I have gotten two books signed in person before. Both were giving a talk and then signed their books after. This video makes me realize that I will never go to a book signing of the variety you go to. It sounds like so much work and time and money for very little payoff. I appreciate this video because it helped me realize that the only book signings I will probably go to are at bookstores or talks.
Love all the info! I’m going to my first signing this year 🤩 LoveNVegas, totally agree west coast does not seem to have as many. 😅 And I’m going to Book Bonanza next year, I mean assuming I can snag a ticket when they drop 😅🤩
Will I ever attend a large book event, no, but your Q & A was excellent! Some people like to "wing it" at big events, but I agree that planning can allow you to make the most of the experience.
Budget, budget, budget, all those fees add up quickly, especially if you have travel and hotel expenses. We're talking $1,000+ for one event once you start adding in flights/gas, hotel, parking, food, luggage coverage or mailing, and all the books. Personally, I rather use that money for more books lol. Also, fomo is a huge thing or guilt if you see an author with no one in line and just sitting there, ugh my heart. I've gone to multiple smaller conventions with new or indie authors so I'll buy books just because lol. But I also just gave two full bags of signed books to my used bookstore because they were authors I bought "just to try" and they did not work for me, so I have to get better.
Oh my god I had such a good time hanging out with you at Apollycon. I will say not all tote bags are considered equal. Most of the free ones will rip under the weight so I'd recommend something more sturdy. My favorite is from the Ripped Bodice because it's so big and so sturdy. I didn't stay in the hotel but I stayed in the one across the street and that was still pretty fun.
Very helpful and inspiring! Just yesterday was at my local used book stores and Beverly Jenkins is signing in a few weeks when her new book comes out. Was so excited! Will be my first signing! Loved the video.
I've been to quite a few book signings and to be honest I find theme extremely uncomfortable for a number of reasons. I'm quiet by nature and when I'm standing in front of them, I've no idea what to say. I'm uncomfortable with the author sitting and me standing. It just doesn't seem natural. I feel so bad for authors who don't have anyone in their line. The ones I've been to, RWA signings, are so crowded, I get very claustrophobic and I find when it hits, I need to leave, immediately! But then I get stuck in line waiting to pay. By the the time I get away, I'm a basket case. Also, the lines to get in can be excruciating. On the other hand, I love the panels. I check them out in advance and go to the ones that interest What really makes it all worth it is being around others romance readers. Its being surrounded by my people. Its so easy to start up conversations with complete strangers as we all have something so vital to our souls I common. And I've always stayed for a few days and spending the night mingling with authors and friends I've made over the years is indescribable joy.
I stay hotel cross street and fine because elevator was so much quicker lol. I did had titan tickets & pay & $10 cart for Thursday. A lot of my wristbands 280 to 400. Helen Hunting and Sophie Lark ( think she the only one went all her wristbands and then it was open) Laura Thalassa was lowest wristband at 30 next day. Crazy going back back forth and Thursday waited almost 2 hour to preorder Raven Kennedy. ( She stay like JlA both day.)
I live very close to the Authors in the Bluegrass event, and was considering going, but I don’t recognize very many of the authors listed…….can you give some recommendations of authors you read/books to try for that signing, since you are planning to go, there must be some you like……..thanks!
Yeah I don't do the parties too haha so we'd get along great lmao. I rather go to dinner/hang out with friends haha. I won't pay extra for panels either
Book signings are so worth it, once you go to one, you want to keep going back! Agreed that it depends on the author list/friends you can go with
I have gotten two books signed in person before. Both were giving a talk and then signed their books after. This video makes me realize that I will never go to a book signing of the variety you go to. It sounds like so much work and time and money for very little payoff. I appreciate this video because it helped me realize that the only book signings I will probably go to are at bookstores or talks.
Love all the info! I’m going to my first signing this year 🤩 LoveNVegas, totally agree west coast does not seem to have as many. 😅 And I’m going to Book Bonanza next year, I mean assuming I can snag a ticket when they drop 😅🤩
Will I ever attend a large book event, no, but your Q & A was excellent! Some people like to "wing it" at big events, but I agree that planning can allow you to make the most of the experience.
Budget, budget, budget, all those fees add up quickly, especially if you have travel and hotel expenses. We're talking $1,000+ for one event once you start adding in flights/gas, hotel, parking, food, luggage coverage or mailing, and all the books. Personally, I rather use that money for more books lol. Also, fomo is a huge thing or guilt if you see an author with no one in line and just sitting there, ugh my heart. I've gone to multiple smaller conventions with new or indie authors so I'll buy books just because lol. But I also just gave two full bags of signed books to my used bookstore because they were authors I bought "just to try" and they did not work for me, so I have to get better.
