Scheduling a book signing in the fall is difficult. So many other things are going on. My book signing had a lot of competition.
Our Ozark Natural and Cultural Center has recently been painted with beautiful natural and people scenes. It’s grand opening was that day along with an arts and crafts affair behind it, the Pumpkin Days sale by the Ozark Arts and Craft Guild.
Why That Saturday?
I had thought about having my book signing the Saturday before. But I wasn’t sure the books would arrive on time.
There was the next Saturday. But that is up against all kinds of Halloween and other fall events.
Measuring Success
The easy way would be counting how many people came. For most people my book signing would be a flop as fewer than a dozen people came.
I look at it as a success. The three little girls had a good time listening to me read the story and show the pictures of “The Little Spider”.
Several people came by to purchase a copy of the book. And some copies of “Waiting for Fairies” sold as well.
What Would I Change?
Nothing. Well, some things. I could do a better flyer. And getting the book done sooner would help a lot as I would have more leeway in scheduling my book signing date.
The type of book makes a difference too. Picture books lend themselves to doing book readings. Parents enjoy bringing their children to such an event.
Novels are different. Unless I become much better known, I doubt a book reading event for a novel would draw many people.
Next Year?
Yes, I’m making plans for next year. They may not happen, but they just might.
My book signing success was because of the book reading. So, I want another book reading. That means another picture book of some kind.
Opal and Agate: Partners In Adventure is coming up.
