I had the pleasure of attending one of my favorite events, The Author's Brunch, hosted by DA Rhodes of the Rhodes Literary Group. And let's just say I had a good time as always. I was able to connect with several new authors, got some very interesting books and saw old favorites as well. The featured author was none other than the fabulous Kimberla Lawson Roby. 
Not only was there a lot for readers, there was information for authors. Saturday they had a writer's workshop on How to Finish Your Book, and I heard that they learned a lot of information in that session. They had two financial experts Sunday at the brunch and they gave us a wealth of information. We were also witness to a conversation with Tanya McKinnon, who is one of the few women of color who has her own literary agency, and also represents New York Times best selling author and who also has a children's book out which looks very interesting. The authors also had 2 minutes to pitch their book, and there was an elevator pitch contest from some audience members.
Tanya McKinnon
The Rhodes Literary Group also gives back. They have a yearly scholarship, and this year's recipient was Ms. Kennedy Cook
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Scholarship Recipient Kennedy Cook
I enjoyed conversation with a lot of authors, and they gave us a lot of wonderful information in a short amount of time, and if you're able, it's a good event to attend.
For more information, you can contact them at https://www.therhodesliterarygroup.com/?_escaped_fragment_=
Some other book Events I'm attending for this year
The17th Annual National Book Club Conference in Atlanta, Ga August 2-4 2019 hosted by Mr. Curtis Bunn
http://www.nationalbookclubconference.com/
The Cavalcade of Authors Chicago September 27-29, hosted by Ms. Naleighna Kai
https://naleighnakai.com/15th-cavalcade-of-authors
The Christian Book Lover's Retreat in Charlotte, NC, October hosted by Mrs. Vanessa Miller Pierce
http://christianbookloversretreat.com/
Events I hope to Attend One Day and Other Book Events
Cling Conference in MD, hosted by Mrs. Kim Cash Tate
Lights! Camera! Action Hosted by Mrs. Lasheera Lee August 23-24, 2019
Books, Burgers and More in Arlington, Tx, September 7, 2019. Email metroauthorsgroup@gmail.com for more information
Author Brian W. Smith in Southhaven, MS https://www.facebook.com/events/722311308200477/?ti=icl
BAAR in Oxon Hill, MD, Hosted by Mrs. Sharon Lucas , October 4-5, 2019 http://www.blackauthorsandreadersrock.com/?fbclid=IwAR2znU_xTOGaDTbG83Bua8lyZo5HL2YasUdBLT-Zb-WXfWpAQWsA7PICeH0
And many more. Join the Literary Events directory on Facebook for a more extensive list
https://www.facebook.com/groups/141681486548711/
or ALLBC https://aalbc.com/events/index.php
Events for next Year
Book Euphoria Carnival Weekend in Rosemont, IL March 19-22, hosted by the ladies of Book Euphoria
https://book-euphoria.com/events/book-euphorias-2020-carnivale-weekend/
Maniac Book Extravaganza in Linthicum, MD June 25-28 hosted by Ms. Priscilla Johnson and the ladies and gentlemen of Cillia's Book Maniacs
Registration opens July 15. Will be updated when it's available
The Cavalcade of Authors in the Bahamas, hosted by Ms. Naleighna Kai, October 2020
The National Book Club Conference in Atlanta GA, Hosted by Mr. Curtis Bunn, August 2020
The Christian Book Lover's Retreat, October 2020 Hosted by Mrs. Vanessa Miller Pierce
Bring Your A Game, July 9-11, 2020 in Boston, MA, Hosted by Mrs. AC Arthur
www.acarthur.net/events
Now for the fun part. I have an autographed copy of Kimberla Lawson Roby's last book in the Curtis Black Series, Better Late Than Never. In order to enter, comment either here or any of the blog post social media platforms your favorite book event to attend. All entrants will be entered into a drawing, and the contest ends Sunday, July 7th. Good Luck, everyone.
Other Pictures from the event
Author Takisha Howard
Author DA Rhodes
Authors Kimberla Lawson Roby and DA Rhodes
Author Tony Lindsay
Author Patricia D. Mitchell
Lady Vanessa Johnson
All these events! I wish I was able to attend all of them.
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