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May 8, 2017
Author spotlight on the Booknatics blog
I am pleased to have been a guest on the Booknatics blog discussing the release of Mental Damnation: Reality, second edition.
Author Spotlight on the Booknatics Blog
We cover the following topics:
From our understanding, this book is a second edition of a retired version. Was the process of re-writing an entire series a quick and easy one for you–or were there some struggles?
What was your inspiration to write in your chosen genre?
Do you have any certain quirks while you write? For example, a certain space for writing, any music playing in the background, etc.?
Do you put “Easter Eggs” in your books that only your close friends will know to find? Perhaps, maybe some true events that may have happened to you or someone you know.
For fun: Can you describe this book using only two words?
For your Mental Damnation series, did you have to do any research? If at all, maybe some research enlightened you on something new and even inspired an event or two in your book or any future writing?
How many unfinished stories do you have stashed away? If any, do you think you will finish writing them?
What books do you like to read when you’re not writing?
The first ever story you’ve ever written: What was it about and has anyone else read it?
Now that you are an experienced author: If you could give your younger-self just one tip on writing, what would it be?
Read the interview on the Booknatics blog
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May 3, 2017
Calgary Comic Expo 2017 – Want to Pursue Your Dreams of Writing?
On the last day of the Calgary Comic Expo 2017 three authors get together to discuss how to jump start your writing career. It is a freeform Q&A styled session with questions ranging from agents, marketing and publishing contracts.
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May 2, 2017
Calgary Comic Expo 2017 – Self-Publishing Talk
The first expo of 2017 started off with a bang. I was a part of two panels and four days of costumes, comics and pop culture! It was an opportunity to showcase the new edition of Mental Damnation: Reality and Seed Me. Both of these novels were not available at last year’s con.
The very first day was when Beth Wagner and I hosted a Journey to Self-Publishing talk, similar to the one we did at the Edmonton Comic Expo 2016. It was kept in a Q&A styled format, allowing the audience to ask any questions that they were seeking insight for.
Four Days of Calgary Comic Expo 2017
After the first panel on the first day, the rest of the convention was fairly busy compared to last year. The booth was kept on the second floor of the Big Four building, where they happened to also put Stan Lee and Tod McFarlane. This drew in a lot of traffic during the days that they were there.
The Saturday had the most costumes of the four days and I snagged as many photos as I could while chatting with people. Check out some of the costumes shared below.
Sunday was the second panel where I joined authors Adam Dreece and Ron S. Friedman in another freeform Q&A styled panel titled Want to Pursue Your Dreams of Writing. The panel was well received and it was a pleasure to catch up with audience after the panel to discuss more about writing.
Over the four days I was able to catch up with familiar faces such as horror author Matthew GIllies, who we shared a booth and a panel together last year. Reg of SANE Clothing, and Vince Seim / Chance Clark of the H3 trilogy, among many other artists, authors and vendors. The con is so large it was tough to try and find everyone, but hoping to catch up with more and meet new people at the Edmonton Comic Convention in the fall.
I’ve got many more stops throughout the spring and summer before then, so keep watch on the blog for more announcements!
Calgary Comic Con 2017 Costume Gallery
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May 1, 2017
Joining SANE Clothing at the Northen Fancon
From May 5th to May 7th I will be joining SANE Clothing at the Northern Fancon in Prince George. It will be an exciting weekend of pop culture, comics and more.
This event I will be bringing the novels: Seed Me and Mental Damnation along with the artwork which can be found on SANE Clothing’s high quality branded T-Shirts.
Grab tickets at the Northern Fan Con website!
When?
May 5: 4pm-9pm
May 6: 10am-7pm
May 7: 10am-4pm
Where?
CN Centre Prince George, BC.
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April 25, 2017
Live Reading of Mental Damnation: Reality at Happy Harbor Comics
April 2017 the second edition of Mental Damnation: Reality was released at Happy Harbor Comics. The event offered insight into why Konn chose to rewrite the novel and a reading of one of the new chapters.
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April 22, 2017
Mental Damnation: Reality Signing at Indigo North Centre
Following the signing at West Side Chapters, I’ll now be heading over to the one and only Indigo North Town Centre for a signing of Reality. Drop in for a meet & greet the author, artwork, and of course, the books themselves.
When and Where:
Sunday, April 23rd from 11:00am – 4:00pm
Indigo North Town Centre
9450 – 137 Avenue NW, Unit 186 Edmonton, Alberta
Mark your calendars.
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April 21, 2017
Mental Damnation: Reality Signing at Chapters West Side
I’ll now be heading over to Chapters Westside for a signing of Mental Damnation: Reality. Drop in for a meet & greet the author, artwork, and of course, the books themselves.
When and Where:
Saturday, April 22nd from 11:00am – 4:00pm
Chapters – Westside
9952 170th Street, Edmonton, Alberta
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April 20, 2017
Mental Damnation: Reality Signing at Chapters Southpoint
I’ll now be heading over to Chapters Southpoint for a signing of Mental Damnation: Reality April 21st. Drop in for a meet & greet the author, artwork, and of course, the books themselves.
When and Where:
Friday, April 21st from 11:00am – 4:00pm
Chapters Southpoint
3227 Calgary Trail NW
T6J 5X8
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April 17, 2017
A.G. Kirkham – Romance author of Guard: Satan’s Pride
This month’s guest is A.G. Kirkham who is the author of a biker romance series titled
Guard: Satan’s Pride.
Let’s welcome A.G. Kirkham to the blog!
A.G. Kirkham, introduce yourself to us.
Hello All! Thanks for allowing me to be art of your program.
What inspired you to write Guard: Satan’s Pride series?
This book was meant to inspire mature women who can be set in their ways, or have loved and lost to believe in love again. Love happens when you least expect it and many times with someone you never would have imagined for yourself.
So I let Ava, my main character, fall in love with the most unlikely person she would have thought. Guard is tough and very much the Alpha-male and Ava has been independent and alone for a long time.
Most unusual combination but a lot of fun.
What initially got you into writing?
Writing is a release. It is every fantasy or story you ever want to recount. I want to be a storyteller. I can make others laugh, cry, and dream. Especially dream! Why Romance? Because I believe that everyone deserves to find that special person to enhance their lives.
What was the first book that you wrote?
Guard is the first novel I have written. The next in the series is coming out soon.
Do you have a preferred genre to write in?
I do prefer Romance. I am a hopeless romantic!
What will be your next project?
“War” is coming out very soon. It is the second in the Satan’s Pride Series. This is about the singer/musician and her encounter with a bad boy biker from the Satan’s Pride MC.
Thank you for joining us A.G. Kirkham to talk about your writing!
You can find A.G. Kirkham’s work on her on Amazon:
Guard: Satan’s Pride Series on Amazon
You can follow her on Facebook and Goodreads at:
https://www.facebook.com/A-G-Kirkham-115687622197736
https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15441328.A_G_Kirkham
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April 3, 2017
CONSUME Damnation at the Calgary Comic Expo
I will be heading over to Calgary for the exciting yearly expo of comics and entertainment. This year I will be bringing both Seed Me and Mental Damnation: Reality novels for you to consume. In addition the World Mother: Seed Me Novel Score will be available to purchase in CD format as well.
Where is the Calgary Comic Expo?
BMO Center
20 Roundup Way SE
Calgary, AB T2G 2W1
April 27 – 4pm to 9pm
April 28 – 1pm to 9pm
April 29 – 10am to 7pm
April 30 – 10am to 5pm
I’ll be at booth BF 4823
See you all then!
Be sure to grab your ticket to join this exciting event of costumes and pop culture.
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