The Lori Foster Reader and Author Event is one of the premier events to attend. Why? Because it's like hanging out with a ton of your favorite girlfriends who also happen to be authors. Yes. And it rocks. It's very PG rated, but really, do you NEED to have X rated all the time? Nah.
I left early on Thursday because I wanted to be there in time to put my stuff in the goody bags on Friday. Let me tell you. It was worth it, but man there was a LOT in those bags. Took the 20 or so folks (including me) about 3 hours to fill 500 or so bags. Yeah, that's a lot of bags. What was in there? Bookmarks, chap sticks, book thongs, lots of post cards, post-it notes, book samplers, print books (yes, I said print books), candy... all that.

Somehow I ended up on the Welcoming Committee, which was so much fun, with Donna MacMeans, Desiree Holt, Keri Stevens, and a couple other ladies whose names (sadly) I've forgotten (sad because I loved working with them). We were instructed by Donna to pass out "virgin beads". Grin. Beads for those who were new to the con this past year. So I was one of the shouting people. "Who is the virgin? I want you! I want YOUR virginity!" Grin. I was very popular. Got a lot of blushes, too.

I then took part in the massive epub/POD/digital signing. Talk about the company of fantastic people! Kaenar Langford, JA Saare, Desiree Holt, Dana Marie Bell, Christina Wolfer, yeah, there was some great talent there.
I have no idea what time I finally calmed down Friday night, but I happily went to my room with my Signed copy of Archeron. Yeah, the Sherrilyn Kenyon book. I went to sleep a happy girl.



I did some pitching, some freaking out (try pitching to seven people. kinda scary), had some supper, listening to everyone else win prizes, donned a cowboy hat, cracked up with Flash and D Renee, and the BOC. Yeah, it was worth it.
One of the best parts of the night had to be when I hung out with Virg Nelson. Started out talking at the cowboy party.

The next morning I was mistaken for Anne Rainey and saw a charcoal truck overturn. All in all, it was a good time.
Oh and I made a total fool of myself, but what's new? I'll leave you with that photo. Grin.

10 comments:
Awesome!!!! Had a great time with you!!! One of may times I hope!!!
I had a blast hanging out with you and was glad to meet meet you. Can't wait to see you again.
Kim and Denise, absolutely. I can't wait to do it all again next year. You girls all rock!!! Thanks for all those fab pics Kim!!
It was a wonderful conference and you're right, I've never been to one that had a nicer "vibe". Everyone was friendly and supportive of both authors and readers. And we got to meet, too, which was the highlight of the event (LOL!) Definitely planning on going next year!
Do you know how many times I had to stop on my way home after that tea??? LOL - I had such a great time!!!
HAHAHA the tea!! I swear it was a full liter, Linda. I bet you did. But it was so much fun! And no ice machine disasters!
And Valerie! Yes, it was a blast getting to meet you. I'm planning on being there next year. :-)
That kissing picture is my favorite from the whole event! LOL!
I had so much fun this year and I so can't wait for the next. Is it June 2013 yet???
~*Drea*~
Was fun hanging with you!!!
Joni
Drea! I love all the pics but that one is fun! Grin. Yes, is it June 2013 yet? Totally gotta do it all again next year!
Joni, it's always fun hanging out with you. Even when you're about to pull me over a bench. Wow, that sounded hinky. But you know what I meant! Hugs!
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