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| Event | Date | Description |
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Classic Plastics Toy & Comic Expo |
March 4-5, 2023 | Will be one of over
100 individuals (authors, podcasters, cosplay
participants, artists, comic book vendors and more) talking
fantasy, SF, games, comics, movies, and more. Parkersburg Art Center 725 Market Street Parkersburg, WV |
| WittCon XVIII | March 25, 2023 | Will be participating
as an author, talking about fantasy and SF, signing copies of my novels,
and presenting about writing and world creating to attendees.
10:00 am to 6:00 pm |
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Past Events |
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| Piqua ComicCon | November 10, 2022 |
Participated as a an author guest and vendor, talking about fantasy and
SF, and writing, and signing copies of my novels for attendees. |
| St. Paris Public Library | September 29, 2022 | Presented to library patrons and local attendees on how to get published. |
| ConCarolinas 2022 | June 3-5, 2022 | Was
a Guest Author and participated on various panels. Had the opportunity to meet readers, discuss writing and sign
my novels for readers. |
|
Classic Plastics Toy & Comic Expo |
March 5, 2022 |
Was one of over
100 individuals (authors, podcasters, cosplay
participants, artists, comic book vendors and more) talking
fantasy, SF, games, comics, movies, and more. Parkersburg Art Center 725 Market Street Parkersburg, WV |
| WittCon XVII | March 19, 2022 |
Participated as an author, talking about fantasy and SF, signing copies
of my novels, and participating on an Author Panel.
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
|
| Christmas in the Village | December 4, 2019 | Was be among
a large variety of local
artists, craft and jewelry makers and gift
vendors. |
| Classic Plastics Pop Culture Vendor Show | September 25, 2021 | Was
one of over 50 artists and vendors participating at the Grand Central
Mall in Vienna, WV. |
|
Local Author Presentation Westerville Public Library |
April 22, 2020
Cancelled due to |
Planned to give a
presentation on writing a series, focusing on fantasy and SF writing, to
patrons and visitors of the library. 7:00 to 8:15 pm
126 South State Street |
| WittCon XVII | March 28,
2020
Cancelled due to |
Planned to be be participating as an author, talking about fantasy and
SF, signing copies of my novels, and participating on an Author Panel.
Begins at 10:00 am |
|
Local Author Presentation Westerville Public Library |
March 25, 2020
Cancelled due to |
Planned to give a
presentation on self-editing, focusing on fantasy and SF writing, to
patrons and visitors of the library.
(An updated version of the presentation given on 6/14/18) |
| Classic Plastics Toy & Comic Expo | March 7 & 8, 2020 |
Was one of over 100 individuals (authors, podcasters,
cosplay participants, artists, comic book vendors and more)
talking fantasy, SF, games, comics, movies, and more. Parkersburg Art Center 725 Market Street Parkersburg, WV |
| Christmas in the Village | December 7, 2019 |
Was be among
a large variety of local
artists, craft and jewelry makers and gift
vendors. From: Noon am to 5:00 pm in the Municipal Building |
| Parkersburg PopCon | September 28, 2019 | Was one of over
70 authors, artists, crafters, vendors, plus cosplayers and more
participating.
11:00 am until 5:00
pm |
| River City Comic Arts Festival | July 28, 2019 | Was one of over 50
authors, artists, crafters, plus cosplayers and more. I'll be talking
with readers and signing copies of my books.
10:00 am until 5:00 pm
|
| Art Affair on the Square | July 20, 2019 |
Was one of over
150 artists, writers, and vendors in Historic Downtown Urbana, Ohio. 10:00 am until 6:00 pm |
| 2019 Ohioana Book Festival | April 27, 2019 | Was one of
over 120 Ohio authors participating on panels, meeting and talking to readers,
and signing books. 10:30 am - 5:00 pm |
| Classic Plastics Toy & Comic Expo | March 2 & 3, 2019 | Was one of over
100 individuals (authors, podcasters, cosplay
participants, artists, comic book vendors and more) talking fantasy, SF, games, comics,
movies, and more. Parkersburg Art Center 725 Market Street Parkersburg, WV |
| Christmas in the Village | December 1, 2018 | Was among
a large variety of local
artists, craft and jewelry makers and gift
vendors. Also: Free pictures with Santa and free Sleigh Rides, and more. From: Noon am to 5:00 pm in the Municipal Building |
|
Local Author Presentation Westerville Public Library |
November 15, 2018 | Gave a
presentation on writing combat scenes, focusing on action/adventure,
fantasy and SF, to patrons and visitors of the library. 7:00 to 8:15 pm
126 South State Street |
| Parkersburg PopCon | October 20, 2018 |
I was among a host of authors, artists, cosplayers
and vendors attending. WVU at Parkersburg 167 Nicolette Rd. Parkersburg WV 26104 |
| 14th Annual Art Affair on the Square | July 21, 2018 |
Was in the Literary Tent (hosted by the Champaign County
Library) along with six other local authors, meeting
readers and signing copies of our novels.
