Meet the Author
I will be signing books at these exclusive locations. My events may include readings from my novels Off-Worlding, Trac Brothers and Trac Brothers II, Tell Me a Story and Driving Crazy, as well as other stories. Come and meet the author!
Current Events – 2025
December 6 – Saturday – 10am to 4pm – St Nicholas Craft Bazaar – Lansing MI
St David’s Episcopal Church
1519 Elmwood Rd
Lansing, MI
I love attending this craft show, inside this wonderful Episcopal church near the Lansing Mall. I’ll be joined by dozens of fantastic crafters, including author Judith Wade / Loraine Hudson.
Here is the Facebook event link
December 13 – Saturday – 9am to 4pm- Troy Athens Bands Annual Festival Art and Craft Show
Athens High School
4333 John R Road
Troy, MI
This will be my second time at this craft show. 175+ vendors with your last minute Christmas needs. I will be joined by author Ingar Rudholm
Here is the Facebook event link
Upcoming Events for 2026
August 1 – Saturday – 10am to 5pm
Island Art Fair – Grand Ledge, MI
Fitzgerald Park
133 Fitzgerald Park Dr
Grand Ledge, MI
Always a fantastic event! And new this year, they’ve moved it from the Island. It will be in Fitzgerald Park, which means a lot more room to walk around and shop.
This is my longest tenured event… geez, has it really been 18 years? Wow.
I’ll be joined this year by Loraine Hudson/Judith Wade, G.S. Scott, and Brigette Thornes.
Sept 5, 6 and 7 – Sat 10a-6p / Sun 10a-5p / Mon 8a – 5p – Manton Harvest Festival – Manton, MI
This will be my 8th time in Manton (the home of Mac Trachsel from Trac Brothers!) for their annual festival during the Labor Day 3-day weekend. You’ll find me next to the train tracks on Railroad Ave – how fitting, huh? 🙂 Come up and join me!
October 17- Saturday 9am to 3pm – Holidays in Haslett
Haslett High School
5450 Marsh Rd
Haslett, MI
This will be my sixth time at this huge event. There’s 150+ vendors, so something for everyone. This year, I’m sharing a space with … someone?
More 2026 events coming soon!
Previous Events 2025
March 23 -Sunday – 8:30am to 2pm
FFA Toy and Craft Show – Olivet, MI
Olivet High School
225 First St
Olivet FFA Alumni is proud to bring you our Annual Craft & Farm Toy Show. Come on out and walk through the Olivet High School gym, check out our many vendors ranging from home made crafts to farm tractors and toys. Plus there’s breakfast. 🙂
April 5 – Saturday – 11am to 6pm
Fandom Fest – Benton Harbor MI
Our free-entry event has vendors, Mini Hobby area, tabletop gaming, video game contest, and cosplay contest.
It invites people who would not otherwise be able to attend a con-type event to come together and celebrate their favorite aspects of popular culture.
April 12 – Saturday –
Rally of Writers
I’ve been invited to be a panelist at this prestigious author networking event
Maple Syrup Festival – Vermontville, MI
Maplewood School
170 Seminary St.
This will be my second year at this historic festival. I opted for in inside booth, so regardless of the weather, you’ll be warm and dry as you peruse my books. I will be joined by Loraine Hudson/Judith Wade.
May 10 – Saturday – 10am to 4pm
Lilac Festival – Defiance, OH
This is my first event outside of Michigan! It will take place in the streets of Defiance, Ohio.
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
I am returning to Turkeyville in 2023 (my sixth year invited back)! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me. I’m being joined by author Loraine Hudson.
May 31 – Saturday
Cozy Corner Bookstore – Charlotte
My first event at this lovely bookstore in Charlotte
June 21 – Saturday – 9am to 3pm
Strawberry Festival – Coldwater, MI
Downtown Coldwater
20 Division St
This will be my second time at this Coldwater festival. Over 100 vendors gathering in Historic Downtown Coldwater, MI, on Saturday, June 15th. The event will feature strawberries, craft & food vendors, live music, & more! The event is FREE to the public.
