I’m excited, and maybe a little nervous, about my appearance this coming Saturday, May 19, at the third annual Gaithersburg Book Festival. It’s the first time I will be a featured author at a book festival. Looking at the list of presenters, there are not many authors of color, so I’m very pleased to be included. I’m especially excited to be part of an event where Donna Britt will also be presenting — for those not familiar, Donna is a former Washington Post columnist and recently published her memoir, “Brothers (and Me).” She’s also a wonderful yoga instructor!
I’m scheduled to appear at 10:20 a.m. on the F. Scott Fitzgerald Pavilion, and I only have 20 minutes to speak. I’ll give an introduction, read an excerpt, and take questions — so please come with questions! You can find directions to the festival on the website, here. You can also find a printable map of the festival grounds and a schedule of events under the “About” tab on the event’s website. The festival kicks off at 10 a.m. and ends at 6 p.m. Parking is limited, so if you come early, you not only get a place to park, but you get to see me!! After my presentation, I’ll hang out at the Washington Writers’ Publishing House booth (not sure yet where it’s located), so stop by and say hello.
