Last night, I went to Porter Square Books to pick up a copy of "So You Want to Talk About Race," which I had ordered last week when I was there to read from and sign copies of my book.
I discovered that Denise Dubois was to read from her book "Self-Made Woman" at 7 PM, so I stuck around. Not only was it worth it, but after it was over, I mentioned that I had just presented my book a week ago, and two people bought copies of my book from the store on the spot!
Afterwards, Denise and a number of others went over to Christopher's for dinner and I joined them. A very nice night indeed, and completely unplanned!
Book Reading at Porter Square Books a Success!
My reading at Porter Square Books last night went very well! We had about 20 people attending, some of whom told me that my presentation was entertaining and engaging. I read excerpts from the book, answered questions, and signed about a dozen copies.
I got to see a few old friends I hadn't seen in years! Also, I got to share a few hugs!
All in all it was a great success!
If you live in the area but weren't able to make this event, Porter Square Books now has additional copies of my book in stock, so there's not need to wait for an order to come in. For upcoming events, please see my Appearances and Events page here on this web site!
Frame that dollar to hang on my wall!
I just got the word from Ingram's Lightning Source department that they deposited $78.88 into my account from sale of my book through bookstores and online sales, back in September. That's the first month my book went on sale! They are the distributor who sends copies to bookstores as they order them.
So, time to celebrate!! This my first income from direct sales through channels (as opposed to from the "trunk of my car" so to speak). Yay! I feel like a "real author" now, more than ever.
So, please help spread the word! If you can't make it to any of my events (where you can buy a book in person), then please visit your local bookstore and order one. And if you buy online, please rate and review it (however many stars you want to give it, I trust you).