July 4 – Friday – Noon to 9pm / July 5 – Saturday 8am to 4pm – Cruise at the Fountain
Calhoun County Fairgrounds
720 Fair St
Marshall, MI
I am joining fellow author Mark Love at this year’s Cruise at the Fountain, Marshall’s annual 4th of July celebration. We will be in the Calhoun County fairgrounds, surrounded by all sorts of fun activities!
Here is the Facebook Event Page
July 19 – Saturday 10am to 5pm – Dowagiac Summer Festival
Front Street – Downtown Dowagiac
My author buddy Mark Love has invited me to join him in his booth at this cool festival. It will be my first time there. We will be set up in front of Olympia Books – 208 S Front Street
Check out their Facebook event page
July 26 – Saturday 10am to 4pm – Local Author Book Sale – Sterling Heights, MI
Sterling Heights Public Library
40255 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI
The City of Sterling Heights annual festival held at Dodge Park draws thousands of people to enjoy music, food, and local vendors. The Local Author Book Sale is located at the library, near the Arts and Craft Fair, so it will be easy to find the dozens of authors, including me, who are just waiting to show you your new favorite book. 🙂
Here is the Facebook event page
August 2 – Saturday – 10am to 5pm
Island Art Fair – Grand Ledge, MI
Fitzgerald Park
133 Fitzgerald Park Dr
Grand Ledge, MI
Always a fantastic event! And new this year, they’ve moved it from the Island. It will be in Fitzgerald Park, which means a lot more room to walk around and shop.
This is my longest tenured event… geez, has it really been 17 years? Wow.
I’ll be joined this year by Loraine Hudson/Judith Wade, G.S. Scott, and Brigette Thornes.
For more information, check out their Facebook page
August 16 – Saturday – ArtFeast – Old Town Lansing, MI
I’m back for my 4th year. It’s an awesome event, with 100+ artists and several food trucks. This year I’ll be joined by fellow Olivet author Rod Sadler
Here is the Facebook event page
August 30 – Sept 1 – Sat 10a-6p / Sun 10a-5p / Mon 8a – 5p – Manton Harvest Festival – Manton, MI
This will be my seventh time in Manton (the home of Mac Trachsel from Trac Brothers!) for their annual festival during the Labor Day 3-day weekend. You’ll find me next to the train tracks on Railroad Ave – how fitting, huh? 🙂 Come up and join me!
September 13 and 14 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
The last of my 2025 Turkeyville events! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me. I will be joined by author Brigette Thornes.
September 20 – Saturday – 9am to 3pm – Apple Fest – Coldwater, MI
Downtown Coldwater
20 Division St
This will be my first time at this Coldwater festival. Over 100 vendors gathering in Historic Downtown Coldwater, MI. The event will feature apples, craft & food vendors, live music, & more! The event is FREE to the public.
Here is the Facebook event page
October 4 – Saturday – 10am to 4pm – Elsie Fall Festival
Another first time event for me.
October 18- Saturday 9am to 3pm – Holidays in Haslett
Haslett High School
5450 Marsh Rd
Haslett, MI
This will be my sixth time at this huge event. There’s 150+ vendors, so something for everyone. This year, I’m sharing a space with renowned author Ingar Rudholm.
October 25 – Saturday 10am to 4pm – Novi Holiday Craft Show – Novi MI
Novi High School
24064 Taft Rd
Novi, MI
I’m giving this one another try this year. This is s huge show, with over 200 juried vendors. I’ll be joined by author Loraine Hudson.
Here is the Facebook event page
November 15 – Saturday – 11am to 4pm – Eastend Holiday Art Market – Marshall
Eastend Studio and Gallery
143 W Michigan Ave
Marshall MI
I’m giving this one a try! 25 vendors, including lil ol me, will be at this prestigious gallery
November 22 and 23- Sat 9a to 5p and Sun 10a to 3p – Holiday Expo and Craft Show – Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo County Expo and Fairgrounds
2900 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI
Back for a sixth year! Great holiday shopping with over 300 booths to shop at this massive annual craft show – including li’l ol me! Something for everyone on your list! Admission is free.