From 10:00 am until 6:00 pm.
One Monument Square |
|
8th Annual
River City
Comic Con Marietta, Ohio (The Event was Cancelled. Look for me there next year) |
July 1, 2018 |
Would have been among an
number authors, including comic book authors, attending the
convention, along with a host of cosplayers, artists, and various
fantasy, SF and comic book vendors, and more. |
|
Local Author Presentation Westerville Public Library |
June 14, 2018 | Gave a
presentation on self-editing, focusing on fantasy and SF writing, to
patrons and visitors of the library. 7:00 to 8:15 pm
126 South State Street |
| Classic Plastics Toy & Comic Expo | March 3 & 4, 2018 |
Was one of over
100 individuals (authors, podcasters, cosplay
participants, artists, comic book vendors and more) talking fantasy, SF, games, comics,
movies, and more. Parkersburg Art Center 725 Market Street Parkersburg, WV |
| Christmas in the Village (St. Paris, Ohio) |
December 2, 2017 | Was among
a large variety of local
artists, craft and jewelry makers and gift
vendors. Also: Craft Show, free pictures with Santa and free Sleigh Rides, and more. From: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm in the Municipal Building |
| Great Geek Fest 2017 | October 21, 2017 | Was
among a host of authors and artists participating in the event. Delaware County District Library Orange Branch 7171 Gooding Blvd. Delaware, OH 43015 |
|
7th Annual
River City
Comic Con Marietta, Ohio |
September 17, 2017 |
Was among an
number authors, including comic book authors, attending the
convention, along with a host of cosplayers, artists, and various
fantasy, SF and comic book vendors, and more. |
| Second Monday
Authors Event at the Centerville Public Library |
August 14, 2017 | Was
one of two authors greeting readers, discussing writing and reading, and
signed copies of my novels. From 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm
111 West Spring Valley Road |
| Books Signing at Amos Memorial Library | August 9, 2017 | Talked
with readers and signed copies of my novels along with fellow authors as
part of an expansion event at the Amos Memorial Library. From 5-8:00 pm
Amos Memorial Public
Library |
| Book Signing and
Meeting with Fantasy Reading Group at Gathering Volumes |
July 20, 2017 |
Spoke with readers and signed copies of my novels. Also met with the local fantasy group that meets at the store. From 4:00 until 6:45 pm
Gathering
Volumes Bookstore
|
| 13th Annual Art Affair on the Square | July 15, 2017 |
Appeared in the Literary Tent along with other local authors, meeting
readers.
From 10:00 am until 6:00 pm.
One Monument Square |
|
Panel on World Building at the Bexley Public Library |
June 22, 2017 | Was part of a
panel including authors, professors and other experts, discussing World
Building (with a SF focus). 7:00 to 8:00 pm Bexley Public Library |
|
Local Author Presentation Westerville Public Library |
June 15, 2017 | Gave a
presentation on world building, focusing on fantasy and SF, to patrons
and visitors of the library. 7:00 to 8:15 pm
126 South State Street |
|
Independent
Bookstore Day Author Signing at Gathering Volumes |
April 29, 2017 |
Was one of over 20 Ohio authors discussing
reading, writing and signing copies of our books.
Gathering
Volumes Bookstore |
| 2017 Ohioana Book Festival | April 8, 2017 | I
was one of
over 120 Ohio authors participating on panels, meeting and talking to readers,
and signing books. 10 am - 4:30pm |
| Classic Plastics Toy & Comic Expo | March 4 & 5, 2017 | I
was one of over
100 individuals (authors, podcasters, cosplay
participants, artists, comic book vendors and more) talking fantasy, SF, games, comics,
movies, and more. Parkersburg Art Center 725 Market Street Parkersburg, WV
|
|
Christmas in the
Village (St. Paris, Ohio) |
December 3, 2016 |
Was among
a large variety of local
artists, craft and jewelry makers and gift
vendors. Also: Craft Show, free pictures with Santa and free Sleigh Rides, and more. From: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Municipal Building |
| Great Geek Fest 2016 | October 29, 2016 | Was
among a host of Ohio authors and artists at the event. Delaware County District Library Orange Branch 7171 Gooding Blvd. Delaware, OH 43015 10:00 am until 8:00 pm |
| Around About Books Anniversary/Halloween Celebration | October 1, 2016 | Was
among a large variety of local artists, as part of Around About Book's
Celebration. Many activities and events planned, besides authors. 8 West Main Street Troy, Ohio 45373
9:00 am to 9:00 pm
|
| Pony Wagon Days
Festival (St. Paris, Ohio) |
September 10, 2016 | I participated as an author in the Arts and Crafts event at the Pony
Wagon Festival, hosted by Our Town St. Paris. More details will follow as they become available. |
| 36th Annual Yellow Springs Book Fair | August 20, 2016 | On the grounds
of Mills Lawn Elementary School
(200 S.
