tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post5642129954736474467..comments2024-03-26T11:03:45.486+00:00Comments on Let us Talk of Many Things; of Books and Queens and Pirates, of Mystery and Kings...: Embarrassing Book Signings? by Loretta LivingstoneHelen Hollickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04292983846350273039noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-87497704373103232272017-09-13T10:09:22.027+00:002017-09-13T10:09:22.027+00:00It goes to show that oak trees really do grow from...It goes to show that oak trees really do grow from little acorns! :-)Helen Hollickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04292983846350273039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-21310098787720626002017-09-13T10:08:11.897+00:002017-09-13T10:08:11.897+00:00Oh you are most certainly not alone Sharon! :-) Oh you are most certainly not alone Sharon! :-) Helen Hollickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04292983846350273039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-51252081276651313782017-09-13T10:07:26.522+00:002017-09-13T10:07:26.522+00:00Thank you for dropping by DeanieThank you for dropping by DeanieHelen Hollickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04292983846350273039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-85282130912077354112017-09-12T21:26:13.121+00:002017-09-12T21:26:13.121+00:00I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Elizabeth, and tha...I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Elizabeth, and that book club read is exactly why we should never give up - what a brilliant result. And yes, they are a lot of fun - and they give me a chance to dress up in my medieval gear - bonus. I'm having a proper bliaut made for my next one - can't wat.<br />Thanks so much for dropping by.Loretta Livingstonehttp://www.treasurechestbooks.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-81768172644778875042017-09-12T21:20:24.915+00:002017-09-12T21:20:24.915+00:00Lovely article, Loretta and couldn't agree mor...Lovely article, Loretta and couldn't agree more. I have to say, from the two library events I did last year, which were attended by a maximum of 5 people each (including the librarians) I met a new best friend at one, and got invited to be a book club read for 10 people the following month at the other. Not for the faint of heart, but always fun to share your passion.Elizabeth St.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08303791694870516981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-3092799765375051562017-09-12T19:53:56.703+00:002017-09-12T19:53:56.703+00:00Aw, I'm so glad it helped you feel better, Sha...Aw, I'm so glad it helped you feel better, Sharon. Remember, every event helps get your name out there, too. Loretta Livingstonehttp://www.treasurechestbooks.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-68435370359161007622017-09-12T19:28:01.055+00:002017-09-12T19:28:01.055+00:00You just described every book release celebration ...You just described every book release celebration and signing party I've participated in to date ... and somehow I feel much better, as I know I'm not alone. Thank you!Sharon E. Cathcarthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11813110267496868019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-82153842676108393362017-09-12T18:58:44.056+00:002017-09-12T18:58:44.056+00:00So glad you found it helpful, Deanie. Thanks so mu...So glad you found it helpful, Deanie. Thanks so much for dropping by.Loretta Livingstonehttp://www.treasurechestbooks.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-20499414120604859012017-09-12T18:36:56.236+00:002017-09-12T18:36:56.236+00:00Great suggestions and comments. Thanks for sharing...Great suggestions and comments. Thanks for sharing your experiences.Deanie Humphrys-Dunnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01158137427355179676noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-33544084157833855462017-09-12T17:51:24.202+00:002017-09-12T17:51:24.202+00:00I'm glad you enjoyed it, Stevie. Hopefully it ...I'm glad you enjoyed it, Stevie. Hopefully it made you feel less bad about that experience. I must admit, I'm less sure about the delights of open air events - I'd worry about what the weather was doing to my books, haha. I think I'd have to have some kind of plastic case if I was going to risk that. At least mine have all been nice, safe indoor events.<br />Did you manage to keep your books undamaged?Loretta Livingstonehttp://www.treasurechestbooks.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-2656788514369406012017-09-12T17:48:51.434+00:002017-09-12T17:48:51.434+00:00Aw, thank you, Jean, I'm glad you enjoyed it, ...Aw, thank you, Jean, I'm glad you enjoyed it, and thanks also for reblogging.