Here is the Facebook event page
Previous Events – 2024
March 24 -Sunday – 8:30am to 2pm
FFA Toy and Craft Show – Olivet, MI
Olivet High School
225 First St
Olivet FFA Alumni is proud to bring you our Annual Craft & Farm Toy Show. Come on out and walk through the Olivet High School gym, check out our many vendors ranging from home made crafts to farm tractors and toys. Plus there’s breakfast. 🙂
There is the Facebook event page
April 20 – Saturday – 11am to 6pm
Fandom Fest – Benton Harbor MI
Our free-entry event has vendors, Mini Hobby area, tabletop gaming, video game contest, and cosplay contest.
It invites people who would not otherwise be able to attend a con-type event to come together and celebrate their favorite aspects of popular culture.
Maple Syrup Festival – Vermontville, MI
Maplewood School
170 Seminary St.
This will be my second year at this historic festival. I opted for in inside booth, so regardless of the weather, you’ll be warm and dry as you peruse my books. I will be joined by Loraine Hudson/Judith Wade.
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
I am returning to Turkeyville in 2023 (my sixth year invited back)! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me. I’m being joined by author Cyrus Keith.
Here is the Facebook event page for Saturday
And for Sunday
Downtown Farmington
The Farmington Author & Book Festival (FAB) is a collaboration between KickstART Farmington and the Farmington Community Library. The FAB festival will be held during Art on the Grand in downtown Farmington and will feature author readings, book signings, discussions, workshops, and more, along with a book marketplace offering publications by area authors and publishers.
I will be the Book Marketplace with many other authors.
June 15 – Saturday – 9am to 3pm – Strawberry Festival – Coldwater, MI
Downtown Coldwater
20 Division St
This will be my first time at this Coldwater festival. Over 100 vendors gathering in Historic Downtown Coldwater, MI, on Saturday, June 15th. The event will feature strawberries, craft & food vendors, live music, & more! The event is FREE to the public.
Here is the Facebook event link
310 N Main Street
Olivet, MI
1129 Charlevoix Ave
Petoskey, MI
Join us on Saturday, July 13th, from 9am to 4pm to enjoy a summer craft show at the Emmet County Fairgrounds. The Fairgrounds will host both local and guest vendors featuring a variety of jewelry, home goods, food, and more. Entry is $2 or a non-perishable food item.
Fitzgerald Park
133 Fitzgerald Park Dr
Grand Ledge, MI
Always a fantastic event! And new this year, they’ve moved it from the Island. It will be in Fitzgerald Park, which means a lot more room to walk around and shop.
This is my longest tenured event… geez, has it really been 16 years? Wow.
Here is the Facebook event page
August 17 – Saturday – ArtFeast – Old Town Lansing, MI
I’m back for my 3rd year. It’s an awesome event, with 100+ artists and several food trucks.
Here is the Facebook event page
August 31 – Sept 2 – Sat 10a-6p / Sun 10a-5p / Mon 8a – 5p – Manton Harvest Festival – Manton, MI
This will be my sixth time in Manton (the home of Mac Trachsel from Trac Brothers!) for their annual festival during the Labor Day 3-day weekend. You’ll find me next to the train tracks on Railroad Ave – how fitting, huh? 🙂 Come up and join me!
Here is the Facebook Group page, with all sorts of information.
September 14 and 15 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
The last of my 2023 Turkeyville events! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me. I will be joined by author Judith Wade / Loraine Hudson (probably)
Here is the Facebook event for Saturda6y
And for Sunday
September 21 – Saturday – 7pm to 10pm – Author and Reader Soiree’ (Part of Lansing Lit)
Hooked
3142 E Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI
I will be a part of a huge Lansing area literary event. It will encompass all the bookstores in Lansing.
October 5 – Saturday – 10am to 3pm – A Novel Event
Fenton Community and Cultural Center
150 S Leroy St,
Fenton, MI
Join us for our first A Novel Event, a multi-author feature at the Fenton Community Center! A Novel Event is a collaboration between R&B Used Books and Fenton’s Open Book.