Walnut Street) in Yellow Springs, Ohio 8:00 am until 5:00 pm |
|
6th Annual
River City
Comic Con Marietta, Ohio |
July 24, 2016 | Was one of
many authors, including comic book authors, attending the
convention, along with a host of cosplayers, artists, and various
fantasy, SF and comic book vendors, and more. |
| 12th Annual Art Affair on the Square | July 16, 2016 | I
appeared in the Literary Tent along with other local
authors, meeting readers.
From 10:00 am until 6:00 pm. |
|
Champaign
County Library Author Fair |
April 16, 2016 | I was one of
eight
Champaign County authors that participated in signing books and talking to
readers in support of National Library Week. 11:00 am to
2:00 pm
|
| Author Presentation Upper Scioto Valley High School |
April 15, 2016 | I
spoke
about writing, publishing and 'being' an author to high school and
junior high students
at the Upper Scioto Valley School campus. |
| Classic Plastics Toy & Comic Expo | March 5, 2016 | I was
one of about 100 individuals talking fantasy, SF, games, comics and
more. In addition, I had a table where I met a lot of fantasy and SF fans and
many picked up copies of my works.
Parkersburg Art Center 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
|
|
Local Author Presentation Westerville Public Library |
January 14, 2016 | Gave a
presentation on writing and publishing to patrons and visitors of the
library from 7:00 to 8:00 pm.
126 South State Street |
|
Christmas in the
Village (St. Paris, Ohio) |
December 5, 2015 |
Was among a large variety of local
artists, craft and jewelry makers and gift
vendors. Also: Craft Show, free pictures with Santa and free Sleigh Rides. From: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Municipal Building |
| River City Comic Con | August 15, 2015 |
Was one of several authors attending the
convention, participating on the 3:00 panel, meeting readers and gamers,
and signing copies of novels. |
| 11th Annual Art Affair on the Square | July 18, 2015 |
Was one of five local authors meeting readers
and signing books on the Square
(Downtown Urbana where US Rt. 36 and US
Rt. 68 cross) from 10:00 am until 6:00
pm. The Literary Tent was hosted by Main Graphics. |
| Local Author
Festival Westerville Public Library |
June 6, 2015 | I
met
readers, talked about books and writing, and signed copies of my
novels. Participated on the Adult SF/Fantasy Novel and Writing Panel. More than 50 authors
were
scattered throughout the library. 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
126 South State Street |
| ConCarolinas 2015 | May 29 to 31, 2015 | Was
a Guest Author and participated on various panels. Had the opportunity
to meet readers, discuss writing and sign a few novels. |
|
St. Paris
Public Library (Author Presentation) |
May 19, 2015 |
Spoke and answered questions about genre fiction, writing, and publishing with visitors and Friends
of the Library. 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. St. Paris Public Library 127 E. Main Street St. Paris, OH 43072 |
| 2015 Ohioana Book Festival | April 25, 2015 | I
was one of
over 110 authors participating on panels, meeting and talking to readers
and signing books. 10 am - 4:30pm |
| Mini Convention
Sponsored by: One Stop Adventure Spot |
March 21, 2015 | Event was cancelled
by plans are in the works to hold it at a later date. Located at: 23 S. South Street Wilmington, Ohio |
|
Holiday Bazaar |
December 13, 2014 |
Was one of two authors and many artists and crafts
persons selling books, paintings, jewelry and more. From Noon until 4:00 pm. Located at: Little York Tavern & Pizza 116 W Main St, Troy, Ohio 45373 |
|
Christmas in the Village (St. Paris, Ohio) |
December 6, 2014 | Was one
author among a large variety of local crafts and gift
vendors. Also: Craft Show, free pictures with Santa and free Sleigh Rides. From: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Municipal Building |
| Holiday Bazaar |
November 20, 2014 |
At
Upper Valley Career Center,
was of the vendors, meeting customers and readers. From 2:45 pm until 6:00 pm in the Cafeteria and LRC (Library) |
| Applefest | September 6, 2014 |
Was one of over a dozen local authors meeting
readers & signing books at the County Courthouse lobby during the Applefest in Sidney,
Ohio. Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| 34th Annual Yellow Springs Book Fair | August 16, 2014 |
On the lawn of Mills Lawn Elementary School in Yellow
Springs, Ohio. 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Hosted by Dark Star Books. |
| Art Affair on the Square | July 19, 2014 | Was
one of six local authors meeting readers
and signing books on the Square
(Downtown Urbana where US Rt. 36 and US
Rt. 68 cross) from 10:00 am until 6:00
pm. |
| 2014 Ohioana Book Festival | May 10, 2014 |
Was one of over 70 Ohio authors
meeting readers, signing books, speaking on various panels, and more.
