Books for Sale!

I am blessed to know so many wonderful people. Last weekend, Fellowship Baptist Church in Nevis had a summer picnic. Pat Spurlin, my parents’ neighbor and friend, hosted the gathering. Pat invited me to set up a bookstand to sell my novels at the picnic. Since I write romantic Christian fiction, I decided my writing stand must have a romantic theme. I bought a lacy white tablecloth and decorated my table with flowers and old-fashioned accessories. I wore a dainty white sundress and sat among the lilacs out on the lawn. Before the meal began, Pat Spurlin and Mary Lou Barnum stood and gave positive testimonials about my novels to the group gathered. Then I was invited to speak to the crowd about why I wrote my stories. I ended up selling out that day. Those dear people purchased twenty-two of my novels!

This week I made my books available for sale at the Galeon Senior Living in Osakis, where I work as a physical therapist assistant. Beth DeWenter, our receptionist, helped me print out colorful posters of my books to hang around the facility. Angie Reinke, our administrator, came up with the idea to take my picture for the Galeon’s Facebook page. Within a few days, I’ve sold four copies of each of my books. Praise God for such kind, supportive people!

This weekend I traveled back home to Nevis, Minnesota, to pursue more avenues for book sales. Shenanigans in Nevis sells local artwork, stories, and crafts; and they agreed to set up a stand to market my novels. Anne Bedford from Pine Beach Resort in Nevis agreed to sell my novels as well. I’m especially excited to sell my books at Pine Beach, as my novel Forbidden Love is set at Pine Beach in 1947.

Today I set up a writing stand at the Dorset Art Fair. I networked with three other local authors and gained valuable writing and marketing insights. I only sold four of my novels before the wind and rain drove us indoors, but I thoroughly enjoyed the art fair and opportunity to connect with other writers.

Upcoming events I look forward to are the Nevis Muskie Days July 22-23rd, and the Taste of Dorset on Saturday, August 6th. I plan to set up my writing stand once more, and I hope to sell more books at these fun festivals. I praise God for so many opportunities to share the words from my heart!