Here is the Facebook event page
October 19- Saturday 9am to 3pm – Holidays in Haslett
Haslett High School
5450 Marsh Rd
Haslett, MI
This will be my sixth time at this huge event. There’s 150+ vendors, so something for everyone. This year, I’m sharing a space with renowned author Ingar Rudholm.
November 9 – Saturday – 9am to 2pm – Santa’s Bag
Marshall High School
701 N Marshall Ave
Marshall MI
This huge Marshall craft show is an event to behold! Hundreds of vendors selling awesome Christmas gifts. I will have a booth in “the hallway” so come say hi. 🙂

November 10 – Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Lansing Train Show
Michigan State University Pavilion
4301 Farm Lane
East Lansing, MI
This will be my first time at Michigan’s largest train show. They advertise this as over 500 vendor tables! I will only be selling my Trac Brothers novels, some handcar toys (pencil sharpeners) , and couple of one-off train books, and a new item, thanks to this event – Kalamazoo Handcar fridge magnets!
November 23 and 24- Sat 9a to 3p and Sun 10a to 3p – Holiday Expo and Craft Show – Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo County Expo and Fairgrounds
2900 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI
Back for a fifth year! Great holiday shopping with over 300 booths to shop at this massive annual craft show – including li’l ol me! Something for everyone on your list! Admission is free.
Here is the Facebook event page
December 7 – Saturday – 10am to 4pm – St Nicholas Craft Bazaar – Lansing MI
St David’s Episcopal Church
1519 Elmwood Rd
Lansing, MI
I love attending this craft show, inside this wonderful Episcopal church near the Lansing Mall. I’ll be joined by dozens of fantastic crafters, including author Judith Wade / Loraine Hudson.
Here is the Facebook event page
December 14 – Saturday – 9am to 4pm- Troy Athens Bands Annual Festival Art and Craft Show
Athens High School
4333 John R Road
Troy, MI
This will be my first time at this craft show. 175+ vendors with your last minute Christmas needs. I will be joined by author Ingar Rudholm
Previous Events – 2023
March 26 -Sunday – 8:30am to 2pm – FFA Toy and Craft Show – Olivet, MI
Olivet High School
225 First St
Olivet FFA Alumni is proud to bring you our Annual Craft & Farm Toy Show. Come on out and walk through the Olivet High School gym, check out our many vendors ranging from home made crafts to farm tractors and toys. Plus there’s breakfast. 🙂
Here is the Facebook event page
April 29 – Saturday – 10a-6p / April 30 – Sunday – 10a-4p – Maple Syrup Festival – Vermontville, MI
Maplewood School
170 Seminary St.
This will be my first year at this historic festival. I opted for in inside booth, so regardless of the weather, you’ll be warm and dry as you peruse my books.
Here is the official website for the event
May 6 – Saturday – 2p-4p – Off-Worlding Release Party! – Lansing, MI
Everybody Reads Books and Stuff
2019 E Michigan Ave
This is it, folks! The official release party for my brand new sci-fi comedy novel Off-Worlding! I will be doing a reading or two from the new novel. Expect snacks and giveaways.
Here is the Facebook event page
May 20 and 21 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
I am returning to Turkeyville in 2023 (my fifth year invited back)! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me.
Here is the Facebook event for Saturday – and for Sunday
June 3 – Saturday – 10am to 7pm – Farmington Book & Author Fair – Farmington MI
Downtown Farmington
The Farmington Author & Book Festival (FAB) is a collaboration between KickstART Farmington and the Farmington Community Library. The FAB festival will debut June 3, 2023, during Art on the Grand in downtown Farmington and will feature author readings, book signings, discussions, workshops, and more, along with a book marketplace offering publications by area authors and publishers.
I will be the Book Marketplace with many other authors.
Click here for the Facebook event page
June 17 – Saturday – 9a-3p – Fay’s Evelyn Bay Coffee Shop – Charlotte – Author Meet-up
134 S Cochran Ave
Join several local authors including myself and Rod Sadler
June 24 and June 25 – Saturday 9a-5p / Sunday 10a-3p – Lakeshore Art Festival – Downtown Muskegon MI
This will be my second year at this prestigious art festival in Muskegon, joined by several other authors.
