Richard Rose read from his collections of poetry and stories at the Retro Reads Bookstore at 7:00 pm on October 10, 2024. retroreadsbookstore.com

Join the Book Launch Celebration with the LGBTQ+ community and allies of Living Into the Truth: A Daughter's Journey of Discovery, a memoir by Annette Marquis exploring family secrets and the search for identity. At the Iridian Gallery at Diversity Richmond on December 8, 2024. All are welcome!  https://www.eventbee.com/v/book-launch-reading-with-the-lgbtq-community-allies/event?eid=211622904#/tickets

Acclaimed author and poet Katherine Mercurio Gotthardt has released her 13th book, The World Has Changed from When I Last Was Here (ATW Publishing), a collection of award-winning and new poems centered around adversity, the strength and resilience required to overcome it, and a movement toward peace. A statement of the times exploring late-stage capitalism's impact on individuals--especially those who have been marginalized--the pieces touch on socioeconomic instability, homelessness, injustice, and other underlying factors contributing to a global deterioration in mental health. But it is also a statement of what is needed to create a better world, a healthier world, according to Gotthardt. Read more at Prince William Living.  https://princewilliamliving.com/katherine-gotthardts-newest-book-takes-on-global-topics-paths-to-healing/

T. H. Henning:  Serenade of Rhymes for Better Times was released on August 20, 2024, by Eber & Wein Publishing

Kat Caldwell:  Bended Loyalty was released on September 23, 2024

Pamela K. Kinney:  Demon Memories was released on October 15, 2024, by Dreampunk Press

Annette Marquis:  Living Into the Truth: A Daughter's Journey of Discovery was released on November 1, 2024, by WordsWomen Press

David Anthony Sam:  Geographies of the Dead: Elegies and Meditations was released on October 25, 2024, by Kelsay Books

Katherine Mercurio Gotthardt:  The World Has Changed from When I Last Was Here was released on November 15, 2024, by ATW Publishing

Ray Collins:  Setup was released on November 26, 2024, by Koehler Books 

Tracie Adams:  Tracie has been busy!

• Her nonfiction piece "New Moon" was published on May 1, 2024, in the Sheepshead Review journal. 
• Her nonfiction piece "Charles My Hero, I Hope I Never See Your Face Again" was published on May 19, 2024, in the Raven'sPerch.com Literary Magazine. 
• Her nonfiction "Long Road Home" was published on June 5, 2024, in Bright Flash Literary Review.
• And "I Guess We'll Never Know" was published in The Dead Mule School of Southern Literature.

Brent A. Bohn:  Hands Faster Than Lightning - The Badge was published by Amazon on July 17, 2024.

Christine Gunderson:  Friends with Secrets was published by Lake Union on August 1, 2024.

Ray Collins:  Setup is scheduled for publication on November 26, 2024, by Koehler Books.

Abbey Pachter (Hampton Roads Chapter) is running a promo for "A Monarch in Winter: Biography of a Butterfly" from August 21-24. The e-book will be free during those days.

Links:  

          abbeypachterauthor.com 

https://www.amazon.com/Monarch-Winter-Biography-Butterfly-ebook/dp/B0CM46CGYH

Ray Collins: Motive for Murder received 2023 Indies Honorable Mention; published by Koehler Books on December 29, 2023.

Christine Gunderson:  Friends with Secrets, Gunderson's debut novel, was selected as an Amazon First Reads pick for the month of July, 2024.

Mark Fryburg:  Won 4/21/2024 Poetry Society of Virginia Contest in the "Sense of Place" category and an Honorable Mention on 5/31/2024 for "Claudia" in the Passager 2024 Poetry Contest (national).

The Hanover Writers Club is gearing up for this year's Hanover Book Expo!

Learn more about this event at www.hanoverbookfestival.com where you can also download the registration form.

Tables are filling up fast, so don't procrastinate!