<br />Yes, it can be disheartening until you remember that even if it didn't go as well as you hoped, each one takes you one step further along the road. My husband is an accountant specialising in small businesses, and he thinks these events are well worth doing even if you don't make a profit.Loretta Livingstonehttp://www.treasurechestbooks.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-64540482680354697072017-09-12T16:54:24.741+00:002017-09-12T16:54:24.741+00:00As many as that? *laugh* Don't give up Stevie,...As many as that? *laugh* Don't give up Stevie, look at these events as a chance to meet with and chat to people, that can be so rewardingHelen Hollickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04292983846350273039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-53763990376393285472017-09-12T16:52:39.633+00:002017-09-12T16:52:39.633+00:00I long ago realised that we rarely sell many books...I long ago realised that we rarely sell many books - but it is SO lovely to meet people!Helen Hollickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04292983846350273039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-3508476405722261852017-09-12T16:51:47.788+00:002017-09-12T16:51:47.788+00:00LOL a bit of a dishevelled star maybe ... I've...LOL a bit of a dishevelled star maybe ... I've just been out for a walk in the fields, it's getting a bit windy out there!Helen Hollickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04292983846350273039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-17182065134604418502017-09-12T16:47:11.613+00:002017-09-12T16:47:11.613+00:00Enjoyed this post. I recently set up a table at an...Enjoyed this post. I recently set up a table at an Indie author book fair. The weather was terrible, with driving rain and howling winds. I had about 2 customers all day!Stevie Turnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05194087155816286804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-37050925682281408012017-09-12T16:15:56.643+00:002017-09-12T16:15:56.643+00:00How encouraging that you were nice enough to share...How encouraging that you were nice enough to share this experience. I agree, book events like signings and book fairs are not for the faint of heart. Great post. Reblogging on Jean's Writing. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03593523034769971203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-70125111025339911142017-09-12T16:15:11.561+00:002017-09-12T16:15:11.561+00:00Aw, bless you, lovely Helen, you made me blush. Th...Aw, bless you, lovely Helen, you made me blush. Thank you for all your encouragment, it means such a lot. I'm still a bit star struck by you, you know. xLoretta Livingstonehttp://www.treasurechestbooks.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-23118647547595916052017-09-12T15:48:54.765+00:002017-09-12T15:48:54.765+00:00Thank you Chris - I'm very fond of Loretta - a...Thank you Chris - I'm very fond of Loretta - an author to watch I think! :-)Helen Hollickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04292983846350273039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-45312378840075350202017-09-12T15:47:39.702+00:002017-09-12T15:47:39.702+00:00my pleasure!my pleasure!Helen Hollickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04292983846350273039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-41965465023806438912017-09-12T15:41:54.884+00:002017-09-12T15:41:54.884+00:00How come you can do emojis and mine turn into blac...How come you can do emojis and mine turn into black blobs? What's the secret? Or is it just my technoklutziness striking again? Lol.Loretta Livingstonehttp://www.treasurechestbooks.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-5767999647304957242017-09-12T15:39:46.290+00:002017-09-12T15:39:46.290+00:00Thank you, Chris. ������ And thanks so much for dr...Thank you, Chris. ������ And thanks so much for dropping by, I really appreciate it.Loretta Livingstonehttp://www.treasurechestbooks.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-2674852614151065302017-09-12T14:45:00.818+00:002017-09-12T14:45:00.818+00:00Excellent post, Loretta 👍😃❤️Excellent post, Loretta 👍😃❤️thestoryreadingapehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08459123766046053950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6132364668526714411.post-9611762390822936472017-09-12T11:21:30.279+00:002017-09-12T11:21:30.279+00:00Thank you so much for inviting me to your blog, He...Thank you so much for inviting me to your blog, Helen. That was a lot of fun to write.Loretta Livingstonehttp://www.treasurechestbooks.co.uknoreply@blogger.com