Grand Ledge Island Park
206 W. River Street
Grand Ledge, MI
Always a fantastic event! We fill the entire island with arts and crafts. This is my longest tenured event… geez, has it really been 15 years? Wow.
Being joined by authors Janet Vormittag and Norma Davis.
Here is the Facebook event page
August 19 – Saturday – ArtFeast – Old Town Lansing, MI
I’m back for my 3rd year. It’s an awesome event, with 100+ artists and several food trucks.
Here is the Facebook event page
Sept 2 – Sept 4 – Sat 10a-6p / Sun 10a-5p / Mon 8a – 5p – Manton Harvest Festival – Manton, MI
This will be my fifth time in Manton (the home of Mac Trachsel from Trac Brothers!) for their annual festival during the Labor Day 3-day weekend. You’ll find me next to the train tracks on Railroad Ave – how fitting, huh? 🙂 Come up and join me!
Here is the Facebook Group page, with all sorts of information.
September 16 and 17 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
The last of my 2023 Turkeyville events! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me. I will be joined by author Judith Wade / Loraine Hudson.
Here is the Facebook Event page for Saturday – and for Sunday
October 7 and 8 – Saturday 10a to 6p / Sunday 10a to 4p – Harvest Art Fest – Shepherd, MI
Shepherd High School
100 E Hall St
Shepherd, MI
This is my first year at this Artisan Row event. Sounds like fun to me! They will have:
Arts and Wares Market
Food Truck Alley
Bounce Houses
Carnival Games
Face Painting
Prizes
Here is the Facebook event page
October 21 – Saturday 9am to 3pm – Holidays in Haslett
Haslett High School
5450 Marsh Rd
Haslett, MI
This will be my fifth time at this huge event. There’s 150+ vendors, so something for everyone. This year, I’m sharing a space with renowned author Ingar Rudholm.
Here is the Facebook event page
October 28 – Saturday 10am to 4pm – Novi Holiday Craft Show – Novi MI
Novi High School
24064 Taft Rd
Novi, MI
I’m giving this one another try this year. (Last year, on the way to the event, I hit a deer and messed up my car. Please wish me safe travels this year!) This is s huge show, with over 210 juried vendors.
Here is the Facebook event page
November 11 – Saturday – 9am to 3pm Santa’s Bag – Marshall High School – Marshall MI
701 N Marshall Ave, Marshall, MI
I’ve been invited back to this huge craft show in the Marshall High School.
November 18 and 19 – Sat 9a to 3p and Sun 10a to 3p – Holiday Expo and Craft Show – Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo County Expo and Fairgrounds
2900 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI
Back for a fourth year! Great holiday shopping with over 300 booths to shop at this massive annual craft show – including li’l ol me! Something for everyone on your list! Admission is free.
December 1 – Saturday 10am to 4pm – St Nicholas Craft Bazaar – Lansing MI
St David’s Episcopal Church
1519 Elmwood Rd
Lansing, MI
I love attending this craft show, inside this wonderful Episcopal church near the Lansing Mall. I’ll be joined by dozens of fantastic crafters, including author Judith Wade / Loraine Hudson.
Previous Events – 2022
June 25 and June 26 – Saturday 9a-5p / Sunday 10a-3p – Lakeshore Art Festival – Downtown Muskegon MI
This will be my first year at this prestigious art festival in Muskegon, joined by several other authors.
Here is the Lakeshore Art Festival Facebook event page
July 16 and 17 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
This is the second of three scheduled events at Turkeyville in 2022, and my first time being here in July. Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me.
Here is their Facebook event page for Saturday — and for Sunday
July 30 – Saturday – 10am to 4pm – Local Author Book Sale – Sterling Heights, MI
Sterling Heights Public Library
40255 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
The City of Sterling Heights annual festival held at Dodge Park draws thousands of people to enjoy music, food, and local vendors. The Local Author Book Sale is located at the library, near the Arts and Craft Fair, so it will be easy to find the dozens of authors, including me, who are just waiting to show you your new favorite book. 🙂
August 6 – Saturday – 10am to 6pm – Island Art Fair – Grand Ledge, MI
Grand Ledge Island Park
206 W. River Street
Grand Ledge, MI
Always a fantastic event! We fill the entire island with arts and crafts. This is my longest tenured event… geez, has it really been 14 years? Wow.
