The Book ‘Em Foundation was started by my buddy Trish (author p.m. Terrell) and Officer Mark Kearney. It now appears in three cities and Mark continues to expand with more locations. The Foundation’s slogan is “Buy a book, stop a crook!” and fights illiteracy.
The event attracts a wide variety of authors, including several from other countries. (Notable appearances include Ellen Hopkins, Janet Evanovich, Catherine Coulter, and Chris Crutcher.) There are talks and panel discussions throughout the day as well.
I’ve participated in two panels and every year I give a talk. I also visit several schools on Friday to do my characterization session, and the kids love it. Many of the authors come in early to visit schools.
This year’s Waynesboro Book ‘Em is October 16. A full list of authors appearing can be found HERE
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Yvonne.
Sounds like a great event. Wish it was close by. Love your display, very eye catching. Have fun.
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Thoughts in Progress
Hi Diane .. the "Fight Illiteracy" aim via the Book 'em Foundation seems a highly valuable idea for society in general.
ReplyDeleteLove the way .. you go round the schools giving characterisation talks etc .. and are available for the kids to ask questions ..
Sounds fun and invigorating .. Hilary
I hear a lot of good things about Book 'Em. For some reason it sneaks up on me each year...and Sept/Oct is a crazy time for me anyway with the kids' school schedule. Maybe next year?
ReplyDeleteSounds wonderful! What a terrific cause as well. Enjoy.
ReplyDeleteLisa ~ YA Literature Lover
What a great motto! I'll keep my eye out for any future Book 'Em's in Atlanta!
ReplyDeleteSo cool that you are participating in something like this. I like the picture with you and your impressive display of books.
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Tossing It Out
This sounds so fantastic! Thanks for letting us know.
ReplyDeleteJai
I have an award for you at my blog, Diane!
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October 16 - on my calendar.
ReplyDeleteI like the name of the event. It sounds like fun and benefits a worthy cause. I’ve printed this post to take to my writing groups to see about the possibility of starting a Book ‘Em event here.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a great conference with a good cause. All children need to learn to read. It will change their lives - for the better.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a lot of fun and for a good cause. If I could be there I certainly would.
ReplyDeleteStephen Tremp
thanks for the tip! I'm going to check that out! Love the photo of you and your awesome table! Did you get posters made the same place as your bookmarks?
ReplyDeleteAs usual, I nowhere close to the action :) Hope it's wonderful!
ReplyDeleteIt's always a good idea for authors to pick a book fair that suits their title if they're planning on signing or manning a booth. This sounds like a fit for you! BTW, I have a list of bookfairs nationwide and 'round the world on my Web site. Go to www.howtodoitfrugally.com. Find the Writers Resources button at the top of the page. From there, have fun exploring the different lists and resources. Most pages have articles and all pages have tips.
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Carolyn Howard-Johnson
Anyone who can make it, please do! We have authors coming from thousands of miles away.
ReplyDeleteInteresting. When is it coming to Texas?
ReplyDeleteSylvia Dickey Smith
That sounds like a great festival!!
ReplyDeleteSylvia, Mark's been trying to set one up in the Dallas area for a couple years now.
ReplyDeleteTimes like this I wish I didn't live in Oz.
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