10:00 am - 4:30 pm
|
|
Christmas in the Village (St. Paris, Ohio) |
December 7, 2013 | Was one of
several authors along with a large variety of local crafts and gift
vendors (65 total). Also: Craft Show, free Pictures with Santa and free Sleigh Rides. From: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Municipal Building |
| Holiday Bazaar | November 19, 2013 |
At
Upper Valley Career Center,
Was one of several authors among a variety of gift vendors. From 2:45 pm until 5:00 pm in the LRC (Library) |
| University of Cincinnati | September 25, 2013 |
Presented to a
class of 24 students (English 1018 Freshman Seminar, Writing Fantasy
001) at UC. The topic: World Building and Incorporating Magic in a Fantasy Setting |
| Cox Shotokan Karate Grand Opening (Springfield Tora Dojo) | September 14, 2013 | Was
one of several vendors at the opening festivities.
2443 Troy Road
(State Route 41)
10:00 am to 3:00
pm. |
| Applefest | September 7, 2013 |
Was one of over two dozen local authors meeting
readers & signing books at the County Courthouse lobby during the
Applefest in Sidney,
Ohio. Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| Yellow Springs Book Fair | August 18, 2013 |
On the lawn of the Elementary School in Yellow
Springs, Ohio. 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Hosted by Dark Star Books. |
| Fandom Fest 2013 | July 26-July 28, 2013 |
Attended as a Guest Writer and participated on four panels, in addition
to meeting readers and signing novels. At The Galt House and Kentucky International Convention Center in Louisville, Kentucky. |
| Art Affair on the Square | July 20, 2013 |
Was one of several local authors meeting readers
and signing books on the Square
(Downtown Urbana where US Rt. 36 and US
Rt. 68 cross) from 10:00 am until 6:00
pm. |
| 2013 Ohioana Book Festival | May 11, 2013 |
Was one of over 70 Ohio authors, meeting readers,
signing books and more, from 10:00 am until 4:30 pm at the Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center 546 Jack Gibbs Blvd. Columbus, OH 43215 |
| Holiday Book Fair | December 1, 2012 |
Was one of over a dozen Ohio authors signing books
at the Colony Square Mall (3575 Maple Avenue in Zanesville, Ohio) From 11:00 am until 7:00 pm. |
| Holiday Bazaar | November 27, 2011 |
At
Upper Valley Career Center, Was one of several
authors among a variety of gift vendors.
From 2:45 pm until 5:00 pm in the LRC (Library) |
| Applefest | September 9, 2012 |
Was one of over two dozen local authors meeting
readers & signing books at the County Courthouse lobby during the
Applefest in Sidney,
Ohio. Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm |
|
8th Annual Art Affair on the Square Urbana, Ohio |
July 21, 2012 |
Was one of several local authors meeting readers
and signing books on the Square
(Downtown Urbana where US Rt. 36 and US
Rt. 68 cross) from 10:00 am until 6:00
pm. |
| Fandom Fest 2012 | June 29-July 1, 2012 |
Attended as a Guest Writer and participated on four panels, in addition
to meeting readers and signing novels. |
| Bookends interview on TV-5 Troy Public Broadcasting | June 12, 2012 |
Interviewed by Sue & Mike, hosts of
Bookends.
