Nicholas Dettmann's Blog, page 4
April 23, 2013
Just added
I have added a book signing event from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, May 4, at Martha Merrell's Books and Cafe, 231 W. Main St., Waukesha, Wis.
It's a big day in downtown Waukesha. In the morning is the season's first farmer's market. Also taking place is a breast cancer awareness walk, followed by an Art Crawl. I will be signing/selling copies of my novel, "A Life Worth Dreaming About," at Martha Merrell's. I, along with Martha Merrell's, will donate portion of the proceeds toward breast cancer research.
Be sure to come out and support a local author and a worthwhile event.
www.nickdettmann.com
It's a big day in downtown Waukesha. In the morning is the season's first farmer's market. Also taking place is a breast cancer awareness walk, followed by an Art Crawl. I will be signing/selling copies of my novel, "A Life Worth Dreaming About," at Martha Merrell's. I, along with Martha Merrell's, will donate portion of the proceeds toward breast cancer research.
Be sure to come out and support a local author and a worthwhile event.
www.nickdettmann.com
April 20, 2013
West Bend recap
I can't complain with the kind of day that was had at the 15th annual Spring Fair to Remember on Saturday at the Washington County Fairgrounds in West Bend.
I sold three books and was interviewed by the community television station. It may not sound like much, but it was another opportunity to get the word out about my book.
I encourage those who have read it to please send feedback, whether it's by contacting me directly or by posting reviews online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and/or Goodreads.com. All reviews are sincerely appreciated.
My next appearance is one a big one: Author Night at the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1.
For more information, click on the link: Author Night
I sold three books and was interviewed by the community television station. It may not sound like much, but it was another opportunity to get the word out about my book.
I encourage those who have read it to please send feedback, whether it's by contacting me directly or by posting reviews online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and/or Goodreads.com. All reviews are sincerely appreciated.
My next appearance is one a big one: Author Night at the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1.
For more information, click on the link: Author Night
Just arrived!
Just arrived! Complimentary pens or magnets with a purchase of "A Life Worth Dreaming About" at an upcoming appearance.
April 20: West Bend Spring Arts and Crafts Fair, West Bend, WI, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
May 1: Author Night, Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, Milwaukee, WI, 7 p.m.
May 11: Lakefly Literary Conference and Book Fair, Oshkosh, WI, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
May 18: Kewaskum Arts and Crafts Fair, Kewaskum High School, Kewaskum, WI, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
April 19, 2013
April 17, 2013
Career Day and talking to kids
Today was a fun day. For the third year in a row, I was a presenter for the annual Career Day at Silverbrook Middle School in West Bend. It's an event I very much look forward to. I get to talk about my job and share my neat experiences with the kids. I also got a chance to talk about my book, which the kids asked a lot of questions about, most of which were around how much money do I make.
Today was maybe the best of them all. In the previous two years, I had about 50 kids total sign up to want to hear my story. This year, the number was over 200!
I was paired with this couple who run a photo business out of their home in Hubertus. What a nice couple. The girl, Amy, was a UWM grad from Hartford and played soccer. But get this, she has the same birth date as me!
Probably the best part is when I said when I get free food when I go to Packers' games, a bunch of eyes lit up like Christmas lights :)
Priorities right?
Today was maybe the best of them all. In the previous two years, I had about 50 kids total sign up to want to hear my story. This year, the number was over 200!
I was paired with this couple who run a photo business out of their home in Hubertus. What a nice couple. The girl, Amy, was a UWM grad from Hartford and played soccer. But get this, she has the same birth date as me!
Probably the best part is when I said when I get free food when I go to Packers' games, a bunch of eyes lit up like Christmas lights :)
Priorities right?
April 13, 2013
Riverwest Radio and Burdock Radio Interview
On Wednesday, April 3, I did a taping for an interview on Riverwest Radio and Burdock Radio. We talked about my inspiration for writing "A Life Worth Dreaming About," the challenges in the publishing industry today and upcoming events, among many other things.
Here is the link to the interview: Riverwest Radio
Don't forget. Coming up on Wednesday, May 1, I will be at the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, 2220 Terrace Ave., Milwaukee.
I will discuss the inspiration for writing my book, the creative journey, and the process of self-publishing. I will entertain questions from the audience and have copies of my book available for signing and purchase. Call Ann at (414) 278-8295 or email RSVP@cavtmuseums.org to make reservations. The cost is $8 for museum members, $12 for non-members. Get your tickets today!