Congratulations to the winners of the Teen Nib Contest 2024:

2024 Teen Golden Nib – Poetry

1st Place:  Hailey Gudgel   "What Life Is"

2nd Place:   Ariana Juliet Blake    "Circus"

3rd Place:  Sebastian Morales     "A Voice for the Silent"

2024 Teen Golden Nib – Fiction

1st Place:   Alexandra Blake     "╬ö"

2nd Place:  Aya Elhassani    "Look Outside"

3rd Place:  Ariana Juliet Blake   "The Disappearing Butter Knife"

2024 Teen Golden Nib – nonfiction

1st Place:  Ariana Juliet Blake     "Shoes, Coconut, and Corruption: The People Power Revolution"

2nd Place:  Elena Cho Davis    "Loops"

Nicholas Warack:  The Sailor & The Porteña was released on May 28, 2024, and is available on Amazon.

Lee Swanson:  She Serves the Realm is scheduled for release on June 11, 2024, by Merchant's Largesse Books.

Bradley Harper recently signed a contract with a German publisher to publish his novel, A Knife in the Fog, in German. https://bedey-thoms.de/pages/dryas-verlag 

Lee Swanson:  Book Launch/Signing at The Book Dragon in Staunton on June 22, 2024, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM   https://www.leeswansonauthor.me/

Lee Swanson's "Unveiling History's Tapestry" was featured in Reader's House Magazine on May 15, 2024. 

London, UK – Lee Swanson, the acclaimed author renowned for his gripping historical fiction, takes center stage in the latest issue of Reader's House magazine. The magazine, a literary gateway revered for featuring bestselling, award-winning, and exceptional authors, invites readers on a journey through Swanson's captivating world of medieval Europe. Swanson's life has been a mosaic of treks, travels, and literary exploration, culminating in his masterful crafting of historical narratives. In an exclusive interview with Reader's House, Swanson shares insights into his writing process, where meticulous research intertwines with imaginative storytelling to breathe life into his novels. At the heart of Swanson's literary realm lies the No Man is Her Master series, a saga set in 14th-century Europe, featuring the fiercely independent protagonist, Christina Kohl. Through Swanson's pen, Kohl defies societal norms, embarking on a journey of self-discovery amidst a backdrop of political intrigue and danger. Readers are invited to immerse themselves in Swanson's latest installment, She Serves the Realm, a triumphant finale that enthralls with its gripping narrative of love, duty, and sacrifice. Through Kohl's experiences, Swanson transcends the barriers of time, offering readers a glimpse into the universal truths of human resilience and the pursuit of identity. In the interview, Swanson discusses his approach to blending historical accuracy with fictional storytelling, the inspiration behind his strong and unconventional female characters, and the challenges of portraying turbulent historical periods with authenticity. About the Author: Lee Swanson is an acclaimed author whose passion for medieval history and storytelling has captivated readers worldwide. With a background in European History and a penchant for meticulous research, Swanson weaves intricate tapestries of historical fiction, inviting readers to embark on immersive journeys through the annals of time.

About Reader's House: Reader's House magazine is a premier literary publication dedicated to celebrating the art of storytelling. With a global reach spanning over 190 countries and available in thousands of stores, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Walmart, and Waterstones, Reader's House showcases bestselling, award-winning, and emerging authors, offering readers a diverse array of captivating narratives.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Anna Harlowe, Editor, Reader's House
Email: editor@readershouse.co.uk

For more information, visit readershouse.co.uk.

https://www.leeswansonauthor.me/

Tracie Adams:  "Death of an Unknown Soldier" was published on April 12, 2024, by Words of the Lamb Magazine.

Jessie D. Eaker:  Midnyte's Dragon Kiss was published on May 1, 2024, and is available on Amazon. 

Tracie Adams:  "New Moon" was published on May 2, 2024, by Sheepshead Review.

Craig Trebilcock:  An Absence of Faith: A Tale of Afghanistan was released on May 6, 2024, by Booklocker.com.

David Simms:  Pierce the Veil is scheduled for release on July 16, 2024, by Crossroad Press.

Pamela K. Kinney:  Demon Memories is scheduled for release on October 15, 2024, by Dreampunk Press.

Tom Henning has been invited to be on a panel of speakers at a book signing event at the Purceville Library on June 8, 2024. The event is promoted by the Northern Virginia Writers Club.

Pamela K. Kinney will be a vendor with her books at the Wytheville UFO Festival, 10am - 6pm on June 8, 2024, at Wytheville Meeting Rooms, 333 Community Blvd., Wytheville, Virginia.