Anyway… I’ll be joining several Writing at the Ledges authors, including GS Scott and Loraine Hudson.
Here is the Art Fair’s Facebook event page
August 20 – Saturday – 10am to 5pm – ArtFeast – Lansing’s Old Town
Turner Street – Old Town
Lansing, MI
I’ve been invited back to this fun event in Lansing’s historic Old Town. Artists take over Turner Street! Come try food from the many food vendors, and check out some fantastic artwork. I will be joined by true crime author Rod Sadler.
Sept 3 – Sept 5 – Sat 10a-6p / Sun 10a-5p / Mon 8a – 5p – Manton Harvest Festival – Manton, MI
This will be my fourth time in Manton (the home of Mac Trachsel from Trac Brothers!) for their annual festival during the Labor Day 3-day weekend. You’ll find me next to the train tracks on Railroad Ave – how fitting, huh? 🙂 Come up and join me!
September 17 and 18 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
The last of my 2022 Turkeyville events! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me. I may be joined by other authors… only time will tell. 🙂
Here is Sat’s Facebook Event page
September 24 – Saturday – 9a to 2p – St Mary’s Craft Show – Westphalia, MI
St Mary Parish Hall
209 Church St
Westphalia, MI
This is part of the St Mary Parish Family Fest. I’ll be joined by author Loraine Hudson
Here is their Facebook group page
October 15 – Saturday – 9am to 3pm – Holidays in Haslett Craft Show- Haslett MI
Haslett High School
5450 Marsh Rd
Haslett, MI
It’s been a few years since I’ve attended this event. Giving it another try. 🙂 There’s around 180-200 vendors, so something for everyone. And my books too. 🙂
Here is the Facebook event page
October 22 – Saturday – 10am to 4pm – Novi Holiday Arts & Crafts Show – Novi MI
Novi High School
24062 Taft Rd
Novi MI
This is my first year at this event – dubbed as “a very high quality show with 150-200 booths” with food trucks and a raffle.
Here is the Facebook event page
November 19 and 20 – Sat 9a to 3p and Sun 10a to 3p – Holiday Expo and Craft Show – Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo County Expo and Fairgrounds
2900 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI
Back for a fourth year! Great holiday shopping with over 300 booths to shop at this massive annual craft show – including li’l ol me! Something for everyone on your list! Admission is free.
Here is the Facebook event page
May 21 and 22 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
I am returning to Turkeyville in 2022 (my fourth year invited back)! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me.
Here is Turkeyville’s Facebook Event page
April 30 – Saturday – 10am to 12 noon – Indie Authors for Independent Bookstore Day
New Story Community Books
114 W Michigan Ave
Marshall MI
Join author Loraine Hudson and me at this awesome bookstore in historic Marshall MI
March 27 -Sunday – 8:30am to 2pm – Olivet FFA Toy and Craft Show
If you’re jonesing for a craft show, look no further. There should be at least 20 vendors at this fun-filled event. Plus there’s breakfast. 🙂
Here is the link to the Facebook Event Page
Previous Events – 2021
February 1 – 7:00pm to 7:30pm – Pages Promotion Virtual Book Festival

I am thrilled to be one of over 50 international authors taking part in this fun Blind Date with a Book online event. My specific day is Monday Feb 1, from 7-7:30pm, where I will be reading a section from… something. I’m not at liberty to divulge what. Join me, it’ll be fun!
Here’s the link to my reading event – Feb 1
May 15 and 16 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
I am returning to Turkeyville in 2021 (my third year invited back)! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me.
Here is Turkeyville’s Facebook Event page
June 19 and June 20 – MacDudley’s Ren Fest – Kalamazoo MI
June 26 and June 27 – Saturday 9a-5p / Sunday 10a-3p – Lakeshore Art Festival – Muskegon MI
This will be my first year at this prestigious art festival in Muskegon, joined by several other authors.
