So, I’m trying hard to work smarter along with giving max...

So, I’m trying hard to work smarter along with giving max effort setting up events for both my new novels. But it seems unlike in years past, that communication is an inexact science. For instance, I’ve contacted my three local colleges, speaking directly to 2 bookstore managers about October or Halloween events, but have heard nothing back for over two weeks. The same can be said for 4 other possible events. Emails go unreturned, as do voice messages. Some of the places I contacted have already hosted successful events with me in the past. It’s very hard to be a stellar book pimp if all the good street corners are off limits. Even thinking out of the box hasn’t gotten me far because folks won’t call/email me back.

I’ve checked and re-checked my hygiene. I’m rinsing and flossing. 

I don’t understand why folks can’t take the time to be courteous enough to return communication just to say, hey, thanks but no thanks. So, I guess I’ll keep marching onward until my determined, creative legs just won’t carry me another step.