I stopped over at BEA yesterday to get my press pass and to check in on the set up. Trust me, it may not be pretty now, but by the time it opens on Thursday, it will be a booklover’s dream come true. The good thing about checking in early is no lines. When it officially opens it will look like an ant colony with people cued up all over the place for badges, passes and special ticketed events.
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There was a lot of crawling over boxes, crates, cords, wires, and bodies on the floor (yes, they were working). But the huge overhead signs were up screaming Harlequin, Random House, Hachette and more. And giant banners proclaiming all the new books coming out. A lot of them I never heard of, but then that’s the reason for BEA…to get the buzz going.
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One stand that was all finished belonged to authors Nancy Naigle and Tonya Kappes. It was filled with giveaways and lots of books that they plan on signing. This dynamic duo are queens of marketing. They told me they send out post cards to all the librarians and booksellers from last year inviting them to stop by for goodies and books. If they couldn’t make it, the writers offered them the option of emailing and Nancy and Tonya would send them the books. I expect to see lots of people at their booth.
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Bottom Line: I’m off to see the finished product. I’m taking a big empty bag because I plan to come home with lots of great things.
AWE! Thanks so much for the mention Barbara!! I was so happy to see your smiling face!! You make BEA so much better!!!
Tonya Kappes is an awesome person and author! Great article!
Looks like a ton of fun!!!
Looks like a lot of fun. Maybe some day I will be able to make one of these events. Nancy and Tonya are super sweethearts. Two of my favorite authors. Hope everyone has a wonderful time.
would be awesome to attend 🙂
Hi Barbara! I listened to Neil Patrick Harris online as he delivered his opening ceremony speech. Hahahaha- a Choose Your Own Adventure novel of his life story. I also loved Angelica’s reading of Maya’s poem. A very moving way to open. BEA had a little 20 minute clip of the ceremonies. I get to come at the very end on Saturday and I am just hoping some authors still have things for me. Thank you for your blog. You’ve got me all excited! PS- I really need a key chain. Mine broke. Sigh. (lol) Teri Lenz
It looks like fun
Looks like a load of fun!!!! Wish i could have been there!!
Wish I could be there! Have lots of fin.
Looks like a lot of fun!!! Say ” Hello ” to Tonya from me. Enjoy!’
would be great to attend. especially to visit Tonya’s and Nancy’s area!!! have fun!
Looks like lots of fun.
Of course Tonya & Nancy were ready!!!! They are over achiever’s 😉 Enjoy!!!!!
Looks very exciting! Wish I could be there. Tonya and Nancy are the queens of marketing. Love them.
Thanks Barbara for the awesome pics and article. Love Nancy Naigle and Tonya Kappes. Fun times when those 2 are together!
Looks like everyone is having so much fun, especially Tonya Kappes and Nancy Naigle! I love both of these authors books and know they are great friends.
Tonya and Nancy are amazing!!! <3 them
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