July 31 – Saturday – 10am to 6pm – Island Art Fair – Grand Ledge, MI
It’s been a few years since I’ve been at this top-notch event! I’ll be joining several Writing at the Ledges authors.
August 21 – Saturday – 10am to 5pm – ArtFeast – Lansing’s Old Town
I’ve been invited back to this fun event in Lansing’s historic Old Town. Come try food from the many food vendors, and check out some fantastic artwork. I will be joined by true crime author Rod Sadler.
Here is their Facebook event page
Sept 3 – Friday – 5pm to 8pm – Gordy’s Place – 108 E State St, FIfe Lake, MI
I am thrilled to be at the bar / restaurant featured in Trac Brothers II. Stop by, have a beer and some Walton Junction conversation with me.
Sept 4 – Sept 6 – Sat 10a-6p / Sun 10a-5p / Mon 8a – 5p – Manton Harvest Festival – Manton, MI
This will be my third time in Manton (the home of Mac Trachsel from Trac Brothers!) for their annual festival during the Labor Day 3-day weekend. You’ll find me next to the train tracks on Railroad Ave – how fitting, huh? 🙂 Come up and join me!
September 11 and 12 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
I am returning to Turkeyville in 2021! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me. I may be joined by other authors… only time will tell. 🙂
September 25 – 9a to 2p – St Mary’s Craft Show – Westphalia, MI
October 16 – Saturday – 11am to 7pm – Fandom Fest – Benton Harbor, MI
This is a free all-day event in Benton Harbor, at the Mendel Center’s Grand Upton Hall. Join Judith Wade, GS Scott and me!
Fandom Fest offers many attractions from guest speakers and panels, video and tabletop games, cosplay costume contests, maker space activities, and door prizes donated from local and national companies.
**CANCELLED** November 6 – Saturday – 9am to 3pm Santa’s Bag – Marshall High School – Marshall MI
701 N Marshall Ave, Marshall, MI
I’ve been invited back to this huge craft show in the Marshall High School. Joined by author GS Scott
November 20 and 21 – Sat 9a to 3p and Sun 10a to 3p – Holiday Expo and Craft Show – Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo County Expo and Fairgrounds
2900 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI
Back for a third year! Great holiday shopping with over 300 booths to shop at this massive annual craft show – including li’l ol me! Something for everyone on your list! Admission is free.
Cancelled Events – 2020
March 14 – Saturday 1:00pm – 2:00pm- Charlotte Community Library – Walton Junction Presentation
226 S Bostwick
Charlotte, MI
This is the first of two events I have at the Charlotte Community Library in March.
At this event, I will be discussing the life and death of Walton Junction, the former rail town located north of Cadillac in Michigan’s scenic Lower Peninsula. This multimedia presentation will include photos from the late 1800s and from today, as well as stories from the people who called this “hell” of a town their home.
Click here for the Facebook Event page
March 25 – Wednesday – 6:30-7:30pm – Charlotte Community Library – Joint Book Club
226 S Bostwick
Charlotte, MI
This will be a book talk on Driving Crazy!
(If you’re interested in getting a copy of Driving Crazy through the library, reading it, then discussing it with me and a dozen other like-minded readers, please contact the library at (517) 543-8859, and ask for Chiara.)
May 16 and 17 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
I am returning to Turkeyville in 2020 (my third year invited back)! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me.
Here is Turkeyville’s Facebook Event page
September 12 and 13 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
I am returning to Turkeyville in 2020! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me. I may be joined by other authors… only time will tell. 🙂
November 21 and 22 – Sat 9a to 4p and Sun 10a to 4p – Holiday Expo and Craft Show – Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo County Expo and Fairgrounds
2900 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI
Back for a third year! Great holiday shopping with over 200 booths to shop at this massive annual craft show – including li’l ol me! Something for everyone on your list! Admission is free.
Previous events – 2020
February 8 – Saturday – 12:30pm – Kalamazoo Valley Museum Storytelling Festival
Kalamazoo Valley Museum
230 North Rose Street
Kalamazoo, MI
I am thrilled to announce that I will be a panelist at this year’s storytelling festival, their 8th annual. We will be discussing writing using prompts.
For more information, please check this link