pens, candy and some undescribable things that I'll have to take a picture of for you to believe. Once in the ballroom, readers were given a scavenger hunt task where they had to find certain authors to sign their papers for a chance to win a Kindle. What a great idea for a mixer! Throw in a pizza party, games and more free books and this is the ultimate weekend getaway for any romance reader.
The perimeter of the ballroom was lined with give away baskets (that I already know I won't win), but it's always a hoot to walk around and listen to the oohs and ahhs as people check them out while stuffing raffle tickets into the containers.
I caught up with my online friends Tony and Lori Karayanni (who write the terrific Sophie Metropolis series as Tori Carrington). We met on MySpace, and Tony's homemade baklava was to die for, so I'll never settle for the virtual stuff again. They offered Greek dancing lessons, but I was busy stuffing the sticky dessert in my mouth and washing it down with wine.
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Dianna Snell taking lady like bites |
Then I found Dianna Snell hunkered down by the Krispy Kreme donuts. (I told you this was a great party)
There were lots of editor appointments with excited new wannabe authors who's enthusiasm is infectious. But my favorite part is sitting around talking to die hard romance readers and hearing things like "I once read a book about a pirate and a spinster in Barbados" and having others shout out that they read it too while they're naming favorite characters and scenes.
Bottom Line: It's like they've all come home and are among their own kind. And isn't that a happy place to be.
Authors Lori and Tony, writing as Tori Carrington
Author Leanna Renee Hieber and her mother Kathy
Posted by Barbara Vey on June 7, 2008 | Comments (21)
June 7, 2008
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mary s commented:
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mary s commented:
Thanks Barb for the update--glad you made it!! But the baklava description & donut description made me hungry for breakfast!!
June 7, 2008
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TarotByArwen commented:
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TarotByArwen commented:
DANG IT! Now I want a donut! Lucky for you I am heading out to the first day of Farmer's Market in my town (it's a big deal--my standard poodle is sure they gather up just to pet and praise him.) But I will be buying a humongous crumb-topped blueberry muffin. Sadly I have to share it with the dog, but I will enjoy my part. Enjoy the conference. Can't wait for more updates.
June 7, 2008
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Shari Anton commented:
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Shari Anton commented:
LOL!! I keep threatening to somehow replace the patient voice in the dh's GPS with one that gets more irritated with each instruction that isn't followed :). Waving at Lori & Tony and craving baklava!
June 7, 2008
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Scotdncr (Becky) commented:
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Scotdncr (Becky) commented:
Darn I wish I was there, sounds like an absolute BLAST!!!
June 7, 2008
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tara commented:
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tara commented:
Thank you for the update!! Wish I was there!! LOL Look for my baskets to win***the jewelry baskets!! Have funs and keep us posted!! Hugs** Tara
June 7, 2008
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Kwana commented:
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Kwana commented:
I love new authors! Congrats Leanna. I've got to check out Dark Nest!
June 7, 2008
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Storidiva commented:
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Storidiva commented:
WOW! Leanna at her first booksigning. You go girl. DArknest is a terrific book and I hope you have continued success.
June 7, 2008
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Jody commented:
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Jody commented:
Enjoy your time in Cincinnati you are missing all the fun at home and the horrible weather. It is just nasty. Tornados, floods rain 3 inches in an hour, flying manhole covers because of flooding,, hail the size of golf and tennis balls, and loads of lightening. Be careful on your drive home we are expected to have even more tomorrow. Sounds like you are having a blast. Well at least it isn't snow.
June 7, 2008
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Edie Ramer commented:
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Edie Ramer commented:
Ditto what Jody said. Smart of you to leave this weekend. Tony and Lori make a cute couple. How sweet of Leanna to bring her mother with her.
June 7, 2008
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TarotByArwen commented:
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TarotByArwen commented:
I totally missed my chaptermate from FF&P in the video! DUH! Go Leanna!!! "Dark Nest" is on my Must Be Read list!
June 7, 2008
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Cheryl commented:
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Cheryl commented:
Sounds like a lot of fun. Wish I was there. Enjoyed the videos
June 8, 2008
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Leanna Renee Hieber commented:
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Leanna Renee Hieber commented:
Thanks Barbara! And thanks for the kind words, everyone!
June 8, 2008
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Dianna Love commented:
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Dianna Love commented:
Barbara - LOL. You WOULD catch me with a donut in my mouth. It's been great fun seeing you this weekend. Lori Foster and Dianne Castell have put on an amazing event. This is particularly special for me because I signed the my first book the first time at this Barnes & Nobles with Linda Keller, the Customer Relations Manager who has become a dear friend. And yesterday I signed my new book, Phantom In The Night, for the first time with Linda...oh, and 100 more authors. I highly recommend the event to any of you considering this for next year. There was lots of time all day and night to hang out with all your favorite authors. I loved being able to chat for long periods of time with readers I know from online meetings and new ones I met for the first time. As usual, Barbara was a big hit with a group always flocking around her. Thanks for making the trip. Dianna
June 8, 2008
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violet s commented:
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violet s commented:
It was nice to see the new author with her mom! Just wanted that out of one of my children (& now my son is published!!) but where is my hairdresser, my airline employee, my florist?!!
June 8, 2008
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Falconear commented:
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Falconear commented:
That's Great Leanna! Dark Nest is great book and I wish you much success. Any publicity is good. God Bless your mom! Keep up the good work! :)
June 8, 2008
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Stacey Klemstein commented:
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Stacey Klemstein commented:
Yea, Leanna! Congrats on your first signing!!! : )
June 9, 2008
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Kelley Nyrae commented:
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Kelley Nyrae commented:
I had such an amazing time. I met so many wonderful people, connected with old friends and shared my love of romance novels. What a special weekend.
June 9, 2008
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U-vonne commented:
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U-vonne commented:
It really was A great time! I enjoyed meeting and becoming 'instant friends' with everyone. I increased my knowledge of the industry and found some great new favorite authors like Leanna and Kelley. I cant wait till next year!
June 9, 2008
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Leanna Renee Hieber commented:
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Leanna Renee Hieber commented:
I have to jump back in and echo what other attendees like the fabulous Dianna Love have said about what an incredible event this was. One of the best weekends this industry has offered me in heart, friendship, knowledge and spirit. This was my first time and the beginning of a wonderful new tradition, with great causes benefiting my hometown! I met incredible people I'll carry with me throughout my just-getting-started career, *waving to my awesome and incomparable "instant friend" U-vonne!* Can't wait to see everyone again next year!!
June 9, 2008
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Patricia Sargeant commented:
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Patricia Sargeant commented:
Hi, Barb! It was wonderful to meet you during the Get Together. I always have a wonderful time at the event.
June 15, 2008
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Missy Taylor commented:
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Missy Taylor commented:
Man... you really have the best job in the world...
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