September, 2023— I’d like to give a big thanks to fans and friends who came out on a hot Sunday over Labor Day Weekend to visit the Rudolph Girls & Birdie’s Cafe Local Author book signing event! Nearly a dozen local authors graced a warm, shady patio behind Birdie’s Cafe in Westminster, Maryland this past weekend to meet and greet with fans, sign books, and celebrate the merging of two great local businesses, as Rudolph Girls Book Store partners up with Birdie’s Cafe in Westminster. It was truly a wonderful experience. I got to meet and chat with my fellow authors, learn their back stories, and even buy a few of their books. But far and away the highlight of the weekend was seeing how many turned out to have copies of the Cataclysm Series signed. Book 1–First Days After sold out, and numerous copies of the most recent finale (Book 6– First Life After: Resurrection) also were popular choices this weekend.
It’s no secret I like to make characters out of my friends–sometimes changing their names, backgrounds, and occupations just a tad. Many of those characters new and old were present on Sunday, including Wendy Yubashiri, Maureen Kelly, Emily Avila, and Daniela Harper. Also stopping by was my super-talented cover artist and longtime compatriot, Tom Walker of http://www.thomaswalkerphotography.com
Wrestling families and Winters Mill families stopped by as well. But perhaps my favorite was someone who claims to be my biggest fan (and I’m not inclined to doubt her)–Maureen’s Mom, Lorraine Rooney, who traveled from the Eastern Shore (by way of Long Island) to pay her respects. Wendy and Emily kindly posted some great photos on their Facebook pages. All in all, I felt very humbled by the affection sent my way this weekend. Thanks so much to everyone for being a part of it!
Daniela “Harper” getting a copy signed Sunday on Birdie’s patio.
Writing with Jay Vielle 