This was super helpful! I want to go to BB next year!
Oh my god I had such a good time hanging out with you at Apollycon. I will say not all tote bags are considered equal. Most of the free ones will rip under the weight so I'd recommend something more sturdy. My favorite is from the Ripped Bodice because it's so big and so sturdy. I didn't stay in the hotel but I stayed in the one across the street and that was still pretty fun.
Yesss girl I love a good organized binder haha
I love signings! My first one was in Columbus in April of 2013! It was so fun and I've been hooked ever since
This was a very informative video! I’m definitely planning on looking into signings sometime
Very helpful and inspiring! Just yesterday was at my local used book stores and Beverly Jenkins is signing in a few weeks when her new book comes out. Was so excited! Will be my first signing! Loved the video.
WHAT!!!! That’s amazing! I’d love to meet her some day!!!
I have not been to a signing since 2019. Excited to get back into them. I loved going as well.
This was such a good video 👏👏👏👏
I've been to quite a few book signings and to be honest I find theme extremely uncomfortable for a number of reasons. I'm quiet by nature and when I'm standing in front of them, I've no idea what to say. I'm uncomfortable with the author sitting and me standing. It just doesn't seem natural. I feel so bad for authors who don't have anyone in their line. The ones I've been to, RWA signings, are so crowded, I get very claustrophobic and I find when it hits, I need to leave, immediately! But then I get stuck in line waiting to pay. By the the time I get away, I'm a basket case. Also, the lines to get in can be excruciating.
On the other hand, I love the panels. I check them out in advance and go to the ones that interest
What really makes it all worth it is being around others romance readers. Its being surrounded by my people. Its so easy to start up conversations with complete strangers as we all have something so vital to our souls I common.
And I've always stayed for a few days and spending the night mingling with authors and friends I've made over the years is indescribable joy.
This is such a great video and so helpful!
I’ve never been to one before! They seem fun though!
I love the way you have it down to a science! 😝
An informative video ! Thanks for these amazing contents.💞📚❤️
Yesss Kandi Steiner had the best preorder deals!!
This was so informative and helpful! Thank you!!💖
Book signings sounds like a lot of fun but also exhausting.😊
Yeah it took me about an hour to meet Penny Reid, but it was worth it! She was pretty much the only one I had to wait over 5 minutes for!
I stay hotel cross street and fine because elevator was so much quicker lol. I did had titan tickets & pay & $10 cart for Thursday. A lot of my wristbands 280 to 400. Helen Hunting and Sophie Lark ( think she the only one went all her wristbands and then it was open) Laura Thalassa was lowest wristband at 30 next day. Crazy going back back forth and Thursday waited almost 2 hour to preorder Raven Kennedy. ( She stay like JlA both day.)
The getting played part is because of the songs they're playing (Cecelia & Afternoon Delight) and that they ignore her
Are you going to Books by the banks in Cincy this year?
I will see you at Book Bonanza. Hopefully! 😬
I live very close to the Authors in the Bluegrass event, and was considering going, but I don’t recognize very many of the authors listed…….can you give some recommendations of authors you read/books to try for that signing, since you are planning to go, there must be some you like……..thanks!
How do you pre-order their books?
Don't you like Jodi Picoult books Jessica?
Are you going to BB23? If so, I'll be looking for you. It will be my first book signing, so this was very helpful.
Slow down. I need an Advil. When you write, is the entire book in one paragraph?
Yeah I don't do the parties too haha so we'd get along great lmao. I rather go to dinner/hang out with friends haha. I won't pay extra for panels either
Can you share about the one in Missouri? I live there and would like to attend.
I’m not sure! Historical romance authors were posting about it and I think it was this weekend!
@@PeaceLoveBooksxo that’s ok. Thanks for sharing your tips. This video was very helpful
Just joined The Love Larks, for Sophie Lark. She's really sweet.
This was a great video! What is the book signing in Missouri called? 🧐
I’m not sure! Historical romance authors were posting about it and I think it was this weekend!
The big signings sound like too much to handle. They are all so far away that I don't see myself going to any.
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Crossing my fingers I can get a ticket to Book Bonanaza! Its going to be a romance booktube takeover of the Gaylord 😂
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