Here is the link to the interview: Riverwest Radio
Don't forget. Coming up on Wednesday, May 1, I will be at the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, 2220 Terrace Ave., Milwaukee.
I will discuss the inspiration for writing my book, the creative journey, and the process of self-publishing. I will entertain questions from the audience and have copies of my book available for signing and purchase. Call Ann at (414) 278-8295 or email RSVP@cavtmuseums.org to make reservations. The cost is $8 for museum members, $12 for non-members. Get your tickets today!
April 11, 2013
Coming out soon!
I will have free pens and/or magnets for those interested. All you have to do is download my free mobile app on your smartphone or iPad to find how to do so.
April 10, 2013
Trying to spread the word
This week, I was turned down for the Printer's Row Literary Fest in Chicago. That was added to the list, which includes the Cincinnati Book Festival, the Fox Cities Book Festival and the Southeastern Wisconsin Book Festival. What did all four have in common? They each told me they don't take independent/self-published authors because there is not enough of a following.
Here's where I'm irritated. How am I supposed to get a following if I won't be admitted into these festivals. I knew Cincinnati was a long shot, Chicago would've been tough. But I don't understand why a Wisconsin book festival(s) won't support local authors.
If somebody can help me figure out how to develop a following without being able to take part in book festivals, which is a great opportunity to develop an audience, would be greatly appreciated.
I sincerely appreciate the Lakefly Literary Conference folks for taking me in on such short notice. That is May 11 in Oshkosh. And I'm extremely appreciative for the two festivals I've been to in Minnesota for giving me that opportunity.
It is a growing trend where writers/authors such as myself have to go to the independent route because the odds of being traditionally published are much worse than they've ever been.
Sorry for the rant, but I needed to vent.
A sincere thank you to all those who continue to support me.
Here's where I'm irritated. How am I supposed to get a following if I won't be admitted into these festivals. I knew Cincinnati was a long shot, Chicago would've been tough. But I don't understand why a Wisconsin book festival(s) won't support local authors.
If somebody can help me figure out how to develop a following without being able to take part in book festivals, which is a great opportunity to develop an audience, would be greatly appreciated.
I sincerely appreciate the Lakefly Literary Conference folks for taking me in on such short notice. That is May 11 in Oshkosh. And I'm extremely appreciative for the two festivals I've been to in Minnesota for giving me that opportunity.
It is a growing trend where writers/authors such as myself have to go to the independent route because the odds of being traditionally published are much worse than they've ever been.
Sorry for the rant, but I needed to vent.
A sincere thank you to all those who continue to support me.
April 3, 2013
Sad phone call
Got a bit of sad news on Tuesday evening. Bookfinders in Stevens Point is closing. The store was one of the great supporters for me and my novel.
March 30, 2013
Busy week ahead
Next week will be a busy one.
On Wednesday, April 3, I will be recording a web interview with Riverwest Radio in Milwaukee. I will let you know when that is available.
On Friday, April 5, I will be featured by the Broadcast Club at UWM, a student-run television station. When the video is available for that, I will let you know.
On Saturday, April 6, I will be one of the featured panel speakers at the 3rd annual Green Bay Writers Guild Book Festival at The Attic Corner Bookstore and Cafe, 720 Bodart St., Green Bay, where the differences of publishing and the pros and cons of certain publishing avenues will be discussed. Afterward, a book sale and signing will take place.
To stay up to date, be sure to download my free mobile app or by signing up for the email announcement newsletter by sending me an email (nicholas@nickdettmann.com).
On Wednesday, April 3, I will be recording a web interview with Riverwest Radio in Milwaukee. I will let you know when that is available.
On Friday, April 5, I will be featured by the Broadcast Club at UWM, a student-run television station. When the video is available for that, I will let you know.
On Saturday, April 6, I will be one of the featured panel speakers at the 3rd annual Green Bay Writers Guild Book Festival at The Attic Corner Bookstore and Cafe, 720 Bodart St., Green Bay, where the differences of publishing and the pros and cons of certain publishing avenues will be discussed. Afterward, a book sale and signing will take place.
To stay up to date, be sure to download my free mobile app or by signing up for the email announcement newsletter by sending me an email (nicholas@nickdettmann.com).
