What's Going On?

Those of you following me on social media will have seen some posts and updates about my book signing in July 2017. Since arranging this with a local library earlier this month, I've been working really hard to spread the word. I'm also in the process of adding a second venue and date, which will hopefully be announced in April 2017, so if you're unable to make the first one, you don't have to miss out.Where & When?July 1st 2017 - Wrose Library, Wrose, Shipley, Bradford, UK - between 1100-1430hours on the day of Wrose Carnival (and during Bradford Literary Festival)What's going on?I'll be inside Wrose Library displaying and signing copies of my book Finding Pandora. I'm also bringing along copies of Aeon Infinitum: Run For Your Life and two short story books published with the local school, Low Ash, as seen on Made In Leeds TV in February. The books will be on display and at the end, I will be donating them to the library along with a signed copy of one of my own novels. Depending on how busy the event is, I may also have time to do a reading from Finding Pandora.What's in it for me?If you've already purchased a copy of any of my novels, I would be more than happy to sign anything you bring along. I'm hoping to meet and greet lots of local readers and aspiring writers, so it'll be an ideal time for you to speak to an experienced indie author. As well as books, I'll also be bringing along other goodies such as bookmarks and balloons, so it's worth visiting to say hello (if only for the free stuff!).Who's going to be there?The signing is being hosted by the hard working volunteers of Wrose Library, so they'll be present to answer questions and help if you just want to check out their selection. I'll also be bringing along three fantastic assistants - if they're wearing a white hat, they're one of mine! If you need help and I'm with another guest, please feel welcome to grab one of them. They'll do their best to help you out.Can I take pictures?Yes, of course! One of my lovely assistants will be taking photos for me throughout the day and capturing some video, so if you want to be in one of those you'll need to sign a permission form to say you are happy for the image/ footage to be shared on my online platform. If you're taking pictures of your own, I'm happy to pose for/ with you. If you're as rubbish at selfies as I am, one of my assistants will help you.Who does this benefit?The signing is part of my first official book tour, but more than anything I want to draw people back to the library to use its facilities and meet the volunteers. I'm also really looking forward to getting to know my readers and other writers out there, so if you're an author or an aspiring writer, come say hello - I'm always happy to talk!I want to help. What can I do?There are lots of kind people on Twitter and Facebook who have already agreed to share and retweet any book signing related posts. This will be a massive help! Bloggers have offered to cover our story as a news article or a featured guest post, too, so if you run your own blog I would be happy to send you the information and some pictures if you've got a spot to fill! If you have something else in mind, contact me and we'll chat.Alternatively, please see (left) the digital poster I'm circulating. If you want to grab a copy of that and blast it across your platform, I'd really appreciate your help!Are local media covering the story?Yes! I've been in touch with a local radio station, magazine and many others about the event. I have plenty of media lined up to help us spread the word, but if you think you can help us further, please let me know!Is that all?Would I disappoint you? Wrose Carnival will be kicking off that very same day and will make for a great day out.Also, it's Bradford Literature Festival and I know they've got plenty going on!That's all I can tell you right now, but I'll be posting regular updates on my blog and insider's gossip about the books I'll be featuring. I look forward to seeing you all - catch you later!E. Rachael Hardcastle