(I'm the second author interviewed and appear 1/2 way through the 30 minute episode) Link: June 12th Edition of Bookends |
| ConCarolinas 2012 | June 1-3, 2012 | Was
a Guest Writer and participated on various panels. Also met readers,
discussed writing and signed novels. |
| Taste of the Arts Festival at the Piqua Library | May 18, 2012 | Was
part of the 3rd Annual Author Fair at the Piqua Taste of the Arts
Festival. met readers and signed copies of my novels from 5:00 until 8:30 pm. |
| 2012 Ohioana Book Festival | Saturday, May 12, 2012 |
Was one of over 70 Ohio authors, meeting readers,
signing books and more, from 10:00 am until 4:30 pm at the Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center 546 Jack Gibbs Blvd. Columbus, OH 43215 |
| Holiday Book Fair | December 10, 2011 |
Was one of over a dozen Ohio authors signing books
at the Colony Square Mall (3575 Maple Avenue in Zanesville, Ohio) From 11:00 am until 7:00 pm. |
|
Around About
Books Holiday Book Sale and Signing |
November 26, 2011 | Was
one of about two dozen local authors meeting readers and signing books.
From 2:00 pm until 4:00
pm |
| Holiday Bazaar | November 15, 2011 |
At
Upper Valley Career Center, Was one of several
authors among many vendors.
From 3:30 pm until 5:00 pm |
| Around About Books | October 29, 2011 |
One of a half dozen authors meeting readers &
signing books during the Halloween events hosted by
Around About Books (Noon until 8:00 pm) |
| 2011 Y-City Writers Conference | October 8, 2011 |
Held in Zanesville, Ohio at the Coburn UMC on Maple Avenue.
(Presented on 'Escaping the Slush
Pile, and signed books) |
| Applefest | September 10, 2011 |
One of over two dozen local authors meeting
readers & signing books at the County Courthouse lobby during the
Applefest in Sidney,
Ohio. Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| ConCarolinas 2011 | June 3-5, 2011 | Was
a panelist, signed novels, and chatted with readers and other authors. |
| Taste of the Arts Festival at the Piqua Library | May 20, 2011 | Met
readers and signed copies of Flank Hawk from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm. |
| St. Francis de Sales High School | March 31, 2011 |
Spoke to English classes on writing. |
| Troy Book Lovers Festival | March 11 & 12, 2011 |
Sponsored by
Around About
Books in Troy, Ohio. |
| Book Signing | November 27, 2010 |
Book Signing with other authors at
Around About
Books in Troy, Ohio from 2:00 until 4:00 pm. |
| UVJVS 2010 Holiday Bazaar | November 16 |
Signed books with other authors in company with a
host of other vendors (from Tupperware to hand-painted chairs and stools
at Upper Valley JVS in Piqua, Ohio. From 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm |
| 2010 Y-City Writers Conference | October 9, 2010 | I
was a guest speaker at the conference (discussed dialogue in fiction)
held in Zanesville, Ohio at the Coburn UMC on Maple Avenue. |
| Applefest | September, 10, 11, & 12 |
I was one of over two dozen local authors that met
readers and signed books at the Shelby County Courthouse lobby during
the Applefest in Sidney, Ohio. Friday: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday: Noon - 5:00 pm |
| Yellow Springs Book Fair | August 21, 2010 |
On the lawn of the Elementary School in Yellow
Springs, Ohio. 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Hosted by Dark Star Books. |
| Local Authors and Places Workshop | July 13, 2010 | One
of several authors that presented to the
Wright State
University (Lake Campus) workshop. |
| Graham Middle School | June 9, 2010 |
Spoke to 6th grade students about writing and publishing. |
| ConCarolinas 2010 | June 4-6, 2010 |
Spoke on panels, signed novels and chatted with readers and other
authors. |
| Taste of the Arts Festival at the Piqua Library | May 21 & 22, 2010 |
Will be a participating Author, and will be meeting readers and signing
books from 5:00 to 9:00 pm on May 21, and from 9:00 am
until 4:00 pm on May 22. |
| Ohioana Book Festival | May 8, 2010 |
Met readers, signed books, and participated in panel discussions from
10:00 am until 4:30 pm. |
| Guest Author at Regional Library Association Meeting | April 20, 2010 |
Speaking and answered questions of local
librarians (11:30 until 1:00 pm) during their luncheon meeting. Also attending was author Stephen Hines. |
|
Book Lovers Festival (Event cancelled for this year. Look for it in 2011) |
March 12 & 13, 2010 |
Signings, Readings, Discussions, Raffle and other
events at
Around About
Books in Troy, Ohio. |
| Book Signing Event | December 19, 2009 | The
Ole' Book Nook in Urbana, Ohio. 11:00 am until 1:30 pm. |
| YA Book Festival | December 12, 2009 |
Book Signing with other authors at
Around About
Books in Troy, Ohio. 3:00 until 5:00 pm |
| Holiday Bazaar | November 17, 2009 |
Upper Valley JVS in Piqua, Ohio. 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm |
| Halloween Festival | October 30, 2009 |
Signing and other events at
Around About
Books in Troy, Ohio. 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm
|