BOOKS & BANTER — A DAY WITH THE AUTHORS Update May 28, 2025: Dani Pettrey…
Two Upcoming Events for Writers and Readers!
I’m excited to invite you to two upcoming events!
EVENT NUMBER 1

MULTI-AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING!!
Join us on Tuesday, March 17th at 6 PM for a discussion and book signing with Katy Lee, Dani Pettrey, Rachel Hauck, Connie Mann, Laura Conaway, Kelly Underwood, and Jill Kemerer!
We’re talking about books with service dogs, and you’ll have the opportunity to meet service K-9s! My upcoming book, A K-9 TO REUNITE THEM, will be available. I’m super excited about this event!
Here are the details:
The ticket to reserve your spot is free, but Barnes & Noble does require each attendee to purchase a book the day of the event.
WHERE
Barnes & Noble – Colonial Plaza
2418 E Colonial Dr
Orlando, FL 32803
WHEN
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 6 PM
From Barnes & Noble Colonial:
This will be a wristbanded event. To receive your wristband you MUST PURCHASE a book by one of our featured authors on the day of the event at Barnes & Noble Colonial. This purchase will grant you ONE WRISTBAND that allows you entry to the event with Katy Lee, Dani Pettrey, Rachel Hauck, Connie Mann, Laura Conaway, Kelly Underwood, and Jill Kemerer!
Purchases and wristbands will be available for pick-up starting at 10 AM on Tuesday, March 17th.
*In addition to the PURCHASED book, guests may bring two additional books from home to be signed.*
We will begin lining up at 5 PM on the day of the event.
To Reserve Your Spot:
Click on the link below. A form will come up. At the right, there’s a section marked Tickets. Select “Add” next to Seated and “Proceed to Checkout.”
Fill in your contact information, review the Purchasing Agreement and if you would like to attend (and agree to purchase a book at the event), select the “I Agree…” button.
Then select “Complete the Order,” and your ticket(s) will be emailed to you! That’s it! You don’t have to purchase or pre-order anything in advance.
LINK TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT AT BOOKS. LOVE. DOGS.
EVENT NUMBER 2

Join Publishers Weekly bestselling author, Jill Kemerer, for a workshop and Q&A about the writing process and writing compelling fiction.
Whether you’re a seasoned writer, interested in writing, or would like to know more about the writing process, this workshop is for you!
You’ll learn:
- The secrets to writing compelling fiction
- About the writing process
- How to get started creating a writing life of your own
- And more!
This is a FREE workshop hosted by Resurrection Lutheran Church in Maumee, Ohio.
All attendees will receive a free copy of Creating a Writing Life by Jill Kemerer. This workshop is appropriate for adults, teens, and older children.
WHEN
Saturday, February 28, 2026
8:15 am – Light snacks and coffee
9:00 am – 11:00 am – Workshop + Q&A
WHERE
Resurrection Lutheran Church
2250 S. Holland Sylvania Rd
Maumee, OH 43537
Feel free to share this post with anyone you think might enjoy attending either event! I hope to see you soon!

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