Thursday, June 25, 2009

The Cubans hit Barnes & Noble




Ever see that old movie "The Russians are coming, the Russians are coming"? (Probably not. I've never seen it either, but I love the title). Well, just sub in "Cubans" for "Russians" and you'll get an idea of what my B&N book signing was like. It was awesome. There's nothing like a signing in your home town to make you feel special! Add in some friends from high school and grade school who also showed up, and I can still feel the lump in my throat.

One of the best parts of the book signing was meeting a local Bunco group who showed up to buy some books before they went out for dinner and socializing. A lot of the ladies in the group have kids who attend Melbourne Central Catholic (my alma mater) and one lady told me her daughter was a Stinger (dance and drill team). Talk about bringing back memories. You see, I too, was a Stinger (ahem, make that an ORIGINAL Stinger as well as a Stinger Forever-- blog for another day!) I really hope they contact me so I can feature them on my "Let's Play Bunco!" page. I was so overwhelmed by all the people I forgot to get a contact name. I really have to be more organized.

After the book signing, I attended the Romance Book Club that Lee Duncan hosts. Lee is a member of STAR and has just sold her first book Romancing the Storm to Harlequin. What a great coup! The fabulous Kristen Painter was also there and a good time was had by all.

Oh, and one of the best parts? I sold out of books!

5 comments:

Kristen Painter said...

It was so good to see you! And I LOVED your book! Can't wait to read the next one.

Gina Black said...

"The Russians are Coming, The Russians are Coming" is one of my very favorite movies and you must see it!

Congratulations on this wonderful book signing! Too bad you are so faarrr awayyyy! I would have loved to be there.

Marilyn Brant said...

You sold out of books?! How awesome!!! Congrats on having such a fun and successful signing :).

Louisa Edwards said...

Awesome! Now you're all geared up and ready to sell out at Nationals...

Lucy said...

I am so happy for you!

Now, when are you coming to the Houston area? :o)

 

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