UPCOMING EVENTS
Readers and Writers Jubilee at Decatur, AL Public Library
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June 14th, 2025
Come meet local Alabama authors! There will be books for sale, signings, and author panels. Schedule of Events: Local Author Meet & Greet: 11am – 2:45pm Moderated Author Panels: 11am – 2:30pm Featured speaker Lesa Carnes Shaul: 3pm 
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**PAST EVENTS
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CREATING CHILDREN'S BOOKS:
WORKSHOPS FOR WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS Saturday, April 12 | 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cook Library Room 206Z Hallie Christensen and Heather C. Morris Publishing 101 Join authors Hallie Christensen and Heather C. Morris for a jam-packed afternoon of all you need to know to get your work in front of readers! From the basics of submitting to agents and publishers, to the elements of marketability, Hallie and Heather have tried-and-true strategies to help you get your work published. Other topics include query letters, write-for-hire work, and even staying up to date with markets. Attendees will be entered into a drawing for agent critiques! |
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I'll be attending the Sumiton Book Fest in Sumiton, AL this October!
There will be many other local author and bookish venders at the event. Last year was their first year and it was well attended. I'm excited to see what additions will be there this year! |
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* The AWC Annual Conference * - Alabama Writers' Cooperative
- September 6-8, 2024 ORANGE BEACH COMMUNITY CENTER "The AWC was founded in 1923. Join us as we celebrate 101 years during our conference. It will include Open Mic on Friday night, workshops all three days on all aspects of the art and business of writing, and more. Saturday's Awards Dinner will feature a ceremony for the AWC Writing Contest winners, as well as a keynote address by Javacia Harris Bowser." Friday 9/6/24: 4:00 PM Hallie Christensen and Emma Fox - "Writing Fantasy Novels for Young Readers" |
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Writing Day at St. Bernard Prep School in Cullman, AL
Hosted by SCBWI - Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators
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Saturday, September 14th 8:30AM-5PM
Where: St. Bernard Prep School's Heidrich Library 1600 St Bernard Dr, Cullman, AL 35055 Come join us for a fun writing day to discuss our current WIPS, write some, critique some, and have fun socializing with other writers! We'll also tour the Ave Maria Grotto on campus! Registration is limited to 35, so register soon if you'd like to join!! See pictures of the library here! REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/YnHUBNUKbAp1A4p36 |
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- 2024 Readers and Writers Jubilee at Decatur Public Library - Decatur, AL - Saturday, June 8th (I'll have a table from 12-1:30pm, then be on an author panel from 2:30-3:30pm)
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- Rocket City Reading Festival - March 10, 2024 @The Orion Amphitheater
- Lit Kids Magazine Author Q&A Feature - March 15, 2024
- Presenting at 2024 Fay B. Kaigler Children's Book Festival - April 2024 @USM
- Lit Kids Magazine Author Q&A Feature - March 15, 2024
- Presenting at 2024 Fay B. Kaigler Children's Book Festival - April 2024 @USM
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Words and Pictures Podcast with DJ Bowman-Smith - January 2024
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SCBWI Members Event - November 3-5
- Gulf Shores Join fellow middle grade novel writers for a weekend at the beach! Friday evening we'll have an informal “book club” discussion about Maizy Chen's Last Chance by Lisa Yee. Published MG author Hallie Christensen will lead our discussion and help us breakdown the structure of this Newberry Honor winning novel. |
Sumiton Book Fest in Sumiton, AL - Saturday, October 14th from 9am-4pm
- Come check out/support local authors and bookish vendors!! I'll be there! :)
- Come check out/support local authors and bookish vendors!! I'll be there! :)
Writing a Young Adult Novel - July 29th, 2023
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Sponsored by SCBWI. FREE EVENT. (Must be 18 or older)
In the evening, I'll be leading a discussion on reading like a writer and diving into One of Us is Lying by author Karen M. McManus **SEE FLYER FOR MORE DETAILS Sat. July 29, 2023 9:30am - 1:30pm (library auditorium) + optional afternoon/evening events Downtown Huntsville Public Library 915 Monroe street. Huntsville, al 35801 Registration required. |
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April 19th, 2023 - 5:30-7:00pm
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Book Signing at Sherry's Sparkle - Hartselle, AL
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Author Guest on Jen Lowry Writes Podcast - January 2022
Author Speaking Engagement at Beta Delta Chapter in Cullman, AL -
January 13th @ Cullman Museum
Instagram Tour with MTMC Tours - December 6th-15th
**Book Signing at Second Reads Bookstore -
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Authors Night at Eva Public Library
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Instagram Book Tour with Feather & Dove Tours - October 25th-29th
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*Book Signing
at Shades of Pemberley Bookstore - Albertville, AL October 23, 2021 - 11am-3pm |
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Past School Visits
Cullman West Elementary School - Cullman, AL
Vinemont Elementary School - Vinemont, AL
F.E. Burleson Elementary - Hartselle, AL
Hanceville Elementary - Hanceville, AL
Sacred Heart Elementary School - Cullman, AL
Eva Elementary - Eva, AL
Vinemont Middle School - Vinemont, AL
Vinemont Elementary School - Vinemont, AL
F.E. Burleson Elementary - Hartselle, AL
Hanceville Elementary - Hanceville, AL
Sacred Heart Elementary School - Cullman, AL
Eva Elementary - Eva, AL
Vinemont Middle School - Vinemont, AL