Books, readers, life, joy

I can’t say enough about readers. I had another book signing yesterday (with Autumn Jordon) at the Barnes and Noble at the Lehigh Valley Mall. The people who came up to our table were entertaining, gracious, funny, interesting, respectful, just absolutely wonderful.

It has been the same everywhere we (or she or I–depending on whether we’ve been solo or together on a book signing) go. Book lovers, and even those who professed to not having read in a while, gave us their valuable time, not only conversing about our books on the table, but about so much of their lives. I am honored by their enthusiasm and trust.

Of course, one might assume someone who frequents a bookstore has an interest in books and reading. However, we have signed at other venues with the same reaction from people who come to talk with us. I can’t stress enough how much I value the time spent talking. Whether a book is purchased or not, the interaction is invaluable. I’m looking forward to much more in the upcoming weeks as we continue our book signing tour.

Here are the dates we have left for this year, although more are being set up for next year. Happy holidays everyone!

Sleigh Bells Ring! Book Signing November 22, 2025, from 9:00 to 4:30. We are back at the wonderful Yenser’s Family Farm for their Holiday Craft Fair (1910 Mahoning Drive East, Lehighton, PA)

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Tamaqua Christkindl Mart – Saturday November 29, 2025, from 10:00 to 2:00, 105 West Broad Street, Tamaqua PA 

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Lehigh Elementary School Vendor Fair – December 6, 2025, from 10:00 to 2:00, 800 Blue Mountain Drive, Walnutport PA 

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Book Signing – Schnecksville Craft Fair – December 13, 2025, from 11:00 – 3:00, at the Schnecksville Fire Company, 4550 Old Packhouse Rd, Schnecksville, PA. I have had to bow out of this one, but my friend, Autumn Jordon, will be there with her books, so please stop by!

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Book Signing – Barnes & Noble Center Valley, December 21, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.