The Big Epic Post of Events in July!

Lots of things are happening next month! Which means I'm probably not going to post much. But! This means I might be coming to an area near you, and if I am, I hope I can come meet you!



So! Events!




ASCENDIO 2012

Orlando, FL

July 12-15, 2012




This Harry Potter fan conference is much more than just Harry Potter.

This year, they're doing a Quill Track, a series of workshops specifically for writers. I honestly believe that if you're a writer who can feasibly come to this conference, this is one to definitely attend. Totally worthwhile. The programming looks amazing.




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REALM OF THE UNKNOWN

Irving, TX

July 19, 2012




Other authors in attendance: 

-Andrea Cremer

-Marie Lu

-Jackson Pearce

-Rosemary Clement-Moore




2pm: Realm of the Unknown Party (open to teens only)

7pm: YA Author Panel and Signing




Irving, TX has a fantastic library system. You should absolutely check them out and see what cool things they are doing--not just on July 19 (I hope you come!) but also throughout the summer. 




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BOOK PEOPLE SIGNING

Austin, TX

July 21, 2012






Other authors in attendance: 

-PJ Hoover

-KA Holt






Signing at the Book People bookstore is one of those nerdy book dreams I've held onto for awhile. My friend PJ Hoover has signed there before, and the pictures I've seen of her events make me want to run to the store and just explore. So I'm especially excited to sign there with her and KA Holt! 




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TEENS READ ART CONTEST

Online! 

Opening July 21, 2012






This online contest is a great idea--a way for teens to celebrate any book through art (art of any kind--painting, photography, or more). Basically, a teen submits a digital photograph of a work of art, and could win $50 book gift card, signed books, and more! Be sure to check it out and encourage the teens in your life to celebrate art with art!




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