Omigawd, there's an original R-word. (Watching hordes of friends fleeing from boredom.) Ah feck it. At least it's a word and since I'm behind a day, it'll have to do.
I have a READING this Saturday! 2 p.m., to be exact, at the Grand Centre Branch of Cold Lake Library.
I have never DONE a reading before. Should I be worried? I am, sort of, but how hard can it be? I get up in front of the six people who will attend (that's everyone I know in Cold Lake, including the librarian, and my husband, who I made take a day off work so he can hold my hand and the puke bucket) and I read a chapter or two from my book. I'll probably also talk about how I came to write Green Eggs & Weezie, how people can avoid turning a marital separation into a big ta-doo, you know, stuff like that. Stuff I talk about every day here in blogland. It really shouldn't be an issue. The biggest thing I'm worried about is what to wear and if the blades in my winter-rusted razor will be sharp enough to take down the forest growing on my calves.
I'm bringing 23 copies of each of my books to sell. I fear I am overly optimistic on this front, as the six people I know in Cold Lake already own copies (they were foisted upon).
I know a lot of you are writers – any tips on getting through the reading without barfing?
That's awesome! Just relax and read something funny. You'll knock 'em dead. (And then you can take all their money and leave them with a book.)
ReplyDeleteWear what you're wearing in this photo -- it's a nice photo of you.
ReplyDeleteHave some food in you when you go but don't be overly caffeinated. Be you! Wish I could be there.
You're going to be great! Just bring yourself and your personality. And some chocolate couldn't hurt. :)
ReplyDeleteOh, and I wouldn't worry about shaving your legs. Just wear pants. :)
I'm sorry, smack me for all this sexism, but you are so pretty and so snappy and so cool the whole event will just take off. You'll have them at "Hello, there," or whatever you Cannuks say. Break a leg.
ReplyDeleteNot a writer and certainly not one for standing up in public and opening my mouth...however...since you asked...wear pants.
ReplyDeleteHow exciting! Best of luck to you!
ReplyDeleteOh heck you will do fine don't worry about it .I love this photo of you ! Go get em girl !
ReplyDeleteRevelling in reading. You will knock them dead. And I hope you are feeling much, much better.
ReplyDeleteAnd your S post, whether you use it or not, will be about SUCCESS.
DeleteWear pants and skip the shaving!
ReplyDeleteAbove all else, enjoy yourself.
ReplyDeleteAnd picture your audience naked.
Never done one myself, but I've been to many! I always like and remember the authors who joke around, don't take themselves too seriously and open up a bit to the crowd- yep, you've got this in the bag!! LOL
ReplyDeleteGod Bless that Dave. He is a champ for taking off work and holding your hand and puke bucket! What a guy. Best of luck to you Cath- but I am sure you will do fantastic.
I taught school for 20 years, read every day to my students. Suggestions: Be someone else. Not yourself. Then you'll do just fine.
ReplyDeletejust put on shades so no one sees what you're really looks at :D
ReplyDeleteIs that you in the picture? You're so pretty!
ReplyDeleteWear long pants and ignore the forest, winter-rusted shavers are never safe.
You'll be fine, reading is easy, you've been doing it all your life. Just do it out loud this time.
YOU will be your wonderful self. A reading? are you physic now by chance, as I could use a reading. xx
ReplyDeleteI enjoy doing readings. Remember, these people (however many show up) are there because they want to hear you read. So be nice and read to them. Piece of cake.
ReplyDeleteA reading! Such fun. I'm glad you're doing it! I hope it is a wonderful time.
ReplyDeleteAlso: R is for Rob-bear. who likes the things you write, even if you don't read them to me.
Blessings and Bear hugs!