I loved this post that popped up on Facebook from one of my favorite book designers, Nick Zelinger. He’s at the awesome AuthorU Extravaganza … you should be there too! Read on …
As a book designer, author and musician—I get to wear many hats—and this May 7-9, I’ll be in seventh heaven! The AuthorU May Extravaganza is THE premier event for authors and writers, publishers, editors, schmoozing together and learning the most recent publishing and marketing strategies from the nation’s top experts.
So here is Number 1 in my Top Ten Reasons (and, BTW, in no particular order since they are all tops):
A very special Friday night performance by New York Times bestselling author and country music star, Jimmy Wayne. 
I first caught sight of Jimmy when he was a guest on the TV Show “Daryl’s House” (from Daryl Hall & John Oat’s fame). Jimmy did such a dynamic rendition of the Hall & Oat’s classic “Sarah Smile,” that every band member turned and grinned as Daryl Hall himself said, “Wow, that was spot on—the way it should be done!” He’s had a string of smashes, including the number 1 hit “Do You Believe Me Now.” A truly gifted musician.
A former foster child, Jimmy is the national spokesperson for the National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association (CASA). He’ll be signing his recent release, Walk to Beautiful: The Power of Love and a Homeless Kid Who Found the Way, a New York Times bestseller. In honor of his appearance, a special donation will be made to CASA.
Oh—BTW—Jimmy Wayne walked half-way across America for his “Halfway Across America” Campaign—finishing his trek on a broken foot—all to bring awareness to the cause of foster kids who are aging out of the system.
Finally, as I’m a presenter this year and an AuthorU member, there’s a generous discount for attending: Register at the AuthorU member rate—use the promo code: AU2015—and save a whopping $200!!
For more information and to register for the AuthorU May Extravaganza, please visit AuthorU.org or contact Judith Briles at (303) 885-2207.
How cool is Nick’s post?! I look forward to meeting Jimmy Wayne on Friday, May 8th in Denver, CO and taking the walk to beautiful event. I’ll be there … the question is, will you? If you want to be seriously successful, you will be at the AuthorU Extravaganza too.
Judith Briles is a book publishing expert and coach. She is the Founder of Author U, a membership organization created for the serious author who wants to be seriously successful. She’s been writing about and conducting workshops on publishing since the 80s. Judith is the author of 31 books including Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms (ForeWord Indie/Fab Book of the Year), Snappy Sassy Salty: Wise Words for Authors and Writers and a speaker at publishing conferences.
Become part of her inner circle by joining the Author’s Ark and exclusive monthly webinar and coaching event. Each summer, she holds Judith Briles Unplugged, a two and 1/2 day intensive limited to a small group of authors who want to be seriously successful. In 2015, the dates are August 27-29th. Her audio and workbook series, Creating Your Book and Author Platform is now available. Join Judith live on Thursdays at 6 p.m. EST for Author U – Your Guide to Book Publishing on the Toginet Network at http://tinyurl.com/AuthorURoadio. Follow @AuthorU and @MyBookShepherd on Twitter and do a “Like” at AuthorU and Judith Briles – TheBookShepherd on Facebook. If you want to create a book that has no regrets, contact Judith at Judith@Briles.com.
If you are looking for FREE author and book coaching … call in to Judith’s Author Monday Mornings at NOON Eastern each Monday. The number is 218-632-9854; Access Code 1239874444 … have your questions ready–there’s a full hour to ask and listen.
If you are looking for FREE author and book coaching … call in to Judith’s Author Monday Mornings at NOON Eastern each Monday. The number is 218-632-9854; Access Code 1239874444 … have your questions ready–there